Sintra Cascais and Estoril coast private tour

Visiting the Queluz national palace known as the Versailles of Portugal, we can admire three styles of architecture: Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical. There are splendid French gardens decorated with fountains designed by English artists, Italian sculptures and a magnificent canal (lake/pool) decorated with 18th-century tiles. It was in the 2nd half of the 18th century the official residence of kings of Portugal.

Sintra is without a doubt one of the most extraordinary places in Portugal. Its microclimate transforms this small town situated on the slopes of the mountain range “Serra de Sintra” next to the Atlantic, into a major attraction for visitors who go there to admire its famous castles and palaces or simply taste the traditional food, pastries and sweets. And let’s not forget the souvenir shops selling typical local items. We will stop in the historic center where you can taste the famous “travesseiros” and “queijadas” at the Piriquita Pastry Shop and explore the narrow cobbled streets of the most romantic town in Portugal. Time to visit one of these palaces: Sintra national palace, Pena palace , Quinta da Regaleira , palace of Monserrate (optional visit)

If you wish to take lunch time, your guide can recommend restaurants in or around Sintra.

Cape Roca is the westernmost point in continental Europe. We will stop for photos at this unique site.

A stop to photograph this magnificent rocky crater on the Atlantic shore.

This old Roman fishermen’s town became a glamorous beach resort in the 20th century. Cascais is a favorite among Lisboners who come here to enjoy the sun and the sea, the bars and restaurants. The town is also known internationally for its big nautical and aeronautical events (America’s Cup, Red Bull Air Race World Championship). Cascais attracts many tourists from all over the world, whether to visit or live. It is one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts in all of Europe. Free time to explore the town.

Estoril, is internationally known for its casino which inspired Ian Flemming to write “Casino Royal”, the first in a series of books about the character James Bond and that Hollywood made famous with movies starring Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Daniel Craig among others. A stop for photos. The trip back to Lisbon is made along the coast of Estoril with a fascinating and unforgettable views of the sea line.