Sintra has been the "air conditioning" of Lisbon since the 14th century thanks to its micro-climate and excellent condition for hunting. Lord Byron said it was his glorious Eden. So, I invite you to visit Pena Palace, which is a real fairy tale and unique hilltop view. Or if you prefer we can visit the medieval National Palace of Sintra or the stunning Park of Quinta da Regaleira. Carry on to the breathtaking Cabo da Roca, the western most point of continental Europe, where "the earth finishes and the sea starts" as our poet Camões would say. We must see the beautiful beaches along the coast where surf, windsurf and kite-surf are held and stop at Cascais, the kings and queens beaches since the 19th century. As we return to Lisbon we must see the mouth of Tagus River, the longest in Iberian Peninsula. During our day we'll stop for lunch and if you want to do as locals try our fresh fish or seafood.

Itinerary

- Start/End of the tour in your accommodation, airport, cruise terminal within Lisbon in the beginning of the morning

Highlights

Sintra
-National Palace of Sintra OR Pena Palace OR Quinta da Regaleira
(If you'd prefer to visit 2 or 3 monuments in Sintra and skip Cape of Roca and Cascais that can also be an option)

- time to taste local sweet pastries (optional)

- Go through the Sintra Hills

- Cape of Roca, western most point of continental Europe

Cascais
- Panoramic visit through the King and Queen's beach or you can go for a walk if you wish

***I can customize this tour to your wishes and interests or make a different customized tour for you. If you are a party of 4 or more, I'll rent a van or a bus with driver, please contact me for information*

Meeting Point + Tour Duration

Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building

End Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building

Duration: 7 hours

Transportation

- Walking (if you want)
- My standard car - confortable for up to 3 adults + me with AC (Skoda Octavia break).
If you are a party of 4 or more people or you'd prefer a van I'll be happy to rent a 7-9 seater van for you (not included).

What’s Included

Other: -Pick-up and return to your accommodation or any other location you choose within Lisbon (If you're staying outside Lisbon there will be an extra fee)

-7h private tour including my personal assistance, knowledge and services as a Portugal tour guide.

-licensed guides as me have the right to skip the lines to buy tickets to the monuments/museums. However tickets are not included in the price of the tour.

-My guided tour inside the monuments/museums

* Most museums/palaces/churches in Lisbon are closed on Mondays. So Sintra is a good option on a Monday because there everything is opened.

Estimated Local Cash Needed

60 Euro - - If you visit 1 monument I suggest Vila Palace - 10 € per person or Pena Palace - 17 € per person. I also like Regaleira - 6 € per person.
- Traditional sweet pastries and a drink - about 5€ per adult
If you would like to have a snack or lunch it can go from 5 € per person until 75 €
per person if you choose a Seafood lunch with a nice wine in an exclusive chef's restaurant.

What’s Extra

Other: Entrance fees, other transportation besides my car, meals & snacks, personal expenses.

Restrictions

If you are a party of more than 3 I will be happy to rent a van or a bus

A Recent Review of this tour

Gloria was a wonderful guide who our group of 4 spent 1 1/2 days with. She along with her driver picked us up at the airport in Lisbon with a more spacious vehicle than expected with loads of room for our luggage that was hidden from view. This enabled us to begin our tour without wasting time to leave our luggage at the hotel. She is extremely organized yet welcomes changes that her clients might make. Our second day was spent in Lisbon seeing major sights and then returned to ship. Would highly recommen
Marcella Beekman