Luxury Sintra Tours
made for you
Fascinating Portuguese History
within the walls of palaces and noble residences
The Palacio da Pena
and more beautiful historical architecture
Stunning Countryside
of rolling hills and pine forests
Cabo da Roco
Portugal's most westerly point
Enjoy the cooling hills and rich history of Sintra
The Sintra municipality is one of the most picturesque and charming regions in Portugal, peppered with hilltop towns, pine forests, rolling hills and majestic historic architecture. Just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of Lisbon, the cooling hills have long been the preferred retreat for Portuguese nobility and the region is home to some of Portugal‘s most extravagant and palatial residencies. The Palacio da Pena is said to be not just one of Portugal’s, but Europe‘s most beautiful castles. The town of Sintra itself is well worth a visit with winding roads that lead to the impressive, sprawling, white washed Palacio Nacional de Sintra, which dates back to the mediaeval period. More palaces and villas can be found around the region, dotted throughout the region’s impressive natural beauty. There’s rugged forests that lead to a coastline that offers both dramatic cliffs and sandy beaches. At Portugal’s most western tip the Cabo da Roca lighthouse and lookout is sprayed by the Atlantic ocean and offers dramatic views from its cliff top vantage point.
Highlights
Visit Monserrate palace, inspired by Arabian architecture, and relax in the pretty gardens among the lake, trickling springs, fountains and grottoes
Head to the coastal fishing town of Cascais and soak up the bohemian atmosphere in the little cafes, frequented by local artists and writers
Witness the extraordinary link between landscape and palatial architecture at The National Palace of Queluz
Hanna Fischer
Travel Designer
Sintra is a beautiful region and so easy to get to from the capital Lisbon. A great destination for those interested in history and architecture but also for anyone who enjoys visiting picturesque towns, villages and getting off the beaten track in the beautiful countryside. For anyone in Lisbon, I highly recommend a few nights detour to explore charming Sintra.
Hanna Fischer
Travel Designer
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Porto
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Douro Valley
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When to visit
The best time to visit Portugal is from March to October, but you may want to schedule your visit either side of July and August. During these summer months, temperatures can be particularly searing and the beaches in the south overcrowded.
Beach Break
June - September
City Sightseeing
Year Round
Outdoor Activities
April = September
Plan your trip to Sintra
Whatever you want from your adventure in Sintra, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
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Why book with Jacada?
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