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Sintra & Óbidos

This tour departs from Lisbon towards Sintra, considered by some to be the most romantic town in Portugal. In 1995, the historic center of Sintra and the surrounding mountains were classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can visit one of the many stunning palaces, admire the Moorish castle, and stroll through lush gardens and verdant landscapes. We also visit the historic center, which is small but very charming, and you can sample the typical sweets of this area: the Sintra cheese tarts and the "travesseiros" (a type of pastry), which are truly worth trying.

In the afternoon we'll go to another equally well-known village that's well worth a visit: Óbidos. Conquered by the first king of Portugal, Afonso Henriques, in 1148, this town has a remarkable architectural and artistic heritage, with a castle, several churches, charming alleyways, and many small shops selling handicrafts and the famous ginjinha – a typical liqueur of this area. Óbidos was donated to Queen Isabel as a wedding gift from King Dinis, becoming part of the estate's assets. House of Queens until 1834. Throughout the year there are a series of events that mark the life of this village, such as the Chocolate Festival or the Christmas Fair.

Duration, prices and booking

Duration: 9 hours, from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, including one hour for lunch. Private tour for groups of 2 to 6 people, with a guide in Portuguese or English.

  • 2 people: €200 in total.
  • 3 people: €300 in total.
  • 4 to 6 people: €330 in total.

The price per person varies depending on the group size: from €55 per person in a group of 6. Entrance fees to monuments and meals are not included.

Book online with a 25% deposit or pay in full. If you choose the deposit, the remaining 75% is paid on the day of the tour. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Read the full tour conditions.

Important: To visit Quinta da Regaleira / Pena Palace, tickets must be purchased online in advance around 10:30/11:00 AM. For the other palaces, tickets can be purchased on the spot. It is possible to visit two palaces by booking an extra 2 hours: price per hour €25.

Difficulty Level of the Palaces

It takes into account the traffic or distance from the monument, the number of steps, the total area that can be visited and the terrain profile.

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This tour takes place in Óbidos, about 90km from Lisbon, and in the Sintra mountains, in the greater Lisbon area. 

Óbidos is a very popular medieval village in central Portugal with monuments and a relaxed Relaxed. The historic center of Sintra attracts thousands of tourists and is full of historical interest with beautiful monuments. 

For those who appreciate architecture, history, and beautiful palaces, but also for those who value open spaces with stunning views of the Sintra and Óbidos mountains.

There are 6 palaces in Sintra, and each one takes an average of two hours to visit. Choose one or two at most (expect queues!). Wear comfortable shoes.

Depending on the palace you visit, the price range is low to medium.

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