Lisbon Small Group Shore Excursion: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cascais
Description
Discover enchanting Sintra and the beauty of the Atlantic coast on this relaxing, small-group shore excursion, perfectly planned for your day in port. With convenient pickup directly in front of the cruise terminal, you'll effortlessly see the essential sights. Admire the magnificent Pena Palace from its lush park, travel along the stunning coastline past the wild Guincho Beach, and explore the charming seaside town of Cascais. Accompanied by a local guide, you'll discover hidden gems and gain insight you won't find in a guidebook. - Check off Sintra and the coast's essential sights in just 6 hours with a local guide - Capture iconic photos of Pena Palace, the windswept Guincho Beach, and charming Cascais - Experience a fairytale park, a scenic coastal drive, and an elegant seaside town - Includes pickup in front of the cruise terminal for a seamless and convenient experience
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Itinerary
Your day begins with a personal pickup in front of the Lisbon cruise terminal. Sit back and enjoy a scenic one-hour drive as we head towards the magical hills of Sintra.
Discover one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal at the magnificent Pena Palace. To maximize our time and ensure a flexible visit, we will focus exclusively on the palace's exterior and its enchanting park, allowing us to bypass the strict, pre-booked time slots and long queues required for interior access. You'll explore the beautiful gardens, admire the vibrant colors of the palace from its courtyards, and walk the terraces for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Immerse yourself in the magic of Sintra's historic village, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander its charming cobblestone streets, browse local craft shops, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this captivating town.
As we drive along the coast, we will pass by the famous Guincho Beach, a wild and beautiful shoreline renowned for its powerful waves and golden dunes, making it a paradise for surfers.
Experience the sophisticated ambiance of Cascais. Explore the elegant streets of this former fishing village turned royal retreat and enjoy the beautiful views of its sun-drenched bay. You will also have free time here for lunch at your own expense.
Following your visit to Cascais, enjoy a relaxing drive back to Lisbon, where you will be dropped off in front of the cruise terminal.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup starts 10 minutes before departure. One day before the tour we will send the exact pick up point in the cruise terminal.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(13)
Small group 7 people Sites were beautiful Information was limited of sites and driving along way to sites were limited Communication was good for pick up
Tiago our tour driver was more than excellent in every way . Respectful… Knowledgeable… Friendly… Safe driving . .. We would recommend him to as many people as we possibly can . Paul Erskine.
Our local guide/driver Teirry was very knowledgeable about history of Lisbon, Sintra and Cascais. Along with the sights and tour we tasted food & pastries. Teirry was on time and very personable. Our transportation was very clean & comfortable. Sintra was absolutely amazing!
George was on time awaiting for arrival. Easy directions right actors from port. He was very informative, spoke very good English and a pleasure to spend our day with. He was very accommodating dropping our party off where they wanted to be. His philosophy was this is your time. We were a group of 7. Very personal. Highly recommend. So much better than a large bus tour.
Adelino was a well seasoned guide with a smooth and comfortable delivery. We had a very good experience.
We had a great day in Sintra with Tierry! He was a wealth of information and very accommodating to our needs. I would highly reconditioned this tour with Tierry.
Driver/Guide was excellent. The itinerary included some incredible sights at the palace and westernmost point by the ocean. Loved it all. We could see the meeting piont from the ship. Very easy.
A great day out! Our guide Bruno gave us lots of interesting information. Pena Palace was so worth seeing and also the beautiful beaches of the Portugese Riviera, Cabo Roca and Cascais. Bruno also made our trip relaxing, no rushing and was very considerate to our needs. We really enjoyed it all!
This excursion was truly outstanding. Even though we didn't have time to go inside the Pena Palace, even the outside is something to be seen. We had perfect weather, and our guide was fantastic. He even brought us treats - a typical local pastry that was delicious. We had some time to browse on our own in Sintra prior to going to the Palace. Then we went to Cascais, which was a lovely seaside town.
We enjoyed our shore excursion to Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais. Tiago not only shared the rich history of the places but also guided us to the best spots for stunning photos and good food recommendations. He is a very good tour guide, very prompt and on time. Thanks
