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.
THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR – Includes Transportation and Private Guide.
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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 company and a fantastic guide – May 2019
Day tour of Sintra and Cascais
First get a wonderful company then get a fantastic guide, Magik Tours and Miguel filled the bill perfectly. My wife and I were picked up at our hotel, a little earlier than expected, but that was fine and turned out well. Miguel obviously knows his stuff. The Mercedes minibus was very clean and gave us a comfortable ride with easy views out. Miguel was informative, helpful and very entertaining. After Sintra we went round the village on foot and were taken to a Port tasting, very nice. Then lunch was arranged at a fish restaurant on the way to the coast. I can only say that my wife and I found the whole meal a sublime experience. We must thank Miguel again.
We then went to the farthest point west on the continental land mass. Very interesting, then on to Cascais, A very interesting coastal village forced fo grow and change it’s character, not totally, but change is visible.
After this we were driven back to our hotel. A really good day, do it if you can, you won’t regret it.
May 2019 on Tripadvisor
Wonderful company and a fantastic guide – May 2019
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
Denis C
USA – May 2019
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
Excellent tour of Lisbon – May 2017
I had about 5 hours to spend in Lisbon and Pedro of Sintra Magik Private Tours helped me make the most of my time! The best way to see the city is to have a half-day (or full-day if you have the time) private tour….And Pedro is an excellent tour guide since he can provide you with sparkling conversation as well as the facts and history of the city. Don’t waste your time with large-group tours and hire Sintra Magik for your private tour of Lisbon.
May 2017 on Tripadvisor
Excellent tour of Lisbon – May 2017
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
Debbie543
San Diego, California
Another excellent tour with Diogo! May 2017
Our first tour with Diogo was in September of 2015. He was the best guide ever and he still is! Nora and friends
Leonora S
May 2017 on Tripadvisor
Another excellent tour with Diogo! May 2017
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
Leonora S
Valley Cottage, USA
Extremely knowledgeable and informative – June 2019
First visit to Portugal
My wife and I took a 3 week cross Atlantic cruise, ending in Lisbon. We were picked up at the pier by Pedro and Diogo at 8:45a. They loaded our luggage, and we spent the next 9 hours touring Sintra castle, stopping in town for a 40 minute private Port wine tasting, then to a fishing village for the best meal of the trip, whole Sea Bass. Pedro seemed to be friends with everyone, called ahead to have them start the cooking, and treated us like long lost friends. Both guides were extremely knowledgeable and informative, and knew how to get in and out of crowds, especially given it was May Day. We cannot recommend Sintra Magik tours and our guides.
John W, USA
June 2019 on Tripadvisor
Extremely knowledgeable and informative – June 2019
Rated 5/5 based on 550 reviews
John W
USA – June 2019
Sintra and Mafra – Pena and Mafra National Palaces – Full-Day Private Tour (7h)
Rated 5/5 based on 200 reviews
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