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(248)
Our guide João was extremely knowledgeable and professional. His humor and patience made all the hills a bit easier to deal with, come prepared with your best walking shoes!
An incredible day from start to finish. Our guide, Joao, was friendly, highly knowledgeable, and completely accommodating. Every stop was stunning, and the pace of the day felt perfectly organized. He even picked out an excellent lunch spot for us. Thank you for a truly memorable experience for our family. We highly recommend this tour!
Love small group tours more personalable and not rushed. Our guide was from the UK and very knowledgeable about history. Took us to a nice restaurant Ocroa on the water. Spend an amazing day in Sintra.
The tour was very enjoyable. Our tour guide knew lots of information and was great with the kids. We had a wonderful tour of the palace and an excellent lunch to follow. The kids rated this trip a 1,000 out of 1,000.00. We have experienced many tours and this was exceptional.
Joao was the most amazing guide.. he so personalized the trip.. he was very knowledgeable but it was how he shared his personal experiences that made everything so very special. We travel a lot, and he made Sintra one of our best experiences!! I highly recommend this trip!! And please ask for Joao Martins..
Miguel was the best guide! He had so much information about the places we visited and brought us to a wonderful restaurant for lunch. 10/10 would recommend this tour!
Fantastic experience from start to finish. Our guide, Joao, was excellent, friendly, informative, and incredibly accommodating with our small children. Each stop along the way was stunning, and the entire day was perfectly organized. He even chose a beautiful lunch spot in Cascais where we could enjoy the ocean. Thank you for an incredibly memorable day for my family! Highly recommend!
This tool was very extensive. I felt like I got to see so much. It definitely is a full itinerary a full day a lot of walking a lot of uphill walking and my guide Rui was great , very good knowledge and patience
From the first moment we met Miguel, we knew it was going to be a great day. So being knowledgeable. Ands not just the common facts, but the stories and and history. You could just feel how passionate Miguel is and tells a fabulous story. The small group was perfect. With so many steps, sometimes too many is a crowd. We were 9 and just the right amount. The palaces and grounds were just incredible. We stopped at a delicious restaurant that is more of a local spot, which we prefer. Overall, it was a perfect day in Sintra. Thanks again to Miguel
Antonio is great!! Amazing experience. Especially as a local guide. He gave us lots of information about everything. Really appreciate his approach and personality.
