Tour Sintra from Lisbon: Explore Fairy-Tale Palaces and the Stunning Guincho Beach with Pickup

Embark on a private tour from Lisbon to Sintra and immerse yourself in a fairy-tale world. Visit enchanting palaces, explore stunning beaches, and capture breathtaking views. Book now and discover the magic of Sintra with Lisbon Daytrip!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • National Palace of Pena - Explore the Pena National Palace, renowned as one of the world’s most stunning palaces. The tour includes access to its magnificent gardens and the palace’s interior.
  • Sintra National Palace - Experience the enchanting town of Sintra on a private tour from Lisbon with a knowledgeable driver and a panoramic minivan….
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Pick up at the hotel in Lisbon
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Tickets or meals
Additional Information

Embark on a magical journey to Sintra on this private tour from Lisbon, accompanied by a knowledgeable driver in a comfortable panoramic minivan. Explore the enchanting Palace of Pena, the intriguing Quinta da Regaleira, the historic National Palace of Sintra, or the stunning Monserrate Palace. Delight in a tasty pastry during a stop in Sintra’s…

Location
National Palace of Pena
Estrada da Pena
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mitkos995
Apr 8, 2026
Francisko Made Our Trip Unforgettable ! - We had an amazing time thanks to Francisko! He’s not just a guide, he really cares about making the experience special. Super friendly, easy to talk to, and full of interesting information. You can tell he loves what he does. Would definitely tour with him again!
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Niccoleo2023
Apr 7, 2026
Sintra - Francisco is amazing. He will work with you to do what is best for your group! Highly recommend for whatever you are doing and however many people you have.
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Cheryl_m
Mar 31, 2026
The way to see Sintra and the Lisbon coast. - Francisco is a wonderful guide and this is definitely the way to see Sintra and the Lisbon coast. Francisco give you all of the historical and geographical information you might want but he tailors everything to his guests’ preferences and interests. We very strongly recommend this tour with Francisco!
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Y7473klcherylm
Mar 30, 2026
The tour you need to take to Sintra. - This is the tour to take! Francisco is absolutely wonderful. So focused on making sure that you will have a wonderful time and see and do everything that is important to you. He is extremely attentive and thinks of everything, going way beyond the basics. Francisco provides historical and geographic background and loads of pointers on what to see and how to access it. We very strongly recommend this tour with Francisco!
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Fellowtraveler305894
Jan 7, 2026
Book this tour! - Book this tour! Francisco is the guide for you! He will pick you up promptly, cater the day to your preferences, and give you the most memorable day filled with history, knowledge, and tips to get the most from each stop. We came away feeling that we saw a LOT in just one day, but not rushed, tired or overwhelmed. If we had more days, we would explore other areas with him😊 Thank you again, Francisco!
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Kdblanchard1973
Dec 24, 2025
Do not miss this OUTSTANDING experience!! - The Sintra Tour from Lisbon was absolutely outstanding. Our guide, Francisco Basso of Lisbon Daytrip, was a true professional from start to finish. He picked us up right on time at our hotel and, during the drive to Sintra, shared a wealth of insight and history about Portugal, Lisbon, and Sintra that really set the tone for the day. Once in Sintra, we stopped at the famous Piriquita bakery, where we tried an original Travesseiro and a Queijada de Sintra - both were genuinely life-changing. From there, we entered Quinta de Regaleira right at our scheduled time. The Initiation Well, the grounds, and the mansion were absolutely stunning and lived up to the hype. Next, we headed to Pena National Palace. Unfortunately, the weather turned rainy and foggy on the way up, and due to time constraints we weren’t able to tour the interior. This is the one thing I would do differently - either allow more time for the interior visit or plan a return trip specifically for it. We finished the day in Cascais with a wonderful lunch, gelato, and some relaxed shopping. Francisco then dropped us off at Praça do Comércio near the cruise terminal, which was very convenient. Overall, this was a fantastic experience. A private tour is absolutely the way to go, and I can’t recommend Francisco Basso and Lisbon Daytrip highly enough.
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Seaside593688
Oct 6, 2025
Day Trip to Sintra! - Excellent day trip to Sintra with Francisco! He provided a wonderful overall history of the areas we visited as well as other helpful insights and recommendations for our visit. This was a highlight of our trip and we highly recommend!
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Susan
Sep 5, 2025
Sintra - fairy tales everywhere! - Sintra really is a fairy tale! A beautiful castle at the top of the world and palaces everywhere below. We did the Pina Palace and the Regaleira. Cute little town with charm and old world stories at every corner. Francisco’s knowledge of the area and history is so great! Excellent tour in a very comfortable vehicle.
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B6585xipaulf
Sep 3, 2025
Sintra and the coast … must do - Sintra was carefree with our amazing guide Francisco. It was our 3rd day with him, we wish we could have taken with for the rest of our time in Portugal. Very knowledgeable about the country and each destination. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Yehheeh
Jun 9, 2025
Unforgettable Private Tour to Sintra with Francisco! - We had an incredible 8-hour private tour to Sintra with Francisco from Lisbon Daytrip. He was professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable. Being a local born and raised near Cascais, Francisco gave us a true insider’s view of the region. He customized the day to our interests, taking us to iconic sites like Pena Palace and other locations with breathtaking views. Traveling by private car made everything smooth and relaxing, and his timing helped us avoid crowds at every stop. Moreover, Francisco’s English proficiency was excellent, with only a slight accent, making communication effortless. Throughout our 20-day Europe trip, we had several other tour guides, and many of them had strong accents that made it difficult to fully enjoy the experience. With Francisco, we had no trouble understanding him at all, which added greatly to the quality of the tour. This was by far one of the highlights of our Europe trip. If you're visiting Lisbon and want a stress-free, informative, and memorable day trip to Sintra, Francisco is the guide to book!
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From $83
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).