--- title: Half-Day Sintra and Pena Palace Tour from Lisbon with Small-Group lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/sintra/tours/half-day-sintra-and-pena-palace-tour-from-lisbon-with-small-group/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.79 reviews: 562 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Small groups rank_in_category: 5 of 6 (Half-Day Sintra Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-08-31 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/tours/half-day-sintra-and-pena-palace-tour-from-lisbon-with-small-group/ --- # Half-Day Sintra and Pena Palace Tour from Lisbon with Small-Group **Guidekin's take:** Half a day in Sintra by minivan from central Lisbon with a personal guide who walks you through Pena Palace terraces and viewpoints, plus a cherry liqueur and a local pastry. The Pena park ticket is not in the price. 4.79 from 562 reviews at €90 per person. In our comparison: #5 of 6 in Half-Day Sintra Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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. I will pick you up in Lisbon’s central square and we will travel by comfortable air-conditioned minivan to Sintra, one of the most beautiful towns in Portugal, located about 30 minutes away. At the colorful Pena Palace, I will guide you through the most iconic balconies, terraces, facades, and viewpoints, sharing the history and best photo spots. Note: We visit all the famous balconies, terraces, facades and the most beautiful views only. We will also explore Sintra’s charming streets, taste a traditional pastry, and try homemade cherry liquor. ## Before you book - Meeting point: We will send you a reminder 12 hours… - Starts 08:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: Local pastry (small tasting) - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €80: ages 3 to 5 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.79/5 from 562 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Tripnova - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-08-31 ## Reviews 4.79 from 562 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 530 of 562. - 5 stars: 495 (88%) - 4 stars: 35 (6%) - 3 stars: 20 (4%) - 2 stars: 7 (1%) - 1 star: 5 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the knowledgeable guides and free time to explore, but the steep uphill walking can be tiring **Praised:** - Engaging guides sharing the history of Pena Palace and Sintra - Small groups and comfortable transport - Time to explore independently alongside guided visits - Patient guides adjusting the pace and helping with individual needs - Local pastry and cherry liqueur tastings in Sintra **Complaints:** - Steep uphill paths and stairs make the walk demanding for some - Some disliked buying palace tickets separately and not seeing the interior - Some wanted longer at the stops, while others found the free time sufficient - Heat closures prevented some travellers from visiting Pena Palace Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-06-28 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Local home made cherry liqueur - Local pastry (small tasting) - Air-conditioned vehicle - Personal tour guide ## Not included - Any souvenirs or snacks you want to buy in Sintra - Gratuities - Pena Palace Park ## Itinerary 1. **National Palace of Pena** (2h) - We will explore the famous colorful Pena palace where I will show you my favorite spots and the best LOCATIONS! You cannot miss this castle in Portugal, however it is very BUSY all year long. If you follow our most knowledgeable guide you will be able to see it all and enjoy... 2. **Liberdade Park** (pass by, no stop) - We drive through the most charming and mysterious national park of Europe with an incredible nature all year long. 3. **Sintra Mountains** (pass by, no stop) - We will drive through the Sintra Mountains in the minivan to get to experience its beauty, nature and colors. 4. **Centro Historico de Sintra** (1h 30m) - We'll stroll through the charming narrow streets, steering clear of bustling tourist groups. Our journey will uncover the finest viewpoints and delve into local history, intriguing facts, and unique stories. Prepare to visit Portugal's oldest bakery and uncover the secret... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-08-31 - 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 We will send you a reminder 12 hours before the tour with your guide's and vehicle details Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJy63VdnIzGQ0Rh2dg0JcopQk Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Half-Day Sintra Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 6** | €90 | 5h | 4.79 (562) | shared | | [Sintra Half Day with Pena Palace and Regaleira from Lisbon](/portugal/sintra/tours/sintra-half-day-with-pena-palace-and-regaleira-from-lisbon/?format=md) | €79 | 5h 30m | 4.91 (525) | shared | | [Lisbon: Express Sintra Private Tour with Pena Palace Tickets](/portugal/sintra/tours/lisbon-express-sintra-private-tour-with-pena-palace-tickets/?format=md) | €166 | 4h | 4.96 (76) | private | | [Lisbon: Sintra Half-Day Guided Tour with Pena Palace Tickets](/portugal/sintra/tours/lisbon-sintra-half-day-guided-tour-with-pena-palace-tickets/?format=md) | €85 | 5h | 4.88 (609) | shared | Ranked #5 of 6 in Half-Day Sintra Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €79 to €166, median €93; typical length 5h. 3 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/half-day-sintra-tours/?format=md ## More in Lisbon - All Lisbon tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/tours/half-day-sintra-and-pena-palace-tour-from-lisbon-with-small-group/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/?format=md