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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

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Shore Excursion, from cruise ship to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cascais

★★★★★ 5.0

8 hours

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Overview

Small group from Lisbon:
Shore excursion, ideal for visitors on a short stay, with only a few hours to spend. From Lisbon to Pena Palace Park, then Sintra beautiful medieval streets, views of the Atlantic coast, and then finally amazing Cascais.
Explore the streets, taste local pastries, take pictures. Learn about our history, life in Portugal and our food - our experienced guides are local, and will answer everything you want to know, with a good balance between guided tour and free time to enjoy.
Departing from Lisbon Cruise Port, a small group (max 8) in a comfortable minivan.

- Pena terraces and park guided (exterior of palace, grounds, gardens and chapel, only not seeing interior chambers)*
- Sintra old town
- Atlantic Ocean views
- Cascais

Visit unique palaces, enjoy UNESCO monuments, and visit beautiful Cascais later. After a nice lunch and a walk by the beach, we will take you back to the cruise port.

*Pena terraces and park Ticket included (only no visit to interiors)

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What's Included

✓ Included

Small group, WI-FI, AC (shared, max 8 participants)
Port Pickup & Drop-off Guaranteed On-Time Return to Ship
Pena terraces and park - Ticket included, historical guided tour grounds, gardens (not seeing rooms)
Local professional Guide

✗ Not Included

Visit to Palace interior not included (includes guided tour of the grounds and park / only exterior)
Excludes Food & Drinks
Gratuities
Quinta da Regaleira visit not included, you will be able to see the exterior and take a picture

Itinerary

Stop 1

Pickup at the cruise terminal. We will meet right across the terminal, a very easy meeting point, avoiding the crowds looking for taxis and vans. Just exit the ship, cross the avenue, and we meet at the little red kiosk, by the traffic lights (we will send all details via email). We will then have an approximate 45 minutes drive to Pena Palace.

Stop 2

Guided visit to the Pena Palace exterior, exploring garden and grounds. The Pena Palace is one of the best representations of 19th century Romanticism in Europe. Being the second-highest point in the Serra de Sintra (over 500m above sea level), it will amaze you with its unique architecture and spectacular views. King Ferdinand II - the king-artist - fell in love with Sintra, and following the purchase of the property, decided to build a unique castle and park, with 500 plant species from all corners of the world. The palace incorporates Manueline and Moorish architectural influences, that together will give you an atmosphere of “a thousand and one nights.”. An unforgettable experience. (Pena Park ticket included / no palace interior visit)

Stop 3

In the center of Sintra, you can enjoy the wonders of this beautiful medieval little town, walking the narrow streets, feel the local atmosphere and have lunch - do not miss a nice coffee and local pastry "Travesseiro".

Stop 4

Regaleira is a 19th century Villa, known as Palácio da Regaleira. Located in the center of Sintra, it was bought by a Portuguese businessman who was fascinated by secret orders such as Freemasonry and the Templars. Regaleira was transformed into a palace surrounded by gardens, lakes, caves and enigmatic constructions, symbolic places, typical of secret societies and rituals. A unique monument influenced by Romantic, Neo-Gothic and Manueline architecture. When in Sintra you can have a quick walk (15 min) to see Quinta da Regaleira from outside, and take a photo (interior visit not included)

Stop 5

Cascais will amaze you, with its mix of a little fishing village, together with the sophistication of a place where kings and queens would spend part of their summer. Time for coffee or ice-cram, if you like. Short stop before driving back to your ship.

Stop 6

Estoril is a village where different people, from different social backgrounds, met during the 30s and 40s of last century. Exiled kings, 2nd world war spies, meeting at the biggest casino in Europe, everything happened. Even James Bond might have been "planned" here. A quick pass-by and we will tell you all about it, on the way back to Lisbon.

Stop 7

We will drive back to Lisbon, to drop you off timely at your terminal - back to the cruise ship

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Good to Know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to skip lines
Pena Palace grounds visit - visit tickets included (no visit to interiors)
Not suitable for travelers with limited mobility
LGBTIQ+ friendly
Sintra is often rainy / foggy or colder than Lisbon, particularly early morning, so please check forecast
Tour will go ahead even under rainy conditions, always ensuring everyone's safety
We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as we will walk at some of the sites to visit

Known For:

Historical Tours in Lisbon, Shore Excursions in Lisbon, Small Group in Lisbon, Port Pickup in Lisbon, Ports of Call Tours in Lisbon, Bus Tours in Lisbon, Full-day Tours in Lisbon, Private and Luxury in Lisbon

Special Instructions

Meeting point at small kiosk, right across the avenue (map https://share.google/4XKGBCxDIRoB9m7MH) - time to be confirmed.
Please check with our team, before purchasing other monument tickets (Pena Park is included / Regaleira excluded)