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Sintra Tour: Explore Romanticism and Mysteries
4.8
45 Ratings
Sintra
Discover Sintra’s romantic charm, ancient palaces, and stunning landscapes. Explore Europe’s westernmost point and the mysterious Sintra Mountains. Book your private tour now.
Discover Sintra’s romantic charm, ancient palaces, and stunning landscapes. Explore Europe’s westernmost point and the mysterious Sintra Mountains. Book your private tour now.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sintra - Visit to the beautiful and historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO world heritage site. Discover the picturesque streets, the Sintra National Palace, the fountains, the churches, chapels and shrines.
- Castelo dos Mouros - Climb to the Moorish Castle where the construction of the first sections of its wall dates from the 8th and 9th…
- Sintra - Visit to the beautiful and historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO world heritage site. Discover the picturesque streets, the Sintra National Palace, the fountains, the churches, chapels and shrines.
- Castelo dos Mouros - Climb to the Moorish Castle where the construction of the first sections of its wall dates from the 8th and 9th century. From the castle, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the whole region. It can’t be missed!
- Park and National Palace of Pena - The next stop is the Pena Palace where you can admire a mix of architectural styles in the interior as well as in the exterior. The Pena Palace is one of the best examples of Romanticism from the 19th century. Make sure to have your camera ready to capture the fantastic landscape surrounding the Palace.
- Cabo da Roca - Next, discover the most westerly point of continental Europe. From the cliff tops, enjoy the fantastic view of the beaches and the sea. From the road near the coast, you can gaze at the beaches and the beautiful towns of Estoril and Cascais.
- Guincho Beach - On the way back, we will have the chance to enjoy this unique beach with its famous dunes. A real sanctuary for surf, windsurf and kitesurf.
- Cascais - And of course we can’t leave without visiting the charming town of Cascais. This former fishing village used to be a royal getaway. Nowadays it still is one of the most attractive destinations for the Portuguese and foreign elite thanks to all that it has to offer: boutiques, restaurants, hotels, beaches and much more.
What's Included
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Driver
- Hotel pickup
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Driver
- Hotel pickup
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
- Tickets to Monuments
- Lunch
- Professional Guide
- Gratuities
- Tickets to Monuments
- Lunch
- Professional Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Sintra, known as the capital of romanticism, is among the most scenic and charming villages in Portugal. Its monuments boast grand architecture rich with stories and hidden mysteries. You’ll find gardens, centuries-old trees, and ancient palaces in a truly unique setting. On this Sintra tour, you can also explore the westernmost point of Europe, the…
Sintra, known as the capital of romanticism, is among the most scenic and charming villages in Portugal. Its monuments boast grand architecture rich with stories and hidden mysteries. You’ll find gardens, centuries-old trees, and ancient palaces in a truly unique setting. On this Sintra tour, you can also explore the westernmost point of Europe, the dunes of Guincho, and the enigmatic Sintra Mountains. This is an essential destination in Portugal!
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Vehicles: Our vehicles are cleaned and disinfected before each service and at the end of the day, daily, with the appropriate products in accordance with the cleaning protocol covid-19.
- Driver/Guide: The driver complies with the rules of cleanliness and hygiene. The driver will wear a mask and must maintain the necessary distance according to the protocol. The health conditions of the driver will be assessed frequently.
- Protection: In our vehicles, alcohol gel and face masks will always be available free of charge, if customers need it. The driver will advise the use of a mask and hand cleaning with mandatory alcohol gel after all stops, before re-entering the vehicle.
Location
Sintra
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(45 Ratings)
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Paradise04628151889
Jul 2, 2025
Sintra Day Trip with José - We had a wonderful day seeing the sights of Sintra and beyond. Our guide José did a fantastic job of tailoring the day to what we wanted to see and threw in some good surprises along the way. He is very knowledgeable on the history of Sintra and Portugal. Perfect day with the perfect guide! Thank you, José!
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Alanmichael
Jun 24, 2025
The tour you absolutely need! - My family and I had the pleasure of being guided by Jose on our Sintra tour. 10 times out of 10 I’d ask to spend time in Portugal with him again. He, respectful, knowledgeable, patient, and quite funny to be around. My kids had a wonderful time and my Portugese wife and in-laws look like they also enjoyed every second. We walked about 12k steps, but spaced it out well throughout the day and also having a nice lunch. There’s so much more to Portugal than meets the eye and Jose is the guy you’d want to lead your journey.
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Cameronbo3503zn
Jun 18, 2025
A great day with Jose! - We were referred to Jose Ribeiro by a friend on short notice, and he was great. We did a private tour, just my wife and I, and the extra cost was well worth it.
He had us leaving the Pena Palace just as the lines were building, and he did it again at Regaleira Palace. We saw the key things at both places, and some things that others missed.
Jose was very knowledgeable in the history of the places we visited and the people who built them. He offered a glimpse into their lives, and provided alternative interpretations of what they had done. Jose even occasionally worked in philosophy and pop culture references to keep the conversation interesting.
After the two monuments that we wanted to see, he then gave us a number of options for the afternoon. We drove down to the coast, had the best meal of our trip at Neptuna (where he takes his family), stopped at Cabo da Roca and Cascais. At each place he offered us the opportunity to linger or move on. He also kept us well hydrated and got us back to Lisbon safely, even dropping us off so that we could do a little more shopping as we walked (downhill) back to our hotel.
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Charlenelk8258dl
Jun 15, 2025
Wonderful visit to Sintra palaces! - Wonderful experience with Jose. His expertise and enthusiasm brought the palaces of Pena, Regallerio, and Sintra to life!
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Pioneer50319852585
Jun 15, 2025
It's better with a guide - In a word ...Fantastic! Jose and David with an E- made our Sintra tour absolutely 💯 amazing!! Going with experts made our family vacation effortless. Jose (our guide) was insightful and funny really bringing the tapestry of history to life. Obrigada!!
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Fassch01
May 31, 2025
Custom Sintra Day - We had a phenomenal experience with Lisbon on Wheels. They were incredibly flexible and accommodated our custom Sintra itinerary with ease.
Our guide, José Ribeiro, provided insightful commentary and helped us get a real sense of the local culture, making our visit both enjoyable and memorable. He picked us up directly from our accommodation in Lisbon and facilitated a tour of Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, a great local lunch, and a wine tasting. Had we done the trip ourselves we wouldn’t have gotten nearly the experience as with José. He was able to provide in-depth knowledge about Portugal and all of our destinations, while making the whole experience very fun for me and my fiancée. It was more like traveling with a friend rather than a tour which we greatly appreciated. We would highly recommend the tour for anyone looking to explore Sintra beyond the usual tourist paths!
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Cathysl8880mp
May 30, 2025
Pena, Regaleira, Monserrate, Sintra Customized Tour - Our guide José was a wealth of knowledge. And he always had us on his mind when deciding where to go, if we wanted to have a snack, shop, wander a bit longer at a site...He knew where to go and when to go to skip the lines. We were never rushed. I honestly highly recommend Lisbon on Wheels and José.
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M4162oqfeliciaa
May 25, 2025
Unforgettable Day in Sintra and Cascais - My daughter and I were visiting from Manhattan and we really wanted a special, low-stress day trip. Nuno at Lisbon on Wheels helped us shape the perfect plan—and then introduced us to Jose.
Jose was the heart of the experience. Warm, funny, incredibly knowledgeable, and totally prepared, he guided us through Sintra’s highlights, many of which only locals would know about - lunch by the sea, vineyards, and coastal views without ever making the day feel rushed or stressful.
We felt cared for every step of the way—and left feeling like we made a new friend in Lisbon. It was truly the best decision and highlight of our Lisbon trip. Thank you, Jose and Nuno!
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Jacquelinesj5309sp
May 8, 2025
We LOVED our guide, Jose! - Loved Jose! Took us to places we would not have gone ourselves. Enjoyed local fare. Funny and very knowledgeable. Gave us great ideas for the rest of our vacation. Great guide who felt like our friend in the end
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Jmagnuson
Apr 25, 2025
Jose is a gem. - Jose is outstanding. He is exceedingly versed on all aspects and nuances of Portugal and its unparalleled and deep history. Add a little Bob Dylan or Keith Richards to the analysis, and he ties the past and the present together seamlessly. He is a joy to spend time with and he knows how to get things done and to help you to see and understand what interests you most. You would be hard pressed to do better.
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