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Enchanting Sintra: A Journey Through Fairytales

RINCÓN VÁSQUEZ JUAN PABLO

RINCÓN VÁSQUEZ JUAN PABLO

17 Dec 2023

Embark on a magical adventure through Sintra, Portugal, where castles and palaces come to life. Discover the breathtaking National Palace of Pena, wander through the ancient ruins of Castelo dos Mouros, and marvel at the opulence of Sintra National Palace. On day two, immerse yourself in the beauty of Park and Palace of Monserrate, explore the mystical Quinta da Regaleira, visit the fascinating Museu do Ar, uncover the history of Fábrica da Pólvora de Barcarena, and be captivated by the grandeur of Queluz National Palace.

Trip to Sintra

Day 1Unveiling the Fairy Tale Realm
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$37

National Palace of Pena
19th-century, Romanticist palace on a high rock & former monastery site, surrounded by parkland.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$18
16 - 23 min

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Castelo dos Mouros
Paths offering panoramic views encircle this cliff-top Moorish castle, built in the 10th century.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$9
23 - 34 min

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Sintra National Palace
11th century Moorish palace with notable tile collection plus ornate courtyards & rooms.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
Day 2Unraveling Secrets and Unveiling History
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$43

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$ 8

Park and Palace of Monserrate
Ornate 19th-century mansion with Moorish, Gothic & Indian influences, set in botanical gardens.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
30 - 36 min

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Quinta da Regaleira
Early 20th century-built palace & gardens with underground passages, a chapel & museum, plus events.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
37 - 45 min

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Museu do Ar
Founded in 1968 by the Portuguese Air Force, aviation museum housing restored planes & equipment.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
27 - 33 min

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Fábrica da Pólvora de Barcarena
1600s gunpowder factory & warehouses, now a museum set in parkland with open-air concerts & dining.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Queluz National Palace
Grand, 18th-century summer retreat & royal palace with ornate state rooms & gardens.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$11

Budget breakdown: $87 In total

Activities & Food:$79
Transport:$8