Tours and Excursions in Sintra

69 tours in Sintra, from €21.51 to €550, average rating 4.8 based on 36361 reviews.

Sintra is the kind of place where a guide saves you from yourself. The palaces sit scattered across a wooded hill, the roads twist and clog, and parking near Pena or the Moorish Castle is a small war. Booking tours in Sintra means someone else handles the driving and the timed entries, so your day is about the views, not the logistics.

Start with what you want to see. We'd point a first-timer toward a guided day tour pairing Pena Palace with Quinta da Regaleira, then on to Cabo da Roca and the coast at Cascais. Sightseeing trips from Lisbon are the easy default, while a car tour with a driver-guide lets you skip the hill traffic. The best tours in Sintra dig into the palace interiors and gardens, and walking tours cover the old town. Private and small-group formats with hotel pickup keep it simple.

69 tours in Sintra from €22. Day, historical, cultural and sightseeing tours, car and walking trips, private and small-group, free cancellation on most - easy to book online.

5.0 Excellent 87 reviews

Sintra, Roca and Cascais Full-Day Private Tour with Pena Tickets

Discover the magic of Sintra on our signature private tour, designed by those who call this fairytale mountain home. This exclusive experience include...

5.0 Excellent 44 reviews
8h

SINTRA Day Trip - Tickets & Lunch Included

This is a full experience with history, nature, food and fun Pick up 9:00AM at your HOTEL. - Set out towards Sintra (40 min driving). First stop, Qu...

4.9 Excellent 140 reviews
4h 30m

Sintra Private Tour with Tickets: Pena Palace & Moorish Castle

Embark on a magical journey through Sintra, guided by a passionate local expert who will reveal the secrets and stories that turn every landscape into...

5.0 Excellent 102 reviews

Private Sintra skip-the-line Flexible Tour DiscoverWonderland

Discover wonderland of Portugal on a day private tour with a private guide, the best way to visit the former royal retreats of Pena Palace and Quinta ...

4.8 Great 603 reviews
6h

Sintra Half-Day Private Tour - A Journey through Wonderland

Sintra is a magical and romantic location known to many across the globe. Come discover all of its natural and architectural wonders in a day you won’...

5.0 Excellent 338 reviews
8h

Sintra and Cascais Private Tour with Pena Palace Ticket Included

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. ...

4.8 Great 1668 reviews
8h

Sintra Full-Day Private Tour - A Journey through Wonderland

Sintra is a magical and romantic location known to many across the globe. Come discover all of its natural and architectural wonders in a day you won’...

4.7 Great 819 reviews
8h 30m

Sintra, Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira & Cascais Group Tour

Uncover the magic of Portugal’s most enchanting destinations — Sintra and Cascais — on a captivating day trip from Lisbon. Step into a world of roman...

4.9 Excellent 1157 reviews
8h

Sintra Tour with Pena Palace and Regaleira All Tickets Included

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...

5.0 Excellent 110 reviews
4h

Half-Day Sintra Pena and Regaleira palace with Small Group

Begin your journey in Sintra with a passionate local guide. Ascend to the iconic Pena Palace, a colorful Romantic marvel perched atop the mountains, o...

5.0 Excellent 358 reviews

Private Local Sintra Tour: Palaces & Coast by Classic Car or Jeep

As locals of Sintra, we’ve designed this tour to give you an authentic and unforgettable experience. With a deep love for our hometown, we know the st...

5.0 Excellent 17 reviews

Sintra & Cascais Shore Excursion: Private Half-Day Highlights

The Ultimate Time-Efficient Sintra Experience Designed for cruise passengers and travelers with limited time, this private half-day expedition offers...

5.0 Excellent 8 reviews

Private Jeep Tour Sintra-Cascais

Live a unique and authentic experience with a full-day private tour in a classic Portuguese UMM 4x4 vehicle, exploring Sintra, Cascais, and the stunni...

5.0 Excellent 9 reviews

Sintra - Cascais Private Tour with Photos :)

The experience starts in the train station, and it's tailor-made for you and your guests. The first stop is the historic center of Sintra, for an acc...

5.0 Excellent 18 reviews
4h

Private Half Day Hiking in Sintra-Cascais Natural Park

This hike is unique because it combines two contrasting landscapes—the rugged cliffs and historic Peninha Sanctuary with the serene coastal Cresmina D...

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5.0 Excellent 236 reviews

PRIVATE Unforgettable Full Day Tour to Sintra from Lisbon

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...

5.0 Excellent 147 reviews

Sintra Full Day tour from Lisbon - small group tour

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...

5.0 Excellent 102 reviews

Private Sintra skip-the-line Flexible Tour DiscoverWonderland

Discover wonderland of Portugal on a day private tour with a private guide, the best way to visit the former royal retreats of Pena Palace and Quinta ...

5.0 Excellent 102 reviews
8h

Private Sintra Tour from Lisbon: Pena Palace, Cabo Roca & Cascais

This private Sintra tour from Lisbon is a fully personalized 8-hour experience designed exclusively for your group. Explore Sintra’s historic center, ...

5.0 Excellent 338 reviews
8h

Sintra and Cascais Private Tour with Pena Palace Ticket Included

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. ...

5.0 Excellent 115 reviews

Private Tour Sintra Palaces/Cabo da Roca (2 people or more)

Unforgettable tour to the westernmost point of Continental Europe. Stunning landscape over the ocean. Stroll through the wonderful and romantic villag...

5.0 Excellent 1424 reviews
8h

Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience

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....

5.0 Excellent 649 reviews

Private Tour Sintra from Lisbon Palaces of Pena and Regaleira

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...

5.0 Excellent 358 reviews

Private Local Sintra Tour: Palaces & Coast by Classic Car or Jeep

As locals of Sintra, we’ve designed this tour to give you an authentic and unforgettable experience. With a deep love for our hometown, we know the st...

5.0 Excellent 214 reviews

Private Tour to Sintra from Lisbon - Along the Hills to the Coast

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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Planning a trip to Sintra

Best time to visit

Visit Sintra in spring or autumn for comfortable walking weather and thinner crowds. From late morning in summer the palaces and narrow roads get very busy, so start early or take an organised tour that handles timing and transport.

Getting there & around

Sintra is about a 40-minute train ride from Lisbon (Rossio station). The palaces are spread across steep, wooded hills, so most visitors use the local shuttle bus, tuk-tuks or a guided day tour rather than driving the congested lanes.

Frequently Asked Questions

69 tours are available for booking in Sintra on Guidekin. The highest-rated is PRIVATE Unforgettable Full Day Tour to Sintra from Lisbon with 5.0/5 from 236 reviews.

Prices range from €22 to €550 per person. The most affordable option is Sintra: Quinta da Regaleira E-Ticket and Multilingual Audio Tour at €22. The premium choice is Magic morning tour in Sintra, Palace of Pena and Cabo da Roca from Cascais at €550.

Based on 36361 traveler reviews across 69 tours, PRIVATE Unforgettable Full Day Tour to Sintra from Lisbon has the highest rating: 5.0/5 (236 reviews).

Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 10h. The shortest is Sintra: Quinta da Regaleira E-Ticket and Multilingual Audio Tour at 1h 30m. The longest is Guided Tour to Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais at 10h.

Browse 69 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 tours in Sintra 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.