Private Tour
Private Local Sintra Tour: Palaces & Coast by Classic Car or Jeep
Overview
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As locals of Sintra, we’ve designed this tour to give you an authentic and unforgettable experience. With a deep love for our hometown, we know the stories, legends, and hidden gems that most visitors never get to see.
We’ve divided the experience into three captivating themes: Culture and Heritage, where we explore Sintra’s rich history and iconic landmarks like Pena Palace or the Moorish Castle; Mountain and Nature, where we journey through lush forests and scenic viewpoints in the Sintra hills; and Coast and Ocean, where you’ll discover dramatic cliffs at cabo da roca, charming local villages, and beautiful beaches.
You’ll ride in style in one of our unique vehicles, which include an electric convertible jeep, a classic convertible jeep, or a vintage car, each adding charm and fun to the adventure.
Best of all, this tour is fully customizable. Whether you're passionate about palaces, nature, photography, or local food, we’ll tailor the route to match your interests and pace.
Additional Info
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.
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
Lunch
Guided visit inside the monuments
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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
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 or electric convertible jeep.
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
Meeting Point in Sintra
Duration: 5 hours: The tour lasts on average 4 to 5 hours.
Meeting point:: Queijadas da sapa. Just a 2 minutes walk from Sintra train station.
Our Vehicles:: Classic car with Sunroof, Classic Convertible Jeep, Electric Convertible Jeep
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 or Electric Convertible Jeep.
Tickets:: Admission to visit the Pena Palace Grounds Included. These include the Pena Palace terraces.
Pickup included
Reviews
309 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful and flexible tour!
Vikki S,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful half day tour with Antonio in an electric jeep around the coast. I really appreciated the flexibility of the itinerary and the responsiveness of the tour operator to help us adjust the travel plans as we had to navigate our schedule around another organized group tour. Antonio was a lovely guide and very passionate about his city. Highly recommend this experience!
Absolutely must book as day trip from Lisbon
Emily R,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you are wanting a day trip from Lisbon to Sintra I can’t recommend this enough! We were picked up right from our hotel by Manuel and had the absolute best time. Exploring Sintra with a local in a cool car was the best experience. We were able to see the western most point on the European continent, Pena palace, and explore Sintra in so many different places.
Amazing sightseeing and guides!
Jonathan D,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience! Cátia was a wonderful guide and provided a robust and personalized tour for us, ending with a tasty local pastry! We were two couples traveling together and saw the palaces, monuments, beaches, and more than we could have asked for!
Amazing experience & excellent guide
Kevin K,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful experience to get to see the broader Sintra area (not just the historic areas) and get a unique local’s perspective. Our guide, Diogo, was a wellspring of historical knowledge and we would wholeheartedly recommend him and his tour to anyone with an interest in the finer nuances of Portuguese history and culture. The open-air jeep ride through some of the more locals-only routes in Sintra were also a plus!
Great Guide
Courtney C,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Catia was a great guide. She was fun, energetic and knowledgeable. We weren’t able to go to any castles due to fires, but we made the best of the time by visiting some great beaches and even got to go into some caves.
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