Day Trips from Portugal to Sintra

Exploring Sintra’s scattered landmarks in one day can be difficult without transport and local insight. This full-day tour from Lisbon makes it easy to visit highlights such as Pena Palace and the village of Sintra. Continue to Cabo da Roca and Cascais, with round-trip transport included for a smooth, comprehensive day.

The enchanting village of Sintra is a must-visit when you’re in the Lisbon area. See the sights that interest you the most when you book this customizable tour of the mountain village. There are numerous castles, palaces, and landmarks to see such as the colorful Pena Palace, the mystical Quinta da Regaleira, the stately Monserrate Palace, and the beautiful views at Roca Cape.

No visit to Lisbon is complete without seeing Sintra—a UNESCO-listed wonderland home to fairy tale palaces, grottoes, and gardens. Skip the hassle of renting a car and the expense of taxis on this private tour that easily transports you between top sights such as Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, and the Moorish Castle.

Swap the city for the fairytale palaces and coastal splendor of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril on a stress-free day trip that stops at each of these top locations. This private tour means you won’t have to wait for large groups, can take comfort breaks whenever you like, and will benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide.

With its misty, hilly landscapes and opulent palaces, Sintra—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—shouldn’t be missed when visiting Lisbon, but getting there from Lisbon usually involves tracking down train schedules. Ideal for time-pressed travelers who prefer to leave the planning to someone else, this private full-day tour takes in the highlights with none of the stress, traveling from central Lisbon by air-conditioned minivan.

Explore the wonders of Sintra and the coastal beauty of Cascais. Choose to visit the charming Palace of Pena, National Palace of Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira or the Castle of the Moors. This walk you offers flexibility in Sintra to choose what you like best! Get lost in the historic streets of Sintra, considered the most romantic village of Portugal and enjoy the stunning views of Cabo da Roca. In Cascais, we will visit the mouth of Hell and you will enjoy the charm of its beaches and the relaxing atmosphere of the city. During the period in the village of Sintra the moves to the monuments is made on account of the passengers.

Sintra is a charming Portuguese city that is located within the hills of the Serra de Sintra. Hidden among these pine-covered hills are extravagant palaces, luxurious mansions and the ruins of an ancient castle. The Sintra tour is a mix of discovery. Monte da Lua is a place full of magic and mystery where nature and man come together in a perfect symbiosis, considered one of the most important Romantic heritage sites in Europe, it is classified as a World Heritage Site.

Get out of Lisbon and experience two spectacular nearby villages—Sintra, and Cascais. Sintra is home to one of the world’s most beautiful palaces and a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Pena Palace. Cascais is a picturesque Portuguese fishing village with pristine beaches, and nature spots. Save time waiting for other travelers, and enjoy the luxury of a tour that’s catered to your needs. Door-to-door private transport is included, as well as on board Wi-Fi and bottled water.

Swap Lisbon for an action-packed half-day tour of the picturesque town of Sintra. Save time figuring out the public transport schedule, and instead, enjoy the luxury of having a round-trip private transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle. Stop off at many top Sintra highlights along the way, including Pena Palace, the historical center of Sintra, and Quinta da Regaleira.

Even time-poor travelers can get a taste of scenic Cascais, Cabo da Roca, and the Sintra UNESCO World Heritage Site on this private half-day tour, available in morning or afternoon options to suit your schedule. Onboard Wi-Fi means you can upload photos as you go, while pickup and drop-off from locations across Lisbon saves time and stress. Your package includes one stop, with entrance fees at your own expense.

With opulent palaces and ornate estates spread across pine-clad hills, Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the beauty of this royal retreat without negotiating Lisbon’s public transport on this private tour by air-conditioned minivan—with onboard Wi-Fi so you don’t waste a second of the journey. Your package includes 2-way private transfers to and from your choice of Lisbon location, but entrance fees are at your own expense.

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.

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.

Put down your guidebook and enjoy a private day trip of Sintra highlights organized for you. Instead of booking a taxi, the trip begins with hotel pickup and includes comfortable transportation between sites in an air-conditioned minivan. Highlights on the route include the Moorish Castle, the Park and National Palace of Pena, Quinta da Regaleira, and Sintra’s historic center.

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.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra is a true treasure trove of history, where you can find historical remains from the Bronze Age at stations that have been diverted from Portugal’s history. This tour includes tickets to Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace, as well as tickets for the transfer, which is a minibus that takes you from the main gate of the Palace to the main entrance of the building. Explore Sintra at your own pace. Photograph the airy Moorish Castle from Pena Palace. Built-in Wi-Fi keeps you connected without roaming charges. Hassle-free round-trip transfers from addresses in Lisbon, Sintra and Cascais.

If you like History? If yes this is the tour! The 4 most stunning Palaces in Lisbon and surroundings! We present these wonderful monuments full of stories, myths and legends. Where you can spend an amazing day! We start this tour by passing non-stop by the Palaces of Lisbon Palace of Belem, official presidential residence and Palace of Ajuda, we continue to Palace of Queluz, one of the most beautiful monuments in Portugal and one of the last great Rococo palaces in Europe, we continue to Sintra, Palace National da Pena also known as Pena Palace and Pena Castle, one of the main expressions of 19th century architectural Romanticism, in Sintra we also pass by the Sintra National Palace and end your tour in Mafra, National Palace and Convent of Mafra.

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 experience starts in the train station, and it's tailor-made for you and your guests. The first stop is the historic center of Sintra, for an accurate historical explanation of the village, then we drive to Quinta da Regaleira. After Regaleira its now time for lunch, right before we visit the western point of Europe, on our way back we cross the natural park heading to Pena Palace. During the day you can see four palaces, one castle and the most western point of Europe, with several stops for the best views and pictures. We recommend the visit inside 2 monuments. The experience is totally flexible according to your personal needs. And of course, we have some treats for you :) See you soon!

Sintra was for a long time a royal sanctuary, with its farms and palaces. The Peña National Palace on top of the hill is known for its extravagant appearance and colors and for its stunning landscape... Cape da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. Passage through Cascais and Estoril. This is our proposal for another incredible tour, in a unique place, mystical and full of history. But being a private tour, if the customer has any preference, we can adjust the itinerary according to the possibilities.

See Sintra-Cascais Natural Park on two wheels with a guide during this e-bike excursion. Avoid getting lost during your travels from Lisbon on the train to Sintra/Cascais, and cover more ground as you explore the natural park on your e-bike for a low-impact ride. Ride through the tunnels of Quinta da Regaleira, pass through Sintra village, and to one of the highest points, Santuario da Peninha.

Sintra and Cascais offer rich history and scenic landscapes to explore on a private full-day tour. Customize your itinerary to visit top sights such as Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Roca Cape, Moorish Castle, and Queluz Castle. Enjoy certified guides, private transport with hotel pickup, and skip-the-line-access to most monuments for a seamless experience.