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A stroll in Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais is a true historical treasure, where you can find historical remnants of the Bronze Age at stations diverted from the History of Portugal,
WiFi on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks
Tickets
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We also pick up our guests at their accommodation, train station, and any other destinations on agreement.
Traveler pickup
Lisboa Airport, Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon Cruise Port
Castelo dos Mouros, Sintra, Portugal Moorish Castle – Sintra
Monuments
Skirting two Sintra mountain ranges, the Moorish Castle dates back to the early days of the Moorish occupation of the Peninsula - the eighth century.
After many attempts, was finally taken by Dom Afonso Henriques first king of Portugal in 1147, and was built the first Christian Chapel of the city, dedicated to St. Peter of Penaferrim.
In the romantic period, in 1860, the walls were restored under the supervision of Dom Fernando II, husband of Dona Maria II, who wooded the surrounding areas, and gave a new dignity to the ancient medieval ruins. Noteworthy is the Moorish Cistern inside and the so-called Royal Tower.
Located about 3.5 km from the historic center of Sintra.
Estrada da Pena, 2710-609 Sintra, Portugal Park and National Palace of Pena
Museums and Palaces
Pena National Palace
Visit the fantastic Pena Palace exponent of 19th century Romanticism in PortugalSet on the top of Monte da Pena, the palace was built on the site of a former monastery. Built by D. Fernando de Saxe Coburg-Gotha, who married Queen Dona Maria II in 1836. After falling in love with Sintra, he decided to buy the convent and surrounding lands to build a summer palace for the royal family.
A restaurant has been installed in one of the palace wings, with a terrace offering a beautiful panoramic view over the Sintra Mountains and the coast.
120 minutes
Centro Historico de Sintra, Sintra, Portugal Sintra village from the municipal heritage to the world heritage, properly classified by UNESCO, visit the historical center of the romantic village of Sintra, many buildings and remains of various periods and cultural movements remain. 30 minutes
Sintra National Palace, Sintra, Portugal Sintra National Palace
Museums and Palaces
The Sintra National Palace is unique among the royal medieval palaces in Portugal and the most distinguished building in the village of Sintra.
From the first dynasties of the country, Sintra was one of the favorite places of Portuguese kings and queens, although the palace we can see today was an initiative of Dom João I, who rebuilt it, and Dom Manuel I, which enriched the building's decorative character. and added a new wing.
Visit the interior of the palace, where you will surely discover a little more about the history of Portugal. The decoration is quite remarkable, being a combination of various artistic styles that depended on the respective tastes of the kings who lived here, and designed to give the various rooms different names. In particular, it draws visitors' attention to the Swan Room, the Armory Room, the Magpie or the Reading Room and the chapel.
Outside, the palace's most striking and distinctive feature is the kitchen's two large conical chimneys, each measuring 33 meters in height, now adopted as the symbol of Sintra.
Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra, Portugal Palace and Quinta da Regaleira
Museums and Palaces
Very close to the historic center of Sintra is Quinta da Regaleira, one of the most enigmatic sights of Sintra.
Quinta da Regaleira was built in the early twentieth century by millionaire Antonio Augusto Carvalho Monteiro (1848-1920), who managed to realize one of his dreams here with the help of scenographic architect Luigi Manini (1848-1936). Surrounded by lush greenery, Palácio da Regaleira is a fascinating discovery.
The palace was built in a romantic revivalist style, imitating Gothic, Manueline and Renaissance architectural and decorative forms, mixed with mythical and esoteric symbolism.
A special mention is reserved for the Holy Trinity Chapel, where visitors can take a spiral staircase down to the crypt to discover the monumental initiation pit that, deep down, leads through a cave to an amazing lake hidden in the middle of the gardens. . 120 minutes
Parque e Palacio de Monserrate, Sintra, Portugal Museums and Palaces
Park and Palace of Monserrate
This fantastic Romantic park was created by William Beckford, who fell in love with the Sintra Mountain.
Cabo da Roca, Colares, Portugal Cabo da Roca
Other
If you go to Sintra, don’t miss the chance to visit the westernmost point of mainland Europe, Cabo da Roca.
Located at latitude 38º 47´north and longitude 9º 30´west, Cabo da Roca is an important coordinate for those sailing along the coast, as it is the most westerly point of mainland Europe, a fact borne out by the certificates that visitors take away as a souvenir.
Around 150 metres above the sea, here you can have a panoramic view over the Serra de Sintra and the coast, which makes it worth the visit.
Historical records indicate that there was a fort on Cabo da Roca in the 17th century that played an important part in guarding the entrance to Lisbon’s harbour, forming a defensive line along the coast, especially during the Peninsular Wars. Today there are only traces, as well as the lighthouse which is still an important point for navigation.
It lies within the Parque Natural de Sintra-Cascais and is one of the points of interest on the walking trails that can be followed here, along the coast.
30 minutes
Centro Historico de Cascais, Cascais, Portugal Cascais
Towns and Villages
Situated close to the sea and traditionally a fishing village, Cascais enjoyed an important period of development in the 14th century, when it was a major stopping off point for boats on their way to Lisbon, turning it into a very busy port at that time.
It was, however, in the second half of the 19th century, when sea bathing became a popular activity, that Cascais was given the impetus that transformed it into a very fashionable summer resort. The great driving force behind this transformation was the king of Portugal, Dom Luís I, who, in 1870, converted the Fortaleza da Cidadela into the summer residence of the Portuguese monarchy. The king's example was immediately copied by the nobility, who built palaces and extremely beautiful villas in the town, where they spent the hottest season of the year, completely transforming the appearance of the former fishing village.
Cascais also began to attract the attention of the curious, who came here to enjoy a stroll by the seaside, and access to the town was greatly facilitated by the opening of the railway line between Pedrouços and Cascais in 1889. Nowadays, Cascais is a very lively and cosmopolitan town that still preserves a great deal of its earlier aristocratic atmosphere.
Particularly recommended is a stroll through its streets, where you will find shops of the highest quality, or perhaps you might prefer to enjoy a few moments' rest at one of the many outdoor cafés and restaurants scattered about the town. The beaches continue to be one of Cascais' greatest attractions, and it is possible to choose from amongst those that are situated in the town's sheltered bay or those a little further away in the area around Guincho, (already forming part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park), where there are excellent conditions for surfing and windsurfing. The Boca do Inferno (literally the Jaws of Hell), an inlet along the coast that is surrounded by steep rocks and caves, continues to be a natural curiosity attracting many thousands of visitors to marvel at the brute strength of the sea.
A special mention is reserved for the local cuisine, especially the fresh fish and shellfish dishes that are served here and which can be enjoyed in the region's many restaurants.
30 minutes
Boca do Inferno, Cascais, Portugal Boca do Inferno is located on the Costa da Guia, west of the village of Cascais, in Portugal.
The name "Boca do Inferno" attributed to this place is due to the morphological analogy and the tremendous and frightening impact of the waves that make themselves felt there.
The characteristic that makes up the rock in the cliff is of carbonated nature. The erosion exerted by the action of rainwater that, containing dissolved carbon dioxide, causes the dissolution of the carbonate. Through this process cavities and caves are formed inside the limestones.
It may well have been an old grotto. With the abasement of the upper layers the cave will have been destroyed, leaving an enormous cavity in the open.
With unique characteristics, it is a place of leisure, where you can enjoy a divine landscape and magnificent sunsets, being only overshadowed by not rare suicides committed in its dangerous and unprotected cliff.
At present, the sea with violent and merciless attacks rises in a deadly white foam for tens of meters, continuing to wear out the millennial rock, increasing in this way the spectacular and the size of the Mouth of Hell.
In 1896, a film by Englishman Henry Short already showed the relentless force of the sea to hit against the rocks in the place.
30 minutes
FantasticRide, Sintra, Portugal Fantastic Ride is a young Portuguese company that develops activity as a Tourist Animation Agent providing solutions in ‘Tours & Routes’ format collaborating in the promotion of Portuguese Heritage and Culture presenting the locations and history of our magnificent Portugal!
As support for tourism and local activities we offer ‘Transfers’ services to and from the airport from any location in Portugal, and can carry up to 8 passengers in a safe, comfortable, air-conditioned and free Wi-Fi hotspot. Our drivers are professionals who select the routes best suited to the needs of our customers.
We intend to establish strong relationships where customer satisfaction (and our partners) is the main objective, offering support through personalised service!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is smart casual
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Comfortable walking shoes are recomended
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Telluride123456
25 Nov 2022
Felipe was our guide and we had a wonderful day with him. He was full of knowledge about all the sites and everything we saw during our drive as well. He is a very affable guy and it felt like we had a friend taking us around to all the sites. I very much recommend Felipe and this tour!
Rubi_L
18 Oct 2022
Fue una experiencia maravillosa, sobre todo contar con un chofer como el Sr. Jorge, amable, complaciente, fue transmitiendonos su conocimiento de cada lugar visitado, realmente uno mas de la familia, asi lo sentimos. Conocer estas ciudades y su historia , sus hermosas vistas, deleitar sus tipicas comidas, sus vinos y sus dulces en Periquita fue fabuloso. Gracias Viator y en especial al Sr. Jorge por permitirnos cumplir un sueno mas.
Emily_N
11 Sep 2022
My family and I had the best tour with Felipe! He picked us up on time and was incredibly warm, welcoming, and flexible throughout the whole day. He was very knowledgeable about the history and background of each place and able to answer any questions we had. A beautiful day with a great guide! We would recommend Felipe and Fantastic Tours to all our friends and family, and we would 100% return to them for our next Portugal trips.
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