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Sintra Mystic Trail Private Tour 5H
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Sintra
Embark on a private tour of Sintra and the Estoril Coast, where you’ll discover two magnificent palaces, indulge in pastry tasting, and explore charming towns along the way. Book now!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Centro Historico de Sintra - Sintra’s allure lies in its blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and enigmatic tales. Our Mystic Trail begins with a scenic drive from Lisbon to Sintra, where the rolling hills and verdant forests set the stage for a day of exploration and wonder. The historical center of Sintra is a true gem of Portugal, where history, architecture, and nature blend together in a fascinating way. Located in the Serra de Sintra, this charming town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995, recognized for its cultural and natural significance. You’ll have the opportunity to taste Sintra’s culinary delights. Indulge in travesseiros, delectable puff pastries filled with almond cream, and queijadas, traditional sweet cheese tarts. These treats are more than just delicious; they carry their own stories of tradition and local craftsmanship. - Sintra - One of the highlights of the Sintra Mystic Trail Private Tour is the opportunity to select your preferred palace from four exceptional options, each with its own captivating story: -Park and National Palace of Pena: The Epitome of Romanticism. - Sintra National Palace: A Journey Through Time. - Quinta da Regaleira: A Symbolic Labyrinth. - Monserrate Palace: A Botanical Wonderland. - Cabo da Roca - Your tour culminates at Cabo da Roca, the edge of the world. In ancient times, this dramatic cliff edge, located at the westernmost point of mainland Europe, was believed to be the end of the world. Stand at the edge of the continent, where the land meets the vast Atlantic Ocean, and contemplate the myths of seafarers who ventured into the unknown, guided by the stars and their dreams of discovery. - Estoril - The Estoril Coast, often referred to as the “Portuguese Riviera,” is one of the most prestigious and beautiful coastal regions in Portugal. Located just a short drive west of Lisbon, this stunning area is known for its luxurious resorts, sandy beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural history. It has long been a favorite destination for both locals and international visitors seeking a mix of relaxation, glamour, and adventure.
What's Included
- Select your preferred palace
- Taste Sintra’s culinary delights (travesseiros or queijadas)
- Driver/guide (full time trip leader)
- Private Tour in Air Conditioned Mini Van
- Pick-up and drop-off available from Lisbon central hotels or Lisbon Cruise Terminal
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks unless specified
- Entrance fees
- Guided tours inside the palaces are not included
- The baggage is limited to one standard suitcase and a small carry-on bag per person.
Additional Information
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the enchanting landscapes of Sintra with our Sintra Mystic Trail Private Tour. This 5-hour adventure is designed to unveil the mystical charm and rich heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Nestled in the lush hills of the Serra de Sintra, this picturesque village has been a sanctuary for royalty and an inspiration for artists and writers for centuries. Our private tour promises an intimate, personalized experience, allowing you to delve deep into the legends and lore that make Sintra a truly magical destination.
Our Mystic Trail begins with a scenic drive from Lisbon to Sintra, where the rolling hills and verdant forests set the stage for a day of exploration and wonder.
One of the highlights of the Sintra Mystic Trail Private Tour is the opportunity to select your preferred palace from four exceptional options, each with its own captivating story.
Our tour offers a unique blend of history, architecture, and folklore.
- We recommend: Buy Pena Palace online ticket in advance.
- Infant seats are available on request, if advised at time of booking. Portuguese law stipulates that children under 12 years of age and 135 cm in height, when transported in a car with safety belts, must travel in an approved restraint system adapted to their size and weight. Please let us know if you have children and their ages. This service does not have any additional cost.
- You can customize this tour: you can choose the Palaces to visit in Sintra.
- No smoking or eating inside the vehicle.
Location
Centro Historico de Sintra
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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899stacieb
Nov 28, 2023
Diogo is the absolute best! Definitely take the tour! - Whenever we fly from the US to Europe, we always plan a half day private tour when we hit the ground so we can get a quick overview of the city and so we can stay busy and awake until nightfall to try to beat the jetlag. Our flight into Portugal was delayed and we were worried we would miss our tour but our amazing guide, Diogo, adjusted his schedule and was at the hotel waiting when we got there. We spent several hours with Diogo on that first afternoon and were absolutely amazed with what we learned about Portugal in general and Lisbon in particular. He tailored his tour to what we were most interested in and gave us a pretty solid idea as to what else we should be doing the rest of the week.
We enjoyed that first tour so much that we booked a full day tour to Sintra and the coast later that night and took that tour two days later. Again, Diogo was a phenomenal guide. His passion for what he does makes the tours that much more exciting. We had tons of questions about all sorts of things and he was great with getting us the details we were looking for. He gave great suggestions of books to read when we got home and places to visit when we come back. We would have loved Portugal anyway but Diogo made us feel a connection to it that we wouldn't have otherwise.
If you get a chance, take a tour with Diogo. You will be so incredibly happy that you did!
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Mjacoby99
Sep 11, 2023
Sintra was simply spectacular - We arranged a half day trip to Sintra with the same company and guide (Daniel) because they were so good in our Lisbon tour. The tour was amazing to see not only Sintra and its beautiful castle but Daniel also toured us out to the Western most point in continental Europe before gradually making our way back along the coastline to Lisbon. Along the way Daniel was happy to stop at areas which had beautiful views of the ocean and rugged coastline. As we had previously experienced, Daniel was a wealth of information and just a pleasure to be with. Happily recommend him and this tour to anyone
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Nancy_d
Mar 17, 2023
Seeing Sintra, Your Way - What a lovely way to see Sintra, the coast, and a little local charm! Daniel did a great job showing us the area in this private tour. We learned a lot about the history and the area, as well as Portuguese cultural and stories. Lunch was at a little local diner, up in the hills and we felt very welcomed. All in all, it was a fabulous way to see the area and would recommend this tour; espcially if you like to take things on your own time!
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Kristin
Jan 25, 2023
Great trip with Daniel - We had a great trip with Daniel. He's knowledgeable and shared interesting information throughout the entire ride. He's also kind and engaging which made for enjoyable and thoughtful conversations.
The itinerary allowed us to spend enough of time in each spot, without feeling rushed.
I highly recommend!
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Guapacha
Sep 19, 2022
The best tour you’ll ever have - Daniel is a one of a kind tour guide, he takes pride on what he does , he loves Portugal and have a passion for what he does which all translates into an amazing tour. He goes beyond and is super accommodating. His knowledge on the area and the sightings is spot on (we checked lol) and he is just all around a great guy. We typically don’t do tours as we prefer to explore on our own but had limited time and wanted to ensure we hit the highlights and decided to book this tour. Best decision we made. We truly enjoyed and we are thankful that Daniel was the person to give us the intro to Portugal. Already planning an extended stay in the next year and will be asking Daniel to rake us around!!
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Flyer820459
Sep 3, 2019
Truly romantic - I recommend this trip to everyone who wants to see great monuments and very nice views. It was a very good experience.
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Elizabeth
Nov 10, 2017
Our trip to Sintra, and surroundings... - <p>Our trip to Sintra, and surroundings was a top highlight of a two week excursion to Spain and Portugal and many points in between. Driving to and from Sintra with our guide and we feel new friend Vasco, added depth, perspective and educated discourse about what we were seeing, or about to see. The palaces in Sintra, the village, the beauty of the countryside touring to and from, seeing the sunset from the westernmost point in Europe took on new meaning with Vascos perspective, and informed answers to our probing questions. From morning coffee to a mid-afternoon repast, both in establishments with culinary ties to Sintras history, we were offered experiences to all aspects of this very special regionss culture. Our trip was tailored to our needs, eliminating things we had done before, and incorporating things we hoped to do. Vascos experience and education, plus open and engaging personality added so much to this tour. We are fortunate to have wonderful memories, and not only sensory experiences, but time spent with a top notch guide, and gentleman.</p>
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