Pickup at your hotel in Lisbon
Your private day begins with pickup at your hotel in Lisbon. Meet your driver-guide and settle into your private vehicle before setting off for Sintra.
Daily tour
Our best-selling private tour
Private Sintra, Cascais and Estoril Tour
Step into colourful Pena Palace with entry tickets included, wander charming Sintra and follow the Atlantic coast to Cabo da Roca, Cascais and Estoril — all in one unforgettable private day from Lisbon.
Tripadvisor 4.9 · 1,061 reviews
8 hours
Private group
Lisbon pickup
Tour overview
The Sintra day you came to Portugal for.
A colourful palace above green hills, the charm of old Sintra and the Atlantic stretching beyond dramatic cliffs: this is our best-selling private day from Lisbon. With a dedicated driver-guide and a vehicle just for your group, discover the places that make this region unforgettable, from Pena Palace to Cascais and Estoril.
Pena Palace entry tickets are included in your tour. Step into its romantic world of vivid façades, decorative details and sweeping views, then enjoy Sintra’s historic centre before heading towards the coast. Cabo da Roca brings the drama of the Atlantic, Cascais adds a beautiful bay and lively streets, and Estoril completes the day with its elegant seaside setting.
The standard route balances one palace visit with Sintra and the coast. Adding another palace or monument can make the eight-hour day very tight, so contact us to enquire before the tour. A maximum of two monument visits is possible in one day, including Pena, subject to timing and availability. Only Pena Palace tickets are included; admission to any additional palace or monument is paid separately.
Pena Palace tickets included
Discover Sintra’s colourful hilltop icon, with palace entry tickets already part of your tour.
The charm of old Sintra
Explore historic lanes and cafés, with time to enjoy the village atmosphere and local pastry traditions.
Atlantic views at Cabo da Roca
Stand at continental Europe’s westernmost point and take in the cliffs and open ocean, conditions permitting.
Cascais and elegant Estoril
Enjoy a beautiful seaside bay and coastal scenery, travelling privately with your own driver-guide.
Gallery
A palace above the hills. An ocean beyond the cliffs.
Discover Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca and the seaside beauty of Cascais and Estoril. Pena Palace entry tickets are included in this private day.
Suggested itinerary
From fairy-tale Sintra to the Atlantic coast.
Pena Palace entry tickets are included. The eight-hour route is planned around palace admission, traffic and weather. Adding a second monument can make the day very tight and may shorten other stops; contact us to enquire. Maximum two monument visits in total, including Pena. All other entrance tickets are extra.
Pena Palace — entry tickets included
Discover the colourful palace that crowns the Sintra hills, a striking expression of nineteenth-century Romanticism. Admire its rich architectural details and views across the surrounding landscape, and visit the palace with entry tickets included in your tour. The route follows the admission time and official access arrangements.
Sintra’s historic centre
Enjoy the atmosphere of Sintra’s winding lanes, small shops and café terraces beneath the hills. Your driver-guide shares the stories behind this royal retreat, with time for photographs and a look around the centre. If you fancy a local treat, try a travesseiro or queijada at your own expense. Lunch is not included; your guide can suggest a suitable stop.
Cabo da Roca and the Atlantic
Continue towards Cabo da Roca, continental Europe’s westernmost point, where cliffs meet the open Atlantic. Take in the lighthouse setting and wide ocean views, with a photo stop when weather and access conditions allow. The journey from Sintra to the coast is part of the day’s appeal.
Cascais and its seaside charm
Discover Cascais, a former fishing town that became a favourite seaside retreat. Its sheltered bay, waterfront and lively historic centre offer a different side of the Lisbon region. Enjoy time to stroll and take photographs, with the length of the stop shaped by the day’s route.
Estoril and return to Lisbon
Follow the coastal route through Estoril, known for its elegant seaside atmosphere, gardens and historic casino setting. Enjoy the views along the Lisbon coast before returning to your hotel or agreed drop-off point in Lisbon.
Included
Part of the group price
- Pena Palace entry tickets
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Lisbon area
- Private driver-guide in English, Portuguese or Spanish
- Bottled water and Wi-Fi when available
- Passenger accident insurance and local support
Not included
Paid separately
- Entry tickets to any palace, estate or monument other than Pena Palace
- Lunch, snacks and additional drinks
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Practical information
Pena included. A second monument by arrangement.
Want to add Quinta da Regaleira, Queluz Palace, Monserrate Palace, the National Palace of Sintra or the Moorish Castle? Contact us to enquire about one additional visit. A second monument can make this day very tight and may require shorter coastal stops or a revised route. The maximum is two monument visits in total, including Pena, subject to feasibility and availability. Only Pena Palace tickets are included; every additional entrance ticket is paid separately.
Pena Palace tickets included
Pena Palace entry tickets are included in the tour price. Palace admission follows a scheduled entry time, so the route is organised around it. Additional palace and monument tickets are not included.
Hills and coastal weather
Bring comfortable shoes and a light layer: Sintra and Cabo da Roca can be cooler, windier or foggier than Lisbon. Coastal photo stops depend on weather and access conditions.
Walking and access
Expect slopes, steps and uneven paving at Pena and in Sintra’s historic streets. Tell us about mobility needs before the tour so we can discuss a suitable route.
Operator
WALKBORDER LDA
Insurance
ALLIANZ — Apólice nº 203377964
RNAVT
RNAVT nº 5861
Guest feedback
A private route with space for Sintra and the coast.
Review summary
Read more reviews“Hugo coordinates an excellent service. The guide Eduardo was very knowledgeable and kind.”
Alessandro G · Brazil
July 2026 · Couple
“The route felt organised without becoming rigid. Our guide adapted the pace for the children, explained the history clearly and helped us choose the right palace.”
Sarah M. · United States
May 2026 · Family
Frequently asked questions
Before you request availability.
No. The enquiry only asks us to verify availability. The booking becomes confirmed after you receive the written proposal, accept the conditions and complete the required payment.
Most private day tours use a group price for a defined vehicle capacity. Each tour page states the group size, price and any exceptions.
The tour page lists transport, guide, pickup, tickets, water, tolls and taxes when applicable. Lunch, optional tickets and personal expenses are normally separate unless stated otherwise.
Yes, within the available time, geography, ticket conditions and operational limits. Major changes should be agreed before confirmation.
Sometimes, but availability depends on guides, vehicles and monument tickets. Same-day and next-day requests should also be followed by phone or WhatsApp.
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Plan your private tour
Make Sintra the highlight of your stay.
Choose our favourite private day from Lisbon: Pena Palace entry tickets included, charming Sintra and the Atlantic coast through Cascais and Estoril. Send your date and group size to check availability. For a second palace or monument, contact us to enquire; its entrance ticket is extra.
