Private Tuk Tuk Tour Sintra and Cascais Full Day

We passed by the place. The National Palace of Sintra, also known as Palácio da Vila, was one of the palaces used by the Portuguese Royal Family practically until the end of the Monarchy, in 1910. With urban implantation, its construction began in the 15th century, with traces of an unknown author. It features features of medieval, Gothic, Manueline, Renaissance and Romantic architecture. It is considered an example of organic architecture, of a set of apparently separate bodies, but which are part of an articulated whole, through patios, stairs, corridors and galleries. It has the largest set of Mudejar tiles in the country. It is dominated by two large twin chimneys that crown the kitchen and constitute the "ex-libris" of Sintra.

Passage through the site. Casa Biester is located at the beginning of the Serra de Sintra, from where you can enjoy one of the most wonderful views of Sintra. This building was the scene of the movie "The Ninth Door" with Jonny Depp.

Free gardens, can walk for about 30 minutes. It's optional. Admire the beauty of Castelo dos Mouros. Castelo dos Mouros is a ruined castle nestled among the lush forests of the Serra de Sintra, a privileged spot to admire the view that stretches from Sintra to the sea. Winding along two peaks of the Serra de Sintra, the Castle dates back to the beginnings of the peninsular occupation by the Moors, in the 8th century.

You can choose to visit or not. You can purchase tickets for gardens or gardens and palace. It represents one of the best expressions of 19th century Romanticism in the world. Rising on a steep rock, it is the second highest point in the Serra de Sintra. On July 7, 2007, it was chosen as one of the seven wonders of Portugal, being, in fact, the first romantic palace in Europe, built about 30 years before the charismatic Schloss Neuschwanstein, in Bavaria. From the Palace, visitors can see a mantle of trees covering more than 200 hectares. This park has beautiful paths and walks, with numerous garden constructions existing there. There are bridges and caves, garden benches, pergolas and fountains. Greenhouses and nurseries with camellias, rhododendrons and roses of unusual and very rare strains. The entire Parque da Pena is today considered the park in Europe, with the richest and most unusual set of tree species that no longer exist in many other countries and continents where they originate.

You can choose to visit or not. Also known as Palácio do Monteiro dos Milhões, a name associated with the nickname of its former owner, António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro. The palace is located on the slopes of the mountains and a short distance from the historic center of Sintra. Carvalho Monteiro, through the lines of the Italian architect Luigi Manini, transforms the 4-hectare farm into a palace surrounded by lush gardens, lakes, caves and enigmatic buildings, places that hide alchemical meanings, such as those evoked by Freemasonry, Templars and Rosicrucians. It models the space in mixed layouts, which evoke Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Manueline architecture. Quinta da Regaleira is a place to feel. It is not enough to tell him about the memory, the landscape, the mysteries. It is necessary to get to know it, contemplate the scenography of the gardens and buildings, admire the Palace, a true philosopher's mansion of alchemical inspiration, walk through the exotic park and feel its spirituality.

You can choose to visit. The exuberant romantic garden and the palace, built by Francis Cook, an English millionaire, are unique testimonies of the eclectic spirit of the 19th century. Among exotic trees, waterfalls and lakes, walk to discover a unique park. The gardens received species from all over the world and were organized by geographic areas. The lawn in front of the Palace allows for a well-deserved rest while discovering one of the richest botanical gardens in Portugal.

Stop to see the sights of this magical place. Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of mainland Portugal and continental Europe.

Stop to see the village of watermills. At the bottom of the small promontory on which the village of Azenhas do Mar is located, on the coast of Sintra, there is a small beach with rocks that retain water at low tide, forming a natural pool. The sea, the little beach and the houses, framed by majestic cliffs, constitute one of the most beautiful scenarios on the Portuguese coast.

Short stop to see the sights. Boca do Inferno is located on the Costa da Guia, west of the village of Cascais, in Portugal. The name "Boca do Inferno" attributed to this place is due to the morphological analogy and the tremendous and frightening impact of the waves that are felt there.

Located by the sea and traditionally a fishing village, Cascais underwent significant development in the 19th century. XIV, when it was a port of call of great movement for ships heading to Lisbon. Passing through Guincho, Cascais Marina and the historic center.