What to do in Lisbon? Take a Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais Small Group Tour from Lisbon, the stuff of fairy tales. The best day trips from Lisbon. On this private day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and Cascais, you’ll get a taste of Portugal’s pristine Atlantic coastline. Take photos from the cliffs of Cabo da Roca and outside opulent palaces as well as the hilltop Pena National Palace, as well as the medieval village of Sintra. You can also visit Cascais, a charming fishing village turned resort town.
Highlights
- Sintra, the glorious Garden of Eden
- Small group service
- Visits to Roca Cape and Cascais
- The best day trips from Lisbon
Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais Small Group Tour from Lisbon
Lisbon – Cascais – Cabo da Roca – Sintra – Quinta da Regaleira – Pena Palace – Lisbon
We begin with a drive along Marginal Avenue, a winding waterfront road with sweeping views of the Tagus River and the Atlantic. We follow the railway line westward, with views of white sandy beaches, fishing vessels, ancient fortresses, and old mansions. We’ll see the Casino Estoril, the largest in Europe, and believed to be the place where Ian Fleming (author of the James Bond series) developed the idea for Casino Royale. As we reach Cascais, take advantage of the allotted free time to explore the narrow alleys and see the traditional Portuguese white houses. Or relax at the beach while gazing out at the sea.
Then we continue to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. On our way, we will see one of the most famous beaches in the region: Guincho, very popular among surfers and other water sport addicts thanks to its strong winds and perfect waves.
After some free time to contemplate the landscapes, we will continue towards Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Before exploring the historic center, we will go to Quinta da Regaleira, one of the most romantic places on earth. A palace, lush gardens, lakes, grottoes, and enigmatic constructions across four hectares (admission not included).
After lunch (own expense), enjoy some free time exploring the village the National Palace, where the Portuguese royals of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries spent the summer months. Then we will go to Pena Palace at the top of the Serra de Sintra (admission not included). Much more than a castle, UNESCO-listed Pena is a unique expression of architectural Romanticism, something out of a fairy tale, situated approximately 500 meters above the sea, and blended from many styles: Gothic, neo-Manueline, neo-Islamic, and neo-Renaissance.
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Lisbon has dozens of hotels of various star ratings, together with other lodging solutions, such as guest houses, hostels, and Airbnb. Bellow are some top hotel recommendations from our website. For a general hotel search, check the form at the bottom of this page or our hotel booking page.
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The Lumiares Hotel and SPA
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PortoBay Liberdade
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Cheap flights and hotels discounts for Lisbon
The peak season for flights to Lisbon is January, March and December. The low season for purchasing tickets is June, July and August.
Lisbon is served by Lisbon Portela Airport. Direct flights to Lisbon are offered by 52 airlines. Most flights are with TAP Portugal. Direct flights from Lisbon, United States are airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Canada, TAP Portugal and KLM from New York, Miami, Washington, Boston and Philadelphia.
Lisbon and Portugal attractions and landmarks
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Last Updated on February 22, 2022 by Tours Editor @ gotravelyourself.com
