Sintra with Pena Palace and Winery Experience from Lisbon
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What you'll do
Be amazed by the Pena Palace and visit a traditional wine cellar in Torres Vedras for a tasting of 4 wines. Discover the best of Portugal's wine-making and history in this premium tour from Lisbon. DURATION 6.5 hours ABOUT Meet your guide in Lisboa city center and travel to romantic Sintra in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. You will see the Pena Palace, one of the best expressions of 19th century Romanticism in Europe. Enter its gardens accompanied by your guide and appreciate the exotic trees from all over the world, making this a magical and mysterious place. Immerse yourself by the Cultural Landscape of Sintra classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site before heading down to Torres Vedras to visit a Lisboa Wine Region. When arriving at a prestigious wine cellar you will meet a local guide and viticulturist that will tell you about the history of the place that goes from an ancient wine press until the modern days with a fully equipped new cellar. Continue the tour going to an ancient “Lagar'' (old wine press house) surrounded by picturesque houses and gardens, to travel back in time and understand the old Portuguese culture of the winemaking process. After this cultural experience, it's time for a wine tasting of 4 different wines made from the same grapes of the vineyards with tasting of local products. Let's raise our glasses for a toast to an exclusive experience! INCLUDES Transportation by van or minibus from/to Lisboa Guided tour of Pena Palace Guided Wine tour in the cellar 4 wine tastings with bites and tapas Visit to an old wine press house NOT INCLUDED Tips (optional) Food or beverages unless specified Hotel pick up or transfer WHAT TO BRING Comfortable clothing and shoes
Highlights
- Discover Sintra: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sintra, including the impressive Pena Palace
- Winery Experience: Find out more about wine-making in the region and join a guided tour of the cellar
- Wine Tasting: Sample delicious local wines paired with local gourmet products
- Small Group Tour: Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of a small group tour
- Transport To and From Sintra: Relax with convenient transport between Sintra and the centre of Lisbon
Itinerary
- 1Duration: Approximately 8 hours
- 2Start Time: 8 AM
- 3Group Size: 1-16 guests
- 4Meeting Point: Praça Marquês de Pombal, Lisbon
- 5Pena Palace: Arrive in Sintra and explore the magnificent Pena Palace, a 19th-century gem of Romantic architecture. Wander through the palace gardens, filled with exotic trees from around the world. You can also explore the village of Sintra, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- 6Lisboa Wine Region: Journey to Torres Vedras for an exclusive visit to the Lisboa Wine Region. Meet a local guide and viticulturist to learn about the historical legacy of wine-making in the region
- 7Wine Tasting: Indulge in a wine tasting session featuring 4 distinct wines produced nearby. Accompany your tasting with local delicacies carefully chosen to complement the wines
- 8Guided Cellar Tour: Explore a historic wine cellar, witnessing the ancient wine press house and uncovering winemaking secrets. You'll gain insights into the craftsmanship that goes into each bottle
- 9Travel to Lisbon: Relax at the end of the tour as you're transported back to the heart of the city
- 10End Time: Approximately 5 PM
What's Included
- Transport between Lisbon and Sintra
- Wine cellar visit
- Wine tasting session
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Lunch and additional food and drink
- Personal expenses
Meeting Points
Praça Marquês de Pombal nr. 8C 1269-133 Lisbon (Hotel Fénix)
Kindly reach the meeting point 10-15 minutes before your departure time
Notes
Important Information
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available
- Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users
- The tour will commence promptly. We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
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