Day Trips

From Lisbon: Sintra, Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira Full-Day Trip

4.6/5(41)

Sandra K

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Joao is an excellent guide. He was able to intelligently deliver historical stories with humour and the right amount of detail. We had a fantastic day at Sintra Palace and Quinta de Regalaria. His lunch/food recommendations were also excellent. Best red Sangria of all time - loads of fruit, fresh mint and real cinnamon stick! Thanks Joao for a memorable day in Sintra.

Vanessa V

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Everything was great - Alfonso is fantastic. BUT - the directions said to look for someone wearing a white shirt and a blue flag. He had on a yellow shirt that said Boost on it (no one knew anything about Headout tours). Anyway, we found him eventually and had a great day! Weather wasn't good at Pena Palace and the lines were super long but it was a good tour and we learned a lot about Portugal! Obrigada Alfonso!

Catalina M

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

A must-do excursion to Sintra, visiting Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace. The guide picked us up in Lisbon and already started telling us the history in the van. Since it's so touristy, it's better this way because Eloy, our guide, took us from one place to another, making sure we arrived on time for our entry slots. A 10 out of 10 for Eloy, a great guide and photographer 👏🏼👏🏼 I would definitely do it again.

Juan S

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The guide was fantastic. We loved his explanations and his extensive knowledge of history and biology, and how he connected the two. I consider the Pena Palace and the Quinta da Regaléis to be equally wonderful, and they’re definitely worth visiting.

Patricia S

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Our guide, Vasco, made the experience truly special. He recommended places to eat at reasonable prices, told us where to buy traditional pastries, and gave us a real history lesson. Definitely worth recommending!!

Nguyen D

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

The tour wasn't too rushed. We had plenty of time to admire the buildings and the surroundings. Our guide, Camilla, was great; her explanations were very informative, and she was both kind and very knowledgeable.

Escape Lisbon for a day and uncover Sintra’s charm on this all-planned day trip.

Travel in air-conditioned comfort from Lisbon and back, with a guide who speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French.

Discover Sintra’s winding streets, vibrant craft shops, and sample beloved pastries like travesseiros and queijadas.

Stop to admire icons like Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira. Whether you’re here for photos or stories, your guide’s got you covered!

Upgrade your experience to enter Pena Palace and Quinta de Regaleira. See the lavish interiors and surreal gardens that make these sites world-famous.

8-hour full-day tour of Sintra

Round-trip AC transfers from Lisbon

Expert English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Entry to Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace (as per option selected)

Tips

Meals and beverages

TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 8 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Miradouro Parque Eduardo VII
Get direction
40 min by a/c bus
25.3 km
1. Quinta da Regaleira
Tickets included (based on selection)
1 hr 30 min
Step into a world of mystery at Quinta da Regaleira with a guide, a palace wrapped in Gothic charm, enchanting grottos, and underground passages that feel like a portal to another realm.
18 min by a/c bus
4.4 km
2. Sintra Historic Center
Free Admission
1 hr 30 min
20 min by a/c bus
7 km
3. Pena Palace & Park
Tickets included (based on selection)
1 hr 30 min
32 min by a/c bus
24.6 km
End point
Miradouro Parque Eduardo VII
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Vanessa V
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Everything was great - Alfonso is fantastic. BUT - the directions said to look for someone wearing a white shirt and a blue flag. He had on a yellow shirt that said Boost on it (no one knew anything about Headout tours). Anyway, we found him eventually and had a great day! Weather wasn't good at Pena Palace and the lines were super long but it was a good tour and we learned a lot about Portugal! Obrigada Alfonso!
Sandra K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Joao is an excellent guide. He was able to intelligently deliver historical stories with humour and the right amount of detail. We had a fantastic day at Sintra Palace and Quinta de Regalaria. His lunch/food recommendations were also excellent. Best red Sangria of all time - loads of fruit, fresh mint and real cinnamon stick! Thanks Joao for a memorable day in Sintra.
Philip J
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Excellent trip with an excellent guide, thank you
Catalina M
Group
Verified booking
Aug 2026
A must-do excursion to Sintra, visiting Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace. The guide picked us up in Lisbon and already started telling us the history in the van. Since it's so touristy, it's better this way because Eloy, our guide, took us from one place to another, making sure we arrived on time for our entry slots. A 10 out of 10 for Eloy, a great guide and photographer 👏🏼👏🏼 I would definitely do it again.
Juan S
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The guide was fantastic. We loved his explanations and his extensive knowledge of history and biology, and how he connected the two. I consider the Pena Palace and the Quinta da Regaléis to be equally wonderful, and they’re definitely worth visiting.

What to bring

Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes since exploring the sprawling grounds of Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira involves a fair amount of walking.

If travelling with a child, bring a child safety seat as bus providers do not supply baby seats.

Bring weather-appropriate clothing, as the tour will take place rain or shine.

Pack your sunhat, sunglasses, SPF, and water bottle to beat the heat, especially during summer.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palaces or on the tour bus.

Your pets are not permitted at the Pena Palace & Park.

Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

The tour is not suitable for pregnant women or guests with respiratory, cardiac, or significant mobility issues.

Additional information

The itinerary and timetables are subject to change due to operational reasons or weather conditions.

Free time is provided in Sintra for lunch and independent exploration of the historic center.

Heads up, local festivals and weather might shuffle the day’s schedule a bit, but you’ll still see all the main highlights!

Unexpected closures of palaces may occur due to adverse weather conditions or fire hazards. When this happens, you’ll visit the Queluz National Palace, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais instead.

Quinta da Regaleira and Pena Palace are wildly popular, and tickets sell out like hotcakes. If you book the options without tickets, entry on the day of your tour is not guaranteed.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly .

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point

Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Meeting Point Tugatrips.

Address: Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira, 1070-051 Lisboa, Portugal.

Guide identifier: Your guide will be holding a yellow and blue flag.

Get directions to the meeting point