Private Day Trip in Sintra and Cascais

Private Day Trip in Sintra and Cascais

On this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the romantic Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle, set amidst lush forests of the Serra de Sintra, visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe where land ends and the sea begins ( Camões) and enjoy the beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean. See also Cascais one of the most visited villas in the country with its beautiful beaches and excellent cuisine.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Park and National Palace of Pena, Estrada da Pena, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal

Being one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the main attraction of historical Sintra, the Pena National Palace is much more than a simple castle, it is one of the most charming places in Portugal, full of curiosities, incredible landscapes and fantasy. The Palace was built in the 19th century, on a steep rock, which is the second highest point of the Serra de Sintra (above the palace is only the Cruz Alta, at 528m altitude)
Enjoy magnificent views and photo opportunities at Pena Palace, Pena Park and the Countess d 'Edla's cottage and gardens.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Castelo dos Mouros, Estrada da Pena Parque de Monserrate, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal

Built on a rocky massif in the 9th century, the Moorish Castle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Serra de Sintra. The castle retains the charm of an ancient ruin, with a dense forest surrounding the ancient walls offering a privileged view of the whole. its rural surroundings extending to the Atlantic Ocean.

Inside it stands the rain-fed cistern and the romantic chapel of St. Peter, whose interesting remains are still visible, such as the two curious Romanesque portals and various tombs of the ancient medieval necropolis.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Estrada Cabo da Roca, Colares 2705-001 Portugal

Perfect place to enjoy the sunset and take great photos for remembrance, Cabo da Roca is situated at latitude 38º 47´ North and longitude 9º 30´ West, the westernmost point of Continental Europe, as Luís Vaz de Camões wrote, the place "Where the Earth ends and the sea begins". About 150 meters from the sea, here you can have a comprehensive view of the Serra de Sintra and the coast, which is worth the visit.

Cabo da Roca Lighthouse was built in 1758. It is inserted in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Its flora is diverse and, in many cases, has unique species, being the object of several studies.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Cascais Marina, Avenida Rei Humberto II de Italia Casa de S. Bernardo, Cascais 2750-800 Portugal

Situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Serra de Sintra, Cascais has always been an important tourist center. It is known for its sandy beaches and bustling marina. With the sea at its feet, Cascais can be proud of its excellent cuisine based on seafood and fresh fish dishes.
In Cascais there are restaurants for all tastes and pockets, which excel in quality and good taste.

Duration: 1 hour