Queluz, Mafra & Atlantic Coast Private Shore Tour

Lisbon, Portugal
Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover a lesser-known side of Portugal on this private full-day shore excursion from Lisbon. Begin with a visit to the elegant Queluz National Palace, often called the “Portuguese Versailles,” and explore its richly decorated rooms and beautiful gardens. Continue through the countryside to a traditional village before visiting the impressive Palace-Convent of Mafra and its historic library. Travel onward to the charming fishing town of Ericeira, where you’ll have free time for lunch and enjoy the relaxed Atlantic atmosphere. In the afternoon, discover one of the historic Lines of Torres Vedras fortifications, built during the Napoleonic Wars, before following the scenic coastline to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. Admire dramatic cliffs and panoramic ocean views before returning comfortably to the Lisbon Cruise Terminal.

Options

Private Tour for 1 passenger

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 3 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 6 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Driver-Only Tour

No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.

Pickup included

Private Tour for 2 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 4 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 7 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 5 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 8 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal

Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

What's included

  • Entrance ticket to one monument
  • Private transportation
  • All local taxes
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal
  • Professional English-speaking guide/driver
  • Lunch and beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Additional monument entrance tickets

What to expect

  1. Lisbon Cruise Port
    30m
    Pick-up at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal – 30 minutes
    Meet your private guide directly at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal and begin your full-day journey through some of Portugal’s most fascinating royal, rural, coastal, and historic destinations.
  2. Lisbon
    30m
    Drive to Queluz Palace – 30 minutes
    Relax during a comfortable drive from Lisbon to Queluz while your guide introduces the history of the Portuguese monarchy and the importance of this elegant royal residence.
  3. Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz
    1h 15m
    Explore one of Portugal’s finest Rococo palaces, often called the “Portuguese Versailles.” Discover lavish royal apartments, richly decorated salons, and elegant ceremonial rooms before strolling through the beautiful formal gardens once used for royal celebrations and entertainment.
  4. Sintra
    30m
    Traditional Portuguese Village Visit – 30 minutes
    Experience the authentic atmosphere of rural Portugal during a stop in a traditional countryside village. Learn about local customs, agricultural traditions, and the everyday life of Portuguese communities before the country’s rapid modernization.
  5. Mafra
    20m
    Drive to Mafra – 20 minutes
    Continue through the scenic Portuguese countryside toward Mafra, home to one of the country’s most impressive monumental complexes.
  6. Mafra
    1h 15m
    Mafra Palace & Library – 75 minutes
    Visit the magnificent Palace-Convent of Mafra, a masterpiece of Portuguese Baroque architecture. Explore its grand halls, royal apartments, basilica, and extraordinary historic library, which houses thousands of rare and ancient books.
  7. Ericeira
    20m
    Drive to Ericeira – 20 minutes
    Travel toward the Atlantic coast and enjoy the changing scenery as you approach the charming fishing town of Ericeira.
  8. Ericeira
    1h
    Lunch Break in Ericeira – 60 minutes
    Enjoy free time for lunch in one of Portugal’s most picturesque coastal towns. Choose from traditional restaurants serving fresh seafood, regional specialties, Portuguese wines, and local desserts while enjoying the relaxed seaside atmosphere.
  9. Lines of Torres Vedras
    30m
    Lines of Torres Vedras Fortifications – 30 minutes
    Discover an important chapter of Portugal’s military history with a visit to one of the defensive fortifications built during the Napoleonic Wars. Learn how this remarkable defensive system helped protect Lisbon from French invasion.
  10. Cabo Da Roca
    30m
    Atlantic Coast Scenic Drive & Coastal Villages – 30 minutes
    Travel along the dramatic Atlantic coastline, passing traditional villages, rugged cliffs, and scenic viewpoints while enjoying some of the most beautiful coastal landscapes in the Lisbon region.
  11. Cabo Da Roca
    20m
    Cabo da Roca – 20 minutes
    Stand at the westernmost point of continental Europe and admire spectacular panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy time for photographs and experience the dramatic scenery of towering cliffs and the open sea.
  12. Lisbon Cruise Port
    50m
    Return to the Lisbon Cruise Terminal – 50 minutes
    Relax during the scenic journey back to Lisbon before being dropped off comfortably at the cruise terminal in time for your ship’s departure.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver will meet you in the Lisbon Cruise Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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