Private Nazaré, Óbidos & Sintra Tour from Lisbon
Atlantic coast, medieval Óbidos and Sintra’s UNESCO landscape in one private day
- Private vehicle and local driver-guide exclusively for your group (up to 8 people).
8 Hours
Private
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Hotel or apartment pickup in Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, or anywhere along the coast
Nazaré cliffs and viewpoints, Óbidos medieval town and Ginja, Sintra historic centre
From €330 per private vehicle (see pricing below)
based on +3.387 reviews
Tour at a Glance
- Duration: 8 hours.
- Departure: 08:30–09:00 from Lisbon city centre.
- Return: 17:00–17:30 to Lisbon city centre.
- Tour Type: 100% private — your group only.
- Group Size: Up to 8 passengers.
- Vehicle: Air-conditioned private van.
- Guide: Licensed driver-guide available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.
- Destinations: Nazaré, Óbidos, and Sintra.
- Total Driving Distance: Approximately 280 km.
- Price From: €330 per vehicle.
- Tripadvisor Rating: 5.0/5 based on 3,387 reviews.
- License: RNAAT 119/2013.
- Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Tour overview
This full-day private tour from Lisbon covers three of Portugal’s most visited destinations in a single 8-hour day: Nazaré (120 km north of Lisbon on the Silver Coast, site of the Guinness World Record for the largest wave ever surfed – 26.21 m / 86 ft set by Sebastian Steudtner on 29 October 2020), Óbidos (a medieval walled town captured by the first King of Portugal in 1148, with a 1,565 m perimeter wall standing 13 m high), and Sintra (28 km west of Lisbon, UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape since 1995, with palaces built across four centuries on a granite ridge reaching 529 m).
The tour is 100% private – your group, your vehicle, your licensed driver-guide. No strangers, no fixed group schedule. The route goes north from Lisbon along the A8 motorway to the Silver Coast in the morning, returns through Óbidos at midday, then cuts west to Sintra in the afternoon before returning to Lisbon. Total driving is approximately 280 km.
This route is the most efficient way to combine Nazaré’s Atlantic spectacle, Óbidos’ medieval centre, and Sintra’s UNESCO landscape in a single day. Competitors typically split this into two separate days or offer these destinations in large-group bus tours. The private format means your guide adapts time at each stop to what your group most wants to see – whether that is the wave viewpoint at Nazaré, the full wall circuit at Óbidos, or a specific monument at Sintra.
Why Travellers Choose This Tour
- 3,387 verified reviews · 5.0 Tripadvisor – highest-rated private tour operator from Lisbon on the platform.
- Only private 1-day combination of all three: Nazaré (world-record wave, Guinness-certified 26.21 m) + Óbidos (medieval walls fully walkable, free) + Sintra (UNESCO Cultural Landscape 1995) – competitors offer these on separate days or in large shared groups.
- Fully private format: your pace, your interests.
- Ideal for couples, families and small groups (up to 8 people).
- Pickup and drop-off included in central Lisbon.
Sample Itinerary (Flexible)
This is a suggested plan. Exact timing may vary depending on traffic, weather and your preferences.
- 08:30–09:00 — Pickup at your accommodation (Lisbon city centre)
- Nazaré viewpoints, cliffs and surf lookouts (season dependent)
- Óbidos medieval town walk and free time (optional Ginja tasting)
- Lunch break (not included; recommendations provided)
- Sintra historic centre and optional monuments (based on priorities and tickets)
- 17:00–17:30 — Return to Lisbon and drop-off
What You Can See
Nazaré – Where the Record Wave Was Set
Óbidos – The Queens’ Walled Town
Óbidos is the midpoint stop on this route – a fully intact medieval town where the entire 1,565 m wall circuit is walkable in 30 minutes and the only money spent is on Ginja de Óbidos cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup.
The name derives from the Latin oppidum – “fortified town.” The Moors built the first castle and enclosure walls in the 8th century. In 1148, King Afonso Henriques captured Óbidos during the same southward military campaign that took Lisbon from Moorish control. In 1282, King Dinis I gave the town as a wedding gift to Queen Isabel of Aragon, beginning a tradition that made Óbidos part of the Portuguese queens’ dowry for five centuries. The town is still known as Vila das Rainhas – the Village of the Queens.
The perimeter wall stretches 1,565 m and stands 13 m high. The full circuit is walkable in 30–45 minutes. Some outer sections have no handrail – standard shoes and care are sufficient. The castle at the north end has operated as a state heritage hotel (Pousada) since 1950. In 2007, Óbidos was voted one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal in the village category. In 2015, UNESCO designated the town a Creative City of Literature.
Ginja de Óbidos: Cherry liqueur made from Morello cherries macerated in aguardente with cinnamon and cloves – a recipe traced to Cistercian monks of the region in the 17th century. Served in Óbidos in an edible chocolate cup, a format introduced in 1987 by Dário Pimpão on Rua Direita.
Check out our complete Óbidos Guide.
Sintra – UNESCO World Heritage Landscape
Sintra is the afternoon stop on this tour – and the one where most first-time visitors realise they’ve booked the wrong amount of time. Two hours covers the town centre, the exterior of Pena Palace at **487 m**, and the Moorish Castle ramparts; palace interiors across multiple monuments require a dedicated day – see the Sintra, Cabo da Roca & Cascais Tour for that.
The Serra de Sintra is a granite ridge reaching 529 m at Cruz Alta. In 1995, UNESCO inscribed the Cultural Landscape of Sintra as a World Heritage Site – the first European cultural landscape to receive this designation, recognising the concentration of palaces, gardens, and villas built on the mountain between the 9th and 20th centuries. The town falls within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park (established 1994, covering 145 km²).
Pena Palace was built between 1842 and 1854 by King Ferdinand II of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha on the ruins of a 15th-century monastery. Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline, and Moorish Revival styles on a granite outcrop at 487 m – the silhouette visible from Lisbon on clear days. Entry: €20/adult (Palace+Park, timed tickets at parquesdesintra.pt).
Moorish Castle was built in the 8th and 9th centuries to control the mountain pass between Lisbon and the Atlantic. Afonso Henriques captured it in 1147. The wall circuit runs 450 m across four towers; from the ramparts, the view extends from Lisbon’s skyline to the Atlantic at Cabo da Roca (39 km west, the westernmost point of continental Europe). Entry: €12/adult.
Quinta da Regaleira was built between 1904 and 1910 by António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro (“Monteiro dos Milhões”), designed by architect Luigi Manini. The signature feature is the Initiation Well (Poço Iniciático) – a 27 m inverted tower spiral staircase descending into the rock, connected to underground tunnels with Templar and Rosicrucian symbolic elements. Entry: €20/adult.
Sintra town centre clusters around the National Palace, whose twin conical chimneys (built over the medieval royal kitchen, height approximately 33 m) are the most recognisable landmark of the Sintra skyline. The palace dates from the 14th century and was the primary summer residence of the Portuguese royal family until the early 20th century. The central square is a 15-minute walk from the railway station.
What’s Included
- 8-hour private tour
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel/apartment pickup and drop-off in Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, or anywhere along the Estoril Coast
- Mandatory Insurance
- Fuel, tolls and parking costs
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance tickets to monuments or palaces
- Tips (optional)
Note: Some Sintra attractions require timed-entry tickets. Advance booking is recommended.
Tour Prices
Prices are per vehicle, not per person.
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Up to 2 Pax €330
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3 to 4 Pax €420
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5 to 8 Pax €540
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
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FAQ
Is this a private Nazaré, Óbidos and Sintra tour from Lisbon?
Yes. This is a private full-day tour from Lisbon with a driver-guide and a private vehicle exclusively for your group (up to 8 people).
How long does the tour last?
Approximately 8 hours, including driving time and stops.
What time does the tour start?
Standard pickup is between 08:30 and 09:00 in central Lisbon. Other start times may be arranged on request.
Where is pickup included?
Pickup and drop-off are included in in Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, or anywhere along the coast.
What will we see in Nazaré? Are the giant waves guaranteed?
You’ll visit Nazaré’s main viewpoints and coastline. Giant waves are seasonal and depend on ocean conditions, so they cannot be guaranteed on a specific day.
What do we do in Óbidos?
You’ll have free time to explore the medieval streets, viewpoints and shops, and optionally taste Ginja de Óbidos.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes. As this is a private tour, stop durations and priorities can be adjusted whenever possible.
Are entrance tickets included?
No. Entrance tickets and meals are not included. Some Sintra sites require timed-entry tickets.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included. Restaurant recommendations are provided.
Is the price per person or per group?
Prices are per private vehicle (per group), based on group size.
Can I book as a solo traveller?
Yes. The private tour can be booked for one person; pricing remains per vehicle.
What happens if it rains?
The tour runs year-round. Stops and timing can be adjusted for comfort and safety.
Do you provide child seats?
Child seats are available on request. Please provide the child’s age and weight when booking.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellation of the service less than 24 hours prior to the reservation is non-refundable.
What Our Guests Say
Travellers often highlight the variety of this private day tour—Nazaré’s coastline, Óbidos’ medieval charm and Sintra’s UNESCO atmosphere—along with the comfort of a private vehicle and personalised pace.
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