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Lisbon day trip to Sintra..Does it also cover Pena Palace,or should we do that on our own?
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Lisbon day trip to Sintra..Does it also cover Pena Palace,or should we do that on our own?
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I answered this same question in your 23 Feb post titled 'Day in Lisbon' under the Spain and Portugal category.
I was curious since I’ve been to Lisbon several times but not sure we have been to Sintra. Found a Rick Steeves review that said it took him about three hours to get a thirty minute tour experience due to crowds. You might want to research and read some other reviews. Personally, I don’t stand in line very long to do anything. That’s one of the reasons I like small boats.
We didn't get to Sintra and regret we didn't give ourselves enough time before the cruise to do so. I believe Rick's advice is skip the palace and enjoy the grounds which doesn't involve the long line. Also other sights to see in Sintra make it worth the trip.
No lines when traveling with Tauck. The guides are quite adept at avoiding crowds. It also depends on the time of year. As I mentioned in my previous post the exterior of Pena Palace and the views are gorgeous. I found the interior of the National Palace to be exquisite. There are a few other palaces in Sintra, as well as mansions belonging to the wealthy.
If you take the Sintra option, you will go to the National Palace, not the Pena Palace.
As I mentioned in a previous post responding to TheRosenbergs same question, it depends on the tour. I have been to both palaces on two different Tauck tours. Regardless of which one, they are both worth it it my opinion.