Private Tour Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais from Lisbon
Description
Visit Sintra with a local guide on a full-day tour. Take the opportunity to visit Sintra's most famous monuments, including Pena National Palace, Sintra National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Moorish Castle and Monserrate Palace. Be dazzled by the verdant landscape of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and delight yourself with traditional Portuguese food and sweets. The itinerary also includes a visit to Cabo da Roca and ends in the fishing village of Cascais. The tour can be done in different types of vehicles, from 9-seat vans, smaller vehicles or UMM jeeps, the Portuguese 4x4. Everything depends on the weather and the client's preference. We adapt to the circumstances to provide the best experience possible!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pickups are only available in the Lisbon area. Our tour starts here.
The Sintra National Palace, also known as Palácio da Vila, was one of the palaces used by the Portuguese Royal Family. The monument, of medieval, gothic, manueline, renaissance and romantic architecture, is an "ex-libris" of Sintra.
Known as the sacred jewel that crowns the Sintra Mountains, the National Palace of Pena, one of the greatest examples of Romanticism in Portugal, appears, through the fog characteristic of the region, with its colorful hues, as if it were a fairy tale. The whole scenario leaves a certain mystery and adventure in the air.
Right on top of the mountain is the Castelo dos Mouros, a fortification whose walls wind up the mountain between rocks and cliffs that dates back to the time of the Muslim occupation of the Iberian Peninsula. From here you can enjoy a unique panoramic view of the town, the Pena Palace, and the ocean that surrounds Portugal.
In the heart of the mysterious and charming town of Sintra, you will have the opportunity to visit the traditional Portuguese commerce, buy souvenirs and taste the traditional regional pastry, namely Travesseiros and Queijadas de Sintra. Snack not included. It will be offered a Ginjinha in a Chocolate Cup.
The tour starts with a visit to Quinta da Regaleira, one of the most charming and emblematic places in Sintra, full of history and magic. Here you can marvel at the architecture, visit the famous Initiation Well, the interior of the caves and explore the imposing garden that surrounds the entire palace.
On this day in the romantic town of Sintra, you will also have the opportunity to see and visit, if you wish, the Park and Palace of Monserrate. The Palace, of Gothic, Indian and Moorish influence, contrasts with the imposing green of the beautiful botanical gardens that surround it, gardens that are part of the "European Route of Historic Gardens" since 2020.
The next stop is at the westernmost point of Portugal and Europe, one of the most emblematic places in Portugal with a view of the sea as far as the eye can see.
(Optional) This village on the Sintra coast, in the parish of Colares, is worthy of a postcard. The white houses go down the cliff to the beach that, with its ocean pool, delights visitors. Enjoy the calm that this place offers you.
Known as the Riviera Portuguesa, the town of Cascais has a unique charm. Its streets full of traditional commerce and restaurants, its beaches and the 19th century palaces by the sea make this town a mandatory stop.
The tour ends once we arrive back to Lisbon.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickups are only available in the Lisbon area.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(255)
Could not have been more pleased with our tour. Nuno was amazing and incredibly knowledgeable of the rich history and culture of Portugal. We felt very lucky to have him guide us.
We booked a private Sintra tour through Sintra Lovers on Viator on March 28, 2026 for a June 8, 2026 tour and prepaid in full. On May 27, less than two weeks before our scheduled tour, we received an email stating that our tour had been canceled, with no explanation provided. Canceling a confirmed, prepaid booking on such short notice is both unprofessional and inconsiderate, especially for travelers who carefully plan their itineraries months in advance. We had heard wonderful things about Sintra Lovers and were looking forward to the experience, which makes the disappointment even greater. Unfortunately, based on this experience, we will not be using this company on our return visit to Portugal.
Ricardo was amazing! Super knowledgeable, incredibly polite, and friendly! 100/10 - would recommend to anyone!
Amazing tour with an equally amazing tour guide!! We loved Nuno! He was extremely knowledgeable, considerate, personable, and the perfect tour guide. He made us feel very comfortable and taught us a lot about the history of the area. We didn't have enough time to tour the well, but the Pena palace was outstanding, and the lakes trail was beautiful. We highly recommend Nuno and this tour!
Diogo was an excellent tour guide! We had an amazing day. Very knowledgeable and social. Wear good walking shoes because, depending on what you choose to do, there will be a lot of walking!
Ricardo was very accommodating. Worked with us for a convenient pickup and stayed in touch the whole day in between stops.
Going on a private tour made the day great ! We were able to adjust some of our interest in one area if we wanted to enjoy . We had a professional and knowledgeable guide Ricardo He was from the area of Sintra and explained the areas we saw and made us feel like locals , had a great lunch ! Fun day
We had an excellent day touring Sintra with our guide, Ricardo. He picked us up right in front of our VRBO and took us to several incredible stops, including Sintra, Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais. Ricardo was raised in Sintra and knew all the history and efficient routes. The vehicle, a Mazda 5, worked well for four people. It was a little underpowered at times, but overall it was comfortable enough and effective for the day. Ricardo took us to a local restaurant that was excellent, well priced, and not crowded. Going to this restaurant also allowed us to get dropped off right in front of Quinta da Regaleira afterwards, which was a huge time saver. From there, the Initiation Well was just a short walk up, making that part of the visit much easier and more convenient. Quinta da Regaleira did require us to buy a ticket, which we purchased on the way. However, because it is such a popular and busy site, the time slot we needed was nearly sold out. I would definitely recommend planning this in advance with your guide, especially if Regaleira is high on your list. I would also recommend coordinating with your guide ahead of time if you already know the places you want to visit. That way, they can help plan the day as efficiently as possible. The monuments around Sintra are spread out and can be difficult to access if you do not know the area, so having a guide made a big difference. In my opinion, a guide is the best way to make the most of your time, get the most out of the experience, and avoid a lot of potential frustration. This was a memorable and very worthwhile day trip. Thanks Ricardo!
Great experience, our guide , Tiago was outstanding and exceeded in all aspects. He made the day a very memorable one.
Phenomenal trip! Excellent guide !! Nuno, our guide, Was exceptionally knowledgeable and very courteous and informative! Hike to Pena palace truly is memorable !! A great photography moment for your treasured memories!
