SHORE EXCURSIONS · PORTUGAL
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The 13 most popular lisbon & sintra shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.
Half-day private Lisbon tuk-tuk with cruise pickup, storytelling guides, and Belém sights. Easy orientation in about 3 hours.
Most Popular“Our guide Marta was fantastic !! A great way of seeing Lisbon - especially through all the narrow steep streets . Marta was very informative and tailored our tour to suit us .”
Private small-group Lisbon tour with cruise pickup, Alfama walks, Miradouro views, Belém monuments, and an optional Pastéis break.
“Our driver showed up late and tried to say she had been there all along (she wasn’t). Then she asked where our luggage was as she thought we were going to a hotel afterwards even though she picked us up from the cruise terminal! Poor start to the tour. She was OK on the tour…”
Private Lisbon and Sintra shore trip with port pickup, UNESCO sights, Cabo da Roca stops, and optional palace time for flexible pacing.
“Best tour ever. We covered more than 3 combined ship cruise excursions in 8 hours. David greeted us like family. He was the consummate host and guide, very knowledgeable and passionate about Portugal, Sintra and Lisbon.”
A private 4-hour Lisbon shore excursion by minivan with cathedral views, Belém icons, plus vinho verde, cod cake, port, and cheese.
“Fantastic tour, our guide John was very knowledgeable about his city and provided great assistance, very helpful as I am a disabled traveller.”
Private Lisbon shore tour with port pickup, AC transport, and a guide. See Rossio, Bairro Alto, Alfama, Sé, Belém, and Pastéis.
“Joel was a wonderful tour guide. We had 5pp on the tour and he customized it to what we wanted to see. He gave us time at the Sunday markets for shopping. His English was fantastic. Highly recommend!”
Private Sintra and Pena Palace day from Lisbon cruise port with guides, skip-line help, and scenic Atlantic stops for a full 6–8 hours.
“Catarina was a great tour guide! She is very well informed and made the day great! Pena palace was my favorite part of the entire trip to Portugal. Walking the grounds of Pena Palace felt like you were in an enchanted forest. I would suggest getting the fast pass so you can see as much…”
Private 4–6 hour shore excursion from Lisbon featuring Sintra palaces, Cabo da Roca cliffs, Hell’s Mouth, Cascais, and included admission tickets.
“We could not have had a better experience with our tour guide, Susana. Her professionalism, knowledge, and warm personality were all the best I’ve seen using Viator! Our only regret is that we didn’t book the full day tour because there is so much to see.”
Private Lisbon and Sintra shore excursion with cruise pickup, air-conditioned comfort, guided highlights, and Pena Palace from $235 per person.
“Joel was an excellent driver & guide for our first experience in Lisbon. We saw many incredible places & he got us back to our ship in time. He wanted so much to show us the wonders of his land. Peña Palace was crowded but still worth seeing. Great experience!”
Cruise-port to Sintra and Cascais in a small-group minivan: Pena Palace grounds, historic centers, and a stress-free return on time.
“Highly recommend to our tour guide David, always shows up on time and be very nice all day. Kindly answer all the questions and introduce the city with knowledge. We take a 30-40 minutes ride to Sintra first and then visit this beautiful town, and then heading to a village with great view, David took…”
Small-group shore tour covering Pena Palace grounds, Sintra’s old town, and Cascais coast with cruise pickup and air-conditioned comfort.
“This excursion was truly outstanding. Even though we didn't have time to go inside the Pena Palace, even the outside is something to be seen. We had perfect weather, and our guide was fantastic. He even brought us treats - a typical local pastry that was delicious. We had some time to browse on our…”
Private Lisbon shore trip to Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, with Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, Boca do Inferno, Cape Roca, and Guincho.
“Sofia was a lovely young woman and she tried very hard to provide an excellent experience. Unfortunately the tour company she worked for did not provide her with the tools necessary. The one year old Mercedes 8 passenger van had Read more”
Private Lisbon and Sintra day with port pickup, guided Pena Palace, Belém highlights, and flexible stops at your pace.
“Great tour. Saw all the highlights at our pace. Lunch at a special restaurant in his naborhood and bought us special treats along the way. Very knowledgeable and great English. Highly recommend.”
Private Fátima shore excursion with Lisbon port pickup: Valinhos, Lúcia and Marto houses, and two basilicas, with guides and Wi-Fi.
“Pedro was a great guide. He was very attentive to not get separated. He was knowledgeable and very informative. He was a safe driver and good with time management to get us back to the ship on time.”
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