The guide stays outside the monuments; Regaleira entry and lunch are extra. 4.86 from 286 reviews at €110 per person.
In our comparison: #62 of 71 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Portuguese.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting in SintraThe page price | No pick up service. | €110 for 2+ people |
| Tickets not included | Duration: 8 hours: Sintra and Cascais Private tour. Sintra & Cascais Tour Pickup included | €145 for 3+ people |
| Ticket Pena Palace included | Ticket Pena Palace included: Tickets included to Pena Palace. The biggest attraction of Sintra. Pickup included | €195 |
Children from €75 (ages 2 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 276 of 286
Star breakdown of all 286 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' local knowledge and flexibility; vehicle comfort and condition draw recurring complaints.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (19 October 2025 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Pickups are only available in the Lisbon area. Our tour starts here.
10 minThe Sintra National Palace, also known as Palácio da Vila, was one of the palaces used by the Portuguese Royal Family. The monument, of medieval, gothic, manueline, renaissance and romantic architecture, is an "ex-libris" of Sintra.
Pass by, no stopKnown as the sacred jewel that crowns the Sintra Mountains, the National Palace of Pena, one of the greatest examples of Romanticism in Portugal, appears, through the fog characteristic of the region, with its colorful hues, as if it were a fairy tale. The whole scenario leaves a certain mystery and adventure in the air.
1h · Admission not includedRight on top of the mountain is the Castelo dos Mouros, a fortification whose walls wind up the mountain between rocks and cliffs that dates back to the time of the Muslim occupation of the Iberian Peninsula. From here you can enjoy a unique panoramic view of the town, the Pena Palace, and the ocean that surrounds Portugal.
1h · Admission not includedIn the heart of the mysterious and charming town of Sintra, you will have the opportunity to visit the traditional Portuguese commerce, buy souvenirs and taste the traditional regional pastry, namely Travesseiros and Queijadas de Sintra. Snack not included. It will be offered a Ginjinha in a Chocolate Cup.
1hThe tour starts with a visit to Quinta da Regaleira, one of the most charming and emblematic places in Sintra, full of history and magic. Here you can marvel at the architecture, visit the famous Initiation Well, the interior of the caves and explore the imposing garden that surrounds the entire palace.
1h · Admission not includedOn this day in the romantic town of Sintra, you will also have the opportunity to see and visit, if you wish, the Park and Palace of Monserrate. The Palace, of Gothic, Indian and Moorish influence, contrasts with the imposing green of the beautiful botanical gardens that surround it, gardens that are part of the "European Route of Historic Gardens" since 2020.
Pass by, no stopThe next stop is at the westernmost point of Portugal and Europe, one of the most emblematic places in Portugal with a view of the sea as far as the eye can see.
45 min(Optional) This village on the Sintra coast, in the parish of Colares, is worthy of a postcard. The white houses go down the cliff to the beach that, with its ocean pool, delights visitors. Enjoy the calm that this place offers you.
30 minKnown as the Riviera Portuguesa, the town of Cascais has a unique charm. Its streets full of traditional commerce and restaurants, its beaches and the 19th century palaces by the sea make this town a mandatory stop.
45 minThe tour ends once we arrive back to Lisbon.
10 minVisit Sintra with a local guide on a full-day tour. Take the opportunity to visit Sintra's most famous monuments, including Pena National Palace, Sintra National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Moorish Castle and Monserrate Palace. Be dazzled by the verdant landscape of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and delight yourself with traditional Portuguese food and sweets. The itinerary also includes a visit to Cabo da Roca and ends in the fishing village of Cascais.
The tour can be done in different types of vehicles, from 9-seat vans, smaller vehicles or UMM jeeps, the Portuguese 4x4. Everything depends on the weather and the client's preference. We adapt to the circumstances to provide the best experience possible!
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #62 of 71 | €110 | 8h | 4.86 (286) | private |
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| Lisbon Highlights: Private Tuk Tuk Tour Adventure Sightseeing | €85 | 3h | 4.98 (4499) | private |
| Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience | €155 | 8h | 4.98 (2033) | private |
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