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This is a place to reminisce with a smile on your face.
We live in Sintra and we love this village.
We are a family business that loves meeting new people.
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We want to show you our favorite sites and provide the best experiences in Sintra.
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Tour Options
Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 18+)
$115
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Itinerary
Park and National Palace of Pena
Admission not included90 min
The thousand-year-old history of the Palace of the Town of Sintra began during the Muslim occupation of the Iberian Peninsula.
This Palace is also called Town Palace, because it’s located in the town of Sintra.
Anyone visiting Sintra, going up the large curve around the valley known as the “Volta do Duche”, is immediately struck by the clear white outline of the Town Palace which dominates with its two immense cones that corresponded to its colossal chimneys. No one will remain indifferent to the originality and the bizarre character of this rich building, resting in the valley and facing the very small town just ahead.
Quinta da Regaleira
Admission not included90 min
This is one of Sintra’s main tourist attractions. This magical village with its extravagant neo-Manueline gardens, dreamed by an Italian opera designer, Luigi Manini, under the orders of the Brazilian tycoon of precious stones and transport, António Carvalho Monteiro, known by Monteiro dos Millões.
Parque e Palacio de Monserrate
Admission not included60 min
Monserrate Palace is a beautiful 19th century stately home. This extravagantly decorated palace blends Portuguese, Arabian and Indian architectural styles and is one the most beautiful buildings in Sintra. The palace was commissioned by Francis Cook, an English textile baron, who used the estate as a summer retreat.
The grounds of the Monserrate Palace hide specialist and exotic gardens with non-native plants. This palace is the smallest of Sintra’s three palaces but it is by far the most decorative and beautiful one.
Pass by
Built in the 18th century by the Dutch Gildmeester and rebuilt by the 5th Marquis of Marialva. Currently it is a famous fiver stars hotel unit. The garden and the belvedere are open to the public
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Not included
Monuments tickets
Guided Visit inside the Monuments
Meals
Traveller Ratings
4.8
24 reviews
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How it compares in Sintra
Starting price $115 is close to the typical $115 for tours of similar length in Sintra
Excurgo comparison of 375 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour take?
Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $115 per person for this Sintra experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Train Station. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Exploring Sintra - Half Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 24 verified reviews; it is run by Classic Sintra Tours.
Reviews(24)
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Daniel A
November 18, 2025
Magnificent surprise
It is an absolute success to trust Sintra and Cascais to visit Sintra Classic Tours. They showed up at Sintra train station to offer their services and take us to Da Pena Palace. Super attentive staff, friendly and very, very nice .. for a more than reasonable price, taught us Sintra, Praia, to finish the tour in Cascais. In between, we were discovered a good restaurant where to eat with a very good value for money (this outside the final price). Thank you very much to the whole team of Sintra Classic Tours for giving us a great day.
Operator response
Muchas gracias por su amable comentario. Somos de aquí y fue un placer mostrarle nuestra querida Sintra.
Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutó de nuestro tour.
¡Vuelva cuando quiera!
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Sue_U
September 13, 2025
Underwhelming. Takes 6 hours, not 4.
The tour of Pena palace was very underwhelming. Sintra has such narrow street that traffic and parking were miserable. The driver spoken reasonable English but was not a tour guide
Operator response
Dear Ms. Sue,
Thank you for your review. In our previous messages, we advised you to only visit the terraces and gardens of Pena Palace because visiting the interior isn't pleasant at this time of year. There are a lot of people inside. Our tours are tailor-made, so we're flexible with schedules. With the best of intentions, we sometimes extend the tour time due to heavy traffic. However, we can end the tour whenever you wish. We want our guests to have the best experience.
Our product does not include guided visits inside the monuments. This is explained on Viator, and we reinforce the information in our messages. Enjoy Portugal and all the best.
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tashasworldtravels
September 12, 2024
Loved touring with Antonio around Sintra
We took an unplanned tour with Antonio after chatting with the team on the street and what luck that we found him! He had a great itinerary which he was happy to modify based on our interests. He was professional and super knowledgeable but funny and personable. Doing a tour like this was really the best way to see Sintra and the surrounding area - saved so much time and hassle!! Highly recommend.
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Jennifer_W
September 12, 2024
Key to have guide drive you.
Sintra is a beautiful historic village. It's old narrow streets and popularity definitely warrant having a guide drive you. Ricardo is a warm, friendly native. He knew where to stop at key historic spots and viewpoints.
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Kay012
June 25, 2024
Informative and interesting tour with Paulo
Paulo was an excellent guide and a very safe driver! He was so knowledgeable about Portuguese history and we loved his stories, jokes, and facts. He took us to places that were easier to get to and less crowded, since we were limited and not able to walk too much. We loved seeing the Moorish castle and Pena Palace on the hilltops and thoroughly enjoyed seeing the Biester home and National Palace of Sintra. Our trip ended with delicious cod at a restaurant, and a stop at the continent’s most western point and maybe the windiest, too. We learned so much on this tour!
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Virginia_S
June 8, 2024
Incredible day!
Paulo was a fantastic tour guide highly recommended! Even with the rain he made the day spectacular such a wonderful adventure, very knowledgeable and friendly 6 star review!
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Sharon_H
June 7, 2024
Perfect morning
Awesome guide, had an excellent morning exploring and the weather was very cooperative. So relaxing and non rushed.
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A6634EIgabis
September 13, 2023
A day in Sintra
At the Sintra station Carlos convinced us to be our Ghia one day. Thank you very much Carlos, you are a magnificent person. If you are lucky to find it, you don't doubt it.
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sole850
September 11, 2023
Sintra
We arrived in Sintra and Carlos convinced us to take a tour of Sintra. It was spectacular, a great guide, knowledgeable about the history of Sintra. Thanks to him we got to know part of the city that we didn't know. Highly recommended.
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Roving46197703535
May 8, 2023
This tour is a must!
Great way to visit the city, Carlos was our tour guide very attentive and friendly. Highly recommended!!
