The Best Tour To Sintra From Lisbon
MORE THAN A TOUR, AN EXPERIENCE
About the Full-Day Tour
The crown jewel, this multi-award-winning and best-selling tour is a classic experience you can’t miss in Lisbon. Get ready for an unforgettable journey, filled with breathtaking views and mystical sites.
We start the adventure in Cascais, a chic coastal destination brimming with history. Once a refuge for European royalty during World War II, Cascais combines elegance with natural charm. Explore its vibrant town center and admire the stunning coastline, including a beach featured in a James Bond movie.
Next, we head to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. This awe-inspiring location offers jaw-dropping landscapes, perfect for unforgettable photographs.
The journey continues to Quinta da Regaleira, one of Sintra’s most enigmatic palaces. Admission is included, and with the guidance of our expert, you’ll explore the magnificent Once gardens, brimming with symbolism and mystery. Don’t miss the iconic Initiation Well, a true highlight of the visit.
We then proceed to the historic center of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995. the summer retreat of Portuguese royalty, this charming town captivates with its narrow, steep streets and countless hidden gems. Take time to admire its historic buildings and savor the famous travesseiros de Sintra, a must-try traditional pastry.
The final stop of the day is the majestic Pena Palace, a fairy-tale castle surrounded by an 85-hectare wooded park. Garden access is included, allowing you to freely explore the enchanting lakes, viewpoints, greenhouses, and picturesque trails. Entry to the palace interior is optional and not included, offering you the flexibility to visit at your own pace.
A memorable day that blends history, culture, and nature, perfect for all ages!
Itinerary
Included
Entrance fee and guided visit inside Quinta da Regaleira & Pena Gardens (If Options Selected)
Entrance fee and guided visit inside Pena Palace (talk to the guide)
Meeting Point – 08:00 Praça da Figueira (Front of D. João I Statue)
Drop-off – Marquês de Pombal Square
Small-group tour (8 to 18 people max.)
Professional local guide / driver
Transport by air-conditioned minivan/minibus
Live commentary on board
Hotel Pick-up (If Option Selected)
Not Included
Hotel Pick-up (Depends on the option selected)
Hotel Drop-off
Tips & Gratuities
Personal expenses
Food and drinks
Any other entrance fee
We are cool but not that cool. The paid amount can be refunded at 100% if the customer wants to cancel up to 24 hours before the tour. If a cancellation is made less than the 24h period it is non-refundable. In case of no show / cancellation in the same day, the amount will not be refunded.
Why sould the little ones stay out of our tours? There is absolutely no problem! Up to 3 years old it’s completely free and between 4 to 12 they have a 20% discount. Logistically speaking we just have to know in advance to make the necessary arrangements.
According to Portuguese law, children must sit on a chair or booster cushion as long as they are either 150 cm tall (4ft / 11 inch.), 36 kg (79lb) of weight or 12 years old, so the belt can be properly placed at the waist and not on the belly.
The question is quite relevant and makes sense. Our guides have academic studies and most of them are Tourism graduates with full certifications to make our tours.
In addition to technical skills, they were hand picked by their charismatic personality, passion for the country and its history and excellent communication skills. We can be cool but we will never neglect or be sloppy when it comes to discipline and professionalism.
*Without any doubt. We have a team ready to meet your needs. For your convenience we can adjust the tour and include alternatives so that you can have a memorable experience even without walking too much or not at all. Mind that we cannot change any tour in regular format, but we can do any tour in private. This way you have total control of what to see and how long you want to stay at a given location.
Anyway our tours are to be enjoyed slowly with several stops along the way, we are not in hurry to get you back home! Our vans are also very comfortable and have air conditioning so you can have the best sightseeing tour ever!
Yes, we have a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 8 for our regular van tours. Sometimes more than one van can go to the same destination but our goal is to keep small groups for greater closeness and interaction with the client. In exceptional cases we may operate with a 16 / 18 seat minibus during high season peaks.
However we do tours (in van or walking tours) for large groups and if necessary we request higher-capacity buses. For these particular cases, please contact us.
