• Lisbon - The tour begins in Lisbon, with pick-up available from your hotel, apartment, the port, or the airport, typically between 9:00 and 9:30 AM (depending on the selected option, pick-up itinerary, etc.).

Please be aware that in certain areas of the city, you may need to meet at a nearby meeting point if direct access to your address is not possible.

Contact our services in advance to ensure smooth communication.

• Sintra Mountains - After pick-up, travel to the Sintra Hills, known for its enchanting palaces and castles, favored by the Portuguese Royal Family since the country’s inception.
• Park and National Palace of Pena - Avoid the crowds and reach Pena Palace with a scenic short walk through the meticulously designed gardens by its creator, King Ferdinand.

Learn about the love story behind the palace’s construction before exploring the interior of Pena Palace, renowned as one of Europe’s most beautiful castles.

Enjoy breathtaking views of Lisbon from its balconies and courtyards, with insightful context provided by your guide.

Pena Palace is the most iconic palace in Sintra, celebrated as the most beautiful castle in Europe. It’s a delight to stroll through its park or simply admire the views from its balconies, with Lisbon on the horizon.

Choose your ticket type:

• Full Palace visit - grants access to the palace’s interior rooms;
• Park Only visit - a cost-saving option that excludes the interior rooms. However, all participants will visit the gardens, park, terraces surrounding the palace, and the Palace Chapel.
• Sintra Municipality - Navigate narrow roads to explore the picturesque village of Sintra, pause for lunch, savor local pastries, and shop for souvenirs.

Keep your camera ready, as you’ll surely be captivated by the charming architecture and vibrant streets and alleys.

Enjoy free time to explore independently, with your guide offering restaurant recommendations.

The Sintra National Palace, located in the town center, is the oldest in the area, dating back to the Islamic period, and was used by the Royal Family for centuries. It’s an architectural gem, showcasing various styles over the years.

• Cabo da Roca - Proceed to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, offering stunning views, shaped by the Atlantic winds.

Enjoy free time to take in the views and capture photos! This remarkable landmark is sure to leave lasting memories.

• Cascais - Visit the former fishing village of Cascais, now a holiday resort, a refuge for exiled kings, and a hub of espionage during World War II. Listen as your guide explains how this small seaside town influenced 20th-century history.

You’ll have free time to explore the town center, its bay, and the surrounding streets.

Try the “best ice cream in the world” at Santini’s, or simply relax at the beach. Alternatively, immerse yourself in the vibrant streets, where handcrafted shops will surely catch your eye.

• Estoril - Travel along the coastal road, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Tagus River, on your return to Lisbon.

Along the Marginal Road, always by the coast, watch surfers in the pristine blue waters or people enjoying the clear sands of the famous beaches on the “Blue Coast.”

Relish the stunning views over the ocean first, and then the Tagus River, as you return to Lisbon and are dropped off at your original location.

• Lisbon - The tour concludes upon arrival in Lisbon.

If you prefer, ask your guide to be dropped off at a different location than your original departure point.

• Transport by air-conditioned minivan with WiFi and bottled water
• Pena Palace Gardens Walk
• Lisbon Hotel or Port pickup and drop-off with driver/guide
• Live commentary on board
• Pena Palace Admission Tickets as for option chosen

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Discover the enchanting palaces, verdant forests, and gardens of Sintra on this essential scenic day trip from Lisbon. Journey along the Atlantic Coast to Cabo da Roca, admire the stunning beaches of Cascais, and trace the paths of poets, exiled monarchs, and more.

Notes:

1. The visit to Pena Palace begins with a stroll through the Gardens, which helps to avoid the crowds at the main entrance. This activity may not be suitable for individuals with walking difficulties.

2. Select your ticket option for Pena Palace:

• Full ticket: grants access to the interior rooms of the Palace;
• Pena Park Only: permits access to the gardens, terraces surrounding the building, and the Chapel. Upgrades are not available later;

3. The tour may commence at either Sintra and Pena Palace in the morning or at Cascais and Roca Cape, depending on the schedule and anticipated crowds and queues.

4. In the event of weather or fire alerts in Sintra Mountain, Pena Palace will be substituted with Sintra National Palace.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.