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Sintra, Pena Palace, Regaleira, Roca, Cascais, Small-group Tour

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Lisbon, Portugal
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8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and Cascais coast. Enjoy iconic Pena Palace terraces and viewpoints, explore Sintra village, admire dramatic views at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and relax along the Cascais coastline. After lunch, we return to Lisbon around 5:00 PM.

With great local guides, the tour combines engaging explanations, with leisure time to explore at your own pace. Along the way, stroll through charming streets, taste local pastries, enjoy the views, take photos, and learn about Portugal’s history, culture, and daily life.

- Pickup in Lisbon
- Pena Palace visit: select option: 1- Pena Palace interior / 2- Pena terraces, garden & park (exterior & viewpoints) / 3- Tickets not included
- Sintra
- Regaleira (optional**) - requires walking
- Cabo Roca
- Cascais & Estoril
- Drop-off in Lisbon

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Note: ** Regaleira visit not included - to visit, book for slot 11:30 - 12:00 (can be sold out days in advance: regaleira by blueticket)

What's Included

  • Tickets to Pena Palace interior or Pena Terraces: optional or included, depending on your choice
  • Shared, small group of up to 8 participants, comfortable van (no big buses). WI-FI, AC
  • Pick-up and Drop-off Lisbon - city center hotels & airbnb, if accessible with parking available
  • Regaleira visit optional - please book in advance the slot 11:30, at regaleira by blueticket
  • Food and drinks not included
  • No big buses - we operate small groups only, for a more personalized experience
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup in Lisbon city centre, from 7h40 at hotels downtown or 7h50 Uptown - we will confirm time the day before. In case we have no parking access or your hotel is not in the centre, we might ask you to walk 5 min to a nearby meeting-point. If your hotel is not listed, choose the closest from where you are staying, or select one of the meeting points (Praça Luis de Camões 7:40 / Praça Figueira 7:40 / Hard Rock 7:45 / Evolution Saldanha 7:45 / Praça Marquês de Pombal 7:50). Maximum waiting is 5 minutes, for both pickup and after meeting points during the visits, to avoid delaying the tour.

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Park and National Palace of Pena

Visit to the Pena Palace terraces and Park, one of the best representations of 19th century Romanticism in Europe. Being the second-highest point in the Serra de Sintra (over 500m above sea level), it will amaze you with its unique architecture and spectacular views. King Ferdinand II - the king-artist - fell in love with Sintra, and following the purchase of the property, decided to build a unique castle and park, with 500 plant species from all corners of the world. The palace incorporates Manueline and Moorish architectural influences, that together will give you an atmosphere of “a thousand and one nights.”. An unforgettable experience (choose 1 of 3 options to Pena Palace: 1- Tickets not included / 2- terraces & park (viewpoints, terraces, only not entering rooms) / 3- Pena palace interiors). Guided tour at the exterior of the palace, according to monuments rules
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Centro Historico de Sintra

In the center of Sintra you can either stay in the village, view the National Palace or walk to visit Regaleira (tickets not included). Also, a great option is to stay, and enjoy the wonders of this beautiful medieval little town, walking the narrow streets, feel the local atmosphere and then grab a coffee and try local pastry "Travesseiro".
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Quinta da Regaleira

Regaleira is a 19th century Villa, known as Palácio da Regaleira. Located in the center of Sintra, it was bought by a Portuguese businessman who was fascinated by secret orders such as Freemasonry and the Templars. Regaleira was transformed into a palace surrounded by gardens, lakes, caves and enigmatic constructions, symbolic places, typical of secret societies and rituals. A unique monument influenced by Romantic, Neo-Gothic and Manueline architecture. To visit Quinta da Regaleira, please book as it gets sold out in advance. Book 11h30 slot, on the official shop: regaleira by blueticket. Please note Regaleira's visit requires walking from the Sintra centre, and once inside it can be a bit steep - doable if you are used to walking. In case you cannot book, visit will not be possible, but you can still pass-by and see the exterior.
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1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sintra National Palace (pass by)

Sintra National Palace is one of the most important royal palaces from the 12th century, built by the moors initially, and later further developed and expanded during different monarchs' reign. This was one of the most important political centers, during the discoveries of the 15th and 16th centuries. It has the most relevant moorish ceramic tiles collection in Portugal.
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Cabo da Roca

We will stop at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. After your Sintra's visit, you will stop here to take pictures, get a bit of fresh air, and relax.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Centro Historico de Cascais

Cascais will amaze you, with its mix of a little fishing village, together with the sophistication of a place where kings and queens would spend part of their summer. Time to relax and enjoy the views
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Estoril (pass by)

A quick view of Estoril, where kings were living and spies would come to meet during World War II. Fancy James Bond? You will know a bit of history also.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sintra, Pena Palace, Regaleira, Roca, Cascais, Small-group Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tickets to Pena Palace interior or Pena Terraces: optional or included, depending on your choice
  • Shared, small group of up to 8 participants, comfortable van (no big buses). WI-FI, AC
  • Pick-up and Drop-off Lisbon - city center hotels & airbnb, if accessible with parking available
  • Local Guide: great balance between guided tour and free time to enjoy
  • Regaleira visit optional - please book in advance the slot 11:30, at regaleira by blueticket
  • Food and drinks not included
  • No big buses - we operate small groups only, for a more personalized experience
  • This program does not pickup at the cruise terminal

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as we will walk at some of the sites to visit
  • We will have regular comfort stops, but recommend bringing a bottle of water
  • Sintra is often rainy / foggy or colder than Lisbon, particularly early morning, so please check forecast
  • Tour will go ahead even under rainy conditions, always ensuring everyone's safety
  • Not suitable for travellers with limited mobility
  • Regaleira's visit requires walking from the Sintra centre. The interior is steep, although doable if you are used to walking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Option Pena Palace: 1- Tickets not included / 2- terraces & park (viewpoints, terraces, only not entering rooms) / 3- Pena palace interiors
  • Regaleira is optional and requires walking - if you wish to visit, please book for 11h30 on regaleira by blueticket. It will be sold out in advance, and in that case you cannot visit the interior
  • Good to skip lines
  • Tours can be bilingual (although rarely, could be operated in 2 languages)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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