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Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $190 / person
- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 77 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SWINGO by Avenidas
Description
Sintra is the most visited day trip from Lisbon, and the number one reason tours go wrong is Pena Palace tickets. We pre-book your timed entry the moment you book, so your visit is the fairy tale it should be, not a queue. Your private guide picks you up at your Lisbon hotel, at the airport or at the cruise port and drives you to Sintra in about 40 minutes. At Pena Palace you walk straight past the ticket line with your pre-booked timed-entry ticket and explore the most colorful palace in Portugal, its state rooms and sweeping views, at your own pace with your guide. Where possible, we time your Pena entry to avoid the worst of the crowds. With the time remaining, stroll Sintra's UNESCO-listed historic center, home of the famous travesseiro pastries, or swap the center for Quinta da Regaleira and its 27-meter Initiation Well (Regaleira admission not included). Around 4 hours door to door, on your schedule: the essential Sintra, made for layovers, cruise calls and short stays.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 12 times a day, 9:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 28
- Adult (ages 1+)
- $190
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $317.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 1:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:29 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 27.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Park and National Palace of Pena
Our experienced local guide will provide a guided tour of the Gardens followed by free time to explore the Palace interiors.
Centro Historico de Sintra
Our experienced local guide will take you to this beautiful village which represents those places full of magic and mystery where nature and man came together in such a perfect symbiosis, you will explore this place considered world heritage by Unesco. Can be exchanged for Quinta da Regaleira (admission to Quinta da Regaleira not included)
What's included
Included
Hotel, airport or cruise port pickup and drop-off
Pena Palace timed-entry ticket, pre-booked, guaranteed entry
Wi-Fi on board and bottled water
Private guide/driver and air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour: only your group participates
Not included
Lunch
Quinta da Regaleira admission (optional swap for the historic center)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
77 reviews
How it compares in Lisbon
- Starting price $190 is 19% above the typical $160 for tours of similar length in Lisbon
- Price over the last 15 days: $189–$190
Excurgo comparison of 4,281 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total tour duration includes travel time.
- Comfortable shoes
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 Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line take?
Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line cost?
Prices start at $190 per person for this Lisbon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $317. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 12 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Sintra Bliss House, Olivia Lisboa Hotel.
What languages is Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 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
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Sintra Express Private Tour from Lisbon: Pena Skip-the-Line worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 77 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SWINGO by Avenidas.
Reviews(77)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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