Sintra and Mafra Royal Palaces
Sintra – Pena National Palace
Mafra – National Palace and Convent
The Two Best Royal Palaces of Portugal in One day
Full-Day (7h approx) – With Private Tour Guide
Private Tour Price: 190EUR P.P. (Group Discounts Available from 15% to 30%)
This tour can start from Lisbon, Sintra or Cascais, including Airport
Questions? Please call our expert: 1-800-701-1456
Featured on Tripadvisor, Mashable, Lisbon Guide, and Lonelyplanet
“Amazing Private Tour” – “Outstanding Experience” – “Totally Recommended”
Booked 9 times last week
Highlights:
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icon-checkmark Sintra Unesco World Heritage
icon-checkmark Pena National Palace
icon-checkmark Mafra National Palace
icon-checkmark Fisherman Village of Ericeira (Optional)
icon-checkmark And Much More, with the assistance of our Private Guide
Only 30 min from Lisbon, this is the best tour to learn more about Sintra , as one of the most beautiful villages of Portugal, land of Kings and Queens, famous over the centuries of the Portuguese History. Named Unesco World Heritage in 1995, you will be presented to visit the beautiful landscape of Sintra, and also to visit Mafra, famous for it’s outstanding and unique Royal Palace.
You will have opportunity to visit the amazing Pena National Palace, former Royal Palace of the Portuguese Kings, considered in 2015 by EBD the Most Beautiful Castle in Europe, built on the ruins of an old 16th century monastery. A stop for Lunch will be done nearby the village (not included) or in Mafra (second stop).
Then, after the Pena National Palace, there will be a quick stop for lunch, followed by a guided visit to Mafra National Palace. Mafra National Palace is one of the biggest and impressive Palaces in the world, the biggest in Iberian Peninsula (Portugal and Spain), started building in 1717 by King John the fifth, is one of the major baroque architecture references in the world, with more than 1200 rooms and about 40.000 sqm! This vast complex is among the most sumptuous Baroque buildings in Portugal and one of the biggest buildings constructed in Europe in the 18th century, built with Brazilian Gold (As Brazil being an old colony from Portugal), 52.000 men were working daily to build this imponent palace. Also has a stunning library with more than 36.000 books, along with Rococo style. Unique in the world is also its pipe organs: more than 6 imponent organs still working after 300 years. The Palace records the oldest Carillon in Europe, and the biggest in the World, consists of 92 bells, weighing total 200 tons (440.000 Pounds!). It was conveniently located for hunting in the nearby forests and was usually a secondary residence for the royal family.
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Itinerary
This tour will combine both Sintra and Mafra in one single day, with optional stop at Ericeira fisherman village at the end. Although the itinerary can be adjusted during the day, this is the standard itinerary:
- Departure available from your hotel between 8h30AM and 8h45AM.
- Arrive at Sintra around 9h15m and head up the hill to the Pena National Palace, the most visited attraction in Portugal – considered in 2015 by EBD the most beautiful castle of Europe – Amazing views overlooking the Moorish Castle
- Visit inside Pena National Palace, former Royal Summer Residence of the Portuguese Kings (1h45m), with overlooking views towards the Moorish Castle and the countryside
- Head to Mafra, and stop for lunch (45min, lunch not included)
- Visit the Mafra National Palace and Convent (1h30m)
- After visiting Mafra, optional stop at the fisherman village of Ericeira.
- Return to your hotel for drop-off around 4PM/5PM
(during the day we will pass by different locations and stop for pictures)
* Importante Notice: Between April and September 2018, the visit to Pena National Palace may take longer than usual, specially if starting the tour later. On this case, the visit might be a self-guided visit of the exterior only, or even not possible if starting later due traffic restrictions in Unesco World Heritage Areas.
* Times on each stop may vary, depending on group pace and preferences, since all our tours are private.
* Admission fees and lunch/meals are not included.
* if you wish to visit inside all major attractions in Sintra, we recommend booking two days
Inclusions
icon-checkmark Private Transportation with A/C Vehicle
icon-checkmark English Speaking Tour Guide
icon-checkmark Internet Wi-Fi Onboard (subject to availability)
icon-checkmark Toll fees, Fuel and Parking costs
icon-checkmark Full Insurance mandatory by law
Exclusions
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icon-close Meals / Personal Expenses
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Pricing
Pricing:
- Private Tour REGULAR Price: 190EUR P.P
- Private Tour Promo Price: From 125 EUR P.P. to 99EUR P.P.
(available for large groups above 16 and 25 accordingly, please contact us)
Pick-up
- Pick-up and drop-off can be provided at any Lisbon Hotel, Sintra or Cascais, including also cruise ship terminal and Lisbon Airport. This can be added during your booking (35E)
- Pick-up time is scheduled for 8h30AM, although this can be changed per request
- Flexible start and end time for cruise ship passengers and airport pick-ups, please advise before booking.
Drop-off
- Pick-up and drop-off can be provided at any Lisbon Hotel, Sintra or Cascais, including also cruise ship terminal and Lisbon Airport. This can be added during your booking (35E)
- Drop-off is scheduled between around 5PM, although it can be changed if you need to get back earlier – please advise before booking.
Awards Received
Sintra Magik Private Tours has been awarded over the years for the top quality service offering their customers.
TOP RANKED Awarded Private Tours on Tripadvisor over 700 companies
Leading Tour Operators – Lisbon / Sintra / Fatima
Certificate of Excellence 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 by Tripadvisor
HALL OF FAME TripAdvisor – 5 Consecutive Years Best Awards
Private Tour Operator of The Year 2019 by the Luxury Travel Guide LTG Awards
Awarded Bespoke Tour Operator of the Year 2018 by the Luxury Travel Guide LTG
Awarded Bespoke Travel Company PORTUGAL 2019 by LUX Life
Fleet
We work with a recent fleet of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, that are operating everyday for your comfort. In case of need, we have other vehicles or different brands/models, including larger minibus and big bus as well (on request). Please note that we can never guarantee any vehicle brand, type or model for any tours.
Worry-Free Cancellation Policy
* We have a flexible worry-free cancellation policy for your comfort – BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE:
– We know plans can change and we accept changes to the original booking for another day, if we have availability, without any extra charge
– In case your trip needs to be canceled/postponed, the customer will be able to use the full amounts paid, as credit, that can be used for any future trip, within 3 years time, according to the following policy terms. No amounts will be lost, in case you need to reschedule/postpone/cancel your trip.
* Cancellation between 365 days and 48hours before tour date: 100% of amounts paid, will be available as a future credit, to be used within 3 years time with our company, for any tours.
* Cancellation less than 48hours before tour date: no refund
* No show: no restitution / payment in full
* Tickets for Events or Attractions are non-refundable
* Airport transfers, Limousine tours, or Helicopter Tours are non-refundable after booking.
* Hotel reservations are non-refundable, unless mentioned.
* Cruise ship tours are 100% refundable anytime if for any reason cruise ship doesn’t dock in Lisbon.
* In case you are unable to travel for medical reasons, anytime and any moment, even 48h before the tour date, 100% of amounts paid, will be available as future credit, to be used within 3 years time with our company, for any tours.
Additional Information
Duration: Full-day (Aprox 7h/8h)
(We accept less duration of the tours to fit your needs, adapting the itinerary accordingly – please let us know before/after booking)
Departure times:Daily at 8h30AM, unless specified
Flexible start and end time for cruise ship passengers and airport pick-ups.
Departure point:You can add pick-up location during booking process. Pick-up at your hotel in Lisbon / cruise ship terminal and also Lisbon airport is available on request (35EUR).
Price:
- Private Tour REGULAR Price: 190EUR P.P
- Private Tour Promo Price: From 125 EUR P.P. to 99EUR P.P.
(available for large groups above 16 and 25 accordingly, please contact us)
Notes:
* This is a private tour and prepared for Full-Day (around 7h/8h), although, if you have shorter time, we can fit it to your needs
* Most of our tours are done using minivans for your comfort (more leg room). For larger groups we have available larger buses/motor coaches. Vehicle type, size, brand or color can never be guaranteed on our regular tours.
* Price for one of two adults is the same: 395EUR Total.
* Pick-up and drop-off in Lisbon (Hotel, Airport, Cruise Terminal is 35EUR total / Pick-up and drop-off at other locations please inquire. When pick-up is not added, meeting point will be at Sintra Train Station
* We advise to book this tour at least 3 months in advance. For last minute bookings please call +351.30.880.4698
* Check in is recommended at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time
* Prices, times and itineraries are subject to change without prior notice
1-800-701-1456 Contact Number
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Our private guide will be your Ambassador/Host during the day. Gastronomy is a very important aspect of our culture and part of our heritage and DNA.
Your guide will provide several recommendations along the day, where to sample the best food, and the best places to have lunch, according to your preferences.
Lunch/Meals are not included, and paid directly on the day.
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Wonderful day to remember in Sintra! – November 2018
Wonderful day to remember in Sintra!
Review of: Private Tour: Sintra Day Trip from Lisbon
My friend and I did a private tour of Sintra with John. We had a really great experience – we appreciated the flexibility of a private tour and being able to see the specific sites we wanted to see. We were really grateful that we got to Pena Palace early before most other tourists arrived – it was great planning on their part and allowed us to maximize our experience there. One of my favorite parts was the off the beaten path stop at the convent, which was like nothing else I’ve experienced and was really peaceful. I enjoyed talking to the guide about Portuguese culture and getting in touch with the true Portuguese experience. We also ate at a great restaurant for lunch when we were there, and John knew the owners personally, so we felt very welcome. All in all a wonderful day and we were glad we did a private tour – Sintra was quite a magical place!
ajs192
Philadelphia – USA – November 2018
November 2018 on Tripadvisor
Wonderful day to remember in Sintra! – November 2018
Rated 5/5 based on 678 reviews
ajs192
Philadelphia – USA – November 2018
One of the most enjoyable vacations I have been on – May 2019
Gonzalo and Andy were wonderful and knowledgeable guides
My family and I had an amazing experience with Gonzalo and Andy in Lisbon, Sintra, and Pena Palace. I was extremely impressed with their knowledge of Portuguese history, and the subtleties I would have missed had we toured by ourselves. They have deep connections with the locals, which gave us the opportunity to experience things that would have been missed by typical tourists. Sintra Majik made Portugal one of the most enjoyable vacations I have been on; I’d highly recommend to those traveling in groups.
May 2019 on Tripadvisor
One of the most enjoyable vacations I have been on – May 2019
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
dmhulme1
New York, USA – May 2019
A Lifetime of Memories – December 2018
A Lifetime of Memories – December 2017
Our two days with Miguel were the highlights of our recent Iberian vacation. We were quickly won over by his charm and encyclopedic knowledge of the history, culture, and lore of Portugal. He tailored the tours to our own interests, and we can’t wait to come back: a special country and a special person.
Linda W
USA – December 2018
December 2018 on Tripadvisor
A Lifetime of Memories – December 2018
Rated 5/5 based on 678 reviews
Linda W
USA – December 2018
Incredible Tour Guide – May 2017
We booked a tour of Sintra, Pena Palace and the Golden Triangle through Sintra Magik. They were very accommodating of our scheduling needs. Diogo Costa was our private tour guide, and we found him to be awesome! He arrived at our hotel promptly at the scheduled time and had bottled water in his car for us through the day. He is a native of the Sintra area and intimately knowledgable of the entire area. Diogo has a very relaxed, congenial manner which made it easy and comfortable to spend the day with him. The pace of the trip was perfect and our guide was always considerate about having us see and do what we wanted. Diogo also arranged for us to have lunch at a wonderful place in Sintra. He called ahead so that the food would be ready and therefore optimize our sightseeing time. While he is Portuguese, his English language skills are impeccable. I would give Diogo Costa and Sintra Magik Tours my highest recommendation if you’re looking for a private tour.
May 2017 on Tripadvisor
Incredible Tour Guide – May 2017
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
m2s2wilson
Oregon, USA – May 2017
Diogo is the best guide – April 2019
Diogo is the best guide!
We had Diogo Vasco as our guide for three days and he was fantastic! He was so knowledgeable and fun….his English was flawless and he was able to explain things so well, enabling us to learn so much about all the sights we saw. He was also able to joke around with us so the trip was full of laughter. We have been fortunate enough to travel a lot and have had a lot of experience with tour guides…Diogo was by far the best tour guide we have ever had. Also, the communications beforehand with the company was excellent and very timely.
Ruth H – Oregon, USA
April 2019 on Tripadvisor
Diogo is the best guide – April 2019
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
Ruth H
Oregon, USA – April 2019
Sintra and Mafra – Pena and Mafra National Palaces – Full-Day Private Tour (7h)
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