Private Tour Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais from Lisbon
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
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!
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Lisbon
Pickups are only available in the Lisbon area. Our tour starts here.
Sintra National Palace
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.
Options
Tickets not included
Duration: 8 hours: Sintra and Cascais Private tour. Sintra & Cascais Tour Pickup included
Meeting in Sintra
No pick up service.
Ticket Pena Palace included
Ticket Pena Palace included: Tickets included to Pena Palace. The biggest attraction of Sintra. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private air-conditioned transport, insurance, and bottled water
Private guide (Except inside the monuments)
Snacks or Lunch
Entrance to Quinta da Regaleira. Entry to the attraction is optional.
Guided tour inside the monuments
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
258 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
5 star Pena/ Sintra tour
Daniel C,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a fantastic day— our guide was knowledgeable and prompt. We had a great tour of Pena along with a nice relaxing lunch of wine and tapas in Sintra. Highly recommend!
Wonderful private tour
Megan H,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely private tour with Ricardo! We learned so much about the local area. Everything was well planned and smooth. Would recommend the tour.
Totally worth it!
bsp1215,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Could 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.
BOOKED, PRE-PAID AND THEY CANCELED
CeesaRae,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We 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.
Best Tour Guide
Marissa S,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ricardo was amazing! Super knowledgeable, incredibly polite, and friendly! 100/10 - would recommend to anyone!
Highly recommend
Anders U,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing 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!
Highly recommend!
Basant P,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Diogo 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!
Excellent day in Sintra and Cascais!
Kathy R,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ricardo 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...
Barbara K,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Going 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
Wonderful Sintra Tour and Guide
Barry C,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We 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!
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