Lisbon: Guided Day Tour of Sintra, Pena, Regaleira & Cascais Tour in French
ID: GYG440176-O-800151
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Country: Portugal
Description
Depart from Lisbon and spend a day in Sintra-Cascais Nature Park. Visit Quinta da Regaleira, its emblematic well, and the historic Pena Palace. End your trip in Cascais, a picturesque fishing village.
Discover sintra’s beautiful landscape and architecture.
Walk the narrow streets of Sintra in your free time and visit the emblematic Quinta da Regaleira with our fantastic tour guide. Its patrimonial importance has led UNESCO to declare it a World Heritage Site, so it is undoubtful a must site to visit due to their countless sculptures, gardens and fountains that you will discover there. You will also learn all the details of the famous Initiation Well, hidden in the northern part of the Quinta. It is a nine-story spiral well that symbolizes the nine circles of hell or paradise. In total, 27 meters that will make your hair stand on end.
Arrive at the romantic Pena Palace in Sintra, which has a profusion of styles much in accordance with the exotic taste of Romanticism, such as Neo-Gothic, along with other Oriental styles such as Neo-Moorish and Indo-Gothic.
Explore the ancient castle, which was one of the favorite residences of the royal family throughout the 19th century. Walk through the fairytale-style building and learn about its fascinating history. It is also listed among one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal.
Take some free time to stroll through Sintra and purchase lunch if you're feeling hungry. Get recommendations on what to see, eat and buy in the area. Afterward, begin a guided tour of the main landmarks of Sintra, and hear about local secrets and stories.
Visit the picturesque fishing village of Cascais, linked to the Portuguese royals who summered here. A walk around the promenade will allow you to relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches, mansions, museums and photogenic streets. Return to Lisbon at the end of the day.
Highlights
- Make memories of a lifetime on a day tour to Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
- Stroll through the luxurious gardens and romantic palace at Quinta da Regaleira
- Learn about the history of Pena Palace as you marvel at its unique architecture
- Enjoy the historic buildings and magnificent gardens of Sintra in a guided tour
- Unwind after a long day in the pinturesque fishing village of Cascais
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour includes a moderate amount of walking, so customers should be able to perform this level of physical activity
• On some days, due to the high risk of fire, Pena Palace may be closed. In this case, you will visit the National Palace of Queluz
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Meet at Rossio Square (Dom Pedro IV Square) next to the fountain in front of the National Theater. To avoid delays, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. The guide cannot wait for latecomers due to the strict schedule of the itinerary. Look for the activity provider's guides, with the Buendía Tours logo.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
