- Private guide
- Private vehicle & professional driver
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Entrance Tickets to Pena Palace
Discover the timeless beauty of Sintra on this half-day guided tour, exploring its royal history, dramatic landscapes, and charming coastal villages.
Your journey begins at Pena Palace, Sintra’s most iconic landmark and one of the finest examples of 19th-century Romantic architecture in Europe. Perched high above the town, the palace is instantly recognizable for its vivid colors, eclectic design, and sweeping views across the Sintra mountains and the Atlantic coast. Originally built on the site of an old monastery, Pena Palace was transformed into a royal retreat during the reign of King Ferdinand II. Its mix of Manueline details, Moorish influences, and Romantic imagination reflects the era’s creative spirit and Portugal’s royal heritage.
After visiting the palace and its surrounding terraces, enjoy time to wander through the historic center of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where narrow cobblestone streets are lined with local shops, traditional bakeries, and inviting cafés.
The tour continues with a stop at Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. Here, you can admire the rugged cliffs, take in panoramic ocean views, and stand at the dramatic edge “where the land ends and the sea begins,” as described by poet Luís Vaz de Camões.
On the return journey to Lisbon, we’ll pass through the elegant coastal towns of Cascais and Estoril, known for their beaches, maritime history, and long-standing connections to nobility and international travelers. Along the way, see Guincho Beach, a windswept stretch of sand popular with surfers and kitesurfers, as well as Boca do Inferno, a striking cliff formation shaped by centuries of Atlantic waves.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience Sintra’s royal highlights and coastal scenery in a short, well-paced itinerary.
