Private Tour to the Estoril Coast and Sintra UNESCO World Heritage Site

Private Tour to the Estoril Coast and Sintra UNESCO World Heritage Site

You will visit the World Heritage Site of Sintra where hundreds of years of history and culture await you. Doing a short walk in the old city center you'll find yourself surrounded by the old houses now converted into small quaint handicraft shops and traditional pastry shops. Driving around the mountain you will pass by amazing Royal Palaces, Chalets and Aristocratic residences in the most incredible combination of architectural styles, colors, and shapes that you will find in Portugal.

The return to Lisbon will follow a very special road named "Marginal" by the Portuguese running always parallel to the white sandy beaches and amazing 17th-century fortresses starting at the town of Estoril with its famous casino.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Park and National Palace of Pena, Estrada da Pena, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal

You will feel as if you were traveling back to the Portuguese Court of the 19th Century! You will start from the historical center of Sintra towards the mountain with its lush vegetation, amazing chalets and aristocratic estates of the 19th century, surrounded by a special microclimate, mostly known for its humidity, that helps create the romantic atmosphere that characterizes the village. At the top of the mountain is the magnificent Pena Palace, with the most incredible combination of architectural styles, colors, and shapes that you will find in Portugal.

Upon arrival, you will stroll through the rooms and halls that once belonged to the kings and queens escorted by their servants. If weather allows, you will go to the terrace, which will offer you the most amazing views of the surrounding forest and the sea, knowing that it was once possible to watch the departure of the caravels during the era of the Portuguese Discoveries.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Estoril, Estoril, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal

A former summer resort for Europe’s royal families, Estoril preserves the lively, relaxed and cosmopolitan atmosphere that made it famous.

This mood and its beauty were also reasons for it to have become a sanctuary during World War II for those seeking a quieter place to escape a Europe in turmoil. In the oldest hotels, you can still hear stories from those times.

It is the ideal place for family holidays. The promenade between Azarujinha beach and Nossa Senhora da Conceição beach, in Cascais, is perfect for a walk, feeling the sea breeze on your face, or for a bicycle ride. And you will always find it hard to resist a dive in the white, fine sandy beaches or in the Tamariz swimming pool. The sea is a permanent fixture. Whether for a late afternoon reading or dinner while watching the sunset, this is a place of choice.

The Grand Casino is still a point of attraction. You can not only try your luck in Europe’s largest casino but also enjoy a programme of events and exhibitions which makes it into major contributor to local entertainment, that later can be continued in one of the many local bars.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal

The town of Sintra and its natural surroundings is one of Portugal's landmarks, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site! This day will take you through hundreds of years of history and culture. As soon as you arrive at Sintra you’ll be dazzled by the mountain, its exuberant flora, and the very special microclimate. The high humidity provides an extraordinary Flora, which helps in creating the romantic and natural ambiance that so much characterizes Sintra. Driving around the mountain you will notice the amazing chalets and aristocratic residences, an incredible combination of architectural styles, colors and shapes. Allow the mystical ambiance to embrace you and discover the hidden secrets of Sintra.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Cascais, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal

Cascais began as a fishing village and was developed mainly when his Majesty the King Dom Carlos I of Portugal decided to use the Citadel of Cascais to build his summer residence, now transformed into a Pousada. King Dom Carlos was a great sailor, so he loved the sea and so, living in Cascais, was close to it every day. With him noble families also came to live in this picturesque village and, even today, it is a very aristocratic village.

Due to Portugal's neutrality during World War II, Cascais also had an important role as major safe area for political refugees. At that time, King Umberto II of Italy lived here in exile.

Naturally, the proximity to the Atlantic has always contributed to keeping alive. the fishing traditions and nautical sports, especially sailing. The conditions of the Cascais Marina, the calm sea, the climate, the beaches, and the heritage are more than enough reasons for it to be a place of choice for many seamen who spend their holidays here and for holding frequent regattas, either recreational or competitive.

At the northern end of the town, Boca do Inferno (Hell’s Mouth) is a very popular place to visit. It is a striking rock formation where you can observe the power of nature and the sea. Further along, you can see the São Jorge de Oitavos Fort and, some 10km away you can find the Guincho Beach, another area with an incredible seascape, known for offering fabulous fresh fish and seafood meals. It is one of the main surfing and windsurfing spots on the Portuguese coast, often featuring in world tournaments.