Sintra and Pena Palace Tour: UNESCO Site and Cabo da Roca Hiking Adventure from Lisbon
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45 Ratings
Lisboa
Embark on a captivating adventure in Sintra and Pena Palace. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, hike to Cabo da Roca, and marvel at the stunning Praia da Adraga beach.
Duration:
6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Praca Marques do Pombal - Meet your guide in Lisbon city center and start the activity.
- Sintra - TRANSPORT - Leave Lisbon ahead to Sintra
- Sintra National Palace - Travel to romantic Sintra in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. Arriving at one of the highest points of the Serra de Sintra, you will see the Pena Palace, one of the best expressions of 19th century Romanticism in Europe. Head for the Pena Palace, one of the main residences of the Portuguese royal family during the 19th century to be amazed by the intentional mixture of architectural styles and understand why King Fernando II deserved the nickname of “King-Artist”. Enjoy the views from on high to the Moorish Castle, a testimony of the Islamic presence in the Iberian Peninsula, built in the 9th century and conquered by the Portuguese during the formation of the Portugal Kingdom. Immerse yourself by the Cultural Landscape of Sintra classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site before heading down to the picturesque village of Sintra to stroll freely through its charming streets or taste its regional products such as the famous travesseiros and queijadas de Sintra.
- Sintra - Sintra Village visit. This a must-see town for anyone who loves art, architecture and history.
- Cabo da Roca - The Westernmost Point e the European continent. Amazing view to the Atlantic Ocean.
An unforgettable soft hiking experience.
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Lisbon - TRANSPORT - Return to Lisbon in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan while your guide offers recommendations for the rest of your stay.
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Praia da Adraga - The hike will end in Praia da Adraga, one of the most famous rocky beaches in the Sintra-Cascais region. Find a natural and preserved environment, where the rocks, caves and tunnels make a unique landscape.
What's Included
- Entry to Pena Palace
- Air-conditioned transport in Van/Minibus
- Guided hiking in Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
- Exclusive small group experience
- Knowledgeable bilingual guide
- Exploration of Cabo da Roca
What's Not Included
- Tips (optional)
- Food or beverages unless specified
- Hotel pick up or transfer
Additional Information
Explore Sintra, known as the city of Romanticism and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Immerse yourself in its cultural environment and wander its quaint village streets. Take a guided tour of the Pena Palace, a flagship of Portugal’s heritage and an illustrious example of 19th-century Romantic architecture. Enjoy an unforgettable 5km soft hiking journey with magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean and Europe’s westernmost point, Cabo de Roca - one of Portugal’s most splendid natural wonder. Experience the distinct landscape of Praia da Adraga, renowned as one of the most popular rocky beaches in the Sintra-Cascais area.
Location
HF Fénix Lisboa
Praça Marquês de Pombal
Praça marques de Pombal nr. 8C 1269-133 Lisboa (Hotel Fénix)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Davidth8167uo
May 21, 2024
Sintra- don’t miss this!! - Excellent tour! Lots of great views, good hiking, and super history. Highly recommended! Nice to see another side of the Lisbon area.
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Drewsn5315tf
May 21, 2024
Amazing Jeep Tour - Went in the jeep tour to sintra with johnny as our guide. It was a tremendous experience with alot of great insight on the history of our stops. Jeep tour had unbelievable views that we would have never seen if we didnt participate. Highly recommend!
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Mobile56231230908
May 2, 2024
Trip to Sintra - We spent a wonderful morning with Joao, who showed us the natural and architectural beauty of Sintra. We move from a walk surrounded by greenery, to a moment of relaxation by the ocean to conclude with an external visit to Pena's palace. Joao proved to be a pleasant companion, prepared and capable of transforming every unexpected event into an opportunity to discover curiosities about Sintra and its surroundings. If you like taking a walk, highly recommended.
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Sherpa53193967486
May 2, 2024
"Unforgettable Lisbon and Sintra: A Day with Guide João" - The day trip to Lisbon and Sintra with our guide João was an absolute highlight. João impressed us with his pleasant demeanor, spontaneity, and great sense of humor, making the tour a particularly lively experience. His helpfulness and deep knowledge of the region provided us with unique insights into the culture and history of both cities. The driver was also excellent, contributing to a smooth and enjoyable journey.
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Terrylx7850xh
Apr 29, 2024
Great day in Sintra & Pena Palace - Rui was a great tour guide and made it a memorable day. We went to some great locations and learned a lot about Portugal. The day was a good mix of nature exploring and historical sites.
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Sean
Apr 29, 2024
Great hike and Pena Palace tour with Rui - Rui was an excellent guide. He is knowledgeable, has a good sense of humor, and was a lot of fun to spend the day with. We really enjoyed the tour. The hike in the morning took us to some amazing views and was a great way to start the day. The visit to the grounds of Pena Palace was also great—it’s a spectacular building with great views of the ocean and surrounding areas, and the palace gardens are beautiful. I would definitely recommend this trip and going with Rui in particular.
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Y5537mtkatiet
Apr 29, 2024
Great trip with Rui! - We had a wonderful trip with Rui! The hike was gorgeous and he lead the group at a good pace. The Pena Palace is a must see! Rui was a very knowledgeable tour guide and kept the whole group entertained.
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Marcela
Apr 28, 2024
Very good tour - Excellent staff, Roy with a very good command of the subject and very attentive to each of the tourists. The times were managed accordingly in each activity.
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Gone007
Apr 21, 2024
Treated like a King! - The sites were fantastic, Cape Roca, the hike, Sintra, and Peña Palace! But even better was our guide Ricardo. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable, but extremely pleasant.
I would highly recommend this tour, and I would specifically ask for Ricardo.
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D5297eqstijnv
May 2, 2024
Cancelled without apology or explanation - Our tour (scheduled for 13 April 2024) was suddenly cancelled at 7pm on the evening before, with no apology or real explanation given. (The email said "unsuitable or dangerous weather", but it was actually a perfectly nice spring day.) They are only reachable by phone until 6pm, so we could not even contact them to ask for an explanation and to inquire if there are any alternative options. We understand that tours might have to be cancelled for various reasons, but in such cases we expect much better communication!
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