Lisbon: Sintra Full Day Pena Palace, Regaleira & Monserrate
Overview
Fall in love with magical Sintra, the lasting symbol of Portugal's Romantic period. Its stunning landscape is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage of Humanity site that is begging for exploration.
Begin your journey in the lush and exotic Pena Park, leading to the extraordinary Pena Palace—a vibrant masterpiece blending architectural styles, rich symbolism, and fascinating details. Once the royal family’s summer residence, it offers both history and unforgettable views.
Enjoy free time for lunch in the village, where you can wander at your own pace and stop by local patisseries to taste Sintra’s beloved sweets. Visit the mystical Quinta da Regaleira and descend into the famous Initiation Well, a spiral staircase steeped in symbolism and mystery.
End your day at the elegant Monserrate Palace, an exotic and romantic estate once favored by Portugal’s elite, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
What's Included
- Small group experience for a relaxed, personalized day trip
- 6 hours tour option available for a more relaxed experience
- This experience is conducted exclusively in English - no mixed languages
- Free time in Sintra for lunch and explore Quinta da Regaleira and the Initiation Well
- Comfortable roundtrip transportation from central Lisbon in an air-conditioned van
- Expert-guided tours at the stunning Pena Palace and Monserrate Palace at additional cost
- Food and drinks
- Monuments entrance fees
Meeting Location
Av. da Liberdade 9
1250-149 Lisboa, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Praça Marquês de Pombal
2635-243 Rio de Mouro, Portugal
What To Expect
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Avenida da Liberdade
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Park and National Palace of Pena
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Centro Historico de Sintra
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Quinta da Regaleira
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Sintra National Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Parque e Palacio de Monserrate
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Praca Marques de Pombal
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.
- This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and is not advised for people with severe health conditions
- Monuments entrance fees: Pena Palace (€20 payable to your guide), Pena Palace Terraces Only (€12 on-site), Quinta da Regaleira (20€ in advance), Sintra National Palace (12€ on-site) skip one for a relaxed lunch and Monserrate Palace (€12 on-site) NOT applicable to bookings made under the 6-hour tour selection.
- Important note: If you plan to visit Quinta da Regaleira and the Initiation Well, be sure to purchase your ticket in advance and select the 11:00AM (preferably) or 11:30AM or 12:00pm time slot to align with the tour itinerary. This visit is optional and entirely at your discretion. To book: regaleira.byblueticket.pt
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 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.
- Small group experience for a relaxed, personalized day trip.
- 6 hours tour option available for a more relaxed experience.
- This experience is conducted exclusively in English - no mixed languages.
- Free time in Sintra for lunch and explore Quinta da Regaleira and the Initiation Well.
- Comfortable roundtrip transportation from central Lisbon in an air-conditioned van.
- Expert-guided tours at the stunning Pena Palace and Monserrate Palace at additional cost.
- Food and drinks.
- Monuments entrance fees.
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 1. 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 Lisbon: Sintra Full Day Pena Palace, Regaleira & Monserrate is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 Lisbon: Sintra Full Day Pena Palace, Regaleira & Monserrate 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
- Small group experience for a relaxed, personalized day trip
- 6 hours tour option available for a more relaxed experience
- This experience is conducted exclusively in English - no mixed languages
- Free time in Sintra for lunch and explore Quinta da Regaleira and the Initiation Well
- Comfortable roundtrip transportation from central Lisbon in an air-conditioned van
- Expert-guided tours at the stunning Pena Palace and Monserrate Palace at additional cost
- Food and drinks
- Monuments entrance fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.
- This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and is not advised for people with severe health conditions
- Monuments entrance fees: Pena Palace (€20 payable to your guide), Pena Palace Terraces Only (€12 on-site), Quinta da Regaleira (20€ in advance), Sintra National Palace (12€ on-site) skip one for a relaxed lunch and Monserrate Palace (€12 on-site) NOT applicable to bookings made under the 6-hour tour selection.
- Important note: If you plan to visit Quinta da Regaleira and the Initiation Well, be sure to purchase your ticket in advance and select the 11:00AM (preferably) or 11:30AM or 12:00pm time slot to align with the tour itinerary. This visit is optional and entirely at your discretion. To book: regaleira.byblueticket.pt
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
