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Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos

Summary Description

Meet your guide at your central Lisbon hotel and head along the coast towards Sintra. Drive to the UNESCO-listed village of Sintra. Explore the city center on your own before reconvening with your guide.

Then listen to informative commentary about the history of the village and its beautiful palaces. Take guided tours of the stunning Pena Palace, with its fairytale-like architecture, as well as the Sintra National Palace, complete with Gothic, Manueline, and Mudéjar architectural styles, and the Franciscan Convento dos Capuchos.

Learn of the city's past royal residents before driving back to Lisbon.

Highlights
  • Visit landmarks such as Pena Palace, the National Palace, and a Franciscan convent
  • Enjoy informative commentary from your guide about the history of the area
  • Pickup from central Lisbon hotels and drop-off in the city center
Description

Explore the beautiful village of Sintra on this small-group tour from Lisbon. Visit the UNESCO-listed site with a group limited to just eight and stroll through the old royal stomping grounds. Marvel at the architecture of Pena Palace, explore the Convento dos Capuchos, and see the Gothic, Manueline, and Mudéjar styles that make up the Sintra National Palace.

Included / Excluded
  • Hotel pickup (or nearest location possible) only in certain areas of the city (center). It may be required to get to a standard pick-up point (i.e Cais do Sodré train station or Saldanha metro station)
  • Drop-off at 2 centrally located points: Restauradores square / Marquês de Pombal
  • Small-group tour (8 people max.)
  • Professional driver (separate from guide)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Guided tour inside all 3 monuments
  • Food (including meals) and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Entrance fees in monuments
  • Entry/Admission - Sintra National Palace
  • Entry/Admission - Convento dos Capuchos
  • Entry/Admission - Park and National Palace of Pena
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 9h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please contact the company at least 24 hours before the activity for exact pick-up location and time (normally between 08:00 AM to 08:45 AM).
Pick-up at your hotel (or nearest location possible) only in certain areas of the city (center). It may be required to get to a standard pick-up point (i.e Mercado da Ribeira or Saldanha areas). Parque das Nações area is not available for pick-up.
Please note that you may have to walk a short distance from your accommodation to be picked up.
Drop off (done in only two locations: Restauradores square or Marquês de Pombal).
Please be reminded that there may be more than one language spoken during the tour (max. two languages).
English, Spanish and Portuguese are available all year round. French, Italian, Russian and Romanian ONLY ON REQUEST (according to availability).
Please note that infants and children occupy a seat.
Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
Child rate applies only when accompanied by, at least, 1 paying adult.
Maximum of 8 persons per vehicle.
It's a good idea to wear tennis shoes or other appropriate footwear for the tour and bring along a bottle of water. In summer bring your sunscreen and in winter it gets very cold so make sure you bring a jacket.
A minimum of 2 people and maximum of 8 people per booking is required: there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Not wheelchair accessible.
In case of adverse weather conditions (e. g. heavy rain), the tour will not be canceled, unless there are warnings and alerts by official organisms.
We are not responsible for any traffic congestion in the city, resulting from cultural, sport and religious events, or even demonstrations / strikes, etc. However we will always offer alternatives to avoid these situations; one of them is to change the pick-up and drop-off locations. Unfortunately, this may be transmitted without prior notice.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
During the summer and especially on very hot days, the access to Pena Palace can be closed by local authorities due to the risk of wildfire. This information can only be released on the same day of the tour, so Cooltours cannot be held responsible for these situations, which are beyond our control. We will do everything to comply with the program, but if not, we will have other alternatives such as Queluz National Palace.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

FAQ

What time does Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos start?

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Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos will start at 8:00 AM.

How much is Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos?

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Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos price starts from $143.83.

Which attractions will I visit with Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos?

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During this experience, places you will visit include:

What is the Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos cancellation policy?

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Lisbon to Sintra Small-Group Tour with Pena Palace and Convent of the Capuchos cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

The Cooltours - Lisbon

About operator:

The Cooltours is a small group tour company with one main purpose: to show a real Portugal to our fellow travelers in a genuine and passionate way. With our tours and circuits we offer unforgettable experiences and the unraveling of all the imaginary around the Portuguese Heritage, from palaces and castles to unique gastronomy, rivers, valleys and beaches, an endless number of natural parks and mountains, all with the same denominator: the beauty and charm that surrounds Portugal. Our core business is unique 9 seat van tours but we also organise any kind of cultural tours, outdoor activities and team building events for companies. We invite everyone to know and discover everything Portugal has to offer…

Basic Information
  • Duration: 9 hours
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