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Discover Unknown Places: Hidden Heritage Tour
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19 Ratings
Queluz
Rather than follow the usual path, we’re eager to celebrate the thrill of exploring uncharted territories with our visitors.
Our aim is to showcase our nation’s charm and splendor through the congeniality, expertise, and professionalism of our guides. They narrate tales and unfold hidden gems of our legacy that are worthy of your notice.
Rather than follow the usual path, we’re eager to celebrate the thrill of exploring uncharted territories with our visitors.
Our aim is to showcase our nation’s charm and splendor through the congeniality, expertise, and professionalism of our guides. They narrate tales and unfold hidden gems of our legacy that are worthy of your notice.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz - The Royal Palace of Queluz, dating back to the 18th century, is among the last rococo palaces designed in Europe. Today, it serves the Portuguese government for state visits and ceremonial events.
- Aldeia Da Mata Pequena - This village, seemingly frozen in time, has recently gained popularity among the…
- Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz - The Royal Palace of Queluz, dating back to the 18th century, is among the last rococo palaces designed in Europe. Today, it serves the Portuguese government for state visits and ceremonial events.
- Aldeia Da Mata Pequena - This village, seemingly frozen in time, has recently gained popularity among the residents of Sintra and Mafra due to its aesthetic restoration. Structurally unchanged, it offers a glimpse into the rural life that characterized 80% of Portugal a century ago.
- Palacio Nacional de Mafra - Explore one of Portugal and Europe’s most remarkable libraries, renowned for its spaciousness and an impressive collection of approximately 36,000 volumes.
- Ericeira - Known as the Surf Mecca of Portugal, Ericeira is a delightful town with a rich fishing heritage and a vibrant future focused on sports and youth.
In Ericeira, a restaurant will be selected for lunch. The local eateries are celebrated for their fresh fish and seafood, offering a taste of traditional Portuguese cuisine.
- Forte do Zambujal - A visit here includes a historical overview and an explanation of the site’s unique features.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- All vehicle expenses
- Ticket to Queluz Palace
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Insurances and tourism legal license
- Ticket to the Convent of Mafra
- Private transportation
- All vehicle expenses
- Ticket to Queluz Palace
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Insurances and tourism legal license
- Ticket to the Convent of Mafra
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Location
Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz
Largo Palacio de Queluz
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(19 Ratings)
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Rob_4933
May 7, 2025
An amazing day away from the Crowds - For my second time in Portugal, visiting solo, it couldn't be better.
First time was in Lisbon for a week, where I also saw Sintra on my own, so this time I wanted to see other things besides the big and crowded destinations. Ended up finding this tour, which I absolutely loved.
The tour guide was very nice to me from the start until the end. We started by visiting Queluz Palace, which was very beautiful, especially because I got to hear the historical explanation, which helped me understand the place I was navigating through.
After it, we went to the HUGE Convent of Mafra. I couldn't imagine myself visiting it on my own without the tour guide next to me, I would surely get lost. Another splendid 10/10 stop for me.
Following Mafra, we had lunch at the coast in Ericeira, where I had the BEST seafood I've ever eaten in a restaurant that was suggested by my guide. I had a Sea Bass that was very good, but when I looked at the other people's plates, they looked just as good as mine.
The afternoon was way more relaxed, where we did mostly sightseeing.
Thank you Portugal Unknown Tours for giving me a wonderful experience, recommend 100%!!!
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H6628qeanal
Apr 10, 2025
100% recommended ! - What an incredible experience! This was not our first time in Lisbon, and in the past we had already visited Sintra, so we were looking for a different tour but close to Lisbon and Portugal Unknown Tours made the difference!
It was very pleasant, we visited the Queluz palace which is beautiful, its exuberance in architectural details is incredible! Our guide João took us inside and gave us all the historical context. From there we went to Mafra and the convent is huge! wow !!!
In the afternoon we went to Ericeira where we could relax a bit and get to know the area, it was a day very well spent and 100% recommended!
Thank you João and Portugal Unknown Tours for making this a wonderful day !
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Steven_y
Apr 8, 2025
the right choice - Jose is an incredibly professional guide, and we had a wonderful time. The highlight was definitely the charming little village and the seafood restaurant he took us to—it was absolutely delightful.
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Frank_f
Jan 30, 2025
Great tour, better guide. - Excellent tour, with interesting and diverse stops. If you’re lucky, you’ll get Jose as your guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. We ran into bad weather, so he adjusted our itinerary to accommodate the circumstances. He also was extremely informative about the Lisbon area, making great suggestions for things to do. As for Jose if you get a chance.
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N402zvjeanetteh
Jan 11, 2025
100% Recommended - Don't hesitate to book a private day tour with Portugal Unknown Tours. We booked the tour to see the Queluz Palace. the Palacio National de Mafra, and Ericeira. Our guide, Joao, was excellent. He made our day fun and interesting because he is so knowledgeable and personable. He led us through each palace pointing out the most interesting details and fun facts. When we stoped for lunch in Ericeria (the Surf Mecca), we asked him to join us because we were enjoying his company and hoped to rely on his recommendations of what to order. It ended up being one of our favorite meals in Portugal!
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Faraway22184289658
Dec 11, 2024
Unforgettable tours! - The guides know everything folding the palace. They explain everything before, are cordial, give good tips about the place. You love the walks.
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Ayerovm
Sep 22, 2024
Great tour - This was a great tour to Mafra, Queliz and a few more places. Very nice and interesting palaces and we had a number of interesting and unusual places. Bruno was a perfect guide. Very knowledgeable about history and surroundings. The restraunt he suggested had a very good seafood and wine as well as view to the ocean. I highly recommend this tour.
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Zibauru
Sep 14, 2024
Mafra - Scene of the Monastery Memorial, by José Saramago - We made a visit to Quinta da Regaleira, Azenhas do Mar and Palácio de Mafra with the company Walkborder(as always, impeccable service) and we ⁇ everything.
In Regaleira, the initiatic well is interesting and super safe to walk.Initially we thought it would be dangerous to return from the depths of the well, because we found it difficult to climb a long staircase. None of that happened. There are many shaded paths, with native forest surrounding the palace and well.
Azenhas do Mar remains adorable with that air of the Amalfi Coast, bustling sea and white-painted houses.
The palace of Mafra surprises by the enormous construction. Before going to the place, I suggest reading the book by José Saramago, "Memorial of the Convent", which describes it with mastery.
Do not visit the convent on Tuesday when the church is closed. On other days, it opens at 2 p.m. The interior of the church surprises by the amount of tube organs (6 in total). The library also deserves a visit.
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Marina_n
Apr 29, 2024
We liked very much our Private Tour to Mafra, Ericeira and Azenhas do Mar - On our trip, we discovered so much thanks to our guide Joao Lopes. Joao was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Portugal.
Sharing his extensive knowledge about his country and enjoying the time he spent with us made it such a memorable experience for us.
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Veronica_w
Feb 4, 2024
Portugal at its finest, Palaces, seaside villages, old village and a great tour guide…. - This is one of the best tours my husband and I have taken. We visited palaces, small villages inland then villages along the sea coast. Our tour guide Jose was remarkable in his knowledge of Portugals historical palaces and small villages we visited. I can highly recommend this tour Mafria is huge and it’s library is unbelievable. I especially liked the sea coast villages. It was a sunny day which even made the tour better. Jose our tour guide was very friendly and informative. Thank You Jose for giving us a wonderful tour…..
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