Sintra, Ericeira & Mafra
The refinement of the Sintra Mountains in a cultural and challenging experience, where you can see the most iconic monuments of this village. Delight in the typical cuisine that Ericeria gives you, full of flavor and stories of generations. Let yourself be enchanted by the Mafra National Palace classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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Centro Historico de Sintra
A beautiful town at the foot of the mountain range of the same name, its unique features have led UNESCO to classify it as a World heritage site. It was even necessary to create a special category for the purpose - that of “cultural landscape” - taking into account its natural riches as well as the historic buildings in the town and mountains. Endowed with luxuriant vegetation, the mountains are part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
Ericeira
A traditional fishing village, Ericeira has developed enormously during the 20th century due to the growing interest in it as a summer resort. It has, however, maintained its original characteristics and its own individual atmosphere. A visit to Ericeira is also an excellent opportunity to try the shellfish and fresh fish dishes, the specialty of the regional cuisine.
Palacio Nacional de Mafra
The sheer magnificence of the monumental architectural design of the palace, convent and basilica of Mafra bears witness to the opulence of the court of king John V (1707-1750). It was king John V who commissioned the building of what provides to be the defining landmark of the Portuguese Baroque era. The design was by Frederico Ludovice who incorporated an architectural language and style Italian in inspiration. The summer residence of the royal family, the Palace includes various collections featuring works by mainly Portuguese, Italian and French artists working to royal order including Baroque painting and sculpture, religious vestments and mural paintings by leading Portuguese artists including Cyril Volkmar Machado and Domingos Dry. The Basilica houses a set of six organs, unique worldwide and they come in addition to two carillons totaling 114 bells - 57 in each tower. Made in Antwerp in the 18th century, they are also the largest of their kind worldwide. The Rocaille Library must be seen. On the eastern wing of the Convent of Mafra, the library is housed in an 83-meter main room, the longest in the complex. It is by far the most important monastic-royal library of the 18th century in Portugal. The Monks from the Convent of Arrabida organized the some 40,000 18th and 19th century volumes into a system that has survived to this day. They drew up a catalog featuring the titles of all books acquired through 1819. This valuable collection includes, 16th, 17th and 18th century books, many of them highly rare, such as the 22 foreign incunabula and 41 maps.
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- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Free Wifi Internet
- Tickets / Meals / Gratuities
- Any Private Expenses
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
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Free pickup from any hotel or accommodation in Lisbon. Please provide pickup adress This a custom-made tour so you may choose your starting time.
