Sintra Full Day tour from Lisbon - small group tour
Description
We are genuine Sintra locals with 11 years of experience sharing the secrets of our hometown. Our deep local roots allow us to expertly navigate the crowds and lead you to breathtaking 'off-the-beaten-path' locations that most tourists never see. We don’t just drive you around; we provide insightful guided tours inside the monuments while balancing it with plenty of free time for you to explore at your own pace. Our goal is simple: to ensure you experience the magic of Sintra in a relaxed, fun, and authentic way, so you return home loving this place as much as we do!
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Itinerary
Pick up at Dona Maria II National Theater, it's situated in Lisbon center, 15min walking from most parts of Lisbon 30 min drive to Sintra
We will wander through the labyrinth like streets of the old town to discover its true identity, amazing arquitecture and unique pastry
This amazingly intricate and mystic Palace will set your imagination free with 4 hectares of lush, exotic gardens hiding caves, waterfalls, a 27 meters free mason initiation well and an amazing romantic and eccentric summer house
On the coastline we will go for a waterfront lunch before exploring its brethtaking cliff views and Cabo da Roca - The end of the World!
We will stop in Praia grande (Big beach) for a nice waterfront restaurant (price per person +- €25 per person)
How could we not? Just look at the pictures! Although it’s a busy place, if you come this way you must go see it up close! It’s amazing! To avoid the crowds and still get its highlights we’ll only visit its exterior. Explore all the terraces, views and architectural features up-close without going inside to see the rooms and furnishings.
Drop off at the end of the day at Dona Maria II National Theater (30 min drive from Sintra)
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Monuments entrance fees are not included
- this tour involves a fair bit of walking including up and down the hill, so it's not recommended for people mobility issues
Reviews(282)
What an amazing day we had with Joao, our guide ! The communication with him before the activity was really easy and he made sure to give us all the info and purchased some tickets for us! The length of the visits was perfect, and we were able to see all that was planned and much more ! The atmosphere was great, Joao was taking the time to explain everything, answer our questions and make some jokes along the way! We were two couples which was a small group, and great! We would highly recommend this tour, and can’t wait to be back!
Miguel was an energetic, knowledgeable, and terrific guide! He shared fascinating history throughout our 8+ hour tour and clearly cared about making the experience memorable for our small group. We visited incredible sites and enjoyed a delicious lunch at a charming village restaurant he selected, which added an authentic taste of Portuguese culture. Be prepared for plenty of cobblestone walking and bring extra euros for optional expenses. Highly recommend Miguel!
Miguel is the best guide. We took this trip to Sintra on a hot day. He waited in line for us in the sun as we waited in the shade. He was very knowledgeable about the history and local culture. For lunch we went to a local restaurant and the food and drinks were fantastic. Our legs were tired from the hills and stairs, but one of my favorite guided day trips ever!
Very knowledgeable of the surrounding and shared cultural informations that are not readily available Food choice was worth the trip
Miguel was amazing and made us all feel so welcome! Great communication and 10/10 experience.
Joao was an amazing guide. It was day one of my Lisbon solo journey and I think it was love at 1st country. Joao was an amazing who was upbeat and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to see more of beautiful Portugal! Gracias Joao
I cannot recommend this experience enough - it was the highlight of our trip!! João was the best guide and this was truly our favourite tour - he knows so much about Sintra of course, but I also learned so much about Portugal as a whole. He is beyond passionate about his country and extremely knowledgeable - I genuinely learned so much. He also didn’t even feel like a guide! It felt like we were exploring with a friend that just wanted us to have the best of the best experience. My husband and I were so happy to have spent our anniversary doing this because it was truly a great experience. Definitely recommend.
Miguel was an incredible tour guide. Helpful not only during the tour itself but during our whole stay. Great guy with extremely interesting takes!!
Great, full day tour of the highlights of Sintra. Lunch stop was an amazing restaurant and a definite highlight. Guide was knowledgable and friendly making the day a pleasure.
Our guide was Rui on today’s tour and we had a wonderful experience! We learned a lot about Lisbon and Sintra and explored wonderful places. I highly recommend!
