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Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Sintra Historic Centre
Sintra Historic Centre
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Sintra
Sintra
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Biester Palace
Biester Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Quinta da Regaleira
Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra Private Tour - Sintra National Palace
Sintra National Palace
Sintra Private Tour - Sintra National Palace
Sintra National Palace

Sintra's Walking Tour: Mystical Palaces

Art, Culture, & Historical
Sintra Tour Guide - Raquel R.

Joined 2023

Raquel R.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Experience the magic of Sintra on a private guided tour, exploring stunning palaces and their enchanting gardens. Choose between two of this three iconic sites:


Palácio Biester: A 19th-century gem with lush gardens, featured in The movie Ninth Gate.


Quinta da Regaleira: An architectural 19th century masterpiece rich in symbolism and hidden secrets.


Palácio Nacional de Sintra: The oldest royal residence in Portugal, steeped in over a thousand years of history

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

Entrance of Biester Palace

10:00 AM

Biester Palace

Interior Visit to this Palace: Built during the last decades of the 19th century, this monument is a masterpiece designed by the renowned Portuguese architect José Luiz Monteiro and decorated by the finest artists of the time. The richness of stylistic influences results in a set of great historical and artistic importance, perfectly integrated into the romantic spirit of the surrounding landscape. Palácio Biester is surrounded by the majestic Biester Park, a true Eden of rare and lush tree species.

10:50 AM

Quinta da Regaleira

Interior Visit to this Palace: One of the cradles of romantic architecture in Europe, Quinta da Regaleira is an example of the revivalist romantic style, incorporating Gothic, Manueline, medieval, classical, and Renaissance elements. Moreover, it is rich in esoteric symbolism, making it one of the most mysterious and mystical places in Sintra.

11:50 AM

Pisões Fountain

Pisões Fountain, with its striking yellow color and unique design, once provided water for farm animals. Despite the dry water source today, it remains an intriguing monument.

12:00 PM

Bust Carlos França

This bust honors Carlos França, a pioneering Portuguese doctor known for his work in meningitis treatment. Born in 1877, he led the Hygiene and Bacteriology department in France during World War I and lived in Colares until his death in 1926.

12:10 PM

Lawrence Hotel (exterior)

Lawrence’s Hotel, the Iberian Peninsula's oldest, welcomed luminaries like Lord Byron and Eça de Queiroz. Its 16 rooms, each named, not numbered, carry rich histories.

12:20 PM

Ferreira de Castro Museum (exterior)

Within this museum, rare editions, manuscripts, personal belongings, and original illustrations for his works can be admired, among other items intimately connected of Ferreira de Castro.

12:30 PM

St. Martin Church

From Romanesque origins in the 12th century, this structure underwent a Gothic makeover during King Dinis' reign in the 13th century. Margarida Fernandes' epitaph (1334) attests to this transformation. Despite facing damage in the 1755 earthquake, it emerged anew, showcasing its enchanting 18th-century character.

12:40 PM

Sintra National Palace

Exterior visit to this Palace: Unique for spanning the entire history of Portugal, this palace has Arabic origins and has been the residence of the Portuguese royal family since the 12th century. With a set of buildings constructed, added, and adapted over the centuries, the founding date of the oldest part of the palace remains an unresolved mystery to this day.

01:30 PM

Sintra Historical Centre

Bursting with life, this area is a vibrant tapestry of winding streets, adorned with charming craft shops and inviting bakeries. It's an absolute delight to explore on foot, where every step reveals the heartbeat of Sintra's captivating history.

Ending Point

Sintra Historical Centre

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

-Private tour Guide

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What‘s not included

-Gratuites

-Ticket for Biester Palace

-Ticket for Quinta da Regaleira

-Ticket for Sintra National Palace

Tour Important Information

- This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Cancellation Policy

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Sintra Tour Guide - Raquel R.

Joined 2023

Raquel R.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Raquel R.

Hello, my name is Raquel, and I am privileged to offer private walking tours in Portugal. I deeply value the opportunity to connect with people from different cultures and backgrounds, as it provides me with invaluable learning experiences. My passion for Portugal knows no bounds, and I genuinely enjoy sharing the wonders of my country with others.

Reviews

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Michael L.

5 / 5
Sep 11, 2024

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Fatima!!!!

We went with Marta and were incredibly lucky to have such a knowledgeable, lovely girl! She was a joy to be with and provided a tour that was life changing! She knew out of the way hidden places that we felt blessed to view.

Michael L.

Raquel R.

Thank you so much for your kind words!

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Tony B.

5 / 5
Jul 25, 2024

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Raquel was fantastic. Really appreciate her knowledge of Portugal history. She knows the country well and inqould highly recommend her

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Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the tour and found my knowledge helpful. Your recommendation means a lot to me!

J

Juan ernesto M.

5 / 5
Jul 16, 2024

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Fatima
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Excelente tour personalizado

Raquel nos brindó un excelente tour, adaptado a las necesidades de toda mi familia. Interactuó mucho con mis hijos de 7 y 10 años, y adaptó el recorrido para mis papás que tienen 80 años y alguna restricción de movilidad. Raquel es muy conocedora de la historia y nos pareció una tremenda experiencia para conocer la historia de la virgen de Fátima. Gracias Raquel!

Juan ernesto M.

Raquel R.

¡Muchas gracias por sus palabras! Fue un placer guiar a tu familia y asegurarme de que todos disfrutaran del tour. Me alegra saber que sus hijos y sus papás lo pasaron bien!

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