Small Group Tour: Sintra, Pena Palace, Moorish Castle & Cascais
Overview
Many travelers choose this small-group day trip from Lisbon to see Sintra, Cascais, and the Portuguese coast with fresh eyes. Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, this immersive experience gives context and meaning to Portugal’s landscapes, history, and culture. Unlike typical tours that rush through sights, this journey is designed for curious travelers and couples who want time to explore, reflect, and connect.
Start in Sintra, visiting the vibrant Pena Palace and historic Moorish Castle, while uncovering the stories and legends behind these iconic landmarks. Take a scenic walk to a hidden mountain viewpoint, where the Atlantic Ocean crashes against dramatic cliffs, perfect for photos or quiet reflection. End in Cascais, a charming fishing village turned elegant resort, wandering backstreets, exploring artisanal shops, or relaxing by the marina like a local. This tour blends iconic sights, authentic experiences, and the freedom to breathe.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup included
- Panoramic photo stops with the best views on the way
- Small Group Experience - Max 5 guests for a more personal, relaxed vibe
- Transport by air-conditioned van
- A different pace: more time to explore and relax instead of rushing
- Optional Pena Palace & Moorish Castle Tickets (depending on selection)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickups start at 7:40 AM for downtown hotels and 7:50 AM for uptown locations. The day before your tour, we’ll confirm your exact pickup time so you can start your adventure relaxed and ready. If parking isn’t available or your hotel is just outside the central pickup zone, we may ask you to walk a short 5-minute distance to a nearby meeting point — a chance to stretch your legs and take in the morning atmosphere. If your hotel isn’t listed, simply choose the closest available option or one of the designated meeting points provided. To keep the day flowing smoothly and ensure everyone enjoys the experience, we allow a maximum waiting time of 5 minutes at pickups and meeting points.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Park and National Palace of Pena
1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Castelo dos Mouros
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Centro Historico de Sintra
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Colares (pass by)
Sintra Mountains
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Centro Historico de Cascais
1 hour 50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 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.
- Hotel pickup included.
- Panoramic photo stops with the best views on the way.
- Small Group Experience - Max 5 guests for a more personal, relaxed vibe.
- Transport by air-conditioned van.
- A different pace: more time to explore and relax instead of rushing.
- Optional Pena Palace & Moorish Castle Tickets (depending on selection).
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 Small Group Tour: Sintra, Pena Palace, Moorish Castle & Cascais is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Small Group Tour: Sintra, Pena Palace, Moorish Castle & Cascais 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
- Hotel pickup included
- Panoramic photo stops with the best views on the way
- Small Group Experience - Max 5 guests for a more personal, relaxed vibe
- Transport by air-conditioned van
- A different pace: more time to explore and relax instead of rushing
- Optional Pena Palace & Moorish Castle Tickets (depending on selection)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
