Lisbon: Sintra, Cascais and Estoril Private Day Tour
ID: GYG48231-64301
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Enjoy the natural beauty of Lisbon’s surrounds on a private 8-hour tour to the fairytale palaces and castle of the bohemian town of Sintra. Go to the westernmost cliffs on the European mainland, and take a leisurely stroll by the bay in Cascais.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Lisbon on a full-day tour to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril on the Atlantic Coast.
Start with a visit to Pena Palace to discover the summer residence of the Portuguese royal family. See the secret caves in the palace gardens, and marvel at views of the wooded hills and towering cliffs of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Your guide will explain the area’s fascinating history, before giving you some free time to wander Sintra’s historic center.
Continue after lunch to the westernmost point of continental Europe at Cabo da Roca, thought to be “The End of the World” to the ancient civilizations of Portugal. Take in views of the Atlantic Ocean from Guincho Beach, and keep your eye open for surfers on the waves of the Estoril Coast. Stop in the former fishing village of Cascais, now part of the Portuguese Riviera, and explore a favorite retreat for European royalty in exile.
Head back to Lisbon along the “Marginal” road, passing magnificent white sand beaches and 17th-century forts along the way.
Highlights
- Explore the fairytale palaces and sub-tropical gardens of Sintra
- Enjoy a walk along the bay in picturesque Cascais
- Drive along the rugged Estoril Coast
- Go to the westernmost point in continental Europe
- Learn the fascinating history of Pena Palace, summer residence of the Portuguese royals
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please provide your hotel details on booking
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
