About this experience
Discover the magic of Sintra, the Atlantic coast, and Cascais on a fully customizable private shore excursion from Lisbon. Meet your private guide at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal and travel to UNESCO-listed Sintra, famous for its romantic palaces, lush forests, and fairytale atmosphere.
Enjoy panoramic sightseeing and visit two monuments of your choice, with entrance tickets included: Pena Palace, Biester Chalet, Monserrate Palace, Moorish Castle, or Quinta da Regaleira.
Continue through the Sintra Mountains to the coast for a relaxing lunch break at a local restaurant recommended by your guide. Then visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, before following the scenic coastline past Guincho Beach and stopping at Boca do Inferno.
Finish in elegant Cascais, where you'll have free time to explore the marina, Citadel, and beautiful bay before returning comfortably to your cruise ship.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Entrance tickets to two Sintra monuments of your choice
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Private transportation
- All local taxes
- Pick-up and drop-off at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal
- Professional English-speaking guide/driver
Not included
- Lunch and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
Pick-up at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal.
Meet your private guide directly at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal or your Lisbon hotel. Settle into your comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and begin your private journey toward Sintra.
Scenic Drive to Sintra.
Enjoy a relaxing drive through the Portuguese countryside while your guide introduces you to the history, culture, and fascinating stories of Sintra and the surrounding region.
Panoramic Tour of Sintra.
Discover the atmosphere of Sintra on a panoramic drive through its historic center, surrounded by romantic villas, lush forests, narrow streets, and magnificent mountain scenery.
Visit First Monument of Your Choice.
Explore the first of your two selected Sintra monuments. Choose between Pena Palace, Biester Chalet, Monserrate Palace, the Moorish Castle, or Quinta da Regaleira. Entrance tickets are included.
Visit Second Monument of Your Choice – 75 minutes
Continue your exploration with a second monument of your choice, allowing you to personalize the experience according to your interests in architecture, history, gardens, or panoramic scenery.
Drive through Sintra Natural Park.
Travel through the beautiful Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, characterized by dense forests, winding mountain roads, and spectacular landscapes stretching toward the Atlantic coast.
Lunch Break.
Enjoy time for lunch at one of the region's local restaurants. Your guide can recommend excellent options for fresh seafood, traditional Portuguese cuisine, vegetarian dishes, regional wines, and desserts. Lunch is not included.
Cabo da Roca – 20 minutes
Visit the westernmost point of continental Europe and admire its impressive lighthouse, rugged cliffs, and sweeping views across the Atlantic Ocean.
Scenic Coastal Drive via Guincho Beach & Boca do Inferno.
Follow one of Portugal's most beautiful coastal roads, passing the famous Guincho Beach before stopping at Boca do Inferno, where Atlantic waves crash dramatically against the rocky cliffs.
Free Time in Cascais.
Discover the elegant seaside town of Cascais at your own pace. Stroll through its historic streets and marina, admire the bay and Citadel, browse local shops, or relax at a café near the waterfront.
Return Drive to Lisbon Cruise Terminal.
After your visit to Cascais, relax during the comfortable return journey to Lisbon, with drop-off directly at your cruise terminal or Lisbon hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- The driver will meet you in the Lisbon Cruise Terminal with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- taxiGo DMC
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Available tour options
- Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide Pickup included
- Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide Pickup included
- Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Lisbon Cruise Terminal Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide Pickup included
- No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up. Pickup included
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