Lisbon: Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca Coast and Cascais 8h
Description
This comprehensive skip-the-line tour starting in central Lisbon will give you the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Portugal, Sintra and Cascais. One of the most romantic palaces and villages in Europe. Avoid the stress of traveling alone to the most scattered parts of Sintra and Cascais, let us do it for you in a comfortable way inside. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra, immerse yourself in the beautiful gardens of Palácio da Pena, visit the stunning views of Praia do Guincho and discover the charming fishing village of Cascais, the Hidden Pearl of the Atlantic, enjoy free time in the center of Sintra, stroll through the estate of the Portuguese Neuschwanstein, the Palácio da Pena, and uncover the mystical secrets of Quinta da Regaleira, with its enchanting gardens and initiatic well. Skip-the-line access means more time to explore with your guide. The visit to Palácio da Pena is self-guided; the one at Quinta da Regaleira is fully guided.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Route from Lisbon to Sintra
At this point our guests will be able to experience what it was like to live in a medieval village of high economic, social and cultural level, they will also be able to see the facade of the Summer Palace of the Portuguese Royal Family until the beginning of the 20th century. XX, see the Castelo dos Mouros and above all try the exclusive Sintra sweets, Queijada and Travesseiro.
Road to Pena Palace
At this stop we will visit the beautiful and iconic Pena Palace, also known as the Portuguese Neuschwanstein Palace, built by King Consort Dom Fernando II in the first half of the 19th century. XIX after his marriage with the Queen Regent of Portugal Dona Maria II, a place of fantasy, stunning views and lush gardens that resemble a small garden of Eden. In its rooms we will be able to see their various themes. The visit to Palácio da Pena is self-guided.
Scenic road along Cabo da Roca Coast
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Scenic views on the way (1.5 hours). Quinta da Regaleira visit is fully guided.
In Cascais, the hidden pearl of the Atlantic, we will stop for lunch at the fishing village and visit. Cascais began as a fishing village in the 19th century. XIV by royal decree of King Dom Pedro I and it remained that way until the 19th century. XIX with the arrival of the Portuguese royal family, King Dom Luís and his wife Dona Maria Pia de Saboia, which became a summer village for the royal family and Portuguese nobles. Its typical fishermen's houses, the beaches bathed by the Atlantic and illuminated by the radiant Sun of Cascais give this town a unique charm which fell in love with European Kings during World War II who went into exile here in the town of Cascais and which led to a wave of popularity that was enjoyed by the rich and famous in Portugal and beyond.
Route to & along the Casino
Here at this stop we can see a stunning view of the Sintra mountain, the coast of Cabo da Roca and the golden beaches of Guincho, where surfers will perfect their skills before venturing out to the biggest waves in the world in Nazaré.
We will see the "birthplace" of the most famous fictional spy in the world, 007 James Bond. Also one of the largest Casinos in Europe.
Back to Lisbon
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(317)
The tour is amazing even though there is not much to see in Cabo roca and Cascais. Buses should have a sign with their destination. We arrived early and no driver knew where to go. After many peple gathered they placed a flag for questions. Tour guides had no badges to identify them. A lady was on her phone all the time and another guide told peolle she is ur guide but she never looked for her people. It was a mess and I use viator tours all the time. Our guide Diogo was the most helpful in guiding us and others. He was an amazing born tour guide and very friendly and easygoing. Loved him even though to translate in 3 languages is not easy but for him was a piece of cake. Good job Diogo!! You rocked! The company remained disorganized for the morning. Buses should have sign with their destination or tour name, drivers should be helpful instead of sitting on the side all to smoke and chat and saying “we dont know where to go”. Oh well, Diogo made it up for all! He actually helped others to find their spots….. He deserves the best from This company!!
Great option to meet Sintra.
We left on time. Weather is unpredictable so bring a jacket just in case it will get cold and maybe a hat or umbrella if it rains. Come prepared.
Maria was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the places we visited. She gave us great recommendations about places to eat and places to take photographs. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and learned a lot.
Great experience with one of the best tour leaders. He was energetic, funny and knowledgeable. He has travelled the world and knows many languages which help his tour to be excellent.
We had an incredible tour with Emilio in Lisbon! His deep knowledge of local history, hidden gems, and fantastic food recommendations made the experience unforgettable. Emilio was also very kind, friendly, and super funny! Highly recommended to anyone visiting Lisbon, Portugal! 🇵🇹
Pros & Cons about this trip: the con is that the tour will last past 9 hours and the pro is that this tour will last longer than 9 hours! Emilio was or tour guide… he was awesome.
I Viator does not list the difficulty of this tour. However, vision tours says it’s easy and accessible for those of limited mobility. This was not true at all. There was a shuttle that went up to the palace, but the guide recommended we just walk up the hill, which was the shortest distance. We had older people and people with limited mobility, that were not able to make it up the hill. Had the guide made sure that we could get tickets to the shuttle, it would’ve helped. Additionally, those who made it up the hill then had steps to go up. And lastly, at the end of the castle tour, we obviously had to go back down the steps and back down the hill. We then loaded the bus, where the guy said he was going to take us to city center and the next palace. He stopped the bus just a few minutes from the first palace, and we had to walk downhill and steps through a park and then about 10 minutes into the city center. Three of the people on my tour, unable to complete the tour because of these requirements and had to find their own way back to the hotel without any offer of compensation. Well, I was able to get through the park, it was difficult for me. After we got back on the tour bus to head to the next stop, the guide preached to us about how this is Europe, and we should be willing to walk He also say that there was a list on their website that stated that this particular tour was not accessible and would’ve been a challenge, walking up hills and steps. Yet, when I went to the website, it actually says easy and that it’s accessible. I want my money back.!
An excellent way to get to know the cities of Sintra and Cascais; professional service with comprehensive knowledge of the history at every point of interest... Diego was the best—thanks for everything! 🩷
Valerie is an amazing tour guide. He has been doing this for a long time. Not only does he have the knowledge but also does an excellent job of connecting with folks in the tour well.
