Sintra, Pena Palace, Regaleira, Roca & Cascais Small-Group Tour
Description
This tour combines comfort, history and unique experiences. Travel in small groups in air-conditioned vans, with experienced and passionate guides of Portugal. Enjoy free time to explore and take photos at each stop, plus unique information that makes the day unforgettable. A personalized and authentic way to know Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais without rush and with all the attention you deserve.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Visit to Boca do Inferno, an impressive rock formation carved by the sea, famous for the spectacle of the waves hitting the cliffs.
Tour of the Bay and Historic Center of Cascais, with time to explore the marina, the typical streets and relax by the sea.
A short stop to see the beach of Guincho, known for its natural beauty, wild dunes and unique atmosphere along the Atlantic.
Stop at the westernmost point of continental Europe, with amazing views over the Atlantic and time for photos alongside the iconic landmark.
Visit the palace and gardens of Quinta da Regaleira, including the famous Pozo Iniciático, tunnels and esoteric symbols that mark this UNESCO Heritage site.
Free time in the historic center to explore the typical streets, visit craft shops and taste the famous regional sweets, such as the Travesseiros and Queijadas. Lunch (free, not included in the price) will also be served at one of the local restaurants.
Guided tour to the exterior and interior (when available) of the Palace of Pena, icon of Portuguese romanticism, with time to explore the gardens and enjoy the panoramic views of Sintra.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Guests must be ready at the hotel's lobby/reception 5 minutes before the specified time. The Guide will be identified as Zoom Travel. The standard meeting point for those who do not request pick-up is the HF Fénix Lisboa – Plaza Marquês de Pombal 8.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for elderly people with reduced mobility.
- Not recommended for people with mobility difficulties due to stairs and irregular terrain in Sintra.
Reviews(9)
The small group tour was perfect, and getting the tickets to the castles through the booking company was definitely the way to go. Our guide, Atila, is one of a kind, and he made the day an exceptional one! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. He went above and beyond to make sure we knew where we were going and took special care of an older couple on our your tour , and my husband, who had a recent hip surgery. He gave us time to look around on our own, but he was always there when we needed him. If you are able to ask for a guide, mention his name, Atila Marquês. We would book directly with him if and when we return to the Lisbon area. Thank you, Atila! You made it a really special day.
Dear customer, Thank you very much for such a wonderful and thoughtful review. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed the small group tour and that having the castle tickets arranged in advance made the experience smoother for you. We are especially happy to hear your kind words about Atila. He truly cares about each guest, and it is wonderful to know that his knowledge, attention, kindness, and extra care helped make your day so special, especially for your husband and the older couple in the group. Your message means a lot to us, and we will be very proud to share it with Atila. Thank you again for choosing Zoom Travel. We hope to welcome you back to Portugal in the future. Kind regards, Douglas Andreolla Zoom Travel
Never book Zoom Travel. We booked a tour and it was confirmed. We were there one our before. Our name wasn't on the list. 5 minutes after pick up time they cancelled our tour. They had an excuse. There was a malfunction in the system. But that's not true. There are more reviews with the same excuse. They try to sell tours, but when there is no full bus, they cancel it
Dear customer, We are sorry to read your review, but we must respectfully clarify that this statement does not reflect the way Zoom Travel operates. We always work with the goal of providing the best possible experience to our customers. Across our tours, we have received more than 6,000 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, which reflects the professionalism and dedication of our team. In this specific case, there was an operational/system issue that unfortunately affected your reservation, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused. However, it is not true that Zoom Travel sells tours with the intention of cancelling them when a vehicle is not full. When any unexpected situation occurs, we always try to assist the customer with alternatives, rescheduling options, or a refund when applicable. We regret that your experience did not meet expectations, but we strongly reject the accusation that our company acts in bad faith. Kind regards, Zoom Travel Team
Marco made for an exceptional experience. He is a very knowledgeable guide and amazing driver. Not to mention, entertaining. He speaks fluent English amongst many other languages. Very well connected with the locals. I'm sure he'll sleep well tonight after this adventure, I know we will. The pickup was bumpy in the beginning, no fault of him. He was a great problem solver and got us on track quickly.
I had the best day! Our guide Marco was amazing, our group was made up of 2 English speakers and 3 Italian speakers, Marco took the time throughout the day to explain everything in such detail to both groups entirely. The trip was orchestrated really well and the van is very comfortable. It wasn't rushed and we went at a pace that was comfortable for the whole group. Quinta Regaleira, was the highlight for me. Pena Palace is beautiful, but we had a lot of fog so didn't get to see the amazing views. If your unsure of what ticket to book, book the full experience. You will not be disappointed! Marco was so knowledgeable and taught me so much. He went above and beyond to help us get the most out of our experience. I recommend this tour, you won't regret it. *bring a jacket! Foolishly, I assumed I wouldn't need one in 24 degree heat, but it gets windy at Pena Palace and it's alot cooler up there. Marco kindly leant me a spare jacket, which I am beyond grateful for.
Rafael did an amazing job! He made sure we had everything we needed and that we saw all of the highlights. Very knowledgeable! All of the stops were beautiful!
We visited Lisabon since there was Marathon even on 8 March and 2 ladies from our group run half Marathon - made it successfully to the Finish. Before this even we made a trip to Cabo da Roca and Cascais, Regaleira, Palacio da Pena, Regaleira and Sintra with amazing guide BRUNO. The trip was amazing despite of the hard wind. THANK YOU BRUNO FOR GREAT TIME :))) All 4 girls from "Miriam's group"
Purchased the ticket through viator.com, which has different functionality than the app. Couldnt choose to NOT include the admission to the palaces (which was fine because i wanted to go into them) , but found out during the tour that the admission was NOT included after all..even though my viator ticket clearly showed them as "included". Tour company would not acknowledge so I had to pay again out of pocket for the palace admission!
Hello, Your reservation was made without entrance tickets included. This information was clearly stated on your voucher and booking details. Even though it was not our responsibility, we still paid for your ticket to Pena Palace as a courtesy to ensure you could enjoy the visit without inconvenience. Best regards.
The tour was wonderful, the guide Marco was super attentive, always wanting to show what was best in each city, in detail, in addition to explaining the history of each place.
