Private Tour
Sintra Full-Day: Pena, Moorish Castle & Regaleira with Tickets
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The Complete Sintra Heritage Immersion: All-Inclusive & Expert-Led
Experience the "Glorious Eden" described by Lord Byron with this all-inclusive private expedition. This is the definitive Sintra tour, featuring pre-booked tickets and guided visits inside the three most iconic monuments: Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, and Quinta da Regaleira. With a Certified Guide, you will unlock the millennial history and secret symbolism behind these UNESCO treasures.
Beyond the major sites, we stroll through the Historic Center to taste local traditions and enjoy a scenic drive past the neoclassical Seteais Palace and the exotic Monserrate Palace, slowing down for the perfect photographs. Please note: This tour is designed for active explorers and involves significant walking and stairs. Traveling in a premium vehicle with a local expert, this journey ensures a seamless, high-value cultural experience that captures the very essence of Portugal's most enchanting mountain.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Explore the vibrant colors of Portugal’s most famous Romanticist palace. Your guide will lead you through the ornate royal chambers and the lush hidden pathways of the surrounding park, revealing the history behind this fairytale landmark.
Optional walking the gardens
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Insurance demanded by Portuguese Tourism board
Tickets to Pena Palace
WiFi on board
Tickets to Moorish Castle
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tickets to Quinta da Regaleira
Guided tour inside the monuments
Food and drinks
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Sintra Full-Day: Pena, Moorish Castle & Regaleira with Tickets
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Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect tour
Marilyn M,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a good time, our guide Marta was very helpful, knowledgeable, organized & very accommodating to our walking speed being “seniors” 👍She even brought us to Cabo de Roca even though it was not in our itinerary. Excellent job, highly recommended 👏👏👏
Great guide & tour
Vipul J,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guid Rui was excellent. He is from Sintra so he knew the places to see and gave history of the monuments, castles and palaces.
naveens919,,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We engaged Rui Catalao for a tour of Sintra and the palaces on July 5th via Viator. Leading up to the excursion, Rui maintained constant communication through messaging to confirm all the details for our day. On the morning of the tour, he arrived at our hotel 15 minutes early. Our group consisted of 10 people, and we were pleasantly surprised when two Mercedes vans arrived—much more comfortable compared to our previous excursions to Porto, Berlengas Island, and around Lisbon, which were all in a single, and rather cramped, van. Rui Catalao and his partner, Hugo (who drove the second van), kept us informed throughout the day, sharing fascinating history and details about Sintra. Rui personally accompanied us on the trek through the gardens and up to the palace. Meanwhile, Hugo stayed behind with my mother-in-law, who was unable to make the walk. He kept her entertained with his humor until we rejoined them at the palace tour. For lunch, Rui took us to a fantastic local restaurant. "Sabores de Sintra" is an unassuming restaurant from the front door. It has an amazing open air garden seating in the back. Food was delicious as well. We visited the following sites that day: Historic Center of Sintra & National Palace of Sintra Moorish Castle National Palace of Pena Quinta da Regaleira Villa Sassetti Overall, this was the best excursion we experienced in Portugal. Berlengas island was a close second! We felt very safe and comfortable with Rui Catalao and Hugo, and we plan to request their services for all of our days on our next trip to Portugal.
Best guides
Gloria W,,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rui and Hugo were the best guides. We were a large group that needed some special accommodations and they were great. They were very flexible with us and super knowledgeable. They accompanied us through each location and explained everything. Great recommendation for lunch. Handled all of the entries like a pro.
Jon was incredibly...
Frank d,,Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jon was incredibly informative and consistently went out of his way to ensure we were satisfied throughout the process. His proactive communication and attention to our needs made a noticeable difference.
Great Day
tinacardoso,,Jun 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day, the tour guide was very accommodating and gave us as much time as we wanted at each stop. He also made reservations for us at a wonderful Portuguese restaurant.
Great experience
Massimo Stazi64,,May 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic Van Tour from Sintra to Cabo da Roca and Cascais. Rui fantastic person, nice and special.
A very pleasant experience in Portugal
orfiau,,Apr 30, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are Oseias and Nea From Brasil. Rui was our guide and took us on a day trip in Sintra and Cascais. He is a person who knows what he does, he is very kind and attentive. Certainly he contributed to make our tour smooth and memorable. We strongly recommend.
Amazing experience with Duca
dctourist123,,Apr 16, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We met the operator of Duca as we got off the train in Sintra. We had the car to ourselves the whole day, The operator was very knowledgeable about the history of Sintra and the local area and knew all the tricks to avoid the long lines, and gave us the best tips of what to see and how to divide our time. He took us to a local bakery to try the famous local pastry, and drove us around in this fantastic car. It was a very comfortable and luxurious experience with a private guide who knew all the history of the area. He also took us to a local vineyard where we tried delicious wine, and showed us Cascais, it wasn't part of our tour, but he did it anyway. He was the MOST AMAZING DAY thanks to Duca, and felt very relaxed and happy to make these wonderful memories. Excellent service, excellent price!
Family Tour
719mjr,,Apr 15, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were looking for some tour in the city and Rui appeared offering a tour of 1 day to know parts of Portugal, already in the first impression we had confidence in him. What can I say? The guy is very 10!!! It was a top tour knowing several beautiful places like Sintra and Cascais.... Super recommend, polite and attentive Cover, luxury van, clean and organized. Thank you Rui for providing us with moments that will stay in the history of our lives, we will always remember you, or vendos our photos, or through social networks. God bless your business!!!!
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