Day Trips from Portugal to Lisbon

Escape the busy streets of Lisbon and head to the south for a day spent in the beautiful Arrabida Natural Park. Alongside a private guide, stop in the small village of Sesimbra to explore its streets and the castle. Then, take in the stunning landscapes of Arrabida as you drive to the park’s most scenic viewpoints. You also have the option to stop at a famous vineyard for a wine tasting.

Rather than writing off the transit between Porto and Lisbon, make the most of your travel time with a private transfer service that includes two sightseeing stops. Choose to break up the journey in either Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima, or Coimbra when you tailor your itinerary, and relish the freedom to explore at your own pace and travel with just you and your party.

We start this romantic tour through the Queluz Palace and continue to Mafra where we will visit the Convent / Palace of Mafra, pass through the miniature village of José Franco and end in the wonderful village of Ericeira.

Sintra, a mountain town of fairytale castles, sprawls over a large area. Say no to shuttle bus lines and yes to seamless private transfers on this guided package, with onboard Wi-Fi and 2-way transfers from Lisbon. See romantic Pena National Palace and Instagram favorite Quinta da Regaleira, then enjoy a winery tour and tasting. Your wine experience is included, but other tickets are at your expense.

The royal retreat of Sintra, the charming fishing village of Cascais, and the spectacular cape known as Cabo da Roca are conveniently close together—but time-consuming to visit by public transport. Save around three hours’ travel and skip the self-drive stress when you prebook this private tour with pickup and drop-off from your choice of Lisbon location. Your tour includes onboard Wi-Fi but entrance fees are at your own expense.

History and religion are the main themes of this trip. But we must not forget the hard work of the fishermen and the waves!

Get in-depth insight into one of the world’s most important Christian pilgrimage sites on a private tour of Fátima, a 700-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site. At a pace suited to you, you’ll explore top Fátima attractions such as the Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima, while enjoying the undivided attention of your private guide. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off, WiFi on board, bottled water, and all taxes and insurance included.

Discover some of Portugal’s best-known historical and coastal attractions, all in one day—and enjoy a seamless way to explore beyond Lisbon city limits—on this private, full-day tour. With hotel pickup and transit included, enjoy a worry-free journey to the UNESCO-listed Sintra, and admire its many palaces. Then, visit Cabo do Roca—the westernmost part of continental Europe—and the beach resort of Cascais.

A great choice for history buffs, this tour takes you to several important religious sites. Visit the Church of the Most Holy Trinity, Chapel of the Apparitions, Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Monastery of the Battle. You’ll also visit the Lighthouse of Nazare and spend some time in the picturesque town of Obidos.

It takes just a few hours to drive from Lisbon to Porto, but some of Portugal’s most popular destinations are on the way. Maximize your trip with this combination transfer service, which includes two sightseeing stops. Choose from the following five options: the walled city of Óbidos; the surfing mecca of Nazaré; the pilgrimage site of Fátima; Coimbra, with its UNESCO World Heritage–listed university; and Aveiro, Portugal’s city of canals.

Check off Nazaré and Obidos in a day, without having to put in the hours of research time, thanks to this hassle-free private tour. The trip starts with pickup from your hotel, followed by a scenic ride to Nazaré. Later, discover the medieval village of Obidos before a convenient return to your hotel.

Experience the charm of Sintra and the Portuguese Riviera without spending hours planning on this private day trip from Lisbon. Round-trip car transfers save you waiting for irregular trains, while skip-the-line tickets to Quinta Regaleira and Palacio Nacional (if option selected) ensure you sail past crowds waiting to enter these top landmarks.

The Mafra National Palace is the most important symbol of Baroque architecture in Portugal, built in the 18th century. Located in the heart of the village of Mafra, it is the only National Monument that includes a Royal Palace, a Basilica and a Convent. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2019, it has over 40,000 m2 and 1,200 rooms including unique spaces and instruments. This is the case of the Library with a collection of over 36 thousand volumes, the bell set consisting of two chimes with a total of 98 bells and the 6 organs that echoed again in the Basilica in 2010. Near Mafra, by the sea, we find the traditional fishing village Ericeira.We became World Surfing Reserve in 2011, (the 2nd globally distinguished reserve and the only one in Europe). Integrated in the Municipality of Mafra, it stretches between the beaches of Empa and São Lourenço, in a coastal strip that concentrates seven world-class waves in a space of only 4 Km: Pedra Branca, Reef, Ribeira d'Ilhas, Cave, Crazy Left. , Coxos and São Lourenço

From Lisbon, tour to the south bank of the Tagus, with passage through various points of historical, cultural and landscape interest. So close to the capital is the beautiful and typical fishing village of Sesimbra, with distinct landscapes - the beaches, a lagoon, a sanctuary, a castle, the natural park, a convent and a taste of wines... will be worth apena! This is our proposal for another amazing tour and day. But being a private tour, if the customer has any preference, we can adjust the itinerary according to the possibilities.

Private tour to the Shrine of Fatima, Monastery of the Battle, Nazaré, São Martinho do Porto, Foz do Arelho and Vila de Óbidos. This is our proposal for another amazing tour. But if the customer has any preference, we can adjust the itinerary according to the possibilities.

Tour with exit from Sesimbra towards Lisbon. Visit to the Shrine of the Christ King. Passage through the 25th of April Bridge towards Bethlehem, where you can visit the Monastery of Jerónimos, the Pattern of Discoveries and the Tower of Bethlehem. Lunch in a restaurant in the Docas de Lisboa (or other suggestion). Free time in the area of Lisbon (Rossio and Chiado). Pass by Alfama on the way back and pass by Vasco da Gama Bridge until you arrive in Sesimbra.

In Mafra municipality The great royal lifestyle of the 18th and 19th Centuries, before and after 1755 earthquake, influenced by world maritime trade, contrasting with the peasants vivid rurality, all this assaulted by Napoleon ́s wars. To fully understand the identity of the Portuguese as the People of the Sea. The centrality of all this is a huge marble building, the biggest complex of Palace Convent Basilica and military base in Europe, vision of the early 1700 ́s Sun King. Here you find a 98 bells set, the one best preserved in the world and still beautifully playing. In Sobreiro or Aldeia da Mata Pequena, experience and interpret the simplicity of living through the hard rural life achievements, reality of Portugal peasants till the early 1980 ́s. And don’t forget, the Pão de Mafra and \ or the Pão con Chouriço, or the Fradinho and the Ouriços of Ericeira.

Tantalize your taste buds on this private day trip to the Setúbal region from Lisbon. Enjoy a great introduction to the wines and cheeses of this region as you stop at multiple wineries for tastings to sample various varietals. Admire the surrounding nature and explore the landscape at your leisure with your dedicated guide and vehicle.

Taste your way through two historic Portuguese wineries on a full-day, private tour from Lisbon to Cheleiros and Bucelas. Discover distinctive varieties and local grapes, and get a personal introduction to the wine regions of Portugal. Sample artisanal olive oil with traditional breads with plenty of time to explore two picture-perfect, rural villages and their surrounding vineyards.

With a complex architectural history, Sintra’s National Palace of Queluz is best explored with a guide. Go deeper on this private tour of the palace and its decadent gardens, which also includes a visit to Lisbon’s Ajuda National Palace (Sintra’s Monserrate Palace is the substitute if this is closed). For ease, your tour includes skip-the-line tickets, guiding, and 2-way transfers from your Lisbon address or the cruise port.

Marvel at the charming combination of history and natural beauty on this full-day private guided tour of Arrábida from Lisbon. Drive to the renowned culinary region of Azeitão and discover flavorful wines and aromatic cheeses. You will see the natural beauty of Arrábida Mountain Park and explore top cultural attractions like Arrábida Convent, the medieval tide mill and Forte de São Filipe. Plus, enjoy a more personalized experience with a private guide.

Skip the hassle of driving or navigating public transport on a private tour of Óbidos and Mafra from Lisbon. Wander the streets of a walled town with history dating back to the 4th century BC. With your local guide, enjoy a personalized experience and convenient hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

We are committed to offering you the best experience this day in our company. We will first visit the sanctuary of our Lady of Fatima, one of the greatest references of Marian worship, to which pilgrims from all over the world come. A place of Christian pilgrimage and Catholic devotion, preserves the memory of the events that led to its foundation, namely the apparitions of Our Lady to the three little shepherds – Lucia dos Santos, Francisco and Jacinta Marto – in 1917. Visit to the House of Pastorinhos, and the House of Lucia Museum. Time to visit the village After this stop we head to the medieval village of Óbidos so that you can explore the singularity of the village inside the castle, unique and timeless. See you soon :)

Explore the rich history and culture of Lisbon and Sintra on this full-day tour. Discover the main points of the vibrant city of Lisbon, including historical monuments and stunning views. Then travel to Sintra, famous for its charming palaces, and visit Cape da Roca, the westernmost point in Europe. This tour is ideal for those looking for a dive into the Portuguese beauties in one day. - Full day tour of Lisbon and Sintra - Includes visit to the historical monuments of Lisbon - Explore the palaces and nature of Sintra - Visit Cape da Roca, the westernmost point in Europe