Portugal · Castles & Palaces

Full-Day Sintra Palaces Tour with Regaleira and Pena Palace

1 Day Round trip from 2710-405 Sintra Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Stroll through the historic centre of Sintra, with its flower-filled narrow streets and local craft shops
  • 02 Taste traditional sweets and Ginjinha in Sintra
  • 03 Explore the unique medieval National Palace of Sintra and the enchanting Regaleira Palace and Gardens
  • 04 Visit the 8th-century Moorish Castle and tour the stunning Pena Royal Palace

Explore the historic town of Sintra in one day and discover the ancient myths of Celtic bards, Moorish legends, the passions of the Christian Reconquest, and the masonry that makes this site so unique in the world and so magical. From literature to music, Sintra has inspired countless figures and continues to dazzle visitors with its mystical and charming atmosphere.

Explore the historic town of Sintra in one day and discover the ancient myths of Celtic bards, Moorish legends, the passions of the Christian Reconquest, and the masonry that makes this site so unique in the world and so magical.

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What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Serra de Sintra
Languages Arabic, English, German, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Sintra's Historic Centre, Palaces and Moorish Castle

  • In the morning, visit the Historical Centre of Sintra to see its traditional narrow streets filled with flowers, local craft shops, and viewpoints, with a compulsory stop for traditional sweets and Ginjinha (cherry liqueur).

  • Begin with a cultural tour of the National Palace of Sintra, a unique example of medieval palaces in Portugal.

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Regaleira Palace and Gardens, a place with a spirit of its own.

  • Have lunch in a traditional restaurant that surprises visitors with delicious dishes and recreates food from the 19th century.

  • Visit the oldest monument in Sintra, the Moorish Castle, located on the ridges of the Serra de Sintra. The castle dates back to the time of the Muslims in Portugal, in the 8th century.

  • Finish the day with a guided tour of Pena Royal Palace, counted among the top 10 most beautiful palaces in the world.

The route

Where you'll travel

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Round trip from 2710-405 Sintra 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation by luxury, air-conditioned van.

  • Tour with guide for up to 7 guests.

  • Free time to explore at each stop.

  • Free tour for children up to 3 years old.

What's Not Included

  • Monuments admission tickets (around 30 EUR per person).

  • Lunch.

Know before you go

  • 50% off for children between 4 and 10 years old.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
2710-405 Sintra, Portugal
Tour start
2710-405 Sintra, Portugal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in 2710-405 Sintra.

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