Sintra

Castelo dos Mouros - Moorish Castle – Sintra
Monuments
Nestled along two Sintra mountain ranges, the Moorish Castle dates back to the early Moorish occupation of the Peninsula in the eighth century. After numerous attempts, it was finally captured by Dom Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, in 1147, and the first Christian Chapel of the city was built, dedicated to St. Peter of Penaferrim. During the romantic period in 1860, the walls were restored under the guidance of Dom Fernando II, husband of Dona Maria II, who planted trees in the surrounding areas, enhancing the dignity of the ancient medieval ruins. Notable features include the Moorish Cistern inside and the Royal Tower. It is located about 3.5 km from the historic center of Sintra.

Park and National Palace of Pena - Park and National Palace of Pena
Museums and Palaces
Pena National Palace
Explore the magnificent Pena Palace, a prime example of 19th-century Romanticism in Portugal. Situated atop Monte da Pena, the palace was constructed on the site of a former monastery by D. Fernando de Saxe Coburg-Gotha, who married Queen Dona Maria II in 1836. Enchanted by Sintra, he purchased the convent and surrounding lands to create a summer palace for the royal family. A restaurant is located in one of the palace wings, featuring a terrace with a stunning panoramic view over the Sintra Mountains and the coast.

Centro Historico de Sintra - Sintra village, from municipal heritage to world heritage, is properly classified by UNESCO. Visit the historical center of the romantic village of Sintra, where many buildings and remnants from various periods and cultural movements remain.

Sintra National Palace - Sintra National Palace
Museums and Palaces
The Sintra National Palace stands out among the royal medieval palaces in Portugal and is the most distinguished building in the village of Sintra. From the country’s earliest dynasties, Sintra was a favored location for Portuguese kings and queens, although the palace we see today was initiated by Dom João I, who rebuilt it, and Dom Manuel I, who enriched its decorative character and added a new wing. Explore the palace’s interior to uncover more about Portugal’s history. The decoration is remarkable, combining various artistic styles reflecting the tastes of the kings who resided here, with rooms named accordingly. Notably, the Swan Room, the Armory Room, the Magpie or Reading Room, and the chapel capture visitors’ attention.

Quinta da Regaleira - Palace and Quinta da Regaleira
Museums and Palaces
Close to Sintra’s historic center is Quinta da Regaleira, one of Sintra’s most enigmatic attractions. Built in the early twentieth century by millionaire Antonio Augusto Carvalho Monteiro (1848-1920), with the help of scenographic architect Luigi Manini (1848-1936), it fulfilled one of Monteiro’s dreams. Surrounded by lush greenery, Palácio da Regaleira is a captivating discovery. The palace was constructed in a romantic revivalist style, imitating Gothic, Manueline, and Renaissance architectural and decorative forms, infused with mythical and esoteric symbolism. The Holy Trinity Chapel deserves special mention, where visitors can descend a spiral staircase to the crypt and discover the monumental initiation pit that leads through a cave to a hidden lake in the gardens.

Parque e Palacio de Monserrate - Museums and Palaces
Park and Palace of Monserrate
This splendid Romantic park was created by William Beckford, who fell in love with the Sintra Mountain.

Algarve “Portimão and Lagos”

Marina de Portimao - Situated at the estuary of the River Arade, Portimão is renowned for its excellent sandy beaches with warm, calm waters, making it a highly attractive holiday destination. Portimão has a rich fishing tradition that flourished particularly between the 19th and 20th centuries with the rise of the canning industry and tourism. Most of the buildings in the streets and squares of the historic center date from this period, including the building housing the Portimão Museum, a superb refurbishment of an old cannery that received the Museum of the Year award from the Council of Europe in 2010. It pays tribute to the people and the city that have lived by and for the sea for centuries.

Praia da Rocha - Praia da Rocha is a beach in the municipality of Portimão, Algarve (Portugal). This beach boasts a vast expanse of sand, covering a total area of 146,000 m², along 1.5 km of coastline. Adjacent to the beach stands the Santa Catarina Fortress, built in the 17th century to defend the Arade river bar.

Lagos - Lagos is a town in the Algarve region in southern Portugal, known for its walled old town, cliffs, and Atlantic beaches. Steep wooden steps lead to the sandy cove of Camilo Beach. The nearby cliffs of Ponta da Piedade offer breathtaking views of the headland and a lighthouse. St. Anthony’s Church, an ornate 18th-century church, is located opposite the Governors’ Castle, a castle with a baroque facade and towers.

Praia Dona Ana - Praia da Dona Ana is one of the most picturesque beaches in the Algarve, making it an ideal spot for a day at the beach. Located south of Lagos, it is nestled within the limestone cliffs of the Ponta da Piedade headland. This beautiful natural setting features highly eroded cliffs revealing layers of golden strata, calm turquoise sea waters, and soft, inviting sands. Along with the stunning scenery, the beach offers all the expected facilities, including beach restaurants, shops, and showers.

Praia do Camilo - This small beach is nestled between cliffs, featuring intriguing rock formations. Its waters are clear and calm, and access to the beach is via a long staircase.

Praia da Marinha - Praia da Marinha is one of Portugal’s most beautiful and iconic beaches, also recognized as one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in Europe and one of the 100 most beautiful beaches in the world.

Algar de Benagil - Discover the Benagil caves, with the option of a cave boat trip. The tour to the Benagil caves is one of the most stunning cave visits in the Algarve, and its rocky cavity is considered by many to be one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders (the boat trip is not included in the price).

• Private transportation
• On-board WiFi
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Food and drinks
• Cave boat trip
• Tickets

Explore two captivating regions of Portugal with our 2-day itinerary. All tours commence in Lisbon at 09:00 and conclude at the same location.

This experience offers a day to explore the charming village of Sintra, renowned for its numerous monuments, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.

On the second day, delight in the breathtaking Algarve coast. Journey south to Portimão and discover Marinha Beach, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, along with the village of Carvoeiro and its stunning beaches. Explore the Benagil caves, with an optional boat trip available (note: the boat trip is not included in the price).

Visit Lagos to see the Ponta da Piedade viewpoint, Camilo Beach, and Dona Ana Beach.

Travel comfortably in our air-conditioned vehicles, equipped with Wi-Fi and mineral water.

To enhance customer satisfaction and ensure our private tours are enjoyable and tailored, we offer flexible scheduling at each location, coordinated with our driver according to the day’s itinerary.

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