From Lisbon: Sintra's Historic and Natural Gems
Overview
Prepare your mind for discovery and your soul for adventure. Let the Sintra Mountains embrace you on this unforgettable day trip from Lisbon.
You’ll explore a thoughtfully curated selection of landmarks, including Pena Park and Palace (exterior only), the historic Sintra Old Town, the mystical Quinta da Regaleira, and Cabo da Roca.
- Enjoy a peaceful hike through the enchanting Pena Park, avoiding the crowds at the main entrance
- At Pena Palace, take in the remarkable exterior architecture, scenic terraces, and breathtaking views
- Uncover the mysteries of the enigmatic Quinta da Regaleira
- Pause at Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe
- Travel in a small group (maximum 8 people) with convenient central pickup from Lisbon
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Lunch Lunch (free time at the old town centre)
- Monuments tickets are not included. The activity provider will buy the tickets in advance. Please bring cash for reimbursement.
Meeting Location
Av. da Liberdade 29
1250-139 Lisboa, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Park and National Palace of Pena
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Sintra
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Quinta da Regaleira
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cabo da Roca
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Monument tickets are not included. The activity provider will purchase tickets to Pena Park (note: we do not visit the interior rooms of Pena Palace) and Quinta da Regaleira for you in advance. Please have €32 in cash per person ready for reimbursement.
- There will be free time for lunch (not inlcuded) at the old town. Options vary from a quick on the go meal (8€), to a menu restaurant (25€).
- Sintra has a micro clima, and it is usually colder than Lisbon. Please bring appropriate clothing.
- Bring comfortable shoes. This tour involves plenty of walking. We will be walking up and down hills, including stairs.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
- Driver/guide.
- Professional guide.
- Lunch. Lunch (free time at the old town centre).
- Monuments tickets are not included. The activity provider will buy the tickets in advance. Please bring cash for reimbursement.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Lisbon: Sintra's Historic and Natural Gems is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Lisbon: Sintra’s Historic and Natural Gems will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- LunchLunch (free time at the old town centre)
- Monuments tickets are not included. The activity provider will buy the tickets in advance. Please bring cash for reimbursement.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Monument tickets are not included. The activity provider will purchase tickets to Pena Park (note: we do not visit the interior rooms of Pena Palace) and Quinta da Regaleira for you in advance. Please have €32 in cash per person ready for reimbursement.
- There will be free time for lunch (not inlcuded) at the old town. Options vary from a quick on the go meal (8€), to a menu restaurant (25€).
- Sintra has a micro clima, and it is usually colder than Lisbon. Please bring appropriate clothing.
- Bring comfortable shoes. This tour involves plenty of walking. We will be walking up and down hills, including stairs.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
