Private Chilled Daytrip to Sintra
Description
Sintra has become a popular destination over the last few years, but some places have been overlooked. The idea of this tour is to take you to lush places where even in the high season you do not have to spend time in lines. You get the chance to visit a castle and a palace as well as explore a bit of the coast of Sintra, where there are several lovely restaurants serving fresh fish and seafood. Furthermore, you get to have a official local guide all day with you who is fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
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Itinerary
We visit the historic Mourish Castle at the top of one of Sintra hills where on a clear day you can have fantastic views of the town and see as far out towards the Atlantic Ocean and even past Lisbon.
Here we will wonder through the beautiful little historic town of Sintra where once Kings and Queens stayed at the National Palace of Sintra overlooking the town.
Enjoy one of the less visited palaces of Sintra, located on the outskirts of the town of Sintra, hidden within the hills and nature, where you can truly experience why Sintra was considered the capital of Romanticism in the 19th century. A lovely private palace built in the mid 19th century with a mixture of Indian and Arabic architecture.
We finish the day with a scenic last stop at the most western point of mainland Europe - Cabo da Roca. Located at 140m above sea level where the waves crash at the bottom of the cliffs. It was the last place the Portuguese navigators saw before the headed into the Atlantic Ocean on their journeys.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up at your hotel/air bnb / or place you are staying and drop you off at the same place at the end of the day unless specified otherwise.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Part of the time during the tour is spent on travel time. If you are based in Lisbon, it will take about an hour to get to the Mourish Castle. From there to the historic centre is normally a short 5-10 minute drive unless there is traffic. From the Historic Centre to Monserrate Palace it is approximately 15 minutes drive. From Monserrate Palace to Cabo da Roca is approximately 20 minutes. And from Cabo da Roca back to Lisbon can take about an hour.
Reviews(7)
Bernardo went above and beyond for me and my 79 year-old auntie! I specifically chose his tour due to the chill-nature of the experience. We were able to tailor the tour to match ability levels. Bernardo communicated days before the tour to let me know about slight changes to the exterior of Montserrate, so we were able to make an informed decision about one of the coolest stops of the tour. He was super understanding and flexible when it came to making on- the- fly changes to suit the energy needs of my auntie. I also learned so much during my tour with Bernardo. He gave in-depth history with deep knowledge on a wide variety of subjects. I know I'll be back to visit portugal and I know that I'll book another tour with Bernardo.
We had an exceptional experience exploring Sintra with Bernardo. From the very beginning, everything was perfectly organized, allowing us to relax and truly enjoy the day. What stood out most was Bernardo’s deep knowledge of the history, culture, and hidden gems of Portugal. In Sintra, we were able to experience the magic of the palaces and landscapes without feeling rushed or overwhelmed, while in Lisbon, thanks to Bernardo’s tips (after the tour) we discovered charming neighborhoods and viewpoints we would never have found on our own. The guide was professional, friendly, and incredibly attentive to our interests, adapting the tour to match our pace and preferences. It felt more like spending the day with a knowledgeable friend than being on a typical tour. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to make the most of their visit. It truly made our trip unforgettable.
Bernardos tour was top notch,he is an absolutely fabulous guide,friendly and very knowledgeable.Our day spent in Sintra is one of happy memories.
Our guide Bernardo was very knowledgeable and personable. The description of the tour matched the day. We really enjoyed getting to see Sintra in a relaxed leisurely way. Sintra is a beautiful spot to see outside Lisbon. We enjoyed everything from our first stop the Moorish Castle, sweet treats in Sintra, Monserrate Palace, lunch at the beach and Cabo da Roca.
Hi Linda! Thank you for the lovely review. Hope you enjoyed Lisbon yesterday and that you have a safe flight back home! Regards
Bernardo was a fantastic and very knowledgeable tour guide. We had the best time exploring Sintra’s amazing castles and the surrounding area. I highly recommend booking a tour with Bernardo, you won’t be disappointed.
A friend recommended Bernardo to us and we actually booked him two days in a row. Having a private tour guide was a big advantage as we could tailor our day as we wished. The day in Sintra was so magical. It was like a fairytale town come alive. Unfortunately, the Pena Palace was closed due to weather so we spent the majority of our time at Quinta da Regaleira castle and I am glad we did. The imagination of the owner to build such an elaborate grounds, gardens, tunnels and the piasta resistance, the initiation well was spectacular. Now I need to read Dante’s inferno…iykyk. Highly recommend Bernardo, very professional and knowledgeable.
Booked up a chilled Sintra day trip with Bernardo and had a great experience with his excellent knowledge of the area, and the way he made everything so easy and relaxed for us! Great communication, modeling the trip around what we wanted from the experience and once it started we could just relax and let him guide us through the wonder of Sintra! Beautiful day from pick up to drop off, thanks Bernardo!
