Sintra Small Group Tour: Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira & Cabo da Roca
Tour Details
At the scheduled time, we’ll meet in downtown Lisbon and head toward the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. After a journey of around 1 hour, we’ll reach Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe.
There, we’ll admire the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic and feel the power of the ocean crashing against the massive rock walls. In the past, this place marked the end of the known world and still inspires that same mix of awe and respect.
Afterward, we’ll take a 30-minute drive to Sintra, where we’ll visit Quinta da Regaleira, one of the most enigmatic places in the region. We’ll stroll through its gardens and inverted towers until reaching the famous Initiation Well. Did you know its 9 levels represent the cycles of Dante’s hell? Was it really used by Freemasons for esoteric rituals, or is it just a legend? We’ll reveal it all!
At the end of this mysterious visit, you’ll have around 1.5 hours of free time in Sintra to explore at your own pace and enjoy lunch on your own. With renewed energy, we’ll head to Pena Palace, a vividly colored castle built on the ruins of a former Jerónimos monastery. It’s no surprise it’s a World Heritage Site!
We’ll take a tour of the Pena Palace gardens, where we’ll learn about the historical and architectural details of the palace’s Gothic, Manueline, and Moorish styles from the outside. This mix undoubtedly reflects the boundless imagination of King Ferdinand II, who ordered its construction as a collage as whimsical as it is poetic.
Although we won’t visit the interior of the Sintra Palace, we’ll talk about its halls decorated with Arabesque details, ceramics, and frescoes, and immerse ourselves in the essence of Portuguese Romanticism.
Finally, we’ll begin the return journey to downtown Lisbon after a total of between 10 and 11 hours.
Tour With Pickup
When making your booking, you can select the option that includes pickup. In this case, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in central Lisbon and end the day trip by dropping you back at your accommodation.
Changes to the Itinerary
The order and duration of the visits may vary due to weather and traffic conditions.
You should also note that in case of a high risk of forest fires, visits to the monuments will be replaced with visits to Queluz Palace and the Sintra National Palace. In the event of a strike by the Sintra Parks authority, they’ll be replaced with Cascais.
More Information
Duration
10 - 11h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off (depending on the selected option)
Transportation by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Pena Palace gardens
Admission to Quinta da Regaleira
Small groups of no more than 8 people
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up until 1 hour before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Living Tours - Lisboa Corporate name: LIVINGTOURS LISBOA LDA Registered Office: Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto, Portugal Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): PT517876663 Contact information Email: lisbon@livingtours.com Phone: +351 218 877 255 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
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