80 tours · €17.25–€750 per person · ★ 4.9
Bus tours in Lisbon are really about getting out of the city without renting a car. A coach picks you up at your hotel, a driver-guide handles the road, and you spend the day somewhere the metro won't reach. Most run as a full-day or half-day loop, the easy way to pair Sintra's palaces with the coast in one go.
When you compare Lisbon bus tours, look at where each one actually stops. Sintra and Cascais is the classic route, often with Cabo da Roca and a clifftop viewpoint thrown in. Heading north instead? A day trip to Nazaré and Óbidos, with the Knights Templar castle at Tomar, links walled towns and the Atlantic. Private tours let you set the pace and skip the bigger crowds; small-group coaches keep the cost down. Check the itinerary for how long you get at each stop before you book.
80 bus tours in Lisbon from €17. Private and small-group, half-day and full-day with hotel pickup and free cancellation on most - easy to book online.
A stroll in Sintra is a true historical treasure, from where you can find historical vestiges of the Bronze Age to the deviant seasons of the History ...
Would you like to visit Pena Palace without spending hours in huge lines? This customized experience is designed for a smooth and well-organized visit...
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 an...
Experience an unforgettable day in Sintra and Cascais without driving. We will pick you up from your hotel, airport, or cruise terminal, and our local...
Journey from the city to the coast to the mountains on this full-day private tour from Lisbon and sample the highlights of Portugal’s capital region. ...
This comprehensive skip-the-line tour starting in central Lisbon will give you the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Portugal, Sintra and Cas...
Explore more of Portugal by getting out of Lisbon and heading to the Golden Plains, visiting the walled UNESCO-listed town of Évora and an ancient Rom...
Explore more of Portugal by getting out of Lisbon and heading to the Golden Plains, visiting the walled UNESCO-listed town of Évora and an ancient Rom...
Discover the soul of Portugal on a private Alentejo tour from Lisbon. Experience a landscape defined by rolling vineyards, ancient cork trees, and tra...
In Order for this Tour to be comfortable, enjoyable and relaxing for you we opted to travel to Lisbon by car or van having 4 stops in our way from Por...
In Order for this Tour to be comfortable, enjoyable and relaxing for you we opted to travel to Porto by car or van having 4 stops in our way from Lisb...
Enjoy a private transfer between Lisbon and Porto, with optional stops along the route in Aveiro, Coimbra, Fatima, Tomar, Alcobaça, Batalha, Nazaré an...
Enjoy a private transfer between Lisbon and Porto, with optional stops along the route in Aveiro, Coimbra, Fatima, Tomar, Alcobaça, Batalha, Nazaré an...
This tour will be a day trip where travelers can enjoy the different faces of Sintra with a private certified guide and a private air-conditioned van....
Enjoy a day trip to Sintra on this small-group tour (up to 8-travelers) from Lisbon. Beat the crowds and spend your day seeing the major highlights, s...
Last checked: July 26, 2026 · Ranked by review scores, tickets included and price per seat, all 68 listings read in full. Commissions never affect the order.
68 listings and no hop-on-hop-off among them: this category is coach and minivan day trips out of Lisbon, and the field is Sintra-heavy. The strongest seats:
Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais with the biggest review base of any Lisbon day trip: 4.79 from 7,071 reviews at €59, Pena tickets optional.
€22 for the full Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Guincho and Cascais loop, palace tickets optional: 4.77 from 146 reviews, the cheapest coach day here.
An 8-person group with Pena and Regaleira tickets and guided visits inside both, nothing sold as an option: 4.90 from 1,157 reviews at €120.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sintra & Cascais Small-Group Trip | Overall pick | €59 per person | 4.79★ (7,071) | 8h | Pena ticket is an option, not default |
| Full Loop Coach Tour at €22 | Cheapest full day | €22 per person | 4.77★ (146) | Tickets extra; central start, no pickup | |
| Sintra with All Tickets Included | No ticket queues at all | €120 per person | 4.9★ (1,157) | 8h | €120, double the ticket-optional rivals |
| Sintra Day Tour with Hotel Pickup | Hotel pickup included | €65 per person | 4.85★ (1,705) | 8h | Pickup only from Lisbon addresses |
| Fátima, Nazaré & Óbidos Trio | Fátima, Batalha and the coast | €75 per person | 4.71★ (3,457) | 9h | Rating 4.71 trails the Sintra rows |
| Three Cities: Porto, Nazaré, Óbidos | Porto in a single day | €109.99 per person | 4.73★ (3,624) | 12h | 12-hour day; lunch is a paid upgrade |
| Sintra & Cascais Group Tour €29.75 | Pickup included at €29.75 | €29.75 per person | 4.75★ (376) | 9h | Tickets for both palaces cost extra |
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This private Sintra tour from Lisbon is a fully personalized 8-hour experience designed exclusively for your group. Explore Sintra’s historic center, ...
Journey from the city to the coast to the mountains on this full-day private tour from Lisbon and sample the highlights of Portugal’s capital region. ...
Feel Sintra, a town where you will fall in love with every detail, and every monument of its magnificient natural setting. You will also experience th...
Explore Portugal's most dramatic coastline with David, Daniel or Pedro - award-winning guides with 130+ five-star reviews who treat you like family, n...
This tour will be a day trip where travelers can enjoy the different faces of Sintra with a private certified guide and a private air-conditioned van....
Get ready for a day that will follow the steps of our monarchs in Sintra, we will visit some of their most beautiful palaces and you will have the tru...
You will meet your friendly local guide at your Hotel or at any other meeting point of your choice. From there, you'll be taken on an adventure to dis...
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Delve into ancient history on this four-hour private city tour of Lisbon's highlights. Journey through the city's monumental landmarks in an air-condi...
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Lisbon rewards a visit year-round, but spring (March to May) and early autumn (September to October) are the sweet spot: warm days, lighter crowds and better prices than peak summer. July and August are hot and busiest, ideal for boat and beach day trips, while winters stay mild, quiet and great value.
Most visitors land at Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), about 20 minutes from the centre by metro or taxi. The city is walkable but steep, so lean on the historic trams, the metro and short rideshare hops between hills. Many tours include hotel pickup or start from central, easy-to-reach meeting points.
80 bus tours are available for booking in Lisbon on Guidekin. The highest-rated is Private Sintra Tour from Lisbon: Pena Palace, Cabo Roca & Cascais with 5.0/5 from 102 reviews.
Prices range from €17 to €750 per person. The most affordable option is Welcome Lisbon Tour with Local Guide in Private Eco Tuk Tuk at €17. The premium choice is 3-Day Lisbon to Porto & Douro Valley Private tour at €750.
Based on 55256 traveler reviews across 80 tours, Private Sintra Tour from Lisbon: Pena Palace, Cabo Roca & Cascais has the highest rating: 5.0/5 (102 reviews).
Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 3 days. The shortest is 90 Minute Amphibious Sightseeing Tour in Lisbon at 1h 30m. The longest is 3-Day Lisbon to Porto & Douro Valley Private tour at 3 days.
Browse 80 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and book directly on Guidekin. Most tours offer instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Most bus tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.
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