Queluz Palace, Sintra & Seaside Vistas
Natural and Architectural Splendor Visit some of Portugal’s most picturesque and captivating cities south of Lisbon. Board your motor coach and set out with your guide through the scenic countryside to Queluz Palace. Built in the style of Versailles in the mid-1700s, it is one of the last magnificent rococo buildings designed in Europe. Once a country mansion built for Pedro III, son of King João V, its grounds today are adorned with spectacular gardens. Continue through the dense forests of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you arrive, you will catch glimpses of the old Royal Palace on the town’s highest peak, and the town’s signature surreal architecture. After a short walking tour through the charming town, enjoy a scenic coastal drive, passing Cascais, renowned for its early 20th-century manor houses, and the famed resort city of Estoril before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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