--- title: Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/cascais/tours/sintra-cascais-pena-palace-8-people-small-group-tour-from-lisbon/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 1947 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Best overall rank_in_category: 3 of 32 (Cascais) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/cascais/tours/sintra-cascais-pena-palace-8-people-small-group-tour-from-lisbon/ --- # Sintra-Cascais-Pena Palace 8-People Small Group Tour from Lisbon **Guidekin's take:** An English only day capped at eight that adds a pastry stop for travesseiros and queijadas in Sintra to Pena, Cabo da Roca and Cascais, at €55 per person for 9h. Pena entry depends on the ticket tier you choose, and the meeting point is central rather than a hotel pickup. 4.94 from 1947 reviews. **Best overall:** Nine hours, 8 people max, English only: Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Pena, with a full 1h 30m free in Cascais bay. 4.94 from 1947 reviews at €55 per person. Trade-off: Central meeting point, no hotel pickup. (last checked July 15, 2026) ## Overview Explore Sintra and Cascais on a 9-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to 8 people and only in English. You’ll visit the charming village of Sintra and you’ll have the chance to taste the delicious and famous pastries - travesseiros (pillows) and the Sintra cheesecakes (queijadas). Then you’ll visit the westernmost point of continental Europe - Cabo da Roca - once considered the end of the world. It will take your breath away! On the way to Cascais, you´ll enjoy astonishing sea views. Then you'll stop at Cascais, a lovely beach town where you can stroll around, have lunch, or snack. Your last stop is the unique and surprising Pena Palace, a formers royal palace that looks like a fairytale. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meeting at 8:00 AM at Avenida da… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 8 people: small group - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 1947 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Lisbon Riders ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | No Ticket (you buy on the day) | €55 / person | English | This option does not include the Pena Palace guided visit and tickets. But tickets can be purchased on the day of the tour | | Ticket Pena Park & Courtyards | €70 / person | English | This option includes access to Pena Palace Park and a guided visit to the courtyards. The interior rooms are not included | | Ticket Pena Park + Pena Palace | €80 / person | English | This option offers a complete guided tour of the Pena Palace, including tickets for the park, courtyards, and interior rooms | ## What's included - Maximum 8 people - Local guide and driver - Air-conditioned vehicle - Central meeting (pick up and drop off) point - Park and/or Palace of Pena entrance fee (if option selected) - The tour will be only in English ## Not included - Food and drinks - Hotel Pick up and Drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Avenida da Liberdade** (pass by, no stop) - The meeting point, at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store 2. **Centro Historico de Sintra** (1h 15m) - Sintra is an ancient village, primarily pedestrian, that was founded thousands of years ago. The Greeks referred to Sintra as the "Mountain of the Moon," and it still resembles a fairy tale village today. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995. During... 3. **Visit an old bakery that has been in the same family since 1862 to enjoy thei...** (15m) - Visit an old bakery that has been in the same family since 1862 to enjoy their famous travesseiros, which are light puff pastries rolled and folded seven times. These delightful pastries are filled with a creamy mixture of almond and egg yolk, then lightly dusted with sugar.... 4. **Colares** (pass by, no stop) - , known for its famous wine cellars, is located on our way to the Atlantic Ocean. This charming village has a rich history with wine that dates back to the 13th century. The landscape appears to be frozen in time, showcasing old villas, beautiful mansions, and a mix of small... 5. **Cabo Da Roca** (25m) - We will stop at Cabo da Roca, a wild location that features a cliff rising 150 meters (500 feet) above the Atlantic Ocean. This is the westernmost point of continental Europe. The area offers a stunning and remote landscape with breathtaking views of the roaring Atlantic. 6. **Farol do cabo da Roca** (5m) - The Cabo da Roca lighthouse is one of Portugal's most famous lighthouses. We cannot go inside, but we can enjoy this beautiful XVIII-century building from the outside. 7. **Guincho Beach** (pass by, no stop) - is a beautiful sandy area located 9 km from Cascais. It features a protected landscape with dunes and endemic flora, making it a popular destination for surfers. 8. **Museu Condes de Castro de Guimaraes** (pass by, no stop) - This summer palace was constructed between 1897 and 1900 by an Irish nobleman, Jorge O'Neill. It serves as a classic example of “summer architecture.” 9. **Cidadela De Cascais** (pass by, no stop) - The Citadel of Cascais is a series of fortifications built between the 15th century and the 17th century to defend Cascais and Lisbon. Since the 19th century, it has been a former Royal Palace area. 10. **Centro Historico de Cascais** (1h 30m) - Cascais was once a fishing village that gained popularity as a resort for Portugal's royal family in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is a favored vacation destination for both Portuguese and international tourists. The village features small museums,... 11. **National Palace of Pena** (2h 15m; admission included) - We will visit the remarkable Pena Palace, a key example of 19th-century romanticism in the world. The current palace was established in 1839, when King Ferdinand II purchased the ruins of the Monastery of Our Lady of Pena and began transforming it into a residence that... 12. **Avenida da Liberdade** (pass by, no stop) - The meeting point, at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meeting at 8:00 AM at Avenida da Liberdade, number 9, in front of the American Vintage store. Just a 1-minute walk from the Restauradores metro station (blue line). ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The tour will be only in English - Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable ## Compared with other Cascais | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 32** | €55 | 9h | 4.94 (1947) | shared, max 8 | | [Sintra and Cascais Private Tour with Pena Palace Ticket Included](/portugal/cascais/tours/sintra-and-cascais-private-tour-with-pena-palace-ticket-included/?format=md) | €155 | 8h | 4.99 (370) | private | | [Sintra and Cascais Full-Day Private Tour](/portugal/cascais/tours/sintra-and-cascais-full-day-private-tour/?format=md) | €350 per group | 8h | 4.99 (271) | private | | [Sintra Private Tour 2 Palaces Roca Cascais Tailored up to 7 ](/portugal/cascais/tours/sintra-private-tour-2-palaces-roca-cascais-tailored-up-to-7-373150P2/?format=md) | €500 per group | 7h | 5.0 (117) | private | Ranked #3 of 32 in Cascais by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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