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Sintra Highlights: Private 4x4 Adventure (Half Day)

Sintra Highlights: Private 4x4 Adventure (Half Day)

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2025

Tiago N.

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Sintra

English, Portuguese (Native), Spanish

4 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Tiago N.)

Up to 12 people

Experience the best of Sintra on this 4–5 hour half-day tour in a classic 4x4 jeep. Explore the surroundings of landmarks like Pena Palace, the National Palace, Moorish Castle, Quinta da Regaleira, and more, stopping at viewpoints to take photos and learn about the fascinating history of each site. Continue to the scenic Sintra coast, including Colares and Azenhas do Mar, and reach Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe, before returning to Sintra with unforgettable Atlantic Ocean views.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Sintra Train station/ "Casa do Preto" (It depends on how you choose to come to Sintra)

- We usually start the tour at Sintra Train Station, which is perfect if you’re coming by train from Lisbon (Rossio train station). But if you’re arriving by Uber or rental car, no problem, we can easily adjust the meeting point!

Sintra National Palace

Stop at the best viewpoint to admire the view over the National Palace of Sintra, take some great photos, and hear your guide share the history behind it.

Biester Palace and Park

Stop to admire the view of Biester Palace, learn about its history, and enjoy a short walk around the area to take some photos and appreciate the surroundings.

Moorish Castle

Stop at a scenic viewpoint to admire the Moorish Castle, learn about its fascinating history, and take a short walk around the area to enjoy the views and capture some photos.

Pena National Palace and Park

Stop to admire the view of Pena Palace, learn about its history, and take a short walk around the area.

If you’d like to go inside, tickets cost between €10–€20.

We recommend visiting only one palace during the day so you can fully enjoy each stop without rushing.

One of our suggestions is to visit just the park of Pena Palace (the grounds only) which still offers amazing views and unique architectural style.

Quinta da Regaleira

Stop to admire the view of Quinta da Regaleira, explain its history, and take a short walk around the area.

- If you wish to enter, the ticket costs €15.

- Again, we recommend visiting only one palace during the day, so we don’t have to rush any of the stops

- With the ticket for Quinta da Regaleira being one of our suggestions.

Seteais Palace

Pass by the Seteais Palace, admire its neoclassical architecture, and learn about its history.

Monserrate Palace

Pass by Monserrate Palace, enjoy the view, and learn about its history

Colares - Azenhas do Mar

In the afternoon, head to Colares, a coastal town in Sintra, making several stops at different beaches, including the beautiful Azenhas do Mar! Here you can walk along one of Sintra’s most charming beaches and take in the incredible scenery, enjoying the views and atmosphere of the coastline.

Roca Cape + Secret

The westernmost point of Europe, with a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. Before reaching Cabo da Roca, we’ll take a short off-road route to “hidden gem”, the most stunning cliff viewpoint in the Sintra

Sintra Historical Center

We had back to Sintra to the Historical Cente here you can explore the streets and shops, where the tour comes to an end.

Ending Point

Sintra

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

-Guide fee

-Private transportation (classic 4x4 safari jeep)

-Professional jeep driver

-Gasoline, tolls, and parking fees

-Traditional Sintra sweets

-Good mood and a memorable adventure

-Specialized local guide (who will also be your driver)

What‘s not included

-Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation

-Lunch – Price ranges between €15–€30 per person

-Tickets for the palaces you choose to visit (Price ranges between €15–€20)

-Guided visit inside the monuments (needs to be requested in advance)

Tour Important Information

- Not recommended for travelers with back or knee problems

- Not recommended for pregnant women

- Most travelers are able to participate

- If you decide to visit the palaces, steep walks are required

- Pick-up or drop-off in Lisbon must be requested in advance

- In summer, bring sunscreen as there will be prolonged exposure to the sun

- In winter, wear appropriate footwear and bring a raincoat

- Not accessible to children under 3 years old

Important message from the supplier

-Get in touch before booking the tour so we can customize the tour to best suit your preferences, including meeting and finishing points, start time, and assistance with booking any palaces you wish to visit. let’s plan our day in Sintra together!!!

-Do not purchase any palace tickets before booking the tour.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Tiago N.

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About Tour Guide Tiago N.

Hi! I’m Tiago Nunes, a local guide born and raised in Sintra with a passion for nature, adventure, and sharing the hidden gems of my beautiful town. With years of experience showing visitors around, I love creating personalized tours on my jeep that let you experience the history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Sintra at your own pace. Whether you want to explore palaces, castles, beach and coast or scenic trails, I’ll make sure your visit is unforgettable!