8 hours
Sintra, the capital of romanticism, is one of the most picturesque and beautiful towns in Portugal. The monuments have a grand architecture full of stories and unraveling mysteries. Gardens, centenary trees and ancient palaces in a truly unique environment awaits you. In this Sintra tour you can also visit the mysterious Sintra Mountains, the westernmost point in continental Europe, Guincho’s dunes, Cascais and Estoril. This is a must-do when in Portugal!
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Sintra Village
Visit to the beautiful and historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO world heritage site. Discover the picturesque streets, the Sintra National Palace, the fountains, the churches, chapels and shrines.
Moorish Castle
Climb to the Moorish Castle where the construction of the first sections of its wall dates from the 8th and 9th century. From the castle, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the whole region. It can’t be missed!
Pena Palace
The next stop is the Pena Palace where you can admire a mix of architectural styles at the exterior. The Pena Palace is one of the best examples of Romanticism from the 19th century. Make sure to have your camera ready to capture the fantastic landscape surrounding the Palace.
Cabo da Roca
Next, discover the most westerly point of continental Europe. From the cliff tops, enjoy the fantastic view of the beaches and the sea. From the road near the coast, you can gaze at the beaches and the beautiful towns of Estoril and Cascais.
Colares
A stop in Colares in the cellars of Adega regional de Colares to have a tasting of the best regional wines.
Guincho Beach – known for its favorable surfing conditions. This is a popular beach for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing.
Cascais
And of course we can’t leave without visiting the charming town of Cascais. This former fishing village used to be a royal getaway. Nowadays it still is one of the most attractive destinations for the Portuguese and foreign elite thanks to all that it has to offer: boutiques, restaurants, hotels, beaches and much more.
We suggest bringing comfortable clothing, sunglasses, a hat and your camera
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