Sintra, Cascais and Cabo da Roca Private Tour From Lisbon
Description
Enjoy a customizable itinerary and visit the city's various monuments and its beautiful views and coastlines. Be picked up from your hotel in central Lisbon and travel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle. Pass through extraordinary places such as the historic Palácio da Pena and Quinta da Regaleira. Sintra is also home to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Continental Portugal and, consequently, Continental Europe. This place was mentioned by Luís de Camões in his literary work "Os Lusíadas", where he described it as the place "Where the land ends and the sea begins", due to the fact that, before the Age of Discoveries, the sea was practically unexplored and this place is considered the end of the world. Visit a traditional restaurant, recommended by your guide/driver, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch. Afterward, visit Cascais and discover its beaches with white sand and crystal clear waters. After the tour, your driver will take you back to your hotel.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up at your Lisbon Hotel. Travel from Lisbon to Sintra.
Free time to visit Palacio da Pena and gardens ( around 20€ pax) The Pena Palace is a stunning example of 19th-century Romanticism located in Sintra, Portugal. Perched on a hilltop, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The palace is known for its eclectic architectural style, which combines elements of Gothic, Manueline, Moorish, and Renaissance architecture. It was commissioned by King Ferdinand II and completed in 1854. The vibrant colors and intricate details make it a fairy-tale-like structure. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist destination.
Free time to visit Quinta da Regaleira (Around 12€ p/pax) Quinta da Regaleira is a magnificent estate located in Sintra, Portugal. It is renowned for its stunning gardens, intricate architecture, and mysterious symbolism. The estate was designed by the Italian architect Luigi Manini and built between 1904 and 1910 for the wealthy Portuguese businessman António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro. The property features a romantic palace, a chapel, and an expansive park with grottoes, fountains, and enigmatic structures like the Initiation Well, which is a spiral staircase descending into the earth. The estate is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular destination for those interested in history, architecture, and the esoteric.
Free time for lunch
Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of mainland Portugal and continental Europe. It is located in the parish of Colares, in the Municipality of Sintra and District of Lisbon. The site is visitable, not to the extreme but up to an area at an altitude of 140 m. The cape forms the western end of the Serra de Sintra, falling into the Atlantic Ocean. Free time to explore and take photos.
Cascais is a seaside resort in Portugal, immediately west of Lisbon. It is known for its sandy beaches and busy marina. The historic center is home to the medieval Nossa Senhora da Luz Fortress and the Citadel Palace, a former royal retreat. In the external areas is the whitewashed church of Nossa Senhora da Assunção, with vitrified tiles. Free time to visit Cascais.
Travel from Cascais to Lisbon.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
You can wait in the hotel lobby.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(6)
Our host on the tour did an excellent job chauffeuring us to Sintra, Cascais and Cabo Da Roca. He was very sensitive to my husband's mobility challenges, and went out of his way to make sure we got as close to the sites as possible. He was adaptable - when the road to the coast was closed due to construction, he reacted quickly and calmly to avoid the problem. He also recommended an excellent restaurant where we had a fabulous lunch. But the description of this tour in GetYourGuide is highly misleading. It's described as a "tour" by which I assumed it included entry tickets for the Palace as well as a fully guided experience. This was NOT the case. Our guide warned us the day before that tickets were not included, so I was able to order these separately. But more importantly - he dropped us at the entry gate to Palace and we were on our own.
Dear janael675, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that your host took such great care of you throughout the day — especially by adapting to mobility needs, navigating road closures calmly, and recommending a wonderful place for lunch. Your kind words about his support and flexibility mean a lot to our team. We’re also grateful for your feedback regarding the tour description. We understand how important clarity is when planning a visit to Sintra, and we’re sorry for any confusion caused by the information on the GetYourGuide listing. Entry tickets and guided visits inside the monuments are not included in this experience, and we appreciate you highlighting this so we can continue improving how this is communicated. Thank you again for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. We’re glad your day was enjoyable overall, and we hope to welcome you back to Portugal in the future. Meridian4People Team
A wonderful, bespoke experience. The team went above and beyond to make my husband’s birthday a special one. Lawrence was extremely knowledgeable and able to advise on changes to the itinerary to suit our preferences.
Dear E4263KVsarahk, Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🎉 We’re truly honored to have been part of such a special occasion. It means a lot to us that your private tour to Sintra, Cascais, and Cabo da Roca was not only memorable but tailored to your preferences. Lawrence will be thrilled to hear your kind words — his deep knowledge and flexibility are just part of what makes him such a valued member of our team. We’re so glad we could help make your husband’s birthday extra special, and we hope to welcome you both back for more unforgettable experiences in Portugal! Warm regards, Meridian4People Team
Alex was a good driver, friendly , and professional. We arranged our ticket for Pena Palace and had ample time to explore. From there Alex took us for lunch to a local restaurant of his friend Pedro. Great food, locals’ restaurant, great atmosphere. We passed through a local market and then stopped in Sintra City Center to explore. Stops for pasteis in the way home topped a great customized tour day!
Dear Diane_S, Thank you so much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that your private tour to Sintra, Cascais, and Cabo da Roca was such a wonderful and customized experience. It is fantastic to know that Alex made the day so enjoyable with his professionalism and friendliness, ensuring you had ample time to explore Pena Palace and guiding you to authentic local experiences, from the family-style lunch at Pedro’s restaurant to the market visit and the sweet stop for pastéis on the way back. We are very happy that these details made your day so memorable. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we will be sure to share your words with Alex, who will be thrilled to know he contributed to such a special experience. We truly hope to welcome you again soon for more unforgettable journeys in Portugal. Warm regards, Meridian4People Team
We had an excellent tour to Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais with our guide Jose (Josepi)! Jose was prompt, professional, attentive and very knowledgeable. He knew the exact places for us to visit. We could not have seen so many places on our own. He arranged a lunch break at a wonderful restaurant with great views, and stopped in a few other locations to allow us to see other wonderful scenery. I also had a great experience with the tour company Meridian4People. They were very professional, quick to respond to my email messages and made it easy for us to use their services on 3 private tours in this trip!
Dear Fred, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re delighted to hear that José made your tour of Sintra, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais truly special. It’s fantastic to know that his expert knowledge, attentiveness, and perfect planning allowed you to explore these breathtaking locations in the best possible way. We’re also thrilled that the lunch with a great view and additional scenic stops added even more magic to your journey! Your kind words about Meridian4People’s professionalism and responsiveness mean a lot to us, and we’re honored to have been part of your travels across multiple private tours. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable experiences in Portugal! Best regards, Meridian4People Team
Juan Pablo our guide was excellent! He gave us a great experience by visiting the most important and unique locations. He has a lot of knowledge of Portugal history
Dear Traveler, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Juan Pablo provided you with an excellent experience, showcasing the most important and unique locations in Sintra, Cascais, and Cabo da Roca. His deep knowledge of Portugal’s history truly makes the tour special! We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable journey. Best regards, Meridian4People Team
We had a tour from Porto to Lisboa. SR josepi was good guide for our help. All day long fun. Wish him all the best and his tour company.
Dear customer Thank you very much for taking time to review us, we truly appreciate it!! It's always a pleasure to provide wonderful experiences to those who visit us. Thanks again, and we hope that you return to Portugal in the near future. We will be happy to welcome you again! Thank you! Greetings, The team MERIDIAN4PEOPLE – PORTUGAL
