--- title: Sintra Full Day tour from Lisbon - small group tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/sintra/tours/sintra-full-day-tour-from-lisbon-small-group-tour-85308P7/ type: tour city: Lisbon country: Portugal price: 70 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 310 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Small-batch newcomer rank_in_category: 7 of 50 (Sintra) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/tours/sintra-full-day-tour-from-lisbon-small-group-tour-85308P7/ --- # Sintra Full Day tour from Lisbon - small group tour **Guidekin's take:** A full day run by Sintra locals who guide you inside the monuments rather than dropping you at the gate, with free time in between and Sintra pastries to try. Entrance fees and lunch are extra, and there is real uphill walking. 4.98 from 310 reviews at €70 per person. In our comparison: #7 of 50 in Sintra, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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 crowds and lead you to breathtaking 'off-the-beaten-path' locations that most tourists never see. We don’t just drive you around; we provide insightful guided tours inside the monuments while balancing it with plenty of free time for you to explore at your own pace. Our goal is simple: to ensure you experience the magic of Sintra in a relaxed, fun, and authentic way, so you return home loving this place as much as we do! ## Before you book - Meeting point: We will pick up all guests in front of… - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Age 4+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €70 per person - Duration: 7h–8h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 310 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Jump in tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.98 from 310 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 310 of 310. - 5 stars: 305 (98%) - 4 stars: 5 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and local lunch stops; some find extra charges poorly explained. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, friendly guides make local history easy to follow - Local restaurant lunches are a frequent highlight - Small groups make the day feel personal and sociable - Free time to explore after guided introductions to the sites **Complaints:** - Steep hills, stairs and extensive walking can leave visitors tired - Extra charges and what is included are not always clearly explained Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-04-23 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Air-conditioned vehicle - Guided tours inside the monuments. - We will have you try the delicious Sintra pastries! ## Not included - Lunch - All Fees and Taxes ## Itinerary 1. **Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II** (30m) - Pick up at Dona Maria II National Theater, it's situated in Lisbon center, 15min walking from most parts of Lisbon 30 min drive to Sintra 2. **Centro Historico de Sintra** (30m) - We will wander through the labyrinth like streets of the old town to discover its true identity, amazing arquitecture and unique pastry 3. **Quinta da Regaleira** (2h) - This amazingly intricate and mystic Palace will set your imagination free with 4 hectares of lush, exotic gardens hiding caves, waterfalls, a 27 meters free mason initiation well and an amazing romantic and eccentric summer house 4. **Cabo Da Roca** (30m) - On the coastline we will go for a waterfront lunch before exploring its brethtaking cliff views and Cabo da Roca - The end of the World! 5. **Praia Grande** (2h) - We will stop in Praia grande (Big beach) for a nice waterfront restaurant (price per person +- €25 per person) 6. **National Palace of Pena** (2h) - How could we not? Just look at the pictures! Although it’s a busy place, if you come this way you must go see it up close! It’s amazing! To avoid the crowds and still get its highlights we’ll only visit its exterior. Explore all the terraces, views and architectural features... 7. **Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II** (30m) - Drop off at the end of the day at Dona Maria II National Theater (30 min drive from Sintra) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - 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 pick up all guests in front of Dona Maria II National Theater. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJVdRNSIczGQ0R9BzXoThhN_Q Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Monuments entrance fees are not included - this tour involves a fair bit of walking including up and down the hill, so it's not recommended for people mobility issues ## Compared with other Sintra | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 50** | €70 | 7h–8h | 4.98 (310) | shared | | [Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience](/portugal/sintra/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/sintra/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/sintra/tours/sintra-and-cascais-private-tour-with-pena-palace-ticket-included/?format=md) | €155 | 8h | 4.99 (370) | private | Ranked #7 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. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/sintra/?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/sintra-full-day-tour-from-lisbon-small-group-tour-85308P7/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/sintra/?format=md