Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon

4.9 (1,978 reviews) Lisbon, Portugal
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

Explore Sintra and Cascais on a 9-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to 8 people and only in English. You’ll visit the charming village of Sintra and you’ll have the chance to taste the delicious and famous pastries - travesseiros (pillows) and the Sintra cheesecakes (queijadas). Then you’ll visit the westernmost point of continental Europe - Cabo da Roca - once considered the end of the world. It will take your breath away! On the way to Cascais, you´ll enjoy astonishing sea views. Then you'll stop at Cascais, a lovely beach town where you can stroll around, have lunch, or snack. Your last stop is the unique and surprising Pena Palace, a formers royal palace that looks like a fairytale.

Options

Ticket Pena Park + Pena Palace

This option offers a complete guided tour of the Pena Palace, including tickets for the park, courtyards, and interior rooms

Ticket Pena Park & Courtyards

This option includes access to Pena Palace Park and a guided visit to the courtyards. The interior rooms are not included

No Ticket (you buy on the day)

This option does not include the Pena Palace guided visit and tickets. But tickets can be purchased on the day of the tour

What's included

  • Maximum 8 people
  • Local guide and driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Central meeting (pick up and drop off) point
  • Park and/or Palace of Pena entrance fee (if option selected)
  • The tour will be only in English
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Pick up and Drop off

What to expect

  1. Avenida da Liberdade
    Pass by
    The meeting point, at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store
  2. Centro Historico de Sintra
    1h 15m
    Sintra is an ancient village, primarily pedestrian, that was founded thousands of years ago. The Greeks referred to Sintra as the "Mountain of the Moon," and it still resembles a fairy tale village today. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995. During your visit, you will have free time to try some famous travesseiros (pillows) from a historic bakery that has been in operation since 1862. These light puff pastries are intricately turned, rolled, and folded seven times, then filled with a delicious almond-and-egg-yolk cream and lightly dusted with sugar. You can also enjoy Sintra cheesecakes.
  3. 15m
    Visit an old bakery that has been in the same family since 1862 to enjoy their famous travesseiros, which are light puff pastries rolled and folded seven times. These delightful pastries are filled with a creamy mixture of almond and egg yolk, then lightly dusted with sugar. Alternatively, you can try the Sintra cheesecakes, which have historical references dating back to the 13th century. At that time, these cheesecakes were often used as a form of rent payment.
  4. Colares
    Pass by
    Colares, known for its famous wine cellars, is located on our way to the Atlantic Ocean. This charming village has a rich history with wine that dates back to the 13th century. The landscape appears to be frozen in time, showcasing old villas, beautiful mansions, and a mix of small and large farms, along with a century-old tram.
  5. Cabo Da Roca
    25m
    We will stop at Cabo da Roca, a wild location that features a cliff rising 150 meters (500 feet) above the Atlantic Ocean. This is the westernmost point of continental Europe. The area offers a stunning and remote landscape with breathtaking views of the roaring Atlantic.
  6. Farol do cabo da Roca
    5m
    The Cabo da Roca lighthouse is one of Portugal's most famous lighthouses. We cannot go inside, but we can enjoy this beautiful XVIII-century building from the outside.
  7. Guincho Beach
    Pass by
    Guincho Beach is a beautiful sandy area located 9 km from Cascais. It features a protected landscape with dunes and endemic flora, making it a popular destination for surfers.
  8. Museu Condes de Castro de Guimaraes
    Pass by
    This summer palace was constructed between 1897 and 1900 by an Irish nobleman, Jorge O'Neill. It serves as a classic example of “summer architecture.”
  9. Cidadela De Cascais
    Pass by
    The Citadel of Cascais is a series of fortifications built between the 15th century and the 17th century to defend Cascais and Lisbon. Since the 19th century, it has been a former Royal Palace area.
  10. Centro Historico de Cascais
    1h 30m
    Cascais was once a fishing village that gained popularity as a resort for Portugal's royal family in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is a favored vacation destination for both Portuguese and international tourists. The village features small museums, picturesque gardens, a beautiful marina, and a pedestrianized old town. We will stop here for lunch or a snack, and we recommend trying the most famous ice cream in Portugal: Santini’s Gelati!
  11. Park and National Palace of Pena
    2h 15m · Admission ticket included
    We will visit the remarkable Pena Palace, a key example of 19th-century romanticism in the world. The current palace was established in 1839, when King Ferdinand II purchased the ruins of the Monastery of Our Lady of Pena and began transforming it into a residence that reflected his romantic tastes. You will have access to Pena Palace Park and will enjoy a guided tour of the courtyards. If you choose that option, you will also be able to explore the interior rooms.
  12. Avenida da Liberdade
    Pass by
    The meeting point, at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting at 8:00 AM at Avenida da Liberdade, number 9, in front of the American Vintage store. Just a 1-minute walk from the Restauradores metro station (blue line).

End point

Meeting at 8:00 AM at Avenida da Liberdade, number 9, in front of the American Vintage store. Just a 1-minute walk from the Restauradores metro station (blue line).

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour will be only in English
  • Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable

Cancellation policy

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

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