Private Sintra Tour Palaces and Coast by Vintage Car or Jeep
Overview
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As locals of Sintra, we’ve designed this tour to offer an authentic experience beyond the typical tourist route. Our guides are Sintra residents with backgrounds in archaeology, history, hospitality, and tourism, sharing stories and hidden corners that most visitors never discover.
The experience is divided into three themes: Culture & Heritage, with viewpoints and explanations of landmarks such as Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, and Sintra’s historic center; Mountain & Nature, exploring forest roads, hidden viewpoints, the Sintra hills; and Coast & Ocean, featuring Cabo da Roca, dramatic cliffs, local villages, and Atlantic beaches.
Choose from our vintage convertible jeeps for small groups, larger jeeps for up to 8 passengers, or a comfortable minivan if you prefer comfort over adventure.
Every tour is customizable, whether you prefer palaces, hidden spots, photography, nature, local food, or a relaxed day discovering Sintra like a local.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Park and National Palace of Pena
Discover Sintra with Locals – Mountains, Monuments & Coast in 4 to 6 Hours As proud Sintra locals—ranging from archaeologists and scouts to tourism experts—we’ve designed this tour to give you a meaningful, well-paced experience of our beautiful hometown in just 4 to 6 hours. We believe that the true essence of Sintra lies in a perfect trio: Monuments, Mountains and Coast. This tour brings together all three, taking you through a scenic journey filled with history, legends, and stunning landscapes. Our adventure begins with a drive up the lush mountain roads toward the iconic Pena Palace. We'll stop at special viewpoints where you see breathtaking views of the monuments. If you'd like, you can also visit the inside of the palace and its surrounding park. This part of the tour is optional and self-guided. Please note: Tickets are not included unless you select the option of Pena Park If you need help choosing the time slot to buy the ticket to pena, send us a message.
Famous for the health giving quality of its waters, the first references to the Fonte da Sabuga date back to medieval times. Here we will stop to have a sip of the "miraculous" water and hear some stories about Portugal.
Options
Meeting Point in Sintra
Duration: 5 hours: The tour lasts on average 4 to 5 hours. Meeting point:: Casa do Largo "O Saladas", Largo Vasco da Gama 1, 2710-423 Sintra. Just outside the Portela de Sintra tran station Our Vehicles:: Classic car with Sunroof, Classic Convertible Jeep, Electric Convertible Jeep, Minivan with sunroof for larger groups
Meet the Guide at your Hotel
Duration: 5 hours: The tour lasts on average 4 to 5 hours. Our Vehicles: Classic car with sunroof, Convertible classic jeep, electric convertible jeep or minivan with sunroof for larger groups. Includes pick up and drop off:: Choose this option if you prefer to have the guide meet you at your Hotel, AirBnB or any other meeting point Pickup included
Pickup + Pena Park Tickets
Duration: 5 hours: The tour lasts on average 4 to 5 hours. Includes Pick-Up and Drop-off:: Choose this option if you prefer to have the guide meet you at your Hotel, AirBnB or any other accommodation or meeting point Our Vehicles:: Classic car with Sunroof, Classic convertible Jeep, Electric Convertible Jeep or minivan with sunroof for larger groups. Tickets:: Admission to visit the Pena Palace Grounds Included. These include the Pena Palace terraces. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
All mandatory insurance according to Portuguese law
Unique vehicles (classic car, convertible jeeps)
Local tour guide and driver
Pick-up and drop-off at accommodation/meeting point (based on the selected option)
Tickets and entrance fees
Guided visit inside the monuments
Pena Palace + Gardens ticket (ticket price: 20€ Per person).
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
375 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Customized tours for maximum enjoyment
U5731MEwillb,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I visited Sintra this summer with my family. I am typically a more shy person; I tend to stay away from crowds, opt for quieter streets, avoid big cities. Coming to Sintra I had heard of how busy the attractions could be and was worried I might be overwhelmed. My family reached out to Mr. Local Tours to ask them if they could help us plan a tour that avoided the crowds and moved at a slower pace. Diogo was super helpful, and got a plan ready that he sent over for us to review. It took a faster paced one-day tour and broke it down into a slower paced two-day grand tour of the backroads and beauty villages of Sintra. And it was amazing! We saw all the monuments without getting herded like cows in a queue, and managed to truly get a local feel for the area, as Diogo took us to some of his favorite spots. Diogo was so helpful and informative, and really made me feel at home. And he picked us up for the tours in this really cool electric neon blue Citroen suv. It was a great experience and I can’t wait to visit again! Thanks Diogo!
A really awesome tour given buy a really great guide!
U5731MEwillb,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I keep trying to write a longer review and getting pulled away because I’m writing so much. So the bottom line is this: Mr. Local Tours did an amazing job. I would 100% recommend them to anyone coming to Sintra. Diogo was informative, intelligent, well-spoken, and really nice. He was a pleasure to meet and the information he gave us was tailored to our interests and presented well. He made sure our tours were well-thought out for our kids with breaks and time for playground and naps, while still being fun and enjoyable for the adults. And he made sure we really got a truly local experience while still being comfortable. We came to the area knowing nothing of Sintra and we left with it feeling like another home. Thank you so much Diogo!
Unforgetable!
Cynthia I,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you value a thoughtful, knowledgeable and personalized tour of Sintra Portugal this one is for you! Our tour guide Diogo was gracious, and went the extra mile to be sure that our experience was memorable and fun-filled. His responsive texts in advance to arrange transport in a comfortable minivan instead of vintage car, greatly accomodated my tall husband and assured his comfort due to problems walking. This openness to assist us right from the start was very much appreciated and the tour itself was personal and amazing! Diogo was considerate and helpful throughout and we learned so much about the region through his colorful stories and folklore. The narrative was outstanding, complete with historical pictures to give depth and understanding of the rich culture. We laughed, took plenty of pictures, learned a lot and ended with a small keepsake gift of our adventure... a beautiful and generous added touch! I am so very glad that we found the 'Private Local Tour: Palaces & Coast by Classic Car or Jeep' tour company. We truly enjoyed our experience and would not have wanted to tour Sintra any other way!
Excellent tour, superb guide, highly recommended.
259carolea,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. From the initial booking through to the tour itself, the communication was excellent throughout. Our guide, Francisco, was outstanding. His knowledge of the places we visited and their history was truly impressive. He went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible experience, always mindful of our comfort and preferences. Travelling between the sights by jeep added a unique element to the tour, and several of the locations we visited are places we would never have discovered on our own. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, made all the more memorable by Francisco’s exceptional guidance.
Brilliant relaxed...
Sue H,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant relaxed dayexcellent guide very knowledgable lovely sence of humour.. Dealt with getiing 2 elderly passengers in and out of the jeep with understanding
Tour of Sintra and surrounding area
kevinhR7931AR,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great as were the 2 guides Chico and Diogo. There English and local knowledge was fantastic. I'd definitely recomend taking a tour with them.
Fun day in Sintra!
Joel E,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loads of fun with our guide Diogo today. Showed us really nice local spots on the coast, then brought us to see sights of the palaces in the mountains. Tons of great stories and interesting facts about the areas from a local. Would recommend 10/10.
A memorable day in Sintra
Rebecca K,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was informative and funny. Our guide had grown up in the area, so not only did we learn about the history of Sintra, we felt like we were offered some local insight as well. He was adaptable to our needs and made sure we got the best photos.
Awesome Day in Sintra with Diogo of Mr. Local Tours!
Amy O,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour with Diogo was a true highlight of our two weeks in Portugal! Diogo is a Sintra native who knows all of the best places, including secret spots with amazing views! He is very engaging, accommodating of special requests and truly gets to know his guests. It was a huge advantage having a local who grew up and still lives in Sintra show us around the area and share stories, antidotes, and recommendations throughout the day. We enjoyed all of the history and interesting information that Diogo shared with us while he drove us in a super cool vintage convertible all around the mountain and over to the coast. Having Diogo as our guide was like hanging out with a very knowledgeable friend with a great sense of humor! We have already recommended this tour to friends who are coming to Portugal this summer, and we would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to explore, experience and learn about the Sintra area with the very best! Thank you for a special and memorable day, Diogo!
Wonderful experience
Marybeth W,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful way to see a lot of things in a short amount of time. Our tour guide Sarah could not have been nicer. Vibrant energetic catering to our needs and so so knowledgeable. Really great
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