--- title: Private Monuments Tour in Sintra from Lisbon lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/lisbon/tours/private-monuments-tour-in-sintra-from-lisbon-7776P14/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 250 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 65 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 21 of 50 (Sintra) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/lisbon/tours/private-monuments-tour-in-sintra-from-lisbon-7776P14/ --- # Private Monuments Tour in Sintra from Lisbon **Guidekin's take:** A private minivan day in Sintra built around the National Palace, with Quinta da Regaleira, the Moorish Castle and Pena on the route and hotel pickup in Lisbon. The driver stays outside: there is no guide inside the monuments, lunch is extra, and a booking needs at least four people. 5 from 65 reviews at €250 per person. In our comparison: #21 of 50 in Sintra, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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 opulent National Palace, the main highlight of this tour. Discover it and more with the help of your private guide. See Quinta da Regaleira, a Moorish castle, Pena Palace, and more. Admire the beauty of Portugal's countryside on this scenic and informative tour. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 260 pickup points - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €70: ages 6 to 17 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 260 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €250 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 65 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Lisbon on Wheels - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Portuguese, English - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 5.0 from 65 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 65 of 65. - 5 stars: 65 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the historical detail and efficient planning, but the walking and climbs can be demanding. **Praised:** - Engaging historical explanations linking the monuments to Portugal's wider history - Careful routing and entry planning that help avoid crowds and queues - Itineraries and walking pace adjusted to interests, energy levels and mobility - Local restaurant recommendations praised for the meals **Complaints:** - Walking, stairs and climbs can be tiring, especially for visitors with limited mobility Written by Guidekin from the 63 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2017-10-03 to 2026-09-27); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Hotel drop-off - Private tour - Bottled water - Driver - Hotel pickup - Transport by air-conditioned minivan ## Not included - Lunch - Guide inside monuments ## Itinerary 1. **National Palace of Pena** (1h; admission included) - Visit Pena Palace to admire a mix of architectural styles, one of the best examples of Romanticism from the 19th century. Then visit Sintra, a UNESCO world heritage site and stroll its picturesque streets. 2. **Castelo dos Mouros** (1h; admission included) - After a convenient pickup at your Lisbon hotel, meet your guide and enjoy the short but scenic drive to a Moorish castle, outside of Portugal's capital. From the ancient walls of the castle, take in a spectacular view. 3. **Quinta da Regaleira** (1h; admission included) - Move on to Quinta da Regaleira, located in the historic center. Built in the early 20th century in the middle of a dense forest, surrounded by luscious gardens, lakes, grottoes and enigmatic constructions, it is the result of the romantic, Gothic, Renaissance and Manueline... 4. **Sintra National Palace** (1h; admission included) - Explore the ostentatious rooms of Sintra National Palace. It's considered the best preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal and not to be missed. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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. Pickup points listed by the operator: 260 ## Good to know - 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 - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - A minimum of 4 people per booking is required - Vehicles: Our vehicles are cleaned and disinfected before each service and at the end of the day, daily, with the appropriate products in accordance with the cleaning protocol covid-19. - Driver/Guide: The driver complies with the rules of cleanliness and hygiene. The driver will wear a mask and must maintain the necessary distance according to the protocol. The health conditions of the driver will be assessed frequently. - Protection: In our vehicles, alcohol gel and face masks will always be available free of charge, if customers need it. The driver will advise the use of a mask and hand cleaning with mandatory alcohol gel after all stops, before re-entering the vehicle. Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €500 | €250 | | 4 | €800 | €200 | | 6 | €1200 | €200 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Sintra start at €30 per person. ## Compared with other Sintra | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #21 of 50** | €250 | 8h | 5.0 (65) | private | | [Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience](/portugal/lisbon/tours/sintra-private-trip-from-lisbon-customizable-dreamlike-experience/?format=md) | €155 | 8h | 4.98 (2033) | private | | [Private Tour Sintra from Lisbon Palaces of Pena and Regaleira](/portugal/lisbon/tours/private-tour-sintra-from-lisbon-palaces-of-pena-and-regaleira/?format=md) | €140 | 8h | 4.98 (754) | private | | [Sintra and Cascais Private Tour with Pena Palace Ticket Included](/portugal/lisbon/tours/sintra-and-cascais-private-tour-with-pena-palace-ticket-included/?format=md) | €155 | 8h | 4.99 (370) | private | Ranked #21 of 50 in Sintra by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €30 to €295, median €102; typical length 8h. 26 of 50 are private. 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