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Three Palaces Tour, Queluz, Sintra, Mafra, from Lisbon

New To The Site! Lisbon, Portugal

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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

See more attractions in less time in one day of travel
Avoid the hassle of renting a car or using public transportation.
Private tour, limited to eight people for an intimate experience.

Opportunity to meet three lush palaces that marked the history of the Portuguese monarchy in the centuries.  XVIII and XIX. Inspired by Versailles or the castles on the edge of the Rhine, and a royal palace inserted into a Franciscan convent.

Expect to be guided by someone who likes to feel the wind and really feel Nature. We are not fanatical about history or geography, so don’t expect to be overloaded with heaps of historical facts or political information.

Tour with a local guide, guided tours inside the monuments are not included.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch
  • Tickets to museums and/or monuments
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

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The guide will wait for you in front of the hotel. Look for a white Fiat Taleto van.

What To Expect

Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz

Visit to the National Palace of Queluz, an 18th century palace, one of the last great Rococo buildings to be designed in Europe.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Park and National Palace of Pena

Standing on the top of the mountain of Sintra, surrounded by a wealth of green, the Palacio da Pena is one of the most important cultural icons of the Portuguese. It represents one of the main expressions of 19th-century architectural romanticism in the world, being the first palace of this style in Europe, on 7 July 2007 it was elected as one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal.Note that this monument has a system of slots for the purchase of tickets, we recommend their purchase in advance in order to ensure their entry and avoid queues. Most roads are one-way, so there may be some transit that condition the tour time. In some cases there may also be traffic restrictions, so the route may undergo last minute changes.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Centro Historico de Sintra (Pass By)

In the historic center of the romantic village of Sintra, Portugal, many buildings and vestiges of different periods and cultural movements remain. It encircles a comprehensive area of diverse heritage, including palaces, castles, farms and parks with different classifications.
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Palacio Nacional de Mafra

Also known as Convento de Mafra, it has more than 1200 hectares classified, this is the largest Portuguese national monument. Due to its magnificence, the monumental architectural complex of Mafra (palace, convent and basilica) bears witness to the opulence of the court of D. João V (1707-1750), the monarch who ordered it to be built, and the most important Portuguese Baroque monument.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Jardim do Cerco

Located between the majestic Palácio de Mafra and Tapada de Mafra, with a typically Baroque layout, Jardim do Cerco was created by D. João V in 1718. This fabulous garden consists of two distinct parts: the Botanical Garden, with an aesthetic concern, containing the lake, and the Wood, with a more scenic character. When visiting this magical space, in Jardim do Cerco, you enter an idyllic baroque universe, of kings and princes, with wonderful water games, among plane trees, cedars and holly: the perfect garden for the majestic work of the Mafra Palace.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Three Palaces Tour, Queluz, Sintra, Mafra, from Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Tickets to museums and/or monuments
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Guided tour inside monuments and buildings

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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