49 tours · €30–€295 per person · ★ 4.9
Sintra is the day trip everyone wants when they're staying in Lisbon, and a guided tour is the simplest way to do it right. Book a Sintra tour from Lisbon and the driving, the palace tickets and the route all get sorted for you, so you spend the day exploring instead of wrestling with train timetables and ticket queues.
The thing to check when you compare Sintra tours is which palaces you actually get inside. We'd make sure Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira are both on the itinerary, since those are the two not to skip. Plenty of day trips also fold in Cabo da Roca and the coast at Cascais, a clever way to see more in a single full day. Want to linger at each stop? A private tour lets you set the pace, while a small-group excursion keeps the price friendly, with hotel pickup on most.
49 Sintra tours from €30. Private and small-group day trips from Lisbon, hotel pickup and free cancellation on most - easy to book online.
Sintra in Lisbon: 49 tours, drawn from the 200 Guidekin lists out of 4,329 on Viator, chosen by rating (4.5★ or higher, 30+ reviews), each one read and summarised.
Full day spent in the Sintra mountains, surrounded by stories, dreamy palaces and exotic gardens and in the afternoon wonderful cliffs, viewpoints and...
Visit the iconic Pena Palace, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sintra, with an expert local guide. Spend approximately 2 hours exploring this...
This tour was planned with those in mind who seek more than just a typical tour. It was organized for those who are looking to capture visual memories...
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and the Cascais coast. Visit the iconic Pena Palace, explore the historic village of Sintra, admire dramati...
Delve into Portugal's rich history on this private full-day tour of Sintra from Lisbon. A UNESCO-listed heritage site, Sintra is famous for it’s opule...
This private tour is the ultimate way to discover the wonders of Sintra and the Atlantic coast through the eyes of a local. Designed for efficiency, r...
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...
This tour will be a day trip where travelers can enjoy the different faces of Sintra & Cascais with the company of their own private guide. Travelers ...
Discover the enchanting town of Sintra with ease on a private speedy tour from Lisbon, even for who does not have much time! With your private guide, ...
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...
Discover the magical region of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where romantic palaces, castles, and lush forests create a true fairytale settin...
Discover Sintra through the eyes of a local on a private tour designed around you. Escape the crowds, explore breathtaking landscapes, hear fascinatin...
Olá! Hello! Hola! Craving a whirlwind adventure through Sintra but strapped for time in Lisbon? This half-day escapade is your golden ticket! Kickin...
Choose 2 of 6 amazing palaces to make the amazing visit in Sintra. Visit to the Paradise of Aristocracy in Portugal with its extremely luxurious Pala...
Many guests choose this tour to see Sintra with fresh eyes — whether it’s their first visit or a return trip, it provides context that makes the rest ...
Tours and prices on this page last updated November 10, 2026
Editorial picks checked: July 14, 2026 · Ranked by rating, review volume, group size, tickets included and price. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.
We compared all 49 Sintra tours running from Lisbon, reading every itinerary and inclusions list. Three stand out.
A guaranteed eight seats, the full loop of Pena, Cabo da Roca and Cascais, and a 4.94 rating across 1,970 reviews, for €47 per person.
The Pena Palace ticket is in the price, the van caps at eight people, and it still costs €106 per person: the queue solved without going private.
A customisable private route rated 4.98 across 2,033 reviews: eight hours shaped around what you want from Sintra.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sintra, Cascais & Pena: 8-People Tour | Overall pick | €47 per person | 4.94★ (1,970) | 9h | 8 seats sell out days ahead |
| Five-Sight Day Tour with Pena Ticket | Tickets + 8-seat cap | €106 per person | 4.92★ (693) | 8h | Only the Pena ticket is included |
| Customisable Sintra Private Trip | Best private | €155 per person | 4.98★ (2,033) | 8h | €155 per person adds up for four |
| Pena & Regaleira, All Tickets | Both palaces pre-booked | €120 per person | 4.91★ (1,212) | 8h | Group departure, not private |
| Private Full-Day Sintra Tour | Top-rated private (5) | €159 per person | 5★ (268) | 10h–11h | Palace tickets aren't included |
| Full Loop Coach Tour | Cheapest full loop | €30 per person | 4.65★ (367) | 8h–9h | Tickets cost extra as add-ons |
| Choose 2 of 6 Palaces, Private | Pick your own palaces | €110 per person | 4.94★ (72) | 9h–11h | 72 reviews so far |
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With me, avoid the queues for the tickets. p r i v a t ----------- t o u r *** S o l o travellers are welcome This tour will give you a full perspec...
On this tour you will be in charge of your time and will be able to appreciate the magical places that you will discover. No rush, just enjoy this uni...
Start your daytrip with a pick-up from your hotel to begin a voyage through the rich Portuguese culture, history, and heritage visiting up to 2 Palace...
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...
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...
We are genuine Sintra locals with 11 years of experience sharing the secrets of our hometown. Our deep local roots allow us to expertly navigate the c...
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...
Start with private for hotel pickup, such as the Customisable Sintra Private Trip. Sintra Full-Day Small-Group is a shared option at €70 per person. 25 of 25 private tours include hotel pickup, as do 9 of 24 shared tours. For example, Customisable Sintra Private Trip: €155 per person, rated 4.98 from 2,033 reviews. Sintra Full-Day Small-Group: €70 per person, rated 4.98 from 310 reviews.
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For a group quote, start with Sintra and Cascais Full-Day Private Tour; divide the vehicle price by your party size. A per-person private quote needs multiplying by the number travelling. Per-person prices have a median of €99; the middle half run from €72 to €155. Private and shared medians are €155 and €72 per person: a spread between different products, not a premium. 2 of 25 private tours charge per vehicle. For example, Sintra and Cascais Full-Day Private Tour costs €350 per group, rated 4.99 from 274 reviews.
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Give Sintra a full day: the main selection has a median duration of 8 hours. For a shorter outing, start with Lisbon Sintra Half-Day with Pena Tickets. 43 of 49 tours with a stated duration run over five hours. The half-day selection has a median of 5 hours, but 2 of its 6 tours also exceed five hours. For example, Lisbon Sintra Half-Day with Pena Tickets costs €85 per person, rated 4.88 from 609 reviews.
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Treat palace entry as a separate choice from private transport: Five-Sight Day Tour covers Pena only, while Private Full-Day Sintra Tour leaves palace tickets extra. For example, Five-Sight Day Tour with Pena Ticket costs €106 per person, rated 4.92 from 693 reviews; only Pena entry is included. Private Full-Day Sintra Tour costs €159 per person, rated 5 from 268 reviews; palace tickets are excluded.
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Choose a full-day loop if you want Sintra and the coast together. Sintra, Cascais and Pena Small-Group Tour includes Cabo da Roca as well, so allow a day for the combined route. 29 of 49 tours on this Sintra page also appear in the Cascais selection, with a median duration of 8 hours. For example, Sintra, Cascais and Pena Small-Group Tour includes Cabo da Roca too: €47 per person, rated 4.94 from 1,970 reviews.
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Figures in these answers come from the 49 tours on this page, as of November 10, 2026.
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