PALACIO DA REGALEIRA  or QUINTA DA REGALEIRA

My private tour today was to visit the Sintra residence of multimillionare Monteiro de Carvalho who was a successful coffee merchant from Brasil.  Built in the late 1800’s with the wealth of a great fortune.  Visitors enjoy the many treasures found on this estate, a small romantic chapel, fountains, statuary, wells, grottos and lush beautiful gardens. Esoteric symbols and symbols of the masons can be found here.  Now it is a government property open for visitors.  Located in the historic center of Sintra Portugal.  Sinatra is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

During the private tour I like to point out the beautiful cork trees that are found along the scenic drive.  These trees can live for about 300 years.  The cork is harvested every nine years. The cork industry is generally regarded as environmentally friendly. Considered sustainable since the cork trees are not cut down.

Cabo Da Roca Sintra Portugal is the westernmost point of the European continent. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the jagged cliffs out to the Atlantic Ocean.  An inscription can be found on the monument from the famous Portuguese poet Luis Camoes (1524-1580) who described the area as “Where the land ends and the sea begins”

You will find a lighthouse, coffee shop and gift shop here.

Join me Portugal Private Driver Mauricio Rodrigues for a tour that will make your visit to Portugal a very memorable one.  I look forward to sharing the treasures of Portugal with you.

Today my private tour took me to the Sanctuary of Fatima.  This is the time for Portuguese emigrants to visit Fatima during their vacation time here in Portugal.  Many seeking prayer in the Chapel of the Apparitions.

Please contact me to arrange a private tour of Fatima or another of your dream destinations in Portugal.

Mauricio Rodrigues Private Driver Tour Guide Lisbon Portugal.

Lisbon city tour private driver.

Touring the city while with a driver and guide you are able to see much more. Often time is limited while on vacation.  It’s also more relaxing to see all the beautiful sites at a leisurely pace. My clients are wonderful and I enjoy helping them with recommendations or helping them decide what sites they may want to see.   The city of Lisbon holds many treasures and it brings me great pleasure to offer my services  and share my knowlege.

The sweeping views from Arco Da Victoria in the Praca De Commercio.

MONUMENT TO THE DISCOVERIES

This was taken using the reflection of the monument on the roof of the car.  I appreciate photography and I like to take photos.

Jeronimos Monastery looks so beautiful reaching towards the bluest of skies today.  This is the resting place of explorer Vasco da Gama. The cloisters are considered one of the most beautiful in the world.

AGUAS LIVRES AQUEDUCT

Another architectural delight of the city are the aqueducts.  Arches towering high, one of the most remarkable examples of Portuguese engineering.

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Queluz National Palace, an 18th Century summer palace for Queen Maria, one of the last great Rococo buildings to be designed in Europe.  Admire also the manicured gardens with statuary.

The Capuchos Franciscan convent, Convent of Santa Cruz is of the sixteenth century, built nestled into the rocks and boulders and natural surroundings in absolute simplicity.  The cells are lined with cork from the abundant cork trees of Portugal to insulate from the cold and humidity.

It is always nice to end the tour with a beautiful scenic drive to Cascais on the way back to Lisbon.

There is so much to see and discover. Contact me Mauricio Rodrigues Private Driver Tour Guide Lisbon Portugal

First stop,  Quinta Sao Pedro for coffee and pastries.

We visited the XVI century Sintra National Palace now a historic museum that is the best preserved medieval Royal Palace in Portugal.

Castle of the Moors (Castelo dos Mouros) is located high up above Sintra and is a symbol of this romantic village.  Take the long but beautiful nature walk to the castle ruins as they offer spectacular views.   I am sure you will enjoy walking the castle walls while taking in the panorama of Sintra.

Contact me Mauricio Rodrigues Private Driver Tour Guide Lisbon Portugal.  I can help you plan the trip of a lifetime.

Beginning the private tour today from Lisbon, Portugal,  we set off to explore  the medieval town of Obidos where preparations for a medieval fair were underway.

Next we drove to the fishing village of Nazare.  A summer resort area with Portuguese beach cabanas.

Here we enjoyed fish stew and sampled dried fruits from a local vendor in the traditional clothing of this area.

Continuing on to Batalha Monastery, an impressive example of gothic architecture and an Unesco World Heritage site.  After visiting the monastery we enjoyed espresso bica and sweet pastry called pastel de nata, a Portuguese egg tart.

The last site on today’s tour is Fatima, one of the most important of Catholic shrines.  Fatima’s Sanctuary welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists from all over the world annually.

I hope the private tour today excites the traveler in you.  I would be delighted to help you plan a truly memorable tour.  I have the pleasure of touring with many American tourists every year and I enjoy sharing my knowledge of Portugal’s rich history.

~Mauricio

Contact me Mauricio Rodrigues Private Driver Tour Guide Lisbon Portugal

Today is a great day to visit Portugal or to start planning a trip to Portugal.  Allow me to give you a guided tour of the many beautiful sites in Portugal. My name is Mauricio Rodrigues.  I have a passion for history and a deep appreciation for my country and our culture.  I wish to share all of this with you.

Contact me Mauricio Rodrigues Private Driver Guide Lisbon Portugal

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