Sintra Palaces Private Tour with Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira

Your full-day small-group guided tour of Lisbon and Sintra begins by meeting your knowledgeable guide in central Lisbon. Strap into your comfortable air-conditioned minivan and set off on your tour. Visit local landmarks with the ease, stopping to hear your guide illuminate the historical significance behind each one.

Hear about the Great Lisbon Earthquake of 1755, and the innovative architecture boom the followed. Learn about the compelling Romanesque and Baroque facades. See the magnificent Lisbon Cathedral (Sé de Lisboa), one of the oldest in the city, as well as Jeronimos Monastery. Explore Lisbon’s charming neighborhoods, such as Belém. Take photos at the Tagus River and the Monument to the Discoveries. It’s not a true trip to Lisbon without tasting some famous Portuguese fare. Try a famous Portuguese pastry called pastel de Belem.

Enjoy free time at the Monastery of Jerónimos (skip the line ticket included). Then, spend the second half of the day exploring Sintra and the Pena Palace (ticket included). This enchanting village, a short drive from Lisbon proper, is a great place to unwind and take in the historic royal sites. Stroll the UNESCO World Heritage Site. See stunning views and beautiful scenery. Enjoy a drive through Sintra Natural Park, and at the top of the mountain visit the Pena Palace. After, sit back on your leisurely ride back to Lisbon.

• Your full-day small-group guided tour of Lisbon and Sintra begins by meeting your knowledgeable guide in central Lisbon. Strap into your comfortable air-conditioned minivan and set off on your tour. Visit local landmarks with the ease, stopping to hear your guide illuminate the historical significance behind each one. Hear about the Great Lisbon Earthquake of 1755, and the innovative architecture boom the followed. Learn about the compelling Romanesque and Baroque facades. See the magnificent Lisbon Cathedral (Sé de Lisboa), one of the oldest in the city, as well as Jeronimos Monastery. Explore Lisbon’s charming neighborhoods, such as Belém. Take photos at the Tagus River and the Monument to the Discoveries. It’s not a true trip to Lisbon without tasting some famous Portuguese fare. Try a famous Portuguese pastry called pastel de Belem. Enjoy free time at the Monastery of Jerónimos (skip the line ticket included). Then, spend the second half of the day exploring Sintra and the Pena Palace (ticket included). This enchanting village, a short drive from Lisbon proper, is a great place to unwind and take in the historic royal sites. Stroll the UNESCO World Heritage Site. See stunning views and beautiful scenery. Enjoy a drive through Sintra Natural Park, and at the top of the mountain visit the Pena Palace. After, sit back on your leisurely ride back to Lisbon.

Sintra, the Moon’s Hill, is one of those places full of magic and mystery where nature and man combined in a perfect symbiosis which UNESCO has classified a World Heritage site.

Take a walk through the mysterious Pena Park (ticket included), with an astonishing variety of plants and trees. Feel like royalty as you enter the romantic Pena National Palace (ticket included) at the top of the Sintra Mountain with amazing views. Lunch break in old Sintra - do not miss the opportunity to taste the delicious pastries from this village: Travesseiro and Queijada. You still have some time to visit the National Palace (ticket not included). 

Visiting Quinta da Regaleira (after lunch) is like travel on an imaginary universe full of symbols and metaphor, connecting with masonry. There is always a sign of something intense, transcendent and mysterious. It's the last visit before heading back to Lisbon.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Infant / child seats are mandatory for children aged 0-11. These are available on request if child age is advised at time of booking.
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate