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Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca & Cascais Day Trip with Pickup

Top pick Lisbon, Portugal8 hoursGuided in English, Spanish

See Sintra's hilltop palace, stand on Europe's westernmost cliffs and stroll the Cascais seafront in one well-paced day. Pickup in central Lisbon keeps the logistics simple.

8 hoursExplore at your own pace
Small group, typically up to 8 travellersKeeps the experience personal
English, SpanishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Pena Palace and its colourful terraces
  • Free time in Sintra's historic centre
  • Cabo da Roca, mainland Europe's westernmost point
  • Coastal drive and free time in Cascais
  • Pickup from central Lisbon

Full description

This guided day trip strings together the classic sights west of Lisbon. You start in the hills of Sintra, where the Pena Palace rises out of the forest in a jumble of coloured towers, and have time to explore the town’s historic centre. From there the road winds through the Sintra-Cascais natural park to Cabo da Roca, a wind-battered headland where the continent simply ends.

The afternoon is spent on the coast: a drive along the shoreline to Cascais, a pretty resort town with beaches, a marina and plenty of cafés, before returning to Lisbon in the early evening. Your guide handles tickets, timings and the driving, so you can simply enjoy the views.

Itinerary

  1. Pickup in Lisbon

    Meet your guide in central Lisbon and drive west towards Sintra.

  2. Pena Palace

    Visit the romantic palace on its forested hilltop and take in the views from its terraces.

  3. Sintra town

    Free time for lunch and a wander around the old centre.

  4. Cabo da Roca

    Stop at the lighthouse and cliffs on the Atlantic edge.

  5. Cascais and return

    Explore the seaside town before driving back to Lisbon along the coast.

Included

  • Live guide in English
  • Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pickup from central Lisbon meeting points or hotels
  • Pena Palace entry ticket (option selected at booking)
  • All taxes and booking fees

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Entry to other Sintra monuments
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Pickup from selected hotels or central meeting points in Lisbon; the exact time and place are confirmed after booking.The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Pena Palace involves steep paths and stairs; wear comfortable shoes.
  • Cabo da Roca can be very windy, even in summer; bring a layer.
  • Palace opening hours and interior access can change; your guide will confirm on the day.
  • Order of stops may change to avoid crowds or traffic.

Frequently asked questions

Is lunch included?

No. There is free time in Sintra or Cascais to eat at a place of your choice, and your guide can suggest options.

Can I visit the palace interior?

Yes, when your booking includes the Pena Palace ticket. Interior access is subject to the palace's own opening arrangements on the day.

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