From Lisbon: Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Private Tour

Marvel at Pena Palace, one of the most magnificent and recognisable tourist attractions of Portugal. The palace exemplifies the 19th century Romanticism style of architecture and stands atop a rocky peak, which is the second highest point in Sintra Hills. There will be travel time of approximately 45 minutes in going to Palace of Pena.

Quinta da Regaleira is"Cultural Landscape of Sintra" located near the historic centre of Sintra, Portugal. It is classified as a world heritage site by unisco along with the other palaces in the area such as the Quinta do Relógio, Pena Palace &Park , Monserrate and Seteais palaces, it is considered one of the principal tourist attractions of Sintra. Italian architect Luigi Manini was the architect of this Romantic Palace its consists of Chapel , and a luxurious park that features lakes, grottoes, wells, benches, fountains, and a vast array of exquisite constructions. The palace is also known as "The Palace of Monteiro the Millionaire", which is based on the nickname of its best known former owner, António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro. If your visiting Sintra for the first time , let me tell you In one day you wont be able to finish the Sintra because in Sintra there are lots of exciting and amazing places and Quinta Da Regaleria is one of them

If you go to Sintra, you can't miss a visit to the westernmost point of Continental Europe, Cabo da Roca. Located at latitude 38º 47´ North and longitude 9º 30´ West, Cabo da Roca is an important coordinate for those who sail along the coast, being the westernmost point of the continental European continent, a fact proven by the certificate that visitors take as remembrance. About 150 meters from the sea, here you can have a comprehensive view over the Serra de Sintra and the coast, which makes the visit worth it. Historical records point to the existence of a fort in Cabo da Roca in the 17th century. XVII which played an important role in guarding the entrance to Lisbon, forming a defensive line along the coast, especially during the Peninsular Wars. Currently there are only traces, apart from the lighthouse which continues to be an important point for navigation. There will be another 45 minutes travel time from Quinta da Regaleira to Estrada Cabo da Roca.

Part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, Praia do Guincho has a landscape of great beauty, in which the white sand dunes contrast with the foothills of the Serra de Sintra, which can be seen in the background. Because it is exposed to strong winds and has strong waves, this beach is very popular with bodyboarders and surfers. During the summer, due to the north that is felt here, Guincho is excellent for windsurfing, with national and international competitions taking place here. There are excellent restaurants specializing in fish and seafood nearby.

Located next to the sea and traditionally a fishing village, Cascais underwent important development in the 19th century. XIV, when it was a busy port of call for ships heading to Lisbon. However, it was from the 2nd half of the century onwards. In the 19th century, when sea bathing began to be popular, Cascais underwent a boost that transformed it into a very fashionable summer resort. The main driver of the transformation was the King of Portugal D. Luís I, who in 1870 converted the citadel fortress into the summer residence of the Portuguese monarchy. This example was followed by the nobility who built mansions and beautiful villas here where they spent the hottest time of the year, completely transforming the old fishing village. Another more or less 45 minutes travel from Estrada Cabo da roca to Cascais.

A world-renowned resort, Estoril is a true cosmopolitan center with great nightlife and has all the necessary infrastructure for a great summer resort - beaches, excellent hotels, golf courses, a Casino and even a race track. It was at the beginning of the century. XX, when the planned transformation of this town began, due not only to the proximity of the sea, which was beginning to be a center of attraction, but also to the existence of thermal springs, which were then very fashionable. The center of this new luxury resort was the Park and Casino (Estoril's landmark), surrounded by arcade buildings and excellent hotels. Previously, Estoril was known for the various forts on the coastline that ensured the defense of one of the possible entrances to Lisbon and for the Recolhimento built by the Mendicant Order of Franciscan Friars in the 17th century. XVI transformed into the College of Salesians. There will be an approximate travel time of 45 minutes from Estoril to Torre de Belem.

he Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of Lisbon’s most striking monuments and the icon of a country historically moulded by its proximity to the ocean and its maritime discoveries of new worlds. Discoveries by Portuguese navigators transformed Lisbon into the world’s main trade hub in the 15th and 16th centuries. To protect the city, King João II conceived a pioneer project to defend Lisbon from enemy ships, a work completed in 1514 and which included the building of the Belém Tower, designed by architect Francisco de Arruda. The tower’s unique design includes a modern and heavily armed bastion, protruding over the river. King Manuel I clearly wished the Belém Tower to stand as a lasting symbol of his powerful reign by depicting the royal coat of arms, the armillary sphere and the cross of the Order of Christ.