Lisbon to Sintra Private Tour From the Hills to the Coast
5.0
(278)
🕑 5 hours
Free cancellation
Discover the history and secrets of Sintra on this private tour with a local guide who knows all there is to know about the area. Customize this tour based on your group’s interests. Choose to tour one of the six palaces in Sintra on a half-day trip, or visit two palaces on a full-day tour, then spend time viewing the others from the outside. Your guide takes you to famous and lesser-known spots throughout the region.
Languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
📍Av. Dr. Miguel Bombarda 27b, 2710-590 Sintra, Portugal
🏢Operated by Grand Detours
Highlights
- ✓Easily meet your guide at your Lisbon hotel or the Sintra train station
- ✓Ride from place to place in an air-conditioned private vehicle
- ✓Customize this private tour for you and your group
- ✓Let your guide navigate while you enjoy the area
What you'll see & do
- ✓Begin your day with pickup from your accommodation in Lisbon, Sintra or Cascais and enjoy a scenic drive to the enchanting town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the journey, your guide will introduce you to Portugal's history, culture and traditions while sharing insights into the day's itinerary and helping you make the most of your visit. Depending on your pickup location, the drive can take anywhere from a few minutes to approximately 45 minutes.
- ✓Take some free time to explore the charming streets of Sintra's historic centre filled with traditional Portuguese character. Browse local shops selling handcrafted pottery, ceramics, hand-painted tiles (azulejos), cork products and other authentic souvenirs. Be sure to stop by one of the famous pastry shops to taste Sintra's traditional specialties—the delicious Travesseiro and Queijada. If you're feeling hungry, you'll also find a wide selection of excellent local restaurants, cafés and wine bars where you can enjoy a relaxed meal. Don't hesitate to ask your guide for recommendations —they'll be happy to suggest some of their favourite local spots based on your tastes! Along the way, admire some of Sintra's most iconic landmarks, including the National Palace, the Moorish Castle and the elegant Biester Palace, while your guide shares the fascinating history behind each one.
- ✓Perched high above the misty hills of Sintra, the colorful Pena Palace is one of Portugal's most enchanting landmarks and a true symbol of Romanticism. With its whimsical architecture and breathtaking views over the surrounding forests and coastline, it feels like a palace from a fairytale. This is one of the most popular attractions that can be included in your private and flexible itinerary, depending on your interests, available time and pace you wish to enjoy for your day. The visit to the Grounds, Gardens or Palace is self-guided. Your guide will provide recommendations before your visit, and you will have free time to explore at your own pace. Admission tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. For this private experience, we generally recommend purchasing the Park of Pena ticket rather than the interior Palace ticket, to enjoy the most scenic areas with greater flexibility and avoid being restricted by a specific interior entrance time.
- ✓Hidden among lush gardens, Quinta da Regaleira is an estate of secret passages, symbolic architecture and enchanted pathways. Discover the famous Initiation Well and uncover the mysterious stories behind it. This is one of the most popular attractions that can be included in your private and flexible itinerary, depending on your interests, available time and pace you wish to enjoy for your day. Please note that all Quinta da Regaleira tickets have a scheduled entrance time, so we highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance to guarantee availability. If you are unsure which entrance time to select, feel free to send us a message and our team will be happy to advise you on the best option according to your tour schedule! The visit to the Gardens and Palace is self-guided. Your guide will provide recommendations before your visit, and you will have free time to explore the estate. Admission tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately.
- ✓Tucked away in the lush green hills of Sintra, Monserrate is a hidden treasure where exotic gardens, romantic architecture and distant cultures come together in perfect harmony. Created as a private retreat, this extraordinary palace combines Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences surrounded by one of Portugal's most impressive botanical landscapes. A quieter and more peaceful alternative to Sintra's busiest attractions, Monserrate offers the perfect opportunity to slow down, enjoy nature and discover one of the region's most beautiful hidden gems. This attraction can be included as part of your private and flexible itinerary depending on your interests, available time and your guide's recommendations. The visit to the Gardens and Palace is self-guided. Your guide will share the history and highlights of Monserrate before allowing you free time to explore at your own pace. Admission tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately.
- ✓Visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, where dramatic cliffs meet the Atlantic Ocean and offer some of the most impressive coastal views in Portugal. Enjoy time to explore the viewpoint, take memorable photos and appreciate the unique landscape of this iconic location. After the visit, relax during a scenic drive along the beautiful coastal mountain roads of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, one of the most picturesque routes on Portugal's coastline, before returning comfortably to your accommodation.
What's included
- ✓Infant Seats (Boosters)
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓All mandatory insurance according to Portuguese law
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Local Tour Guide and Driver
- ✓Pick-up and Drop-off at your Hotel or Airbnb (in Lisbon, Cascais & Sintra) or Meeting Point
What's not included
- ✓Pena Palace
- ✓Quinta da Regaleira
- ✓Monserrate Palace
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Groups of more than 6 guests: For your comfort, larger groups will travel in two private vehicles with two local guides. Both vehicles follow the same itinerary and remain together throughout the tour.
Operates in all weather conditions; itinerary adjustments may occur due to weather, safety restrictions or temporary road closures.
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended, as Sintra can have cooler temperatures, wind and uneven terrain throughout the year.
Due to the layout of the city of Lisbon, there might be some streets or roads that are inacessible. If your Hotel/Accommodation is located in one of these harder areas, you will be asked to meet the guide at the nearest acessible area.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 72.00
Lisbon to Sintra Private Tour From the Hills to the Coast
5.0
(278)
🕑 5 hours
Free cancellation
Discover the history and secrets of Sintra on this private tour with a local guide who knows all there is to know about the area. Customize this tour based on your group’s interests. Choose to tour one of the six palaces in Sintra on a half-day trip, or visit two palaces on a full-day tour, then spend time viewing the others from the outside. Your guide takes you to famous and lesser-known spots throughout the region.
Languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
📍Av. Dr. Miguel Bombarda 27b, 2710-590 Sintra, Portugal
🏢Operated by Grand Detours
Highlights
- ✓Easily meet your guide at your Lisbon hotel or the Sintra train station
- ✓Ride from place to place in an air-conditioned private vehicle
- ✓Customize this private tour for you and your group
- ✓Let your guide navigate while you enjoy the area
What you'll see & do
- ✓Begin your day with pickup from your accommodation in Lisbon, Sintra or Cascais and enjoy a scenic drive to the enchanting town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the journey, your guide will introduce you to Portugal's history, culture and traditions while sharing insights into the day's itinerary and helping you make the most of your visit. Depending on your pickup location, the drive can take anywhere from a few minutes to approximately 45 minutes.
- ✓Take some free time to explore the charming streets of Sintra's historic centre filled with traditional Portuguese character. Browse local shops selling handcrafted pottery, ceramics, hand-painted tiles (azulejos), cork products and other authentic souvenirs. Be sure to stop by one of the famous pastry shops to taste Sintra's traditional specialties—the delicious Travesseiro and Queijada. If you're feeling hungry, you'll also find a wide selection of excellent local restaurants, cafés and wine bars where you can enjoy a relaxed meal. Don't hesitate to ask your guide for recommendations —they'll be happy to suggest some of their favourite local spots based on your tastes! Along the way, admire some of Sintra's most iconic landmarks, including the National Palace, the Moorish Castle and the elegant Biester Palace, while your guide shares the fascinating history behind each one.
- ✓Perched high above the misty hills of Sintra, the colorful Pena Palace is one of Portugal's most enchanting landmarks and a true symbol of Romanticism. With its whimsical architecture and breathtaking views over the surrounding forests and coastline, it feels like a palace from a fairytale. This is one of the most popular attractions that can be included in your private and flexible itinerary, depending on your interests, available time and pace you wish to enjoy for your day. The visit to the Grounds, Gardens or Palace is self-guided. Your guide will provide recommendations before your visit, and you will have free time to explore at your own pace. Admission tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. For this private experience, we generally recommend purchasing the Park of Pena ticket rather than the interior Palace ticket, to enjoy the most scenic areas with greater flexibility and avoid being restricted by a specific interior entrance time.
- ✓Hidden among lush gardens, Quinta da Regaleira is an estate of secret passages, symbolic architecture and enchanted pathways. Discover the famous Initiation Well and uncover the mysterious stories behind it. This is one of the most popular attractions that can be included in your private and flexible itinerary, depending on your interests, available time and pace you wish to enjoy for your day. Please note that all Quinta da Regaleira tickets have a scheduled entrance time, so we highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance to guarantee availability. If you are unsure which entrance time to select, feel free to send us a message and our team will be happy to advise you on the best option according to your tour schedule! The visit to the Gardens and Palace is self-guided. Your guide will provide recommendations before your visit, and you will have free time to explore the estate. Admission tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately.
- ✓Tucked away in the lush green hills of Sintra, Monserrate is a hidden treasure where exotic gardens, romantic architecture and distant cultures come together in perfect harmony. Created as a private retreat, this extraordinary palace combines Gothic, Moorish and Indian influences surrounded by one of Portugal's most impressive botanical landscapes. A quieter and more peaceful alternative to Sintra's busiest attractions, Monserrate offers the perfect opportunity to slow down, enjoy nature and discover one of the region's most beautiful hidden gems. This attraction can be included as part of your private and flexible itinerary depending on your interests, available time and your guide's recommendations. The visit to the Gardens and Palace is self-guided. Your guide will share the history and highlights of Monserrate before allowing you free time to explore at your own pace. Admission tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately.
- ✓Visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, where dramatic cliffs meet the Atlantic Ocean and offer some of the most impressive coastal views in Portugal. Enjoy time to explore the viewpoint, take memorable photos and appreciate the unique landscape of this iconic location. After the visit, relax during a scenic drive along the beautiful coastal mountain roads of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, one of the most picturesque routes on Portugal's coastline, before returning comfortably to your accommodation.
What's included
- ✓Infant Seats (Boosters)
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓All mandatory insurance according to Portuguese law
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Local Tour Guide and Driver
- ✓Pick-up and Drop-off at your Hotel or Airbnb (in Lisbon, Cascais & Sintra) or Meeting Point
What's not included
- ✓Pena Palace
- ✓Quinta da Regaleira
- ✓Monserrate Palace
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Groups of more than 6 guests: For your comfort, larger groups will travel in two private vehicles with two local guides. Both vehicles follow the same itinerary and remain together throughout the tour.
Operates in all weather conditions; itinerary adjustments may occur due to weather, safety restrictions or temporary road closures.
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended, as Sintra can have cooler temperatures, wind and uneven terrain throughout the year.
Due to the layout of the city of Lisbon, there might be some streets or roads that are inacessible. If your Hotel/Accommodation is located in one of these harder areas, you will be asked to meet the guide at the nearest acessible area.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 72.00