Sintra, the mountain of the moon, is one of those places full of magic and mystery where nature and man combine in such a perfect symbiosis that UNESCO has classified it as a World Heritage Site.
This tour consists of a TukTuk trip in the classic "Piaggio Ape Calessino 200" we will stop at the best viewpoints and have the opportunity to contemplate the most enigmatic palaces and castles of Portugal.
The tour begins by always passing through the historic center of Sintra towards the mountain where you will have the opportunity to see the following monuments such as the National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Biester Palace, Castle of the Mouros and Palace of Pena.
We continue towards Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point in Europe or towards the Azenhas do Mar, considered the mini Santorini of Portugal.
"At the end of the tour we can end in a palace of your choice" with also recommendations, what to do in Sintra during your stay, including restaurants and places to relax and breathe Sintra.
Pickup included
Duration: 5 hours: The tour lasts an average DE 4 to 5 hours.<br/>Our vehicles:: The pick-up and drop-off will be done in a "SUV" car and the ride in Sintra NO classic tuk-tuk as in the description DA experience.<br/>Pick-up and drop off:: Choose this option if you want private transportation from your hotel, Airbnb or Local Accommodation.<br/>Pickup included
This tour begins at the meeting point, thus continuing to the mountain, where we will pass through the best viewpoints.
We will stop at a viewpoint from where we will have the view of the National Palace of Sintra, also known as the Royal Palace of Sintra, is one of the most important and well preserved medieval palaces in Portugal where you will have the explanation of its history.
Next we will stop at Quinta da Regaleira, one of the most mysterious and fascinating places of Sintra of the 19th century.
As we approach, the landscape transforms with dense vegetation and the winding paths lead us to this true fairy tale. The farmhouse, with its enchanted gardens, fountains and enigmatic architectural elements, is a maze of stories and symbolism that transports us into a world of mystery and beauty.
We will talk about the history of the monument, is to enjoy these fantastic views.
Next we will stop at the Biester Palace, built in the 19th century, the palace has a unique beauty, surrounded by beautiful gardens and an atmosphere of mystery and charm. The building is famous for its connection to the world of cinema, having been one of the locations of the film The Ninth Door (1999)
Next we will make a stop at the viewpoint for the Castle of the Moors Isolated there in the high, one of the peaks of the Sintra mountain, the Castle is a fortification of the eighth century, the time of the Muslim occupation of the Iberian Peninsula.
We will talk about the history of the monument, it is to take advantage of these panoramic views for some fantastic photographs.
DE following DA we will stop at a viewpoint with the view of the Palace of Pena a sacred jewel that crowns the Serra DE Sintra.
The colorful tones of the palace, the highest exponent of Romance in Portugal and eternal work DE D. Fernando II, King-Artist, open doors to the imagination DE all who arrive there. There we will talk about the history of the monument, it is DE take advantage of these panoramic views for some fantastic photographs.
The entrance NO palace and its gardens is optional. The visit does not include the Guide inside the palace. The Guide will take you to the entrance and wait POR you while visiting the Palace.
(In DE pick-up ticket + Peony Park option)
On the option "Meet the Guide in your hotel" and "Ticket DE pick-up + Pena Park" we will stop to get to know the famous Villa and have lunch at one of the local restaurants.
Arriving at the westernmost point of Europe presents us with a wonderful and dramatic road, where you can see the great expanse of the Atlantic Ocean.
At this location we will make a longer stop so you can enjoy and explore the views.
NOTE: In less favorable weather conditions, we always have the chance to visit the charming Azenhas do Mar, a small holiday village built on a cliff.
If you come DE train is just leave at the last terminal DE Sintra, walk down the street in the direction of the historic center (4 minutes walk). You will find alongside the bakery "Queija DA's da Sapa" the tuk tuks with our logo "West Route Tours"
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