Historical Sintra

2 Hours Guided Sightseeing Tour by Vintage Tuk/Buggy.
See the whimsical palaces and gardens of Sintra from a different perspective on a 2-hour guided tour by tuk tuk. Learn the history of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and hear why the town was chosen by the kings of Portugal as their favorite retreat.

 Description

Following pick-up from the train station in Sintra, explore the magical resort town by tuk tuk. Discover why UNESCO granted it World Heritage status first hand as you visit some of the fairytale palaces and gardens.

Marvel at the romantic architecture of buildings such as the emblematic Pena Palace and Seteais Palace. Hear how Ferdinand II turned a ruined monastery into a castle using a mix of Gothic, Egyptian, Moorish and Renaissance styles. Journey through some of the parks and gardens full of exotic trees and plants.

Explore how the artistic town became the blueprint for landscape architecture throughout Europe at sites such as the amazing Quinta da Regaleira.

 Highlights

  • See one of the finest examples of Romantic architecture at Pena Palace
  • Marvel at the aristocratic 18th-century Seteais Palace
  • Explore the magical gardens of the Quinta da Regaleira
  • Visit the former royal retreat of the National Palace of Sintra

 Whats included?

  • Private Tour

  • Pick-up from the train station

  • Transportation by tuk tuk

  • Driver/guide

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