5.0
192 reviews

City Discovery: Sintra Day Trip

Alexandra - The storyteller
Carol - The Foodie guru 🍷🧀

Our locals for this tour

Alexandra, Carol & 6 other locals

Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Lisbon have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Sintra and be back in Lisbon the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.

Experience details

  • Destination

    Lisbon

  • Category

    Day trips

  • Duration

    5 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Car

  • Available languages

    English • Português • Español • Deutsch • Français

  • What's included

    Private guide • Car Transport • Driver

Here’s an overview of your tour

Done with Lisbon? There’s more to explore out there, and your local host knows exactly where! Discover what other gems lay outside of Lisbon on a private day trip to Sintra. Get more out of your trip by stepping out of Lisbon to know more about the country you’re visiting in just one day!

Get ready because at Sintra you’ll see another side of Portugal! This day trip is all about local history, culture, and city highlights, plus fascinating stories and insights by your knowledgeable host. Visit highlights and lesser-known spots of Sintra such as Cabo da Roca, Quinta Regaleira, Palace of Monserrate, and many more incredible places that will offer a cultural contrast between Lisbon and Sintra.

By spending a day with a local, you’ll get authentic insights about Portugal. Along the way, your local host will explain how traditions, customs, and history differ between cities, even if they are from the same country. But thanks to those differences, they make Portugal a beautiful cultural treasure!

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Portugal, your Portugal!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Outside the main exit
  • More about Portugal

    Give yourself the time to not only visit Lisbon by also visiting Sintra. Portugal is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Sintra
  • Gems of Sintra

    Check out Cabo da Roca, Quinta Regaleira, Palace of Monserrate, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Sintra with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about
  • Cultural Contrasts

    Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Sintra, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Lisbon. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each other
  • Local Knowledge

    To experience the best of Sintra, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?

Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!

Select your local guide

Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.

  • Alexandra - The storyteller

    Alexandra

    The storyteller

    Alexandra
    4.4
    15 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français • Português
  • Carol - The Foodie guru 🍷🧀

    Carol

    The Foodie guru 🍷🧀

    Carol
    5.0
    2 reviews
    I speak
    English • Português
  • Sofia  - Concierge to Sintra & Portugal

    Sofia

    Concierge to Sintra & Portugal

    Sofia
    5.0
    188 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español • Português
  • Rita - The True Lisboner

    Rita

    The True Lisboner

    Rita
    4.9
    135 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español • Português
  • André - The All Around Guide

    André

    The All Around Guide

    André
    5.0
    25 reviews
    I speak
    English • Português
  • Bruno - In love with the country, let me show you!
    Luis - The Local Guide
    +1

    Bruno, Luis & 1 other local are available

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • Private guide
    • Car Transport
    • Driver
  • Not included

    • Food Costs (optional
    • on guest expenses)
    • entrance tickets
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Why should you book a Withlocals tour?

  • Customizable IllustrationMarker IllustrationSparkleSparkleIllustration Message Bubble SquareIllustration Message Bubble SquareIllustration Gear

    100% customizable

    Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.

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    Private guided tours

    No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.

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    Responsible

    Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.

Questions?

We are here to help!

  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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  • What payment methods are available?
    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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Alexandra - The storyteller
Rita - The True Lisboner
Carol - The Foodie guru 🍷🧀

Our locals for this tour

Alexandra, Rita & 6 other locals

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