Small-Group Lisbon to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo Roca, Cascais

4.9
(1,722 reviews)
Lisbon, Portugal

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 3 more

Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and the Cascais coast. Visit the iconic Pena Palace, explore the historic village of Sintra, admire dramatic views at Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and relax along the Cascais coastline. After lunch, we return to Lisbon around 4:30 PM.

With great local guides, the tour combines engaging explanations, with leisure time to explore at your own pace. Along the way, stroll through charming streets, taste local pastries, enjoy the views, take photos, and learn about Portugal’s history, culture, and daily life.

- Pickup in Lisbon centre
- Pena Palace interior & Park or Pena Park (select option)
- Sintra
- Regaleira (optional**)
- Cabo Roca
- Cascais & Estoril
- Drop-off in Lisbon

Important Information
*Choose your palace ticket option: 1- Pena Palace interior and Park; 2- Pena Park (exterior - no visit to rooms);
Note: ** Regaleira ticket not included - please inform team before 2:00 PM, we can book for you (21€ each)

What's Included

Pick-up and Drop-off Lisbon - city center hotels
Local Guide: great balance between guided tour and free time to enjoy
Choose ticket Options: 1- Pena Palace interior & Park, OR Option 2- Pena Park (exterior)
Small group of 8, shared comfortable van (no big buses). WI-FI, AC
Regaleira option (self-guided) - please inform us before 2:PM - we can book and you pay the guide
Food and drinks not included
Tours can be bilingual (operated in 2 languages)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup in Lisbon city centre, from 7h40 at hotels downtown or 7h50 Uptown - we will confirm time the day before. In case we have no parking access or your hotel is not in the centre, we might ask you to walk 5 min to a nearby meeting-point. If your hotel is not listed, choose the closest from where you are staying, or select one of the meeting points (Praça Luis de Camões 7h40 / Praça Figueira 7h40 / Hard Rock 7h45 / Evolution Saldanha 7h45 / Praça Marquês de Pombal 7h55).
Maximum waiting is 5 minutes, for both pickup and after meeting points during the visits, to avoid delaying the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Park and National Palace of Pena

    Visit to the Pena Palace interior and Park (select ticket option ). The Pena Palace is one of the best representations of 19th century Romanticism in Europe. Being the second-highest point in the Serra de Sintra (over 500m above sea level), it will amaze you with its unique architecture and spectacular views. King Ferdinand II - the king-artist - fell in love with Sintra, and following the purchase of the property, decided to build a unique castle and park, with 500 plant species from all corners of the world. The palace incorporates Manueline and Moorish architectural influences, that together will give you an atmosphere of “a thousand and one nights.”. An unforgettable experience (see ticket options).

    1 hour 50 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Centro Historico de Sintra

    In the center of Sintra you can either stay in the village, view the National Palace or walk to visit Regaleira (tickets not included). Also, a great option is to stay, and enjoy the wonders of this beautiful medieval little town, walking the narrow streets, feel the local atmosphere and then grab a coffee and try local pastry "Travesseiro".

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Quinta da Regaleira

    Regaleira is a 19th century Villa, known as Palácio da Regaleira. Located in the center of Sintra, it was bought by a Portuguese businessman who was fascinated by secret orders such as Freemasonry and the Templars. Regaleira was transformed into a palace surrounded by gardens, lakes, caves and enigmatic constructions, symbolic places, typical of secret societies and rituals. A unique monument influenced by Romantic, Neo-Gothic and Manueline architecture. When in Sintra you can walk to see Quinta da Regaleira (optional - please inform the team in case you wish to visit).

    1 hour 40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Sintra National Palace (Pass by)

    Sintra National Palace is one of the most important royal palaces from the 12th century, built by the moors initially, and later further developed and expanded during different monarchs' reign. This was one of the most important political centers, during the discoveries of the 15th and 16th centuries. It has the most relevant moorish ceramic tiles collection in Portugal.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Cabo da Roca

    We will stop at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. After your Sintra's visit, you will stop here to take pictures, get a bit of fresh air, and relax.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Centro Historico de Cascais

    Cascais will amaze you, with its mix of a little fishing village, together with the sophistication of a place where kings and queens would spend part of their summer. Time to relax and have a nice meal.

    1 hour 50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Estoril (Pass by)

    A quick view of Estoril, where kings were living and spies would come to meet during World War II. Fancy James Bond? You will know a bit of history also.

    Admission ticket free

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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 2x Ticket options: 1- Pena Palace interior & Park; Option 2- Pena Park (exterior only)
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