Sintra, Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira from Lisbon
Description
Benefit from a guided tour in Quinta Regaleira and Pena Palace. Fall in love with Sintra, a village full of magic, and mystery classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by a tour guide, visit Quinta da Regaleira and enjoy its lush gardens, lakes and enigmatic constructions, including the world-famous Initiation Well. Uncover the mysteries of each stop and learn about the Masons and the order of the Knights Templars. During lunch break in the town you will have free time to explore the historical, charming streets and typical pastry of Sintra. Step into a fairy tale at the Pena Palace and Park. Spot how it blends several architectural styles and take time to wander around the palace’s yards, gardens and lavish chambers. Stroll around the park with its astounding variety of plants and trees. Marvel at the palace's amazing views of the castle and the Atlantic Ocean, a perfect way to end the day before returning to Lisbon.
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Itinerary
Explore the Quinta da Regaleira, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Sintra’s most enchanting estates. Famous for its mystical architecture, lush gardens, and hidden symbolism, it offers a journey through history, art, and imagination. Stroll through the expansive gardens and discover secret tunnels, grottoes, fountains, and the iconic Initiation Well, a spiral staircase descending into the earth, symbolizing a path of transformation. Wander past ornate chapels, decorative towers, and romantic terraces, each filled with symbolic details reflecting alchemy, mythology, and esoteric traditions. Admire the palace façade with its elaborate windows, turrets, and intricate stonework. Your guide will share stories about the estate’s construction, the wealthy Carvalho Monteiro family, and the fascinating mysteries hidden throughout the property. Capture photos, immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere, and enjoy one of Portugal’s most captivating cultural landmarks.
Discover Sintra, a picturesque town nestled in the hills near Lisbon, famous for its romantic architecture, lush landscapes, and rich history. Wander through charming streets lined with pastel-colored houses, local shops, and traditional cafés. Admire historic landmarks from the exterior, including Quinta da Regaleira, the Palácio Nacional de Sintra, and quaint chapels scattered throughout the town. Take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, forests, and the distant Atlantic coastline. Learn from your guide about Sintra’s cultural heritage, its role as a retreat for Portuguese royalty, and the legends that permeate the town’s streets and gardens. Enjoy free time to explore, take photos, and experience the unique blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty that makes Sintra a UNESCO World Heritage destination.
Visit the Pena Palace, one of Portugal’s most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Perched atop Sintra’s hills, this 19th-century Romantic palace combines Gothic, Manueline, Moorish, and Renaissance architectural styles, creating a colorful and whimsical masterpiece. Admire the palace’s vibrant exterior, ornate towers, and intricate stonework. Walk through the surrounding Pena Park, exploring winding paths, exotic trees, hidden grottoes, and panoramic viewpoints offering breathtaking views of Sintra, the surrounding mountains, and the distant Atlantic Ocean. Learn from your guide about the palace’s history, its construction commissioned by King Ferdinand II, and its role as a summer residence for Portuguese royalty. Capture memorable photos, soak in the romantic atmosphere, and experience one of Portugal’s most enchanting cultural landmarks without missing a single detail.
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Pickup Locations & Times
For logistical reasons and due to traffic restrictions, a nearby alternative pick-up point may be assigned, always within a short walking distance from your accommodation.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour may be conducted by a multilingual guide, depending on group composition.
- A minimum of 3 participants is required for the tour to operate.
- Children over 1 and under 12 (or under 135 cm) must use a suitable child seat, by law. We do not provide baby seats for children under 1 year (rear-facing, up to 13 kg), customers must bring their own.
Reviews(1,071)
Had an amazing time and experience. I learned so much about Central the culture there in history highly recommended.
Can highly recommend Joāo (John in English) who was our Sintra guide via GetYourGuide company). He's a fountain of knowledge regarding this area & other worldwide connects to its history etc. He's also a great guy, considerate and caring for his charges. And as our chauffeur, he negotiated all the tight difficult roads very competently and with care. It was a pleasure to spend the day with him, and am in awe of his ability to know so much about everything and be able to share it in such an enjoyable & accessible way 🫶
Vasco was a great source of knowledge of the area. Amazingly beautiful. Our family enjoyed the experience. Thank you
Overall, the trip was very good. Appreciated that we could add the admission tickets in advance (e.g., don't select no-tickets option unless you have them). This is critical to do so, as the line on site to get them was very long. Also, in Lisbon fashion, there is ALOT of hilly walking. We would have appreciated water being available, as the line to buy water at the Castle was very long. Despite these items, the trip was very good and our guide Lorenzo was first rate--extremely knowledgeable and polite!
We used Easy Escape Tours to fona small group tour of Pens Palace Amazing from beginning to end! The tour guide Bart made it so fun & informative! Bring water & good climbing shoes!
The tour is really beautiful; everything is well explained and interesting! The guide is truly kind and attentive to the group. This made our experience unforgettable!
Nous sommes ravis que la visite vous ait plu et que l'attention de notre guide ait rendu votre expérience inoubliable .En espérant vous revoir bientôt à Lisbonne
I chose this one as it didn’t try sound as rushed, trying to also fit in Cascais and I’m glad I did. It was still a very long tour. I enjoyed each stop and our guide Marta was friendly and knowledgeable. However, there was some disorganization that slowed things down a bit. Not giving specifics about what to look for at the meet up point - you’re told to meet by the statue in the park. When I arrived, I sent a message saying I didn’t see a sign or bus with the tour name and the response I received was that check in started at 9:50. Well that’s only 10 minutes before the tour if I wasn’t for sure in the right spot and it would have been nice to find a restroom first after journeying to get there. Several of us were waiting in the shade of the statue and from there could not see the flag for the check in across the street on the other side of the bus. Glad I walked across the street to check because at no point could you see them from the statue. Once on the tour, Marta was constantly having to count participants but did not seem to have a way of knowing who was missing or connecting with them. Meanwhile I did a simple food tour later in the week where our guide messaged us through WhatsApp easily giving instructions and tips. A tad more organization on the Sintra tour like this may have kept us on schedule a little better. Overall it was a great tour of 2 sites plus the town and I would recommend them to others.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the pace of the tour, the stops, and Marta's knowledge.We apologize for the confusion at the meeting point and the check-in delays. Your suggestions about clearer arrival instructions and using tools like WhatsApp for better group coordination are excellent. We will share this directly with our management team to improve our organization and communication.Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you again under even smoother circumstances.
This is a tour that one shouldnt miss. Sintra, the two places are magical. It would have been difficult to tour these places without being in a tour group. I am so glad i booked this tour. Additionally Magdalena (sorry if i spelt your name incorrectly) and Fernando of Boost Tours were fabulous. Magdalena was a very experienced tour guide by demonstrating her knowledge of history and culture. Thank you very much. I truly enjoyed this tour with you. Much appreciated.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!We are so pleased to hear that you had a great experience in Sintra .We will be sure to pass your kind words along to Madalena and Fernando .We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future
Very physical tour. Steep uphill climbs. And a first stop it was close to a mile uphill. At our second stop, there was a half mile incline. In addition at the second stop, there will wind the uphill paths without handrails. This is not a tour for those who are not truly physically able to do it. They should’ve been noted in the . It wasn’t. Our tour guide was brand new and was not native to Portugal and as such, we had difficulty and understanding her at times. We did have a mentor Leonora, who was very kind and knowledgeable. She had the patience to work with us to get up the hills and be successful in our journey. Our driver unfortunately, in backing out, hit one of our people in the tour. Thankfully, he was fine. Finally, after the tour is over, they dropped us off in an area where there was no taxi cabs, and no real guidance as to where to find them. Have we not met a young man who called the cab company we would’ve been lost. Poorly executed.
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the safety issues and the level of difficulty you experienced.While our tour description does state that the itinerary involves significant walking up and downhill perhaps is not enough .We are addressing the driver incident directly to ensure strict vehicle safety protocols. Although the drop-off location is fixed, our guides will provide clear guidance on how to find nearby taxis easily.We are glad Leonora’s patience helped you succeed, and we will pass your praise to her.
Fantastic day , loved it , great amount of time at each stop . Amazing views, beautiful palaces and gardens. Very interesting . A bit of uphill walking , but so worth it .
