Things to do in Penedo

Meet your guide in the heart of Lisbon and head to Sintra. Start your exploration in the historic center of Sintra. Discover its medieval labyrinth-like streets and hear about what makes Sintra special. Then, explore the Palace of Quinta da Regaleira and get lost in its 4 hectares of mysticism and romantic architecture and gardens. Enjoy a tour inside with your guide followed by free time to explore. Next, drive through picturesque coastal towns like Colares, Penedo, and Almoçageme to reach the open Atlantic coastline. Enjoy a great oceanfront lunch before exploring its breathtaking cliff views and Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, aka end of the world. Spend the afternoon exploring Sintra's crown jewel, the Pena Palace, perched on the top of a hill in the Sintra Mountains. Follow your guide around the Romanticist castle estate, before returning to Lisbon.

Embark on a 8-hour electric bike tour with 4 different modes of assistance, making climbing the Sintra mountain a lot easier, even for those used to a sedentary lifestyle. The tour begins with a briefing on how the bikes work. Then, head to Rossio station to catch the train for Sintra. During the train trip, you’ll have time to let your guide know if you’d like to visit some of the palaces along the way or if you just want to cycle. When you arrive in Sintra, you can visit the National Palace if you like. Most of your cycling tour takes place within the natural park of Sintra-Cascais. You’ll have the option of visiting Quinta da Regaleira, built between 1904 and 1910, a place renowned for its symbolism, magic, and mystery. Shortly after you’ll pass by Seteais, a former 18th-century palace that is now a 5-star hotel.   Continue your trip along roads flanked by majestic groves until you reach the entrance of Monserrate Park and Palace, one of the most beautiful creations in the Portuguese Romanticism style. Arrive at Colares, a place that’s well known for its vineyards. Continue on to Penedo village, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from the atrium of the church, before cycling on to Urgueira village. Take a break for lunch in Azóia village, where you’ll find a great variety of restaurants. With renewed energy, continue your tour through an ancient forest and make your way up to the Peninha Sanctuary, located 488 meters above sea level. From here, you’ll have a panoramic view of the Espichel Cape and Arrábida, to the south, Carvoeiro Cape and Berlengas, to the north, and the entire Sintra mountain to the northeast. Returning to the center of Sintra, you’ll cycle downhill and have one last look at Pena Palace, an important monument of the Portuguese Romanticism movement. You’ll be traveling with an informative and helpful guide, as passionate about beloved Sintra as about cycling. Alternatively, go down to Guincho wild beach – with its never-ending dunes and typical winds that are so treasured by windsurfing lovers – until you reach the bicycle path to Cascais. Return to Lisbon through the beautiful town of Cascais by train where you will have one of the most amazing views over the Portuguese coast.

Experience the magic of Sintra in a single day with our expertly curated itinerary, designed to showcase the essence of this enchanting destination. As locals, we offer insider knowledge, ensuring you discover the true heart of Sintra beyond its renowned attractions. From its captivating palaces to its rich history our journey promises an immersive and unforgettable experience. Embark on a seamless adventure, starting with a pickup in Lisbon and a scenic drive to Sintra, followed by a return journey to the city. Delve into Sintra's history while exploring the mystical grounds of Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira and Monserrate Palace. Indulge in a delicious lunch at a local eatery. Join us for a day of discovery and wonder in Sintra.

Meet the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park and it's Atlantic Coast, West of Lisbon. Starting by the Unesco Cultural landscape of Sintra, a surface of 8 by 4 kms long, seeing it's main monuments (Pena, Regaleira, Monserrate) and passing through the Mountain heading to the Atlantic Coast on board of a 4x4 classic cabrio car. Learn about the natural characteristics and mystifications of this magical piece of land, that made it attractive to a special human invenstment. The richness of Sintra's county is such, that in an area relatively close by, we can get to landscape elements like: roman ruins, dinossaur trails, vineyards, orchards, geological sites, waterfalls, beaches, picturesque villages, wine cellars... This tour can be taylor made, adapted to suit the will of each particular family or group of visitors ;) Stoping at two touristic attraction sites like "Azenhas do Mar", and "Cabo da Roca" is of course a guaranteed must, but on the way, a true knowledgeable and experienced local guide will add the bonus elements into creating an unique touristic visitation experience. Heading to Cascais, we shall pass on some of the most beautiful roads of Portugal, used for TV productions and advertisement, yet still recognizing sites like the "Cresmina Dune", "Boca do Inferno", "Forte de São Jorge de Oitavos" or "Campo de Lapiás" on the way. The end of the tour will be optionable, either with the end point on a train station to return to Lisbon, or with the return to center Lisbon included.

Experience the magic of Sintra in a single day with our expertly curated itinerary, designed to showcase the essence of this enchanting destination. As locals, we offer insider knowledge, ensuring you discover the true heart of Sintra beyond its renowned attractions. From its captivating palaces to its rich history our journey promises an immersive and unforgettable experience. Embark on a seamless adventure, starting with a pickup in Lisbon and a scenic drive to Sintra, followed by a return journey to the city. Delve into Sintra's history while exploring the mystical grounds of Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira and Monserrate Palace. Indulge in a delicious lunch at a local eatery. Join us for a day of discovery and wonder in Sintra.

Welcome to the Moon Hill. In this sightseeing tour you are going to discover one of the most romantic villages in Europe. The town is intertwined with Portugal’s History and each Palace or Castle has their significant and unique history behind. Our Tours are trips accompanied by a private Guide who, aboard of the Piaggio Ape Calesino 200 model, the famous Tuk Tuk. Come and enjoy the best views of the monuments and beaches in a panoramic vehicle. You are going to be picked up in our meeting point with a very easy access, near the train station of Sintra. Up next you are going to be driven around the town, with the first stop at the Sabuga’s fountain, the water source built during the 18th century. On the following you are going to see the National Palace of Sintra, the former residence of Royalty in Portugal and one the oldest palaces in the country. Next stop you will see a former Hollywood production scenery, the Biester Palace, residence of an aristocratic family which enchanted Roman Polanski and Johnny Deep during the Ninth Gate footage. As you watch the beauty of the exotic vegetation, you are going to be driven to a viewpoint where we see the Moorish Castle, the medieval fortress built a thousand years ago. One of the most expected parts of the tour, you are going to see the Pena Palace, the most remarkable construction of romanticism in Europe, you are going to learn about it’s history as well appreciating the best view from outside as possible. After that, you will past through the forest of Sintra with wild scenary and planty of diversity, we'll also stop to see one highest views of the region before we reach Penedo's village, a little village that still preserves its setting, tipical settlement from the early 20th century. Up next we are going to see the most wild, well preserved and beatiful beaches in our region, starting with the Apple beach, historical location with an amazing view to the atlantic ocean. Near to that you are going to enjoy Azenhas do Mar, a scenary that looks like a canva, a former fisherman's village and now the one must-see landscapes of Portugal. To finish the tour we can drive you to the monument that you want to visit inside, to the historic center or train station Entry fees of the monuments are not included.

In a quiet environment a few minutes from the capital, explore a great selection of the best villages near Sintra. The fact that these villages continue to have unusual life habits, they recreate the way of life of Portugal's ancestors, preserved through smells, colors, and traditions. Visit the charming Azenhas do Mar, a village that has become one of the most famous Portuguese tourist spots. Discover the village of Penedo, perched high on a hillside still home to traditional houses. Walk along its steep and winding streets and alleys. It is a treasure of the traditional architecture of the saloia region. Visit secret villages where you will feel like you are in an open-air museum, where the way of life of Portugal's ancestors is preserved. Travel back in time in the village of José Franco. Get to know a local man's dream that recreated a village of ethnographic character, a testimony to the way of life of the ancient local people.

with different options for: Meet up at "Portela de Sintra" CP-Train Station, or Pick up at Cascais, Mafra, Ericeira or Lisbon (weekends only) Start the day by acknowledging the Unesco Cultural Landscape of Sintra, a surface of 8 by 4 kms long, where amidst a boulder mountain near the Atlantic, human built patrimony molded a unique site with a Castle, Palaces, Chalets, Estates, Villas, Monasterys, Fountains, Gardens, Dams, Streams, Waterfalls, Chapels, Ruins.. Realize the characteristics and mystifications attached to this particular land, its chronologically different inhabitants and investments, understanding when, who and why, crafted this unique World Heritage site; Provided visual support of pictures, illustrations, maps and postcards, in the photo sights stops for each landmark, will give visitors the most complete free visiting experience possible while avoiding touristic pressure and traffic jams (still the guide is open to suggest and accompany guests to 1 or 2 visitable monuments, if thats their will); A knowledgeable, experienced and passionate local guide, will have no problems suggesting alternate free visitation sites, like house museums of late local artists (like a former novelist, sculpture artist or cartoonist/illustrator), or a XVII century estate property with a beautiful garden with sequoias on a river bank; Good ideas are always flowing, and the option to stop at a supermarket, share a bill on some fish/meat/salad/drinks to improvise a meal in one of the street public barbecue spots of the area, may provide a sense of belonging and bond true to the host Vs guest honors (still the classical typical local food good option of restaurant will be provided if prefered) On the afternoon, we will focus on the Atlantic Coast of Sintra, starting North, to South. Typical villages like Azenhas do Mar and Almoçageme will be conveniently passed by as well as a suggested mountain bike trail will be suggested of about 6-7 km long and without hills, to appreciate picturesque architecture, chapels, cliffs, beach, vinyards and orchards A stop at a beach for a drink or a swim will be presented as an option as well, before heading for a small hike on the westernmost point of Europe, "cabo da roca"; Some 4x4 trails will be presented as a navigational way through the coast to see some geologic formations, archeological sites, or even dinossaur trails. After cliffs, rocks, sky and water gazing we will be heading to Cascais and Estoril, the "sun coast"; There, the appreciation of the old citadel, the park Marechal Carmona, the boat bay, the beach of Tamariz, Casino Estoril, or the luxurious Hotel Palácio, can present us with a little bit more of Culture and History, as well as hiking and MTB cycling may be optimal ways to wonder through the Guincho Beach, the Cresmina Dune or the infamous Boca do Inferno.. What a day! Babauypa! Memories Fulfilment, and the Day Tour that Sintra & Cascais deserve!

Starting with a visit to the iconic Pena Palace, one of the most beautiful and vibrant palaces in Portugal, you'll immerse yourself in the fairy-tale atmosphere of this 19th-century Romantic masterpiece. From there, you'll glide effortlessly through the lush Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, enjoying panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and rugged coastline. Your guide will share captivating stories of Sintra's past, from royal secrets to legends hidden in its forested hills. The tour continues to the mystical Quinta da Regaleira, famous for its hidden tunnels and symbolic architecture, including the famous Initiation Well. The Tuk-Tuk also navigates the narrow, cobblestone streets of Sintra’s charming old town, where you can admire traditional Portuguese architecture, cozy cafés, and local shops. Whether you’re seeking culture, history, or breathtaking nature, this Tuk-Tuk tour of Sintra offers an unforgettable experience that’s perfect for couples, families, and small groups alike. Whether you’re seeking culture, history, or breathtaking nature, this Tuk Tuk tour of Sintra offers an unforgettable experience that’s perfect for couples, families, and small groups alike. Duration: 2 hours Highlights: Fountain of Sabuga, National Palace of Sintra, Chalet Biester, Valley of the Lakes, Moorish Castle, the Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Seteais Palace, Monserrate Palace, Cabo da Roca. 3-4 Hours tour includes extra locations such as Penedo, Azenhas do Mar, Praia da Adraga and Adega de Colares. Inclusions: Expert local guide, Tuk-Tuk transportation, hotel pick-up (optional) Exclusions: Entry fees to palaces and monuments Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German; Book your Tuk-Tuk tour today and let the magic of Sintra unfold before your eyes!