Cycle the tranquil roads of Portugal’s historic Sintra Natural Park and see fairytale palaces, extravagant villas, and hill top castles on a full-day tour. Bike the rugged Atlantic coast and explore the UNESCO town of Sintra and the magnificent Cape Roca.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 day
- Starting time 9:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, Italian
Experience
Highlights
- Cycle the scenic roads of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
- Ride at a leisurely pace through the mountains of the Serra de Sintra
- Explore the fairytale village and surrounding countryside, dotted with magical castles and palaces
- Go to the westernmost point in Europe and look out across a wild Atlantic Ocean
- Enjoy an optional stop for a light lunch or snack at a restaurant
- Rent perfect condition hybrid bikes
Full description
Explore the superb UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sintra by bike, and discover palaces, fairytale castles, romantic gardens, and a wild Atlantic coast. Known to the ancient world as Lunae Mons (Mountains of the Moon), and a legendary retreat of Diana the Huntress, it is a paradise landscape for cycling.
In the company of a local guide, you will take a scenic ride along the tranquil roads of Sintra Natural Park. The most popular route is a leisurely 25 miles (40 kilometers) long, traveling from the mountain, to Sintra village, and on to the sea.
Sintra’s mystical hills are dotted with extravagant villas that have bewitched visitors for centuries. See magical palaces and castles as you cycle to the westernmost point in Europe.
Cycle the Serra de Sintra from Sintra town to Cabo da Roca. Reach its highest point at 1,740 feet (530 meters) above sea level, and reward yourself with superb views of the wild Atlantic Ocean.
Includes
- Guided cycling tour
- Liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- Cost of light lunch or snack at restaurant
- Hotel transfers from Lisbon, Cascais, and Sintra (extra cost)
- Bike rental (hybrid bikes), €25 per bike
- E-Bike rental (electric hybrid bikes), €40 per bike
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Malveira da Serra
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
Know before you go
- This cycle can be adapted to accommodate most fitness levels
- Please book at least 3 days in advance
- Please provide your full name and birth date for insurance purposes at the time of booking
- Acceptance of the reservation is dependent on availability
