Sintra Half-Day Private Tour: Including Pena Palace
At a glance
Sintra Half-Day Private Tour: Including Pena Palace is a 6h private experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by SWINGO by Avenidas. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 656 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $153.54 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Free Wi-Fi.
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 656 travellers
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Sintra is a magical and romantic location known to many across the globe. Come discover all of its natural and architectural wonders in a day you won’t soon forget! Considered many times to be the Romantic Capital of the World, Sintra will surely fill your hearts with love. Considered by UNESCO to be a World Heritage Site, Sintra has some great highlights for you to experience.
Of the four magnificent Sintra wonders suggested in the itinerary, you will have the magical experience of visiting one of your choice, alongside Pena Palace (tickets only for Pena Palace are included with the Skip-The-Line option).
Let the adventure begin!
What's included
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Free Wi-Fi
- Driver/guide
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance fees - In case you chose SKIP THE LINE, Pena Palace tickets are included.
- Pena Palace
- Quinta da Regaleira PR Monserrate Palace OR Sintra National Palace ( Optional )
Itinerary
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Stop 1
After more than a century as a holiday resort, Cascais has a certain notoriety that more recent resorts lack. Its history is visible in the villas along the coast. The sheltered sandy bay was once a prehistoric fishing port.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Before moving towards Cabo da Roca, You may want take a stroll through the historical center of Sintra. This is a good time to rest, lunch and try out some traditional regional pastries. Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Continental Europe, is yet another great spot to take some pictures and feel the sea breeze.
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Stop 3 · 1h 30m
We take-off from Lisbon in the morning heading directly to the UNESCO-listed Pena Palace. The 19th-century Romantic palace is a wonder to discover and one you will not soon forget. It is one of the best places to take pictures. It’s placed high on top of the mountain with a splendid view that stretches for miles, all the way to the Ocean.
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Stop 4 · 1h
We'll take a stroll through the historical center of Sintra. This is a good time to rest, lunch and try out some traditional regional pastries. You'll enjoy one hour of free time!
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Stop 5 · 1h
The stunning Quinta da Regaleira is yet another UNESCO-listed site which has anciently carved buildings, incredible gardens and a gothic breeze that will enchant anyone who dares to enter. Full of history behind it, you will learn all about the caves, secret wells and art that originated from the Masonry, the Templars and the Rose Cross.
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Stop 6 · 1h
This magnificent property is a jungle of exotic trees and flowering shrubs. Its’ history dates back to the time of the Moors, but it was named after a small 16th century chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Monteserrat, from Catalonia, Spain.
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Stop 7 · 1h
In the heart of the village of Sintra, a pair of unusual conical chimneys rise above the Royal Palace. This Palace became the favourite summer retreat of the court and continued, as the residence of the Portuguese royalty, until the 1980s. The gradual reconstruction of the palace resulted in a fascinating amalgam of styles.
( Suggested Monument )
Meeting point
Please enter your pickup address for our offered pickup and drop-off.
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Skip-the-Line enables access directly to the entrance line, and avoids the ticket lines at Pena Palace..
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Sintra Half-Day Private Tour: Including Pena Palace take?
The experience lasts about 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $153.54 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off; Private tour; Free Wi-Fi; Driver/guide.
Where does it start?
Please enter your pickup address for our offered pickup and drop-off.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 656 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lisbon.
