Sintra and Cascais full day, unique experience
Sintra; enjoy the wonderful Pena Palace; the best example of Portuguese "romanticism"; a true 19th century fairy tale, visit to the Sintra Cascais natural park with a climb to the Moorish castle, (pass by), and a visit to the Pena Palace. (ticket not included). Get to know the historic center of the village of Sintra, opportunity to taste the local sweets and traditional ginga liqueur in a chocolate cup, take the opportunity to walk through the interconnected streets and local regional commerce. The westernmost point of the European continent; "O Cabo da Roca", 140 meters of vertical cliff over the Atlantic ocean, also have a wide view over the Sintra Cascais mountain range and Atlantic coast. On the way to Cascais you can enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Guincho beach and natural beauties. Stop at the rocky natural attraction in the Guia region in Cascais; "The mouth of hell". Stop at Cascais Bay. Free time. Return to Lisbon along the Estoril coast.
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Park and National Palace of Pena
The Pena Palace is one of the greatest examples of romantic revivalism of the 19th century. XIX in Portugal. Inside, still decorated to the taste of the kings who lived there, the chapel, the Royal apartments or the kitchen stand out, where banquets were prepared for royalty. The mural paintings and tile coverings are also worth mentioning. Inside the palace we have a beautiful panorama over the Serra de Sintra and the Atlantic coast.
Centro Historico de Sintra
"British poet Lord Byron described Sintra as a piece of heaven on earth". It is a place full of magic and mystery where nature and man have come together in such a perfect symbiosis. UNESCO classified it as a World Heritage Site in 1995. Right in the historic center, we see the Palácio da Vila with its two characteristic conical chimneys. Dating back to the end of the 14th century, it was the summer resort of many kings throughout the History of Portugal. After strolling through the narrow alleys and shops selling regional products, it is essential to enter one of the pastry shops to taste the famous traditional sweets as well as the famous ginga liqueur in a chocolate cup.
Cabo da Roca
Cabo da Roca, located at latitude 38º 47´ North and longitude 9º 30´ West, will be one of the highlights of the tour, it is the westernmost point on the European continent. About 150 meters from the sea, here you can have a comprehensive view over the Serra de Sintra, the Atlantic coast and Cascais.
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- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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