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By EasyEscape Tours

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is S$140 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Make the most of your time in Portugal with a carefully designed half-day tour featuring Sintra's most iconic landmarks, including Pena Palace and the world-famous Initiation Well at Quinta da Regaleira.

    Starting directly in Sintra, you'll spend your time exploring instead of sitting on a long coach ride from Lisbon.

    Designed for independent travellers, this small-group experience combines expert local guidance with a thoughtfully planned itinerary, including Pena Palace, Sintra's historic centre, and Quinta da Regaleira.

    With morning and afternoon departures available, it's the perfect way to discover the very best of Sintra while leaving time to explore Cascais, Lisbon, or simply relax for the rest of the day.

Activity location

  • Park and National Palace of Pena
    • Estrada da Pena
    • 2710-609, Sintra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Pérola Da Portela
    • 7 Largo Vasco da Gama
    • 2710-423, Sintra, Lisboa, Portugal

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Half-Day Sintra: Pena Palace, Quinta Regaleira & Town Centre

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30
Price details
S$93.60 x 1 AdultS$93.60
Paid at activityS$46.08
Total
Price is S$139.68

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    All required insurance
  • Inclusions
    Guided walk through Sintra's historic town centre
  • Inclusions
    Guided visit to Quinta da Regaleira
  • Inclusions
    Comfortable air-conditioned transport within Sintra
  • Inclusions
    Small-group tour with one language per departure
  • Inclusions
    Guided visit through the Pena Palace grounds, terraces, and gardens
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira
  • Exclusions
    Pena Palace Terraces(cash)
  • Exclusions
    Quinta da Regaleira(cash)
  • Exclusions
    Tickets reserved after booking. Please bring cash to pay your guide on the day.
  • Exclusions
    Transport to/from Sintra
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge (optional)

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour includes approximately 7–8 km (4.5–5 miles) of walking over cobblestone streets, uneven surfaces, stairs, and two uphill sections of around 15 minutes each. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.
    • In the unlikely event that Pena or Regaleira close due to weather, safety, or other unforeseen circumstances, we'll visit alternative monuments to ensure a complete and enjoyable experience.
    • On 24, 25, and 31 December, and 1 January, Pena Palace and Regaleira are closed to visitors. Alternative itinerary will be offered on these dates.
    • This tour requires a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not met, we'll contact you to offer an alternative departure time or date.
    • Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price. We'll reserve your tickets after booking, and payment is made in cash (euros) to your guide on the day of the tour.
    • Please arrive at the meeting point 10–15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.
    • Please be aware that the meeting time may be different from the tour starting time. To avoid being late and missing the tour, please check the reminder sent directly to you before the tour, which will include the exact meeting time and location.

Activity itinerary

Park and National Palace of Pena

  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Step into the breathtaking world of Pena Palace and Park, Sintra’s most iconic and colourful landmark. Perched high above the hills, this UNESCO-listed masterpiece blends Romantic architecture, stunning terraces, and breathtaking panoramic views. During your guided visit, explore the magnificent terraces, the historic chapel, and a beautiful section of the surrounding park while discovering the vision of King Ferdinand II and the storey behind one of Portugal’s most extraordinary monuments. Your guide will bring the palace’s fascinating history to life, revealing the architectural details and symbolism that make this landmark so unique. The tour concludes here, allowing you to continue exploring the park at your own pace or return to Sintra’s historic centre whenever you're ready.

Centro Historico de Sintra

  • 30m
Enjoy a brief stop in Sintra's charming historic centre, with around 15 minutes of free time before continuing on a scenic 15-minute guided walk to Quinta da Regaleira. Since the tour ends at Quinta da Regaleira, you're free to return to the historic centre afterwards and spend as much time as you wish enjoying lunch, exploring the shops, or tasting Sintra's famous Travesseiros and Queijadas.

Quinta da Regaleira

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Uncover the Mysteries of Quinta da Regaleira – Sintra Join us on a fascinating tour of one of Portugal’s most enigmatic places! Explore enchanted gardens, hidden grottoes, and the famous Initiation Well, steeped in symbolism and magic. An unmissable journey through the romantic heart of Sintra, where history, art, and mysticism come together!

Location

Activity location

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    Park and National Palace of Pena
    • Estrada da Pena
    • 2710-609, Sintra, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Pérola Da Portela
    • 7 Largo Vasco da Gama
    • 2710-423, Sintra, Lisboa, Portugal

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