Day Trip to Sintra and Cascais + Palacio da Pena, Lisbon

Excellent tour, the guide was attentive and entertaining. The cities were very beautiful and had a lot to see. By govern...

Alfonso Lopez

Enjoy a day trip to Sintra & Cascais—two must-see Portuguese towns just a short drive from Lisbon. Also visit the Palacio da Pena, the crowning jewel of Sintra!

Details

Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and another language.

Included

Minibus Transport
Entry to the park and Palacio da Pena
English–speaking guide

Not included

Meals
Guided tours through the interior of the monuments

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility or pushchairs/strollers

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Meeting point

Hard Rock Café

Reviews of our customers

9.5

Exceptional 588 Travelers·57 reviews

August 9, 2025
Alfonso Lopez
Mexico
Excellent tour, the guide was attentive and entertaining. The cities were very beautiful and had a lot to see. By government order, the Pena Palace wa...
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April 17, 2025
Ton De Kwant
Leidschendam, Netherlands
Activity was great. We loved the palace, Sintra and Cascais and the scenery underway. Our guide was Felipe. He is a great guide, told us a lot of t...
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July 17, 2024
Heidi
South Africa
Pedro was an excellent host having to keep the group happy with one physically challenged person. All I would add is to make Peña Castle a whole da...
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November 18, 2023
Adrian
Halifax, Canada
Amazing trip to a fairytale palace, nestled in the mountains with breathtaking views and incredible architecture. Our guide Paolo was extremely knowl...
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September 13, 2023
Barbara
Saratoga Springs, United States
This was a great full-day tour. We have done other tours with English Speaking guides but our tour guide Lawrenco was by far the best. His English was...
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July 30, 2023
Alande
United States
That was a hot and busy day. So much to see and do. We had the best guide for this tour. Very knowledgeable and courteous. Despite a strike at the Pe...
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October 31, 2021
Anonymous
United Kingdom
The day trip was brilliant! The castle was even more stunning close up and our guide Marilla took great care of us. She was very knowledgeable and exp...
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September 23, 2020
Selam
Delft, Netherlands
It was a lovely trip. Our driver was very friendly and professional. He made good suggestions on how to spend our free time which turned out to be a l...
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November 27, 2019
Anonymous
New York City, United States
I recommend this trip. It was conducting in torrential rains, but Joao kept us engaged. The intimacy of the bus and having a shared lunch experience,...
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August 20, 2019
Anonymous
Georgia, United States
Nuno made the perfect tour guide! He managed time well and was very knowledgeable about the sites. He was able to answer every question the group had,...
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Enjoy a day trip to Sintra & Cascais—two must-see Portuguese towns just a short drive from Lisbon. Also visit the Palacio da Pena, the crowning jewel of Sintra!

Day Trip Details

Departing from Lisbon at the scheduled time, we'll head to Sintra, a dreamy town just 30 minutes from the capital.

Once in Sintra, you'll have time to visit the mysterious Pena Park and National Palace, one of Portugal's most impressive landmarks and a testament to the creative genius of King Ferdinand II. From the top of the mountain, you'll also have the chance to see the Castelo dos Mouros. Plus, you'll enjoy a 360-degree projection about the palace's history.

Next, you'll have around 1 hour of free time to stroll through Sintra's old town and admire the National Palace of Sintra from the outside, easily recognizable by its striking white facade, quite different from the colorful Pena Palace.

Afterwards, on the way to Cascais, we'll pass by Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe, and catch a glimpse of Guincho Beach, known by many as a surfer's paradise.

Heading back along the Atlantic coast, we'll pass by Boca do Inferno and arrive in Cascais for a stroll around the bay. You'll then have 1.5 hours of free time to grab a bite, explore the historic center, or take a dip in the sea, a very welcome option during the summer months!

On the way back to Lisbon, we'll pass through Estoril, a town famous for its seafront promenade and casino. After 8 hours of sightseeing, we'll be back at the starting point.

Itinerary Changes

Occasionally, monuments and attractions may be visited in a different order.

Private Tour

If you prefer, you can also opt for this private excursion to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. In this case, you'll have an exclusive guide just for you.

Enjoy a day trip to Sintra & Cascais—two must-see Portuguese towns just a short drive from Lisbon. Also visit the Palacio da Pena, the crowning jewel of Sintra!

Day Trip Details

Departing from Lisbon at the scheduled time, we'll head to Sintra, a dreamy town just 30 minutes from the capital.

Afterwards, on the way to Cascais, we'll pass by Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe, and catch a glimpse of Guincho Beach, known by many as a surfer's paradise.

On the way back to Lisbon, we'll pass through Estoril, a town famous for its seafront promenade and casino. After 8 hours of sightseeing, we'll be back at the starting point.

Itinerary Changes

Occasionally, monuments and attractions may be visited in a different order.

Private Tour

If you prefer, you can also opt for this private excursion to Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril. In this case, you'll have an exclusive guide just for you.

Day Trip to Sintra and Cascais + Palacio da Pena