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Private Tour Sintra, Palaces and Mountain Tuk Tuk(2 to 6 people)

4.9 Excellent 198 reviews
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1h 15m
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Portuguese, English, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

A short private tuk tuk loop through the Sintra hills past the palaces, with stories and legends from the driver guide, priced per person for a party of two to six. Monuments are seen from outside only; in rain the route switches to a car. 4.9 from 198 reviews at €45 per person for 1h 15m.

From the guide

Unforgettable tour through the stunning Sintra mountain range and its monuments. History, legends and gastronomy. Unique experience lived in Tuk Tuk. In case of adverse weather conditions such as rain and bad weather, the route can be done by car.

Compared with other Private Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #35 of 41€451h 15m4.9 (198)private
PRIVATE Unforgettable Full Day Tour to Sintra from Lisbon€15910h5.0 (268)private
Sintra Private Tour with All Tickets Included€2958h5.0 (261)private
Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience€1558h4.98 (1960)private

Ranked #35 of 41 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €295, median €143; typical length 8h. 41 of 41 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 41 Private Tours

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 18 start times between 09:00 and 17:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, with 18 start times between 09:00 and 17:30 depending on the date. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked August 31, 2026.

What's Included

Bottled water

What's Not Included

Entrance tickets to the monuments - outside visit

Itinerary

Sintra National Palace Stop 1
Before starting our visit, we will taste the delicious Queijada de Sintra in the oldest pastry shop in the village. Then, we will head towards the top of the mountain passing by the emblematic National Palace of Sintra, where we will be able to see the famous chimneys. Brief history.
Pass by
Palacio e Parque Biester Stop 2
Passage through the Biester Palace, famous for having been the scene of the movie Nona Porta, starring actor Johnny Deep.
Pass by
Vale dos Lagos at Parque de Pena Stop 3
On our wonderful ascent through the Sintra mountains, we will pass through Vale dos Lagos, where we will make a brief stop to enjoy part of the Pena Palace garden, panoramic view of the Moorish Castle. Here we will tell you a little about the history and legends of our Romantic and beautiful village of Sintra. Excellent point for photographic record.
10 min
Castelo dos Mouros Stop 4
Passage through the entrance of the castle walls. With a Muslim foundation, Castelo dos Mouros occupied a strategic and fundamental position in the defense of the local territory and maritime access to the city of Lisbon.
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Park and National Palace of Pena Stop 5
At the top of the mountain we will find the pearl of Sintra's crown, the romantic Pena Palace. With its bright and warm colors, at the top of the mountain, it takes us to a world of legends and fantasy.
Pass by

Departure & Return

Start point

Next to Café Saudade, at the Sintra Train Station.

End point

Next to Café Saudade, at the Sintra Train Station.

Additional Information

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 45 / person