6-Day Sintra Tour with a Local through Hidden Gems and Coastline

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the mesmerizing Quinta da Regaleira and uncover its secrets and mysteries
• 02 Discover Penedo and Colares, picturesque Portuguese villages that feel frozen in time
• 03 Visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe, with breathtaking secret viewpoints
• 04 See Peninha Sanctuary, a hidden gem in the natural park where tranquillity reigns
• 05 Admire the mesmerizing exteriors of Pena Palace with their vibrant colors and sweeping views

Sintra is a well-known destination, famous for its spectacular romantic palaces, wild nature, and beautiful coastline. As a local who has lived here all his life, I know the best places and views the region offers, from the natural park's forests and breathtaking viewpoints to typical picturesque villages that seem almost frozen in time. This tour focuses on Sintra's more unexplored and magical side without missing its main attractions, while sharing what it is like to grow up here, how locals live today, and a local vision of the region.

This tour focuses on Sintra's more unexplored and magical side without missing its main attractions, while sharing what it is like to grow up here, how locals live today, and a local vision of the region.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Serra de Sintra

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Sintra National Palace and Historic Center

• Make a stop by the historical center, where Sintra's fascinating history comes to life before your eyes.

2

Day 02

Secrets of Quinta da Regaleira

• Explore the mesmerizing Quinta da Regaleira on a guided tour that unlocks its secrets and mysteries.

3

Day 03

Colares and Penedo with Lunch Stop

• We will whisk you away to the charming villages of Penedo and Colares, where a mouthwatering, authentic lunch awaits, surrounded by picturesque scenery.

4

Day 04

Cabo da Roca and Secret Viewpoints

• Venture to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe, where secret viewpoints promise breathtaking vistas you will not find on any postcard.

5

Day 05

Peninha Sanctuary in the Natural Park

• Our journey continues to Peninha Sanctuary, a hidden gem nestled within the natural park, where tranquillity reigns supreme.

6

Day 06

Pena Palace Exteriors

• The exteriors of Pena Palace are indeed mesmerizing. As you embark on a guided tour, prepare to be swept away by the enchanting blend of architectural styles, vibrant colors, and breathtaking views.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guiding services
• Private transportation

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Souvenirs
• Food, drinks, and snacks
• Entrance fees

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Jacket
• Sunscreen
• Rain gear

Know before you go

• Pickup is available from your requested hotel, apartment, or cruise in Lisbon, Sintra, and Cascais.
• Upon arriving in Sintra, you can choose one or two of the following monuments: Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, Quinta da Regaleira, Monserrate Park, and Palace.
• I will accompany you to all sites, but upon your request, I can leave you to explore on your own.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel, apartment, or Airbnb.

Tour start

Sintra, 2710-555 Sintra, Portugal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.