Sintra by Minibus: Pena Palace, Cascais & Atlantic Coast Wonders
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Lisboa
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Lunch is not included in the price of this tour
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Expect sustained walking on cobblestone streets, uneven terrain at Atlantic coast viewpoints, and some stairs at Pena Palace
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Spend a full day exploring five of Portugal's most beloved coastal and hilltop landmarks, all in one carefully paced itinerary that lets you skip the driving and parking stress.
From a central Lisbon meeting point, settle into an air-conditioned minibus and head west to the sun-drenched bay of Cascais, where free time invites a coffee at the marina or a stroll along the beach.
Continue along the rugged Guincho coastal road to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, where cliffs plunge into the Atlantic below. Pause at Azenhas do Mar, a whitewashed village perched above a natural ocean pool, then enjoy free time for lunch in Sintra's historic center.
The day ends on the su...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip minibus transport from Lisbon
Expert, English-speaking guide
Pena Palace exterior ticket and tour
Free time in Cascais and Sintra Center
Photo stops at Cabo da Roca and Azenhas do Mar
Hotel pick up/drop off
Guide tips
Interior ticket to Pena Palace
Meeting Points
Departure
Hard Rock Cafe Lisboa
Av. da Liberdade 2, 1250-144 Lisboa, Portugal. In front of the Hard Rock Cafe Lisboa. Please arrive 15 minutes early. The Hard Rock is easily accessible by taking the metro to Restauradores.
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Sintra by Minibus: Pena Palace, Cascais & Atlantic Coast Wonders
(1) Reviews
Lisboa
About
Spend a full day exploring five of Portugal's most beloved coastal and hilltop landmarks, all in one carefully paced itinerary that lets you skip the driving and parking stress.
From a central Lisbon meeting point, settle into an air-conditioned minibus and head west to the sun-drenched bay of Cascais, where free time invites a coffee at the marina or a stroll along the beach.
Continue along the rugged Guincho coastal road to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, where cliffs plunge into the Atlantic below. Pause at Azenhas do Mar, a whitewashed village perched above a natural ocean pool, then enjoy free time for lunch in Sintra's historic center.
The day ends on the su...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Round-trip minibus transport from Lisbon
Expert, English-speaking guide
Pena Palace exterior ticket and tour
Free time in Cascais and Sintra Center
Photo stops at Cabo da Roca and Azenhas do Mar
Hotel pick up/drop off
Guide tips
Interior ticket to Pena Palace
Meeting Points
Departure
Hard Rock Cafe Lisboa
Av. da Liberdade 2, 1250-144 Lisboa, Portugal. In front of the Hard Rock Cafe Lisboa. Please arrive 15 minutes early. The Hard Rock is easily accessible by taking the metro to Restauradores.
Your day begins at a central Lisbon meeting point in front of Hard Rock Cafe Lisboa on Av. da Liberdade. Look for your guide holding a sign, then settle into the air-conditioned minibus for the scenic drive west toward the Atlantic coast.
15 minutes
2
Cascais
Pull into the sun-drenched seaside village of Cascais and enjoy free time to stretch your legs along the bay. Grab a coffee or pastry at a marina café, or wander the sandy beaches of this former royal retreat.
30 minutes
3
Cabo da Roca
Continue along the rugged Guincho coastal road to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe. Free time at the lighthouse lets you photograph cliffs plunging into the Atlantic below and stand at the literal edge of the continent.
10 minutes
4
Azenhas do Mar
Travel deeper into Sintra-Cascais Natural Park to reach Azenhas do Mar, a whitewashed cliff-side village perched above a natural ocean pool. Take in the cliffside viewpoint where pastel houses cling to sheer rock above the Atlantic.
10 minutes
5
Sintra
Roll into Sintra Center for free time among cobblestone streets, pastel facades, and pastry shops. Find a local spot for lunch at your own expense, or ask your guide for recommendations on where to try the famous travesseiros pastry.
1 hour
6
Park and National Palace of Pena
Step onto the sun-soaked terraces of Pena Palace, a 19th-century palace painted in red and yellow with Moorish, Gothic, and Manueline influences. Stroll the forested gardens to hilltop lookouts framing the Moorish Castle and endless expanses of trees and water.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Lisbon
Cruise back to Lisbon after a full day of exploring, arriving at the same central meeting point on Av. da Liberdade. Ask your guide for dinner recommendations before heading off to enjoy your evening.
