Reviews No Map Tours

Very worth it!

"Sandra is a very knowledgeable guide. We learned a lot about Portuguese history. The castles and monasteries are spectacular! The trip was very well organised, in a comfortable car, with all needed breaks. She picked us up at our hotel and returned us back."

Best tour ever!

"Our group of five friends/family (ages 65-71) were treated to a wonderful tour of Sintra by Sandra (tour guide of the highest quality!!). Sandra picked us up at our hotel (timely), and was so kind and personable. She adapted to our needs and interests. She put in breaks at appropriate intervals. We thoroughly enjoyed all the information she shared about Sintra, and about Portugal in general--she is an amazing historian! We have travelled quite a bit over the years, and Sandra was the best tour guide we have ever had. Book the trip!"

BEST transfer Lisbon to Porto with stops

"We had a transfer from Lisbon to Porto and back with stops on both ways. Our driver, Luis, was very friendly, informative and good-humoured and we ended up learning a lot about the places we visited as he explained them before giving us free time to explore whilst he looked after our luggage. On the way to Porto we stopped at Obidos and Nazare and, on the way back, Coimbra and Conimbriga. It was a great way to get a taste of 4 places and every destination was a highlight. 10 out 10 was well worth it and highly recommend!"

We had a great morning with Sandra

"We had a great morning with Sandra. She set context for the most important items in the museum collection and we enjoyed our visit so much more because of her explanations. She is very friendly and flexible and we very much enjoyed our time with her. Highly recommended."

Excellent private tour!

"Sandra was an excellent tour guide. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour. She was very knowledgeable and she took us to the most delicious spot for lunch. It was a cloudy day but we still had a blast. Well worth it!"

Luis is the best guide!

"Luis was amazing! So knowledgable and entertaining. We learned so much about Lisbon and got to see so much of the city. Best tour ever and highly recommend."

Perfect transfer from Lisbon to Porto

"Relaxing and enjoyable transfer that allowed us to see two great sites on the way. A special shout-out to Sandra, who was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and an outstanding driver. Our 2 stops, Obidos and Nazare, are breathtaking. And Sandra gave an excellent overview of the highlights at each location, making the experience more interesting. Loved learning the history of Portugal and how it related to the places we visited. Such a great experience. Truly recommend to book it!"

Incredible and memorable tour!

"This tour was incredible and well worth it! If you are traveling to Portugal, my husband and I cannot recommend this tour and Luis enough. Luis was an excellent tour guide who was kind, professional, and extremely knowledgeable! We got to see so much in a day that otherwise, there was no way we could fit in or even know where to go. It was incredible to have so much information about the history, culture, and traditions of this beautiful country. My husband and I are already talking about planning our next trip back and booking more tour with Luis! Booking this private tour was the smartest thing we did and the highlight of our time in Lisbon!"

Excellent tour day to Sintra, The Pena Palace and Cascais

"Sandra is a very profesional and knowledgeable guide, she knows very well the history of her country with lots of fun details. We spent a great day with her, she is very friendly. At the Pena Palace we did not need to make a line, it was VIP entrance which saves a lot of time because the line was very long and the morning very cold. 28th of December! At Cascais she recommended the perfect restaurant, we were so pleased! The car was very comfortable and the driving very careful. We really encourage you to take this beautiful tour day with her you wont regret it!"

The best tour of Sintra, Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira

"The best tour of Portugal ever, hands down. We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring Pena Palace, Sintra and Quinta da Regaleira, and our guide Luis made it even more memorable. We didn’t get a basic tour, but something much more unique. With his in depth study of history, he was able to give us excellent detail and the story behind both Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira. Amazing to see the well from inside and walk through a maze of tunnels. What a great experience at Regaleira, thank you Luis! This tour was by far the highlight of our vacation to Portugal!"

Highly recommended

"We had a fantastic tour. Thank you Sandra for sharing your knowledge and making the tour very enjoyable."

Sintra Private Tour with Pena Palace skip the line tickets

"Our family of 6 had an amazing day trip from Lisbon to Pena Palace (absolutely stunning), then to Sintra and finished off at Quinta da Regaleira (awsome). Pena Palace was breathtaking and the initiation well and tunnels at Regaleira is something that just cannot be beat. Our guide Sandra was passionate and I am amazed at the depth of her knowledge and ability to share it. She kept us engaged the entire time and made the early morning start (a must to avoid the crowds) more enjoyable! She was amazing and really made the tour the unforgettable day that it was. Highly recommend!"

Brilliant trip from Lisbon to Porto

"What a great transfer to Porto! We had an amazing time. Our driver was fantastic and made the day fly by. He gave us great history, advice and fun facts. And he was always available to provide additional information. I particularly appreciated the stops. Nazaré is cool and the time given allowed us to see the ocean, the fishing town, eat lunch and do a little shopping. Óbidos was a one of a kind historic town! Both are definitely worth seeing, I highly recommend this transfer with stops."

Amazing Sintra experience!

"This tour was fantastic as was our tour guide Luis Oliveira. The tour was well planned and included entry into both the iconic sights of Sinatra. Luis was very knowledgeable, considerate and recommended great spots for local meals. Throughly enjoyed it and highly recommend this tour company and Luis!"

Great tour to the monasteries of Alcobaca, Batalha and Tomar

"I can’t say enough good things about this amazing tour with No Map Tours! We had a wonderful day at Alcobaca, Batalha and Tomar with our expert guide, Sandra. From the time we met at the hotel in Lisbon until the time the tour was done, she gave us information about the historical context, architecture and role of each of the monasteries in the kingdom of Portugal. The sites are must-see architecture masterpieces. It's difficult to pick a favorite, but the Gothic style of the Batalha monastery and the history of the Knights Templar in Tomar stand out. Excellent and highly recommended."

Great day with luis. Great guide and very knowledgeable

"Luis was fantastic he was very knowledgeable and was a great guide. He was patient and accommodating. He took all our requests and made them work. Clean car with water and umbrellas. Great experience"

Awsome Sintra Private Tour from Lisbon with Pena Palace and Regaleira

"Amazing tour to Sintra, Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira. Our guide, Sandra, made our trip so special. She masterfully combined her knowledge of history and architecture to give us an easy-to-understand perspective on the human side of history. She brought us room by room in the Pena palace telling us story after story about it and life during its period. Answer all of our questions and even sprinkled in some interesting tidbits. Would rate 10 out of 5! We can’t recommend this tour enough."

Unforgettable Lisbon to Porto transfer with amazing stops and driver!

"We had a very smooth journey to our hotel in Porto and a great time at both Óbidos and Nazaré. Our driver Luis was incredibly engaging and knowledgeable. He added great insights along the way and the restaurant he recommended was spectacular. It really leaves you feeling like you got the most of your time. Thank you, Luis, for making the day a fantastic one."

Exceptional historical and fun knights templar tour from Lisbon to Tomar

"Hands up, we have found the Holy Grail of tour guides - Sandra :) She is extremely knowledgeable about her beloved Templars and very friendly. When we saw a guide in a Templar cloak approach our hotel in the morning, we immediately knew we were going to have a spectacular day. Little did we know that there were also cloaks for the 4 of us (yes, my husband threw a tantrum when it was time to return it). We just loved our tour and the photos turned out fantastic. Almourol Castle made us dream and the boat ride was very special. The recommendation for lunch at a medieval restaurant was the icing on the cake. We had the best time and we could not more enthusiastically recommend her services."

Visit the Queluz Palace and Mafra Palace with a History Buff!

"My wife and I had a great experience on this tour. It's not just a history lesson, but a complete cultural trip on the baroque period lifestyle. We were picked up in a luxury Mercedes car from our hotel in Lisbon and our guide almost immediately began weaving in the intricate historical and political details of the Palace of Queluz. She brought us room by room in the palace telling us story after story about the place. After touring the Palace of Queluz and the gardens, we went to Mafra. The miles we walked inside the Palace of Mafra were beautiful steps through time enriched by Sandra's explanations and details. Excellent guide led us thru 2 beautiful palaces in Portugal and gave us many interesting facts and history. We can´t even pick a favorite part. Following Sandra's recommendation, we had the best lunch in the coastal town of Ericeira, overlooking the ocean. We had a fantastic experience with No Map Tours. What makes it really stand out is that they are a local family-owned company. We would definitely recommend this tour."

Best way to visit 3 UNESCO monasteries in a day trip from Lisbon

"We had an outstanding full day private tour to 3 world heritage monasteries of Portugal. Our tour guide Sandra was phenomenal! We loved her vast knowledge of the history of each monastery. She told us all kinds of fascinating details room by room of all the monasteries and answered all of our questions. We enjoyed immensely the rich history of the knights templar at the convent of Tomar and its architecture. And we loved hearing the tragic love story of King Peter and Ines in Alcobaca, while admiring their tombs. I recommend this day trip for anyone who would like a more in-depth understanding of the monasteries of Tomar, Alcobaca and Batalha."

Best Obidos, Nazare and Monastery of Batalha tour from Lisbon

"Great tour to hit different parts of Portugal in 1 day. First stop, Monastery of Batalha, has a lot of interesting history and stunning architecture. Then, epic scenery at Nazare. Last, we went to the medieval town of Obidos, which was beautiful!! It was great to explore and provided opportunities for some creative photos. Our guide, Luis, was one of a kind – the best we had in Portugal. He had outstanding knowledge and real passion. Made the experience unforgettable. Plus, it was nice to be picked up and dropped off at our hotel, not having to worry about getting out to a meeting point. Private tour is the way to go! Amazing value for all you see and do. Would definitely recommend it."

Perfect half day Fatima private tour from Lisbon

"I wanted to visit Fatima since I was a child and our guide Luis made the experience incredible. He was superb and his reverence is genuine. He has even made the pilgrimage on foot from Lisbon, as the Portuguese do. We were impressed to hear the 3 children's story and to be where these events occurred. He covered all aspects of the pilgrimage site - the basilicas, the tradition of lighting candles, the Chapel of the Apparitions, the message of peace and the children's houses. Thank you Luis, and No Map Tours, for making one of my dreams come true!"

Palaces of Queluz and Mafra are must sees when in Lisbon

"We had an amazing time touring the Queluz Palace, the Mafra Palace and Ericeira for lunch with Sandra as our guide. Each stop was wonderful and interesting. She met us in the lobby of our hotel in Lisbon and, on the way, gave us a bit of history on what was to come. When we arrived in Queluz, she already had the tickets and we started the tour with a broad overview of Queluz, the royalty that lived there and a glimpse into what life would have been like. The gardens are also spectacular and she´ll guide you through the various groves as well. One of the most professional and knowledgeable guides we've ever had. Obviously know the palaces like the back of her hand and obviously really loves what she does."

This trip to Fatima was a dream!

"Visiting Fátima touched us deeply. Our guide, Luis, a devout Catholic himself, made the tour memorable. He gave us such a beautiful tour of the Sanctuary and had so much knowledge about the apparitions and its message. And after we toured the highlights, he gave us time for our own personal reflection and light candles for our friends and family. We would highly recommend him!"

No Map Tours to Sintra! Fabulous!

"A Super Tour. Luis proved to be the guide we hoped for when we booked. A full fact filled day with Luis providing such interesting anecdotes that the time just flew by. We hated to see it end. No Map tours! A+++"

Superb Lisbon to Porto trip w stops in Óbidos and Nazaré

"Great transfer service from Lisbon, Portugal, to Porto. Super clean and comfortable car. Our driver, Sandra, was friendly, punctual, very safe and knowledgeable about each location visited. Well planned trip. We not only got access to the fort by car to see the ocean in Nazaré, but also had a lunch reservation at our request. Just excellent. Will definitely book No Map Tours again."

This Tour is Outstanding

"Luis was a tremendous guide during our tour of these sites. He was able to answer every question asked during the day and offered multiple ways to customize the program to our interests. Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in the history and development of this beautiful area of Portugal."

The best tour to Sintra from Lisbon with the best guide!

"We had a blast, learned so much and trully enjoyed our tour. Luis is the best tour guide we ever had. His deep knowledge of history and fascinating insights brought Sintra to life. He shared fascinating details about Sintra, Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, making the trip a memorable adventure. His passion for history and friendly demeanor made us feel welcomed and well taken care of throughout the day. Kudos to Luis for a wonderful trip!"

Perfecto Transfer!

"It was an excellent service overall! Pre-reminder emails, follow ups. Comfortable seating. Sandra was on-time, and she was also an excellent driver and tour guide! Very knowledgeable about Portuguese culture and history! Thank you. Highly recommend it."

Sandra was an excellent tour guide

"She was very knowledgeable about the Knights Templar. She spoke excellent English and had a clean and comfortable car. We had some heavy rain at the beginning of the tour and Sandra immediately ran the tour in reverse to avoid the rain which allowed us to see all of the sites of the tour with minimal disruption. The Monastery at Tomar was incredible and Almourol Castle was really cool. I highly recommend Sandra and this tour."

Unforgettable initiation well and maze of tunnels at Regaleira with guide

"The opportunity to visit the initiation well of Quinta da Regaleira was breathtaking, and our guide Sandra ensured we appreciated every detail of its history and significance. She was a true gem. Her guided tour was historical, captivating and friendly. Also at Pena Palace her expertise and enthusiasm made the experience unforgettable. We highly recommend this tour and are grateful for No Map Tours' outstanding service!"

Excellent adventure

"Our tour guide Luis was amazing! He was knowledgeable, friendly and was a pleasure to spend the day with. He made the experience really wonderful. I highly recommend using him as a tour guide."

Magnificent journey into the history of the Templars of Portugal

"Interesting and fun tour, loved every moment! The Almourol castle and the Convent of Christ at Tomar are incredible pieces of Portuguese history and world architecture. Don't leave without a visit! Our guide was absolutely brilliant. She gave us a great overview of 200 years of the Templars in Europe, and another 500 or 600 of the Order of Christ (the Portuguese Templars). Very professional approach. Her knowledge, and love, of the knights templar runs deep. Unforgettable experience!"

Ask about the secret door out of Obidos

"We wanted the convenience and comfort of a private driver to get from Lisbon to Porto. In the course of our research, we realized we could also work in a stop for lunch and a side trip or two to visit points of interest. We fortunately found No Map Tours. Perfect! Our driver, Luis Oliveira, was at the hotel on time (actually got there early as a precaution). He was professional but also very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. The itinerary was left open for us to decided what we wanted to see and do. Lunch was reserved for us due to our travel day being a holiday and restaurants being unusually busy. We had the option, though, of choosing an alternative if we wanted. We didn’t change and were very pleased. All in all, a great ride and a great day."

Must-do private tour to Obidos, Nazare and Batalha Monastery

"The tour was great from start to finish. An amazing experience with the best guide. Sandra picked us up from our Lisbon hotel at 8:30am and brought us over to the little quaint town of Obidos for a walking tour with lots of fascinating facts. We were also able to explore on our own and support a lot of the little shops along the way eheh. From there we went to the spectacular ocean cliffs of Sitio at Nazare. Lunch was the cherry on top of a perfect cake. She gave us wonderful options at Nazare and her recommendation was spot on. We had a very fresh and perfectly prepared seabass, and a delicious seafood stew. Last, we went to Batalha, where she immersed us with the history and stories about the monastery. She brought everything to life and involved all of us. Brilliant. Certainly recommend her and this trip."

Outstanding transportation and touring between Lisbon and Porto

"We traveled with Luis from Lisbon to Porto and then back again several days later. Luis was incredibly informative and a pleasure to be with. We stopped in Obidos and Nazare on the way North and in Coimbra on the way back. He guided us for where to go, helped identify outstanding restaurants, and provided other useful suggestions for our time in Portugal. He also does day tours and we were sorry we didn't have more time with him."

Alcobaca Monastery, Batalha Monastery and Convent of Christ tour recommended

"Exceptional experience enhanced by a top-notch guide to 3 fabulous places. Our guide had so much detailed knowledge about every monastery we visited. Her wider understanding of Portuguese history is equally impressive. She made the whole trip fabulous. The Convent of Christ in Tomar is an amazing place and the memory of the round Templar church will last a lifetime. Also, as an English descendant, the story of Batalha Monastery touched my heart. I didn't know that the oldest alliance in the world is between England and Portugal. The tour and overall experience far exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend visiting this monasteries and No Map Tours!"

Outstanding day trip from Lisbon visiting Obidos, Nazare and Batalha!

"Absolutely loved the entire day trip! The best way to see Obidos, Nazare and Batalha monastery in a day. Aside from the spectacular scenery at Nazare, our guide Luis was very knowledgeable and engaging. The monastery of Batalha has an interesting history and he helped us understand the context in which the oldest alliance in the world emerged, between England and Portugal. He is top notch! We learned a lot and gained a unique perspective on the history of Portugal. Having a tour guide gave us so much information that we wouldn’t have got otherwise. Don’t skip this tour. Well worth the money. Would highly recommend."

Tour to Queluz Palace, Mafra Palace and Ericeira recommended

"What a fantastic way to spend a day out of Lisbon. No Map Tours set up our full day tour to Queluz, Mafra and Ericeira perfectly! Our guide picked us up from our hotel in Lisbon at 8:30am and brought us over to Queluz for our visit. Mafra trully is an immense palace (also basilica and convent), but our guide was able to pinpoint must-see areas and provide important historical stories to bring the whole experience together, allowing us to fully understand the time period of John the 5th and the man himself who went about building the Palace of Mafra. We especially loved her recommendation for lunch at Ericeira. Excellent tour with a highly qualified guide who enhanced our experience. She has in-depth knowledge of history of the palaces. Highly recommended"

Wonderful tour to the Sanctuary of Fatima from Lisbon

"The trip to Fatima was a moving religious experience. Luis was such an informative, generous and kind tour guide. We only had a day in Portugal so half day with pick up and drop off at our Lisbon hotel was perfect. The whole story of Fatima was told with great enthusiasm but Luis also allowed us quiet time for prayer. His faith was evident. It was a blessing that he was our tour guide."

Phenomenal tour with an excellent guide!

"Sandra fills your day with history and I learned a huge amount of information while visiting gorgeous sites. She’s personable, knowledgeable and always checking in to make sure things are going well. As a solo traveller I felt well cared for and enjoyed the day immensely."

Private tour through busy Sintra and Cascais

"Touring with two couples and our knowledgeable guide, Luis, made visiting busy Sintra and Cacais a perfect day."

Excellent!

"It was a day filled with unique architecture, interesting history, and culinary delights. Sandra was a fount of knowledge, and her driving skills are awesome. If getting a car in and out of tight parking spaces was an Olympic skill, Sandra would be a gold medalist. The food was memorably good, from the morning lactose-free pastry to the amazing seafood lunch by the ocean. Thank you, Sandra, for a fantastic tour."

Private tour of Tomar's Knights Templar is 100% worth it!

"We loved the day trip to Tomar. The Convent of Christ / Castle of Tomar has a long and interesting history, and it's an amazing architectural structure. But aside the spectacular Almourol Castle and its scenery, the Convent of Christ and the city of Tomar itself, our guide was a wealth of information. Very clear and informative. She helped us understand the context in which the Knights Templar formed the kingdom of Portugal (the Port of the Grail) so far away from the Holy City, Jerusalem. Learned so much about the Knights Templar that I couldn't learn on a group tour. Private tour is the way to go! Thank you for a magical day."

Phenomenal tour

"Phenomenal tour with an excellent guide! Sandra fills your day with history and I learned a huge amount of information while visiting gorgeous sites. She’s personable, knowledgeable and always checking in to make sure things are going well. As a solo traveller I felt well cared for and enjoyed the day immensely."

A Day to Remember with Pleasure

"My custom tour of Cascais was expertly carried out by Sandra. I enjoyed my visit to the market, the Boca do Inferno, the Condes de Castro Guimarães house museum, the Casa de Santa Maria, and the lighthouse. Despite a very restorative lunch at a Portuguese restaurant, and a delicious lactose-free ice-cream, I did not have the stamina to fully explore the Museu do Mar Rei Dom Carlos I, and I needed to take a nap instead of going to the Citadela de Cascais artisan centre. I loved hearing Sandra’s stories about the unique houses in and around Cascais, and their famous (or infamous) occupants, and learning about the history of the area. Sandra’s driving was impeccable, and I felt very safe in her vehicle. Also, my thanks to Sandra for an unscheduled, early-morning stop at the Tower of Belem, which I had missed seeing the day before due to over-crowding. I thoroughly recommend both Sandra and No Map Tours."

This trip is a MUST!

"We spent an amazing day with Luis at Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, in Sintra and Cascais. Luis’ knowledge of the history, stories, and details of these areas is unmatched. He was such an incredible guide and was sure to help us explore a few gems off the beaten path. He is so kind, friendly and has an amazing energy! He even helped us select the perfect spot for lunch. Thank you for an incredible day and helping us to create memories that will last a lifetime!"

Fantastic in every way !

"Fantastic! Sandra was a fabulous guide; friendly, cheerful and incredibly knowledgeable! The Palace was extraordinary and wonderful! In Caiscais we had a delicious lunch and a lovely wonder around the town and along the seafront. Loved it!"

What a wonderful trip

"Luis is a very friendly and safe driver. He picked us up on time at our hotel. He is such a gentleman by open the car doors for both of me and my wife. He did a very good job by explaining us the background and history for Pena Palace, Sinatra, Cascais and Cabo De Roca. One thing that touched us deeply is that he brought us two umbrellas at Sinatra where it was raining suddenly. He guided us thoroughly all the way from the beginning to the end. This is the best you can get from a guided tour. We highly recommend this trip."

This trip is a MUST!

"We spent an amazing day with Luis at Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, in Sintra and Cascais. Luis’ knowledge of the history, stories, and details of these areas is unmatched. He was such an incredible guide and was sure to help us explore a few gems off the beaten path. He is so kind, friendly and has an amazing energy! He even helped us select the perfect spot for lunch. Thank you for an incredible day and helping us to create memories that will last a lifetime!"

Wonderful Day at Sintra, Cascais, and Pena Palace

"Sandra gave my wife and me a wonderful tour of Pena Palace, Sintra, and Cascais. Her knowledge of the area and its history was very impressive. She accompanied us on the tour of the palace and had great insights. She also gave us great recommendations for pastries in Sintra and lunch in Cascais. Very highly recommended."

Impressive tour and guide!

"Luis was the perfect guide: knowledgeable, friendly, patient, helpful and flexible. He knew his way around Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais area without ever checking a map. He adeptly got us in and out of each place, expertly avoiding the big crowds, like magic. He is easily the best guide we have ever had. A private tour with him (or his wife) was the best choice we made for this area. I can’t recommend him highly enough. We were very impressed!"

So glad we booked this tour!

"Highly recommend this tour and in particular our guide Sandra. I was struggling with how to plan our day in Sintra when a friend shared that she had a very positive tour experience with No Map Tours. So glad we went ahead and booked. From the first inquiry, everything was very professional. Sandra was knowledgeable and planned a fun and full day for us. Absolutely worth the price to be first in line at Pena Palace to enjoy without the throngs of people."

highly recommend her

"Sandra is very knowledgeable and very fun to have as a guide!! Her car was very spacious and she used a small mic so we could all easily hear. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her again! "

Wonderful day with Luis!

"A wonderful day. Luis Olivieros was our driver and guide for the day. He provided a fantastic experience for us. We appreciated how accommodating he was with our wishes. All of the background and historical information he gave about the sites we visited and Portugal in general was very interesting. He was easy to understand. The vehicle for our transfer tour was very comfortable. We would highly recommend No Map Tours- request Luis."

Absolutely outstanding!

"A second fabulous day with Sandra! Given the crowds that flock to Sintra, having an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and organized guide was invaluable. All of our questions were answered well in advance of our travels, and a custom itinerary allowed us to fit in all that we were interested in. Our action packed day took us to the Pena Palace, Sintra town, Regaleira and the Castle of the Moors. Rather than simply "seeing", we listened and learned more than we could have on our own. Sandra's knowledge is second to none! A truly invaluable experience that we highly recommend. Thank you, Sandra! Our tours with you were the best part of our three week Portugal adventure."

Outstanding day in Evora!

"A fabulous day with Sandra! Her knowledge and enthusiasm brought this magical place alive. Rather than simply "seeing", we listened and learned more than we could have on our own. It was helpful to arrive early, before the most popular sites were crowded. We appreciated the lunch reservation, which allowed us to take a break and then continue in a timely fashion. Sandra possesses a wealth of knowledge, about Evora and Portugal in general, answering all of our questions and more. Learning about the locally made crafts was very helpful. A truly invaluable experience that we highly recommend. Thank you, Sandra!"

Luis was wonderful

"Luis was a fabulous tour guide. Informative, helpful and polite. Great value for the money. Provided an excellent restaurant choice in Cascais."

Your of Lisbon - Half Day

"Our tour with Sandra and No Map Tours was amazing! She picked us up at the cruise port on time..early actually. She took us to some incredible sites and was very good at explaining all the history! We learned a lot! The tarts in Belém were delicious and we are so thankful we were able to try them. You can’t go wrong booking with No Map Tours."

Perfect day tour to Sintra and Cascais

"Cannot say enough great things about this tour. Highly highly recommend Luis! He was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. As many people noted in other reviews— I felt like we were one step ahead of the crowds (which is legit no joke…so so many people) to where we were just getting out as hoards of people were coming in. Luis is so knowledgeable about the history and felt like we could appreciate everything so much more knowing the background. We started the day at the Pena Palace, then had plenty of time to grab a pastry and the cherry liquor that Luis recommended in historic Sintra. Then we headed to the most western edge of Europe which was an amazing view. After that we went to Cascais which was picturesque and had a fantastic lunch at a spot that Luis recommended. The entire day felt well organized but not rushed. This tour is a must do from Lisbon and made our experience in Lisbon that much better. Will recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Lisbon!"

Amazing

"This was probably one of the best tours we have ever done. Our guide was fantastic in giving us great information and avoiding the crowds. The stops in Sagres and Cascais were fabulous."

Sintra and Cascais Private Tour with Luis

"The tour was wonderful. We were 3 couples and staying in Lisbon a few days before a cruise. No Map Tours had great reviews so we booked with them and we were not disappointed. Our guide, Luis Oliveira, was excellent. His knowledge of the areas and his recommendations for eating were perfect. We would definitely book with No Map Tours again."

Great experience! A must do!

"Fabulous tour! We saw everything we wished for. Sandra was an amazing guide who gave us a magical experience with her expert knowledge"

Great Tour

"This whole tour was really great! Luis was an excellent tour guide! He made this tour so delightful!"

Tour with Family with Sandra

"We toured with Sandra. She was amazing. We went to Peña Palace and several other locations. Highly recommended. We went with my two children."

Beautiful locations, excellent guide!

"Booked this tour for my husband and adult son, on a quick trip to Lisbon. We enjoyed every story, stop and anecdote our tour guide, Luis, shared with us."

Amazing detail!

"Luis made this tour. His passion for history and country was obvious and the detail he gave us made the trip. His knowledge was amazing and made this tour a 5 star excursion for us."

Ask for Luis!

"Luis is a great driver, terrific guide, and a great iPhone photographer. He is very knowledgeable, great at storytelling, and really good at keeping us one step ahead of the crowd to avoid traffic and long lines. My husband realized he forgot his phone in Luis' car after we got dropped off. Thankfully, Luis noticed it and was kind enough to swing back and dropped it off for us. Highly recommend!"

Amazing tour of Pena Palace and Cascais with Luís!

"Our guide Luís was fantastic! He made everything smooth and convenient and gave us a great tour of Pena Palace. He’s tremendously likable as well. We were so pleased with the entire experience!"

Best private tour company around

"We had taken private tours around Portugal in the past, and No Map Tours by far is the best private tour operator you can find. We went on two tours with them, and we are so glad we picked this particular company. The tours are well planned and the vehicles are super clean and comfortable. We cannot say enough great things about our tour guide Sandra. We were really impressed by her knowledge of history, attention to detail, level of customer care and driving skills! If you are a history fan or simply want to have great time exploring Portugal, No Map Tours tours are the must. Next time we are in Portugal, we will definetely be touring with Sandra again. Highly recommend! Many thanks to No Map Tours for the great experience!"

Amazing tour of Pena Palace and Cascais with Luís!

"Our guide Luís was fantastic! He made everything smooth and convenient and gave us a great tour of Pena Palace. He’s tremendously likable as well. We were so pleased with the entire experience!"

In love with Sintra and Cabo Da Roca

"Beautiful Summer Palace with a fairy tale history in a mountain with espectacular views of Portugal. Also de most west part of Europe kown as Cabo Da Roca is an amaizing place to visit."

Best Transfers Ever!

"I really enjoyed my transfers between Lisbon and Porto with Sandra. She is an excellent driver and also made sure that my luggage was safe when we stopped for sightseeing and meals. The stops were delightful, and Sandra gave me itinerary choices to take into account my difficulty walking uphill, and also my interest in ancient Roman ruins. Sandra's choice of restaurants was excellent, too. Thank you Sandra for two wonderful drives! I hope to see you again. June"

Great experience!

"We loved this tour! Sandra was our driver and everything was great. We had the best time viewing Sintra, the Pena Palace, Caiscais, and Capo da Roca. She was a great tour guide and driver for us, very informative about culture and history everywhere we went! You can’t go wrong with her and No Map Tours for this tour."

Amazing

"Luis was maybe the best tour guide we have had ever. Excellent, safe driver. Well planned day. He is a wealth of information but carefully navigates how much you want to know. Could answer questions on anything from History to plants to surfing."

We had a wonderful time

"4 of us booked a private tour with Sandra and we had a wonderful time. She is extremely knowledgeable, has a wonderful sense of humor and quickly picked up on our group dynamic! She kept us on a schedule while making us feel very relaxed and unrushed. And her knowledge was unsurpassed. There was nothing that we either passed in the car, or started to talk about, that she could not provide insight to. This was a great tour, a great guide and a wonderful day!"

An experience not to be missed

"Not only was this tour amazing, but our tour guide was amazing too. So much hospitality and knowledge. I had a bum ankle and she took her time and never made me feel like I was holding us back. She had so much knowledge. The van was spotless, the driving easy. She answered every question and was so easy to converse with. A remarkable experience."

Must do!

"I truly recommend! Luis was very knowledgeable and passionate about Portugal’s history. We were a group of 6 with different needs and Luis made it easy for all of us. His recommendations were spot on. He really made it such a special day for us! Without a doubt I would recommend him to friends and family. You’ll have an amazing time!"

Highly recommended

"Excellent and knowledgeable guide ego saw to our needs. We enjoyed where we visited which was as we had hoped for."

Amazing private tour

"Luis and this tour were both amazing! We learned so much about not only Sintra / Pena Palace / Cascais, but Lisbon and Portugal as well. Luis made sure we beat all of the worst crowds, and had a great time!"

Great tour of Sintra and Cascais! Highly recommend!!

"We had a wonderful day exploring Sintra and CasCais with Luis! He was an exceptional guide! Very knowledgeable and shared so many fun stories about the areas we were visiting. Perfect host in every way! We stayed ahead of the crowds, thanks to his thoughtful planning, and went at a pace that worked for my husband and I. The place was beautiful and a must see on a visit to Lisbon. Lots of walking so be prepared with good footwear!"

Best tour to Sintra and Cascais

"Our tour guide was Luis, if you have the pleasure of him as your guide you will have an amazing time. He is so knowledgeable about all spots visited. The pace was perfect and offers were made to adjust the schedule as needed. We encountered some heavy traffic on the way to Sintra and Luis found all the back roads to keep us on time."

Great day in Sintra

"Pena palace was fantastic. We got in line first and our guide knew all the tricks- from where to park, best things to see, even the best paths to make the trip as efficient as possible. He even knew who had the best ice cream!"

Excellent Drive - Lisbon to Porto, 2 Stops

"Luís was wonderful and he made our vacation extremely special. He was a very professional driver and helped us with our baggage, but more importantly, he gave us plenty of history and insight into Lisbon, Porto and all of our stops in between. He recommended a wonderful place to stop for lunch, and it is still the best food we had in Portugal. When we come back, we look forward to hiring him again! Thank you, Luís!"

Our tour with Sandra was perfect!

"Our tour with Sandra was perfect! Very attentive to detail. Beat the crowds. We highly recommend Sandra."

Take this tour!

"This was an amazing tour. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Portugal! We learned so much about the area from our very great guide. Going through the palace with a seasoned tour guide was perfect. From recommendations at the bakery to an amazing narrative as we drove around the area of Sintra and Cascais was just the best. Take this tour. Use this company!"

Plan a day for this one.

"What a beautiful way to spend a day. Our guide Sandra was prompt, friendly very knowledgeable and witty. Her English is excellent which served our group well. We enjoyed her extensive knowledge of Portugal's history, landscape and customs. The scenery is exceptional and Sintra and Cascais are charming. Definitely an excursion worth planning for."

Don't miss the chance to see two amazing attractions!

"We chose this tour because we wanted both Regaleira and Pena and this tour did not disappoint. Luis our guide was excellent! Prompt, courteous, had a beautiful vehicle and provided ice cold water for us several times on the hot day we went to Sintra. He was very informative with both facts and stories about what we saw and we very much enjoyed him as our guide. Both Pena Palace and Regaleira are not to be missed when in Sintra."

Memorable day!

"Sandra was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed becoming "Templars for a day" and all the information she passed along about life and history of the Templars. The drive was comfortable and enjoyable with some well-timed stops along the way and a well chosen place for our lunch. We would definitely recommend. Thank you Sandra for making our day memorable!"

Saving the best for last in Portugal

"It was our last full day in Portugal. We were ready to go before 8:00 am, and already our private tour guide/driver Luis was outside the hotel waiting. And with good reason - we drove up, up, up to the Pena Palace about 15 miles northwest of Lisbon, and arrived ahead of the crowds and Vatican-length admission line. Luis was an overflowing well of information during the drive up, then (after a brief walk through the surrounding gardens) whisked us through the Palace entry. He led us in and out of sections and rooms, explaining the Palace's history and resulting mish-mash of architecture with genuine fervor and the occasional joke. After the Pena Palace we headed to the town of Sintra for coffee and "pillows" (an incredible Portuguese pastry) at a local shop, then off to the cliffs and raging waves at Cabo da Roca, the western-most point of Europe. Luis regaled us with tales of how, way back when, people believed the world was flat and ended there - venture further and you'd fall off the edge! A stop and a stroll in Coney Island-like Cascais followed, while Luis went to grab some lunch. We met up after, stopped for a second at the Casino Estoril (which Luis informed us was the inspiration for Ian Fleming's "Casino Royale"), and breezed along the highway back to Lisbon. As far as tour guides, Luis Oliveira is the king - knowledgable, entertaining and trustworthy. Anyone who books a No Map Tour should be lucky enough to get Luis!"

Highlight of our 2 weeks in Portugal

"At age 74, I came to Portugal with my family in March 2024 to connect with the land of my Azorean grandparents — and to talk to someone who could explain the country to me. Tour guide Sandra Pestana of No Map Tours checked both boxes. Above all, she’s a superb guide with an encyclopedic knowledge of — and love for — Portuguese history. We learned so much from her during our trip to the Queluz National Palace and the National Palace of Mafra. Equally important, she’s witty, fun, and dedicated to her clients’ comfort. She recommended a wonderful seafood place on the ocean at Ericeira for our lunch. And she never rushed us. Best of all, she was patient and candid with this old Portuguese man from America who had so many questions about his heritage. Our afternoon with Sandra was magical! -David Oliveria"

Majestic Pena Palace, and lovely Cascais town

"This was an awsome tour with incredible sights. We had the pleasure of having Luis as our tour guide exploring Sintra and Cascais for a memorable day. He had our entrance tickets for the first slot and we didn’t have to wait on line as many have reported. We never felt rush or pressured during the tour and had as much time to explore on our own. His lunch recommendation also hit the spot. He made our day memorable! Highly recommend this tour."

We booked the private tour with hotel pickup...

"We booked the private tour with hotel pickup, which I can only recommend to everyone. Pena Palace and Regaleira are attractions that tend to be overcrowded even in the off-season. Our guide Luis organized everything so that we were with the first group at Pena Palace. Even in the palace he managed to ensure that we were always a little ahead of the larger groups. During the Regaleira tour we walked along paths that also took us past the crowds. Even to eat in Sintra we managed to get a table before the guests lined up. In addition, of course, there is extensive knowledge about the sights. Particularly important in Regaleira, where you need background knowledge about the Knights Templar to understand why the garden was built the way it was. Luis was perfectly organized, friendly and we had a wonderful day with humor and charm. You should be able to walk well for the tour, then you can discover a lot more."

Experience

"We had a beautiful day tour with Luis. He was very knowledgeable and very accommodating. Definitely a must do tour!"

Pena Palace was magical. Fantastic experience! Great guide

"I highly recommend No Map Tours while you are visiting Portugal. The sites are beautiful and our guide made them amazing with his knowledge and stories. I would definitely do this tour again. Kuddos to No Map Tours!Looking forward to the next visit!"

Amazing Tour to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cape of Roca and Cascais

"The Pena Palace was a beautiful place to visit and the town of Sintra was very quaint. The views at Cabo da Roca were amazing. We enjoyed Cascais very much also. Our guide Sandra was super knowledgeable and accommodating. No Map Tours is a top notch company. I would recommend this trip to anyone!"

Very good, our guide Sandra...

"Very good, our guide Sandra had a lot of knowledge about the history. We particularly liked that we were able to take a short trip to Cascais because we still had some time."

Sintra tour with Sandra

"Sandra our guide was friendly , efficient and knowledgeable. The whole l experience from the booking till the end of the tour was a great experience. We would definitely recommend. Thanks Sandra"

Great day, great guide.

"Our guide Luis Oliveira was our private tour guide. He was amazing. Knowledgeable, impeccably dressed, and very friendly. He made sure that we were always comfortable in all aspects of the trip. We enjoyed very much and would recommend it highly. Ask for Luis."

Extraordinary day in Pena and Quinta de Regaleira

"We’re so happy we spent the money on this private, all day tour. Our driver and personal tour guide, Luis Oliveira was punctual arriving at 8 in a Mercedes-Benz station wagon and very knowledgeable of all the places he took us to. The Pena castle is a work of art and the Quinta of Regaleira, the grounds and the well were beautiful. Both very different and unique in their styles but well worth the trip. Luis had our entrance tickets for the first slot and we didn’t have to wait on line as many have reported. Luck was on our side with the weather, not too hot or cold, just right. A bit of caution both require walking a lot, up and down stairs, walkways, and cobblestone walkways. Best to be very mobile. We then went to the coast town of Cascais. A very pretty beachside town with many restaurants and shops and of course the beach. We enjoyed every moment! Thanks to Luis who was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. You could tell he enjoys his job!"

Sandra Pestana made our trip memorable!!!

"Sandra Pestana was our tour guide, she was fantastic!! She is very knowledgeable in the history and details of Portugal. History on Pena Palace (inside/outside), information on Sintra and Cascais!! She recommended a fantastic place for lunch! We appreciated her guidance and hospitality, that’s what made this tour amazing!!"

EXCELLENT Sintra and Cascais Tour with Luis

"What a great experience! Luis was prompt, courteous, and a wealth of knowledge. His suggestions were excellent and I would not hesitate to recommend this service to anyone looking for a stress-free connection between Porto and Lisbon."

Amazing day with Sandra from No Map Tours

"We had the best day with Sandra! We spent a wonderful 8 hours together, she was a wonderful guide. We were so comfortable and felt like special guests. She shared the wonderful history of Peña Palace and Regaleira, and Portugal in general, with energy, passion and great expression. She gave us wonderful suggestions for coffee and pastry options, lunch and shopping destinations. Sandra is an exceptional driver, she is skilled and very competent. We felt very safe in her capable hands. We could not have been treated better! Our day was truly sensational!"

Great tours and the best tour guide

"We took three tours with No Map Tours (half day city tour, Sintra & Cascais, and a transfer from Lisbon to Porto). Communications with company was great. They quickly responded to my questions before I booked and followed up with details and confirmation before the tours started. The tours were well-paced and informative, and gave us a great appreciation for Portuguese history and culture. Sandra was our guide for all three tours. She guided us inside Peña Palace and provided many details. She took great care of my elderly parents and adjusted the trips to accommodate their physical limitations and interests. Sandra is also a terrific driver, especially through the narrow streets to Peña Palace. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and are so glad that we chose No Map Tours for our first visit to Portugal."

EXCELLENT Sintra and Cascais Tour with Luis

"Luis was excellent and so knowledgeable about the history of all the places we visited. Good balance of guided tours and free time. Pena Palace is beautiful and a must see. I totally recommend this tour."

Thanks for a fantastic tour of Alcobaca, Batalha, and Tomar!

"My family and I learned a lot because Sandra patiently guided us through everything and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend!"

Excellent tour!

"I gave this rating due to multiple things: 1. The guide Luis 2. The tour activities included 3. Timeline of the 1day/8hr tour"

Unforgettable Pena Palace Guided Tour

"Our tour guide Luis was phenomenal and told us so much interesting history, making it all a wonderful experience. Great information, humor, and fun! Loved it all."

An Amazing Private Tour

"Luis was an INCREDIBLE guide, picked us up on time, shared so much history and insight the entire day. Provided bottled water and great conversation. The tour itself was phenomenal; and having Luis guide us through Pena Palace instead of just walking through and looking around was super special. I would 100% recommend No Maps tours to everyone - I can't think of anything that I would change about this special day. Thank You!"

Amazing tour and guide!!!

"We had the pleasure of having Luis as our tour guide in Portugal for a memorable day exploring Sintra and Cascais. From the start, the experience was elevated by the spotless van he provided, complete with complimentary water, ensuring a comfortable journey. Luis perfectly balanced professionalism with a fun and engaging demeanor. His knowledge enhanced our experience, and he provided excellent recommendations for attractions and dining. Luis truly made our tour exceptional with his expertise and friendly approach. Fantastic guide!"

Great guide and day trip from Lisbon!

"Sandra was a brilliant guide and we had a good amount of time at each site to enjoy ourselves. The grounds at Pena Palace were beautiful. Sintra is a super neat town to walk around. The cliffs of Cabo da Roca were marvelous. This was our favorite tour during our week in Lisbon. I cannot recommend this trip enough!"

Best Private day tour

"Outstanding service from our tour guide Louis. We had not done a private tour before and now I wouldn’t do it any other way. Louis was informative, humorous, intelligent, and stayed with us the entire time to make sure we had the best experience. The 8 hours flew by as he was so enjoyable. Loved Sintra and Cascais. Can’t recommend more! Thanks Louis! We will be back and ask for you."

The best tour!

"This tour was great! Luis was the best guide, his knowledge of the history of Lisbon and Sintra was impressive. He went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable on the tour and that we were having a good experience. I cant rave about him enough. If you are visiting Lisbon and want any kind of tour definitely reach out to Luis!!"

Private Tour in Portugal

"No Maps and our guide, Sandra, would be the only way to visit Lisbon as a first time traveler. Sandra is a well of information about the area. She is very friendly and never rushed us."

She's the best!

"Sandra P. Is the best! She is very knowledgeable, friendly, and the most accommodating tour guide you will find."

Private Tour in Sintra

"My husband and I took a tour the day before with a different company. That one was with 6 other travelers. We felt rushed and didn't really get a lot of details about the places we visited. Our guide did not accompany us inside the places we went to and he was basically just a driver. He gave us very little time in Fatima and being Catholics, we were really very disappointed. But NOT with No Maps! We had Sandra as our private tour guide. She wasn't watching the clock - she allowed us as much time as we needed. She accompanied us pretty much everywhere and pointed out interesting facts about Sintra. Sintra is a beautiful, must see place. We were incredibly lucky not to have encountered a huge crowd in any of the places we visited. But that had a lot to do with our guide. She timed where we should be according to her local knowledge of when the mass of humanity would be showing up, for instance, in Pena Palace. Hire No Maps and go to Sintra!"

Outstanding time

"Sandra was an absolute pro and very friendly. She knew a lot not just about Portuguese history but history in general. We had an incredibly great time with her in Evora. She was very comprehensive in explaining the symbolisms of many of the architecture details in the edifices we saw. We never felt rushed. Beyond that, she also took us to the Almendres Cromlech which meant she had to drive her Mercedes Benz on gravel and very uneven road for more than 9 km. She normally doesn't go there but she knew I wanted to see the megaliths so she took us there. We can't take her enough. Obrigada, Sandra and No More Maps!"

Our tour manager / driver, Luis, was super friendly...

"Our tour manager / driver, Luis, was super friendly and knowledgeable. We are very happy with the tour with the exception that this tour was a lot of walking. And we were prepared since we read about the uphill walking for this tour. No joke."

Knowledge/expert tour guide

"We enjoyed our tour of Peña Palace, Sintra, Cabo Da Roca and Cascais with Sandra. She has a true appreciation for the history and she conveyed her knowledge in a storytelling way making us feel like we were truly immersed into the experience. She made the most of our time together, but then allowed us time to explore on our own and offered suggestions of how to spend our time in Sintra and Cascais. "

Templar Treasures

"Our tour of the Templar Treasures exceeded expectations, as did our tour guide Sandra. She was extremely knowledgeable and personable, and went the extra mile to ensure that we had a memorable experience. 10/10!"

Excellent drive to Porto with Luis

"Fantastic day with Luis. We booked a drive to Porto so we could see more of Portugal and are so glad we did. We left our hotel at 9, spent an hour at the charming walled town of Obidos, then stopped at the seaside town Nazare for lunch and a walk along the beach. All before heading to Porto. Luis was terrific; very nice and professional and he took great care of us all day. The car was also very comfortable; a new and spotless Mercedes. Highly recommended."

Fantastic day with Luis

"My wife and I had a wonderful time with Luis on this tour today (I strongly suggest you ask for him as your guide as this was completely without stress on our first full day activity). He picked us up at our hotel and was very well prepared. He was extremely knowledgeable about everything along our drive to Sintra. We arrived for the first tour of the Peña Palace and enjoyed a leisurely walk up the hill enjoying the landscape. The tour of the palace was fantastic. He had a great recommendation for pastries and coffee in the town afterwards and we then made our way to Cascais. The drive was beautiful despite the windy weather and we stopped for scenic pictures along the way. We had lunch in Cascais at a restaurant highly rated by TripAdvisor that Luis recommended. It was superb. Our drive back to Lisbon was very nice and we were dropped off at a wonderful section of the city with additional tips from Luis for shopping etc. He really made this trip easy and very enjoyable. 5 stars!"

An incredible experience!!!!

"We had an incredible experience on a private tour with Luis. A very professional, friendly and helpful guide who made us discover some unmissable wonders. I sincerely recommend it to all those who want to discover the beauties of Lisbon, Sintra and Cascais in total comfort and serenity. Thank you Luis for this unforgettable day!"

We had a perfect day...

"We had a perfect day in Alcobaca, Batalha and Tomar with Sandra. She has huge knowledge about history, art, culture and we learned a lot during the day. She is one the best guides we've ever met. Recommend for everyone!:)"

Phenomenal personalized service! Perfect way to visit Sintra and surrounding area

"Our tour guide, Luis, was fantastic! This is a very private tour, it was only my husband and myself plus the driver, Luis. Unfortunately, we picked a rainy day to visit Sintra , but Luis made it so enjoyable. From taking the shortcut to avoid traffic to get to the Pena Palace on time, to making adjustments in the tour so that we could see what we really wanted to see, to making sure we got to the best pastry shop to try the world, famous puff pastries of Sintra - he was very accommodating. Very knowledgeable, and a fantastic personality. We learned so much about Portugal from him. if you can, request Luis as your tour guide for this excursion!"

A great experience!!

"Sandra our guide was amazing!! She was knowledgeable, patient,kind and empathetic. Great Guide. Thanks to Viator and Sandra."

Guide was very knowledgeable...

"Guide was very knowledgeable and nice"

Louis, our guide, was...

"Louis, our guide, was outstanding. He was extremely knowledgeable but also attentive to our comfort. We consider the day we spent with him to be highlight of our vacation."

Monasteries

"Our guide, Sandra Pestana, was prompt, courteous and very well informed about the Monasteries. She made our trip very wonderful. Thank you, Sandra, and see you next time."

Spectacular!

"We had an amazing time. Luis was the best tour guide ! We recommend this tour 100%. The Peña Palace was incredible!"

Excellent trip w Luis

"The trip from Lisbon to Porto involved 3 couples (all family), and the van was comfortable for all of us, including luggage. Luis helped realign our trip to a better itinerary than originally planned, which was so appreciated. We visited Obidos and Nazare, which are highly recommended. Overall, a phenomenal day."

Lisbon to Porto transfer

"Pick up at Lisbon airport was easy and arrived in Porto approximately 3 hours later. Luis was charming, informative, and a great driver."

Amazing Day With Sandra

"Amazing trips with Sandra to Sintra and Cascais. The tour was amazing and Sandra was very knowledgeable. I would recommend No Map Tours to anyone looking for a first class private tour."

Amazing Day With Sandra

"Wonderful day touring to Sintra and Cacais. Sandra our guide was friendly, accommodating, and extremely informative."

Best tour guide for Sintra!!

"Sandra does the best tours in Lisboa! If you are going to Sintra, book with her. She gets you there before the lines are long and keeps you away form all the crowds. She has a headset and earphones so you can always hear what she is saying. she is also very funny and witty! Loved my second time using her!"

Fabulous Private Tour

"Luis took us on a fabulous full day tour of sites in the towns around Lisbon. We started early at Sintra’s Peña Palace, full of history that Luis shared on the drive there. He got us there early to beat the crowds and provided umbrellas when it started to rain. His knowledge of the palace enhanced the experience and he took lots of photos of us in the beautiful setting. We then visited Cabo de Roca and lunched in Cascais. Both were beautiful and Luis knew all the best places for good views and food. His car was roomy and comfortable. We highly recommend this tour and Luis."

A must see!

"The trip was exactly as described on line. Our guide, Telma met us on schedule and was an excellent driver (even knew all the shortcuts to avoid the traffic). She was very informative on the history and culture of Portugal. We would highly recommend this trip."

Tour guide Sandra a 10+++

"Our guide Sandra. She was a 10+++ loved her vibe. So knowledgeable and accommodating. Went above and beyond all expectations."

Great guide and driver

"We had a fantastic tour of Sintra and Cascais with Sandra. Despite the crowds at the Peña Palace, Sandra was able to guide us through when it opened with her excellent knowledge of what was to be expected and we never felt rushed or crowded.Excellent driving skills and comfortable car too. We enjoyed our stops in Sintra and Cascais and Sandra’s tips on what to see and where to eat. Highly recommend Sandra, we had a great day!"

A whimsical trip back in time

"Me and my husband picked a couple of things to splurge on for our trip to Portugal… this private tour was one of them…and I am SO glad we did. I would give this tour 100 stars if I could. It was worth every penny. Our guide, Luis, was so professional, kind, and knowledgeable. He was passionate about teaching us the history of Portugal and took so much pride telling us about his amazing country. I learned so much and we were fascinated with history, art and culture every step of the way. Luis is a trained guide and it really shows. I’ve never had a better tour guide in all my travels. I had gotten food poisoning the night before the trip and was so happy we had such nice accommodations (a private Mercedes with leather seats, WiFi, AC, and bottled water) to and from Sintra, because I wasn’t feeling well. The car ride was a breeze and he picked us up and dropped us off right at our hotel. If Luis hadn’t driven us and helped us to navigate the sights, we probably would’ve only seen 1/100th of what we did (not even exaggerating). You absolutely need a guide for these sights and a private guide is definitely the way to do it. I could write so much more. It was such a great experience. Thank you Luis. We had such a memorable time. Hope Lolly is doing great, and looking forward to booking another excursion with you the next time we’re in Portugal. -Jessica and Russ W."

Excellent trip. Would use again

"We had Luis as our guide. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. He made our trip extra special. Would use him again next time we are in Lisbon."

Great Tour, Great Guide!

"Our guide, Luis picked us up at our hotel in Lisbon. We had a great day starting at the Pena Palace with tickets for the first entrance. Luis was so knowledgeable and guided us through the palace. Then walked through Sintra and stopped for a pillow pastry and cappuccino. We made some stops on the way to Cascais and Luis gave us great recommendations on what to see and where to eat. The private all day tour was fantastic and I highly recommend Luis and No Map Tours."

Skip the lines to the Peña Palace

"This trip is perfect if you want to see the Pena Palace. Luis picked us up at 8 so we were in the first group to enter the palace. We saw the palace without the massive crowds and Luis gave us a every informative tour. By starting the tour early we also beat the crowds in Sintra. Had a great lunch in Cascáis and plenty of time to explore. The drive back from Cascais to Lisbon was beautiful. Luis was a wealth of knowledge and met our everything need."

Excellent and knowledgeable

"Luis was a very knowledgable guide. He made the trip a great experience for us. Very patient and kind. He was happy to answer any questions we had and nothing was too much trouble. I would certainly use Luis again."

Magnificent pene palace

"Every part of our trip was very enjoyable our guide luis was so pleasant straight away he made us feel very comfortable. He has so much information about the places he is taking you. He gave us plenty of time to enjoy the areas we was visiting. I would definitely highly recommend this company and when I visit Portugal again I will definitely use this company."

Very good

"Guided tour of Pena palace was really good.Luis was outstanding. He did a outstanding job of making every effort to make our trip as comfortable as possible."

Great half day tour with toddler

"I had an organized private tour for me, my husband, and 12 month old baby to Sintra and Pena palace. I really appreciated Sandra's honesty that a full day tour may be too much for a 12 month old since it is not stroller friendly and steep hills. We had Luis as our driver/tour guide and he was excellent, we enjoyed the guided tour. My 12 month old also enjoyed it and he made sure he was ok every so often. I highly recommend this company if you want a guided private tour."

Fun in faith

"Our tour guide, Luis was punctual & with clean vehicle, cool, spacious. I know more of the Fatima Shrine stories & different locations which we/my family find it vital to see & appreciate esp in faith! Thank you very much, Luis :)"

All Round Great Tour

"Sandra began the day by being on time. She was very friendly, warm, and knowledgeable. Her commentary throughout the tour was pleasing and insightful. She was also able to answer all our questions in a statisfactory manner. She made great recommedations for places to eat when we stopped. She also had a great sense. I would highly recommend this tour with Sandra. It was a bit expensive but I got my moneys worth."

Great tour with Luis

"Wonderful tour. Our guide, Luis, was great. He was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about all of the sites. "

Memorable tour

"Our guide Sandra made the experience memorable. She was instrumental in getting us inside the Palace before the long line ups. She was not only very pleasant but also very knowledgeable and professional. We highly recommend this tour."

Excellent experience

"Sandra was an excellent guide for us. She was punctual & informative. We enjoyed seeing the palace & Sandra gave us an insight & details as we toured. We enjoyed our time in Sintra & Cascais. The Cape of Roc was really windy but beautiful. Sandra gave us some time to ourselves & showed up on time to pick us from a designated area. This is the best way to take a tour. Highly recommend it."

Amazing tour by Sandra

"Sandra was an amazing tour guide! She was knowledgable about all the sights and provided amazing tours and day. NoMap tours was accommodating to ensure we saw all the sights we wanted to see. Could not recommend more!"

Amazing Trip

"Our tour guide, Sandra was very knowledgeable about the history of Portugal and she kept us entertained with all her inside expertise when we visited Peña Palace and Sintra. She had a headset and gave us all receivers so that she dispense all her knowledge when we were in the palace which was very crowded. We really appreciated that because it made the tour much more enjoyable. She also made great recommendations on places to eat and shop. We would definitely recommend No Map Tours and Sandra as your guide."

Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais

"Our guide Sandra was amazing. She was extremely knowledgeable and has a great personality. The tour was great as well. Started at the Peña Castle with a tour. Learned a lot of history. Then on to a short visit for a snack in center of Sintra. Finished with a visit to Cabo da Roca and lunch in Cascáis. Would highly recommend."

Luis was fantastic! We...

"Luis was fantastic! We were scheduled for our tour on a Tuesday with an 8:00AM pick-up. The tour company contacted us Monday to alert us that the Peña Palace workers might be going on strike Tuesday, but there was no way to know definitively. After speaking with the tour company, we decided to chance it… the workers did end up striking so we weren’t able to go to the Palace Tuesday. Luis gave us several other options to chose from and even offered to continue the rest of the tour and them come back and bring us just to Peña Palace the next day (his day off!). We had a fantastic time on Tuesday and he came back as promised Wednesday to explore Peña Palace. Exceeded our expectations! He was friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable. Luis gave us lots of tips, answered all our questions and was wonderful with my two daughters. You won’t be disappointed! We really appreciated his willingness to pivot and give us the best experience- even when the strike was completely out of his control."

Best day ever with Sandra!

"We had Sandra as our tour guide for Pena palace and Sintra. She was amazing! She was knowledgeable, her English was fluent, her story telling was great! I would highly recommend. It was a perfect day."

Luis is a pleasure

"Luis showed my wife and I a great day. Every corner we turned, we were glad that we got this tour . His knowledge of the area and the palace was exceptional and I can tell he can easily adjust the information and activities to his client’s preferences. So happy we had the dumb luck of landing with Luis for this day."

Great Sintra experience

"This was a great way to have a private tour. It was just my wife and myself with our guide luis. We were picked up at our hotel and went straight to Sintra. All along the way luis provided history and little known facts about our destination. We got there as they opened and were in the first group that went into Pena Palace. Luis giuded us through the palace with the history and details about the construction. We stopped for plenty of pictures and felt we saw everything in about an hour. We then stopped for a local pastery and drink before we went to Regaleira. Our guides knowledge of the property allowed us to see some of the best locations without getting lost in this expansive property. Afterwards we went to Cascais for a late lunch. Luis provided multiple resturants based on our prefrence and the meal we had was great. We finally drove back to the hotel taking a scenic coastal route. It was a great way to see Sintra without being in a larger group. Well worth it."

First rate historical tour of Portugal's monasteries

"Sandra is a great guide and wonderful companion for this tour. Her love of history and Portugal shine through. She answered our so many questions and provided great recommendations for our time in Portugal. It's a first rate tour and a great way to see these 3 stunning monasteries in one day. You will never see a church or monastery the same after all the knowledge she shares with you. A welcoming host, Sandra puts you at ease from the moment you say hello to the end of the day. If you even considering this tour, please do it. You won't regret it."

Great experience— from clear pre-trip communication to first rate service and an amazing guide the day of our tour.

"We enjoyed every minute with Luis and appreciated the team planning great stops and timing that enabled us to. miss most of the the crowds, that can be overwhelming in these spots."

A Great Day!

"We had a fabulous day with Sandra, our guide, exploring Sintra, the Peña Palace, Cabo da Roca and Cascais! She knew the best times and ways to see so much in one day, plus lots of interesting history and detail along the way. Having her with us as we toured the palace was especially insightful, learning how and why this incredible castle came to be. Her tips for dining and shopping were excellent as well. We highly recommend Sandra and this amazing experience!"

The tour and our guide Sandra were the best

"We loved our trip to the Peña Palace, the town of Sintra and the town of Cascais. Our tour guide Sandra was phenomenal. She was very informative, helpful and friend. She was the best. We would highly recommend this tour and Sandra as a guide."

Great tour and we appreciated the personalized attention

"Sandra was an absolutely wonderful tour guide. There we’re four of us riding in her very clean and comfortable Meredes van. She had a a perfect command of the English language explaining in detail all of the history of the sites. She offered suggestions of things to and places to eat. Sandra has a wonderful sense of humor and made us laugh. We were very fortunate to have had a positive experience with a well rounded tour guide. We would highly recommend her for any tour! Thank you!"

Amazing Sintra tour!!

"We did the 8 hour tour of Sintra and Peña Palace. Sandra was an amazing tour guide, super knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. She would be our vote for the employee of the year. Thank you so much!!"

Best tour guide in Portugal!

"Amazing tour with the best tour guide in Portugal! Our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly with great recommendations for dining! If you want to see the best sites in Portugal this is the tour!"

A Beautiful Day in Portugal

"This tour was awesome! Many thanks to our excellent guide Luis. We started our tour at 8:00am and did not return to our hotel until 4:00pm. Luis thoroughly explained what we would see in Sintra and Cascais and everything in between. The highlight of the day was Pena Palace. We stopped at a bakery and tried “pillows” which were a delicious flaky pastry and ate lunch at a great seafood restaurant. Everything about the entire tour was great and should be on everyone’s list of places to visit."

Outstanding Tour Guide

"We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Sintra and Cascais with our tour guide Sandra. She was very knowledgeable and informative and all around delightful. We would definitely recommend this tour and guide."

Best tour

"Sandra was a fantastic guide !!! She made our trip memorable and would definitely recommend her and the company she works with. Thank you"

Sandra- A+, a great guide for a day trip to Sintra and Cascais

"Sandra was excellent, extremely professional, and by far the best tour guide we’ve met. She was knowledgeable, pleasant and did a great job explaining the history and culture as we toured the Peña Palace, Sintra, Cascais, and the Cabo Da Roca. She provided a great recommendation for lunch and gave us a few options for dinner that we tried and enjoyed."

Great guide and driver

"Great guide and driver, Luis. Comfortable car and ride. Tickets pre-booked for sights. Enough free time, enough guided."

Wonderful Guide Sandra

"Our guide Sandra was absolutely outstanding. Took care of our every need before and after the trip. Having a private tour is the perfect way to go when you have limited time."

BEST TOUR of a two country--three week vacation

"NoMapTours was just lovely to work with....I had questions, they were answered immediately and thoroughly. This was not the case with the many other tours I have experienced. So KUDOS to this company!"

Luis Oliveira

"Luis was very helpful and informative. I would recommend him to others. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful."

Worth every dollar!

"Luis was absolutely wonderful! My husband and I wouldn’t have been able to see half the sites in Sintra and Regaleira. He timed everything perfectly and knew how to avoid the crowds. We entered Peña Palace with only two people ahead of us. We were never rushed and he recommended wonderful snack and lunch places. Definitely a must do!"

Sintra and Cascais Tour with Sandra

"We had the best time with Sandra! Hands down, she is an expert, insightful guide. We went as a family of 4 with 2 teenagers. Sandra’s story telling kept my teenagers so engaged and wanting for more of her narrative! She educated us and made us laugh! Everything that Sandra recommended was top notch. Her service from pick up to drop off is one of the best I’ve seen (and we do travel a bit around the world). Thank you for sharing your wonderful country with us!"

Amazing

"Sandra presented an amazing guided walk through The Pena Palace and The Quinta da Regaleira. Her extensive knowledge about the history, combined with humour and good taste, gave us an unforgettable experience. Thank you Sandra!!!!!"

Fantastic Day with Luis!

"We booked a trip to Lisbon last-minute in Feb 2023. While trying to plan a day trip to Sintra, I found this tour and loved the itinerary, description, and reviews. We were picked up at our hotel, driven straight to Sintra to beat the lines, toured the castle, and then led through a day of sight-seeing including the gorgeous coast. Luis was a fantastic driver, and he gave us exactly as much of a tour of each place as we wanted. If you are staying in Lisbon and want a stress-free trip to see the sights, I definitely recommend booking."

Monasteries Tour

"The Monasteries Tour with Sandra was amazing. She paid attention to every detail and was such a good tour guide. I really enjoyed all the sights and Sandra made them come to life with details I would not have known on my own. She even gave us excellent lunch recommendations. It was so nice to be transported in a luxurious car without the hassle of figuring out how to get to the sights. I would book another tour with her the next time I am in Lisbon!"

Excellent experience, Sandra was awesome!

"Great day from Lisbon to the Monasteries, Sandra was great! Very knowledgable, passionate, and a fun tour guide! She shared tons of history, facts, and stories and was happy to thoroughly answer all our questions. The whole day was very relaxing, starting with a welcome at our own doorstep to front door drop-off. Would book again :)"

Unforgettable private Day Tour at Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira

"We went on a day trip to Sintra with our private guide Sandra. She picked us up in (and brought us back to) the hotel which was very convenient. The first tour was in The Pena Palace. Sandra had a brilliant way of telling historic facts, mixed with stories and humourous details. We had plenty of time to take photos and stop wherever we wanted to look around. At 10.30 h. we had a coffee with Travesseiros in the famous Piqirita café, delicious! After that we went to The Quinta da Regaleira. This breathtaking gardens and buildings were unforgettable!!! At the end of the tour we had lunch at Tascantiga, also a lovely restaurant with friendly staff. We had an absolute unforgettable day in Sintra Thanks to Sandra. If we ever come back to Lisbon (which we definitely want to!) we will ask for Sandra to guide us in another tour. Thank you a lot Sandra!!"

Choose Sandra as your tour guide

"My favorite part of this tour was SANDRA, our guide who was as informative as a historian who had researched these sacred places and their many facets. I am descended from a number of monarchs whose sarcophagi lie at Batalha and Alcobaca. Sandra’s tour was peppered with interesting facts and fascinating back stories that I would never have heard. She answered all of my questions and shed light on both dark and memorable events in Portuguese history. I highly recommend Sandra to anyone looking for an outstanding tour guide."

Absolutely loved this Sintra day tour. A+

"Our guide Luis was terrific. He had deep knowledge and went above and beyond to make this tour perfect for us! The Pena Palace was great, loved everything about this tour. Could not been better for our family. It was at a good pace with excellent historical and cultural insights. Five stars to Luis for the great job!!"

Amazing, Informative, and Funny

"Sandra is an amazing tour guide! We very much enjoyed our tour with her. She was very informative and funny! 12/10 would recommend!"

Great Pena Palace tour with a phenomenal guide

"Wonderful day at Sintra, Cape of Roca and Cascais. Sandra shared so many stories with us and we felt we had the best tour guide. This is definitely our favourite tour of many places we visited and tour operators we used. Highly recommend No Map Tours and tour guide Sandra!"

The best day trip from Lisbon!

"We took the Sintra and Cascais private tour with Pena Palace ticket and it was amazing. An excellent day trip out of Lisbon to see the fairytale Pena Palace and magical Sintra. The ocean views at Cape of Roca are breathtaking. And Cascais has that relaxed vibe of a seaside town. Spot on! Our guide was knowledgeable and humorous! We enjoyed all the stories along the day and we never felt rushed ever. Truly a wonderful experience."

HIGHLY Recommend Luis

"After having a long flight in from Texas we were greeted at the airport by Luis. Our first time in Portugal was immediately off to a great start. Luis helped us with our luggage and we were very pleased with the cleanliness of the vehicle. He had chilled waters which was very nice. Luis then took us to Nazare and Coimbra where he allowed us time to explore before completing our transfer to Porto. We appreciated that he stayed with the van and our luggage while we explored. He recommended an incredible Michelin star lunch. Not only was he professional and courteous during the trip, but communicated with us afterward to make sure we were settled in. He gave incredible recommendations and we cannot express how pleased we were with him. Amazing experience and great start to our trip!!"

Great day touring Sintra

"We spent a great day touring Sintra. Our guide Sandra made it really special! Her knowledge of the history, palaces & gardens was fantastic. She is very friendly & personable with a lot of interesting anecdotes. Thank you Sandra. Highly recommend"

Amazing Tour

"What an incredible day from start to finish! We were picked up at our hotel by our tour guide Luis who made our day special. The ride was clean and comfortable and Luis made sure we did the tour, especially the climb to Penna palace in a pace that was easy for us. He was very knowledgeable on the history of Portugal and gave us some good tips on places to have lunch and snacks. Highly recommend this tour."

Travel with kids

"Great transfer ! Luis our driver was very friendly, he took us to Coimbra and Aveiro, let us spent one hour in each site, drop us off in best area, offer us cold water and explain with detail. Thank you Luis and Sandra ! The van had wifi and very new and confortable ! defintly will book again"

Amazing tour

"We visited The Peña Castle, Sintra Old town and Quinta da Regaleira. These places by them self are spectacular. However, our tour guide Sandra made everything just perfect. Her knowledge about the places was amazing. She explained things in detail and her personality is A+ . We were able to see everything in a very organized and efficient manner. I highly recommend this private tour. Thank you Sandra and best of luck.
The Orellanas"

A must see experience

"I can’t recommend this tour enough. The experience was wonderful. Sandra is one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had. She is passionate about the site and has lots of information to provide. My family had a wonderful time from picking up at the hotel until we were dropped off in the evening."

Awesome and informative trip to sintra

"I used this company for a private day trip to Sintra. they communicated the pick up times and expectations up front. My female guide (whose name escapes me sorry) was on time and had a lot of knowledge on the history of Portugal and Sintra. I normally do not like museums but she kept my attention during the interior tour of sintra. We arrived before the crowds at 9:15 and was able to walk in without a wait. By the time we were finishing, there was a line. We did went to downtown SIntra which she showed me around and I had breakfast. We then headed to Capa Da Roca which was simply beautiful. From there to Caiscas for lunch. This was a great trip."

A day in Pena and Cascais

"Our tour guide, Sandra, was knowledgebale, very pleasant, helpful and spoke truly perfect english. She was also a great driver. We enjoyed our day very much and would highly recommend both the guide and the itinerary. Couldn't have been nicer!"

Sandra was wonderful

"Sandra was an amazing guide who was amusing and very professional. She navigated us perfectly and then had the flexibility to take us to Cascais and a quick stop at Belem. Sandra was recommended to us and we know why. She was fun to be with and we had a very special day. Thank you, Sandra"

Wonderful Sintra

"Luis provided a wonderful tour of Sintra and the surrounding regions. He not only guided us through Pena Palace, and Quinta da Regaleira, but also provided a great tour of Cascais. In providing these tours Luis provided detailed explanations for each site visited so that we could truly appreciate the history behind these locations. We would highly recommend Luis and NoMap tours for anybody seeking a wonderful experience."

Great tour, Great guide

"Luis hosted us to a highly informative and professionally managed tour that we both enjoyed immensely.
He was very open to flexibility in his program, stopping on request for photos, and checking in on whether the program he offered suited our expectations.
His vehicle was comfortable, modern and quiet.
All in all, a fantastic day out. Highly recommended."

Excellent Tour

"Luis is a fantastic tour guide and we would highly recommend using him for a No Map Tour. We were a group of 3 couples and all thoroughly enjoyed our day with Luis. He is very knowledgeable about Sintra, welcomed our questions, was fun to be with and a safe driver. We experienced so many beautiful sites at the Peña Palace and gardens of the Quinta do Regaleira. One member of our party was thrilled to visit the Initiation Well which he had studied about in high school! Luis went out of his way to take us to a bakery outside of Sintra that our son had visited and recommended to us. It was a super day!"

Sandra brought history to life

"My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our day touring the 3 Monasteries with Sandra. We thought it would be a small group tour but since we were the only people that signed up we had a wonderful private tour (it is good to know No Map Tours does not cancel). Sandra is very knowledgeable about the locales and stories of each monastery. Most importantly, she has the rare ability to convey the information in an informal, casual, and sometimes humorous manner so we could absorb the fascinating history and architecture of each site.
It was a lot to grasp in one day (nine hours), But the pace was relaxed and we never felt rushed, although one could take pictures at each place forever. After our visit to the Batalha, we had a nice lunch with a great view of the monastery across the street. Five stars for Sandra and No Map Tours."

Our day tour in Lisbon and surrounding areas

"Luis was clearly the best travel guide we’ve had the pleasure to have led and informed us. He was energetic and knowledgeable and fun to be around. He is a great asset and we will try to use him again upon a return trip."

Pena Palace worth every minute

"Sandra was fantastic and we highly recommend this tour. She was lovely and full of knowledge. Her recommendations for lunch and shopping were great and I would use her company again and again when in Portugal. My teenage niece absolutely loved this trip and it was her favourite day from the whole trip."

Excellent Tours- 5 Stars!

"We did two tours with No Map Tours. Luis was our guide for both tours. He possessed a high degree of knowledge on all areas of subject matter for the tours, as well as patience and professionalism.
We were highly satisfied with both of our tours, and our trip would not have been the same without Luis’s expert guidance. Excellent value, both price wise and time wise. Highly recommend!"

A magnificent time in Portugal

"Simply put, Sandra, with No Map Tours, is the best!!! My husband and I selected the Private Tour of Sintra, Cascais and Pena Palace. Her profound knowledge of Portugal’s rich and diverse history and command of multiple languages is truly impressive. Above all, she was at all times extremely friendly, professional and welcoming. It is without any reservations that we highly recommend their services."

Excellent Day Trip

"Our group of six had a fantastic day out with Sandra, who was knowledgable, helpful and friendly. We enjoyed a perfect mix of sites that shed light on different aspects of Portugese culture and informed us about successive eras in this country’s rich history. I would recommend No Map Tours to anyone looking for an interesting and extremely convenient way to explore this part of Portugal. Our group included children (ages 9 & 12) as well as grandparents (70s) and everyone had a lovely time."

Lisbon

"Our family had a tour of Sintra along with Lisbon. Our tour guide, Luis, was outstanding. Very personable as well as super knowledgeable. Wow would highly recommend Luis and this tour to anyone."

Fantastic guide in Luis!!

"We had the pleasure of having Luis as our tour guide yesterday. He was such an amazing guide taking us to visit the Pene Palace and touring Sinatra. He also took us to the western tip of Europe and to the lighthouse at Cabo Da Roca. We then went on to the quaint little town of Cascais where we walked around the shops. He also recommended the best restaurant…Maritimo where we had the best food since we were in Portugal. His knowledge of the places we visited where with full of detail. He obviously has a passion for the work he does…it shows. I must say one of the most amazing things he did was show his patience and compassion for one of our friends on the tour who is loosing her eyesight. He was so helpful with her and making sure she was well taken care of throughout our tour….for this we were ever so appreciative!!"

Excellent service!

"Louis was the BEST guide. He was very informative and accommodating to us. He even gave great recommendations for all of the places we visited. To top it all off, we had a mishap with our luggage at the airport when we arrived the day prior. Louis, without hesitation, took us to the airport to talk to the airline and waited for us until we were finished. I highly recommend using Louis for your Portugal tours."

Great Trip

"Great trip! Our guide was very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend this tour. Even though it was raining, we had a wonderful time."

The van we rode in for both tours was very comfortable and perfect for our family of five

"We did two tours, one of Lisbon and one of Cintra, and both were incredible! Very informative. Beautiful sites on both tours, including a drive along the coastline from Cintra back to Lisbon where we saw forts from the 1500s and beautiful scenic ocean views."

Fantastic, no map tours...

"Fantastic, no map tours Sandra was very good Took us to stop’s not on our original itinerary like Belan for the best pastries."

Private guide is the only way to go!

"An unbelievable experience! I have visited a lot of European castles, but this one is quite unique in that it houses original furnishings right down to small items, artwork, and family photos. I felt like I was walking in someone’s house, and our guide said that the meticulous record-keeping of all the artifacts made it so they safely survived with the actual property. This is not to be missed. Best day of our trip, and make sure to hire a private guide."

Perfect tour to see Sintra and Cascais

"Louis was the ideal tour guide, very informative and full of knowledge. The pacing was great, we always had time to see everything and never felt rushed. A thoroughly enjoyable day and would highly recommend."

Incredible, Unforgettable and a Tremendous Tour Guide!

"Sandra made this a perfect day (our only one) in the Lisbon area. From the moment she promptly picked up my husband and me at our hotel, Sandra was smart, funny and informative (as well as an excellent driver) - and a terrific guide. We saw incredible and unforgettable sights and couldn't have asked for more. Thank you Sandra - may 2022 bring only the best to you and your shared company. Rob and I are so very grateful and cannot wait to come back and spend more time in Lisbon and with you!"

The best tour ever!

"Luis he was truly amazing. I can’t believe we’ve done this tour many times in the past and Luis was able to teach us so much! If ever back in Lisbon I will request Luis for sure."

Sintra and Cascais: must see in Portugal!

"We had a great trip: beautiful Pena Palace, elegant Sintra, breathtaking Cape Roca, cozy Cascais. Our guide Sandra was super professional and friendly, it was a great day to remember."

Great tour guide, superb vehicle and itinerary

"Sandra was our tour guide and she is absolutely amazing. She arrived on time, and very knowledgeable. She was also very patient and answered all the questions from the kids too. The vehicle is very clean and comfortable. We followed her recommendation for lunch and it was simply amazing. We are super happy with her and definitely recommends booking this tour!"

Perfect tour

"A perfect day exploring outside the city. Highest complements to Sandra for her attention to detail, knowledge and wonderful personality. The vehicle was clean and she was an excellent driver. I would highly recommend this tour and guide to anyone interested."

"The tour was excellent."

Excellent private tour with Luis

"My mom and I went on this private tour with Luis. My mom has some walking difficulties, but Luis went out of his way to help us be as comfortable as possible. The tour of Sintra was excellent, and Luis offered great recommendations throughout the day for famous local delicacies and restaurants. He was very knowledgeable and kept us informed from beginning about everything we saw. Also very reasonably priced for a private tour! Highly recommend."

Exceptional Tour with Luis!

"We were a group of four people with limited time in Lisbon on vacation. The best thing we did to make the most of our time was book this tour with Luis. As soon as he introduced himself, we knew we were in the best hands. He fully explained the history and background of everything we did and saw, shared many entertaining stories, and strived to ensure that we had the best possible experience at every stop of this journey. Luis is clearly an experienced, knowledgable, and professional tour guide and we are sincerely grateful to him for this incredible experience!"

The best day of our entire 7 day trip to Portugal was this tour with Luis!

"TL;DR: Stop your search for a Tour to Sintra and Cascais and book this tour with No Map Tours immediately! This is the one! This was THE BEST experience we've had with a tour...ever. You will not find a more friendly, learned, detailed tour guide than Luis....he is professional, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable and made this a one of a kind experience for us. Luis is also extremely flexible...giving us free time during the tour to take it all in at our own pace. He explained everything in detail and there wasn't a question we had that went unanswered. Overall a top notch experience that you will never forget!"

Worth every Euro!

"Luis was an excellent tour guide and this tour was an unforgettable experience. We saw everything we could wish for and more and we also had ample "exploring time" while staying on schedule. If I ever book a Lisbon based tour again, I would request Luis in a heartbeat. We had such a great time!"

Fantastic Day with Luis

"Absolutely blown away by this great experience. Me, my husband, my best friend and her boyfriend were in Lisbon for a few days and we wanted to check out this tour. There are so so many private tours to Sintra from lisbon out there but this is the one you have to book. We were lucky enough to get Luis as our guide and he was SPECTACULAR. We can’t stop raving about him. He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and so helpful. Overall the sweetest most genuine guide out there. He was prompt in picking us up and was full of information. The day was great we had ample time at each stop and had Luis to guide us. He really knows everything about Portugal. Overall it was fantastic and we are so grateful for such a memorable experience!"

Our tour guide, Sandra, was wonderful

"Our tour guide, Sandra, was wonderful. Sandra is very knowledgeable with the rich history of the region and beyond, which added great context and perspective to the breathtaking views and architectures. This tour comes highly recommended and I’m glad we opt for the private option. We had a wonderful time. Thank you so much."

Great Day with Sandra

"We had an excellent tour of the palaces in Sintra with Sandra. Sandra is an excellent guide who balances letting you explore along with her deep knowledge of the locations. I'll also give mention to her incredibly comfortable car which made the journey between locations very relaxed."

Super amazing

"Luis was really amazing paying attention to every detail and was very professional. He gave us enough time on our own also."

Highly recommend!

"This was a lovely tour that we went on! Luis was fun, knowledgeable and very patient as we asked a lot of questions - he also got us everywhere on time, explained what everything was & gave us some amazing recommendations for places to eat in Cascais & in Sintra! Highly recommend for a private historical experience!"

A great day with Sandra

"Our original reservation was for a half day tour to Fatima. The night before the tour we contacted the company and asked if we could add Sintra and Cascais in the afternoon. Sandra responded within the hour and rearranged her schedule to accommodate our wishes. We had a great day with Sandra who kept us informed and entertained all day. You will not go wrong if you book a tour with Sandra."

A perfect day!

"What a great day!!! Our guide, Luis, was awesome… very knowledgeable and professional. My favorite part of the day was visiting the town of Cascais. I didn’t know what to expect and was totally charmed by the town. I also loved visiting the western most point in Europe. The scenery was beautiful and it felt so peaceful. And of course, Pena Palace and Cintra were wonder. Truly a fantastic day!"

Magical day!

"We had an excellent private tour of Sintra and Cascais with a super informed, friendly and flexible.
Great recommendations given for lunch on the tour in Cascais as well. Definitely recommend it!"

Magical day!

"We had an excellent private tour of Sintra and Cascais with a super informed, friendly and flexible.
Great recommendations given for lunch on the tour in Cascais as well. Definitely recommend it!"

5*

"Communication from your office was excellent, prompt and informative. Appreciate being picked up at the hotel and the fact that admission fees were included. Sandra was very good- pleasant and informative. She frequently asked us what we wanted to do at various points rather then having a fixed agenda. Lots of walking up and down and she incorporated short rests for explanation at some points. Recommend highly and without reservation."

Great trip

"I absolutely loved it. Our tour guide was Sandra, she was very nice and had rich knowledge. She let us have time to walk around to take pictures in each of the places we went to! I loved that we went at our pace. we weren’t rushed at all and we took our time! I’m very happy that we did a private tour instead of a group tour. I would definitely do a private tour with this company. We left around 8am and came back around 4pm. I would definitely recommend this tour if your looking for a fun all day tour. They gave us cold water, extra masks, and even WIFI in the car!! These people are so kind and nice!! We even got dropped off and picked up at our hotel!! 5/5 stars!!"

Great way to spend a day

"Luis was a wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history and stories of the areas we explored and was more than happy to answer any questions we had along the way.
Additionally, No Map Tours was very responsive throughout the booking process and worked with us on pickup/dropoff location."

Perfect tour with perfect guide

"Luis Oliveira was our amazing guide on this tour. His English is excellent and his knowledge of history, great—he knows how to tell good stories! Luis is a very safe driver—we felt so relaxed in the car with him. We appreciated the details: of trying his favorite pastry in Sintra, his delicious restaurant suggestion and his many stops for my photo takes ☺️. He went above and beyond to make our tour perfect for us, as we were interested in seeing specific neighborhoods, which we really appreciated. We highly recommend this tour with Luis!"

Fantastic trip and tour guide

"Great experience, well organized and with a balanced schedule to enjoy all locations. We had an absolutely fantastic guided visit at the Pena Palace (what an iconic landmark!) with our guide Luis. Totally recommend!"

Great day trip

"I chose this guided tour as taking bus/train to Sintra and changing to local bus to reach each castle seemed too long and tiring...and i don't regret my choice!! only 20minutes in a confortable car, and we were there! We had Sandra, a super professinal and friendly guide, she knew every detail about Sintra and the castles, spoke in an English fluent but easy to understand. She took us also to a local lunch spot out of touristic area, the restaurant there was amazing, nice terras and food. Good choice. bravo (^O^)v You pay a certain budget for the tour indeed but knowing all the history behind the visiting places makes your journey hundred times more interesting than just walking and taking pictures. So...recommended!!"

Great day trip

"An excellent day trip with a knowledgeable and friendly guide who easily adapted to our interests and how much time we wanted to spend in each place. I don’t usually take guided tours but this one was definitely worth it."

Amazing tour company and guide!

"The tour was everything I hoped for and more. Luis, my guide, was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. I have back issues and he always offered help when I was getting out of the car, he even carried my bag for me! I took the private half-day tour and saw so much, his advice on where to go was just perfect, he showed me the main sites in Lisbon. It was a very pleasant experience, will definitely look for him again next time i'm in Lisbon!"

Amazing Sintra

"Amazing place in Sintra and what made it perfect is our expert friendly tour guide Luiz from No Map Tours."

Fantastic Tour Guide

"Great tour and tour guide. Perfect way to see the Pena Palace. Perfect English, knowledgeable, happy to answer all of our questions. Rare opportunity to see things without struggling in the crowds."

Highly recommended!

"The tour was well organised. We were in a very small group, the van was comfortable and our guide Luis was one of the best ever, really knowledgeable and friendly. Sintra is very mystical, I especially enjoyed Regaleira and the link between Pena palace and the history of England. Highly recommended!"

Iconic sights with an iconic guide!

"I went with a friend and really enjoyed it. The tour was well worth it, it covered a lot, the guide offered a great deal of information and facts about Lisbon and the places we were seeing."

Perfect Cultural Day

"You get to visit three amazing monasteries in just one day, in a wonderful tour with a great guide. I searched for ways to tour all sites on my own but getting to do all three in one day with guide was my best decision ever. Totally worth it."

Amazing private day trip

"What an amazing day trip from Lisbon! We had Luis as our tour guide. He got us to each location safe and sound and explained the history behind each location. I swear he knows everything there is to know about the Pena Palace! And was a blast to spend the day with. We will definitely be recommending this tour to our friends back home."

Book Sandra for Sintra!!!

"My husband and I had a FABULOUS full day tour with Sandra and her husband Luis. Both are knowledgeable, fun to spend the day with, and have a great sense of humor:) We did the Sintra/Cascais tour, which was amazing, but they would be equally terrific for other tours. If you can afford the extra $, it was very convenient to have Luis drive and worry about parking, so Sandra could take us directly to the sites and get the tours going. (Honeymooners should ask for the Tour Romantica:)) Enjoy!"

The best tour in Portugal!

"We have booked plenty of tours in Portugal and this one was by far the best! Amazing places, amazing guide. Regaleira is a must (uphill walking needed) and the palace is a living history. We really enjoyed that our guide came in with us and gave a guided tour inside. My wife and I thourougly enjoyed it. Five stars!"

Great, perfect hassle-free tour

"We were lucky to have Sandra who was such a great guide. She picked us up promptly at our hotel in Lisbon, in a spotless Mercedes van with wifi and microphone (everybody in our group of three couples listened perfectly). At the Pena Palace, she already had our tickets and took us on a phenomenal inside-out guided tour. At Cascais, so glad we took her recommendation and had the best seafood meal of our lives. Amazing!"

Great day trip from Lisbon

"A great way to see many different locations in one day. Awsome tour with lots of information about all three stops. Batalha was incredible. The trip was an amazing experience."

Book Sandra for Sintra!!!

"WOW! If you're reading this review because you're considering booking this tour, my recommendation is to JUST DO IT! Sandra and Luis are the Dynamic Duo. Although Luis was the "driver" for the tour and Sandra was the Guide, they both are extremely well versed in the history of the area - and extremely personable too. There were four of us in the group, and we were picked up in a Mercedes mini-van at our hotel. Sandra was our guide, and she provided an outstanding overview and history of the sites we saw. She gave us plenty of time to explore and take pictures at every stop. Now here's a tip to consider: Book the tour with separate driver and guide like we did. Why? Because Sandra was free to escort us at each stop while Luis focused on locating parking spots along the route. It's the most efficient use of time and it was nice to have her with us when touring the Pena Castle. We enjoyed it and we think you will too."

Sintra and Cascais tour with driver and guide

"We highly recommend this tour with Sandra and Luis. It was outstanding. We were a group of four, and we were picked up in Mercedes mini-van at our hotel. Sandra was our guide, and used a headset with microphone to talk with us on the drive to our locations. She provided an outstanding overview and history of the sites we saw, and gave us plenty of time to explore and take pictures. We opted for the tour with separate driver and guide and so glad we did. Sandra escorted us everywhere, while Luis was able to deal with the parking. An efficient use of time and it was nice to have her with us when touring the Pena Castle. Well worth the money. Highly recommend!"

Amazing historical day tour

"I would definitively recommend this tour to anyone who visits Lisbon. Our friendly guide shared a lot of information and history. Tomar was my favorite monastery to visit since I am into ancient Templars history."

Day trip from Lisbon

"Our guide, Sandra, was very knowledgeable and personable. She added so much to our tour of the Pena Palace and the towns of Sintra and Cascais. Their was time allotted to do some exploring on your own. Food recommendations for mid morning snack and lunch were suburb. The driver, Luis, made you feel comfortable and the van was very clean."

Great Day Trip!

"We did a private day trip with Luis to Sintra and Cascais. The whole day was great, despite the rain. Luis was a great guide, very knowledgeable and personable. We went into Pena Palace and really enjoyed that he came in with us and gave a guided tour. A lot of the tour companies we researched only take you and do not go in with you. A good balance between a guided tour and free time to explore throughout the day. We also went to downtown Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais for lunch. Highly recommend to anyone doing a day trip from Lisbon!"

Had a great family experience!

"We recently took a private tour of Sintra Palace and a visit to Cascais. No Map Tours was quickly responsive to our emails, and accommodated all of our needs for the tour, including car seats. Our tour guide and driver, Luis Oliveira could not have been friendlier or more knowledgeable about the areas we visited and their history. He was also very flexible with the needs of our small children. We had so much fun, and also learned a lot! Highly recommend No Map Tours!"

Fabulous tour guide

"The Pena Palace is breathtaking and majestic. From the begining to the end, the tour was well organized, the guide fabulous and the itinerary wonderful."

You MUST book with Sandra and Luis!!

"We met Sandra and Luis last year for several tours -- they are THE BEST! I sent some friends to them when they travelled to Lisbon in May -- and last week, I was thrilled to return to Lisbon and meet Sandra for a great tour of Setubal and Evora. You will feel like you are with old friends. It's like the "untour" tour-- like your Portugese cousins are showing you around."

Private Tour of the Monasteries North Of Lisbon

"Reached out to No Map Tours for a private tour of Tomar, Batalha and Alcobaça as the “usual” day trips to the area did not cover all three and tend to include places not on our agenda. We’re able to work out arrangements and payment without a hitch and Sandra arrived at our hotel early for what proved to be a highlight of our trip to Lisbon. Sandra was professional in all respects and very knowledgeable and informative about Portugal and its history. Her English is excellent and she was very adaptable to our requests, priorities. Everything was according to program and we would happily book another excursion with No Map Tours."

Phenomenal tour!

"We had a wonderful tour with our guide, Sandra. She was knowledgeable, a very good story teller, and the van was spotless. There was also time to stroll around Sintra, the Pena Palace and Regaleira. Phenomenal!"

Highly recommended

"We took two tours with No Map Tours when we visited Lisbon, both guides were excellent, knowledgeable, with obvious passion about their jobs. We learned so much about the history of Lisbon and got to see all main sites. Highly recommended!"

Stress Free Way to Explore

"Hands down, this was our best decision to book a private tour with No Map Tours. It was worth every Euro we paid to have a knowledgeable guide pick us up directly from our hotel and take us to each of the sites. Our guide Luis was knowledgeable and kind, making every minute of our journey as comfortable and interesting as possible. Should we find ourselves in Lisbon again, we would definitely book another tour."

Amazing Private Tour

"We had a great tour! Luis was awesome! We were traveling with a small child, and they provided a car seat and were very accommodating."

Highly recommended

"We are really happy with No Map Tours. Our driver made the journey very enjoyable. The stop in Fátima was a dream come true and we even had a wonderful lunch in Aveiro."

Great trip!

"Luis, our guide picked us early so we could avoid the lines at the Pena Palace. Luis is very knowledgeable and provided a great commentary on what we were seeing. His English is very good and he was able to answer all my questions. A well thought out itinerary, enough time everywhere we visited without feeling pressured. It was nice to do it at our pace and not be at the mercy of a group. Organized and professional. Highly reccomend this group and Luis especially."

Absolutely Fantastic Day with Sandra

"My husband and I had a full day private tour of Sintra and Cascais with Sandra on November 6, 2019. It was one of our favorite days during our 6-day trip traveling through Portugal. Sandra picked us up early at our hotel so we could be among the first visitors to Palacio Nacional de Peña. On our drive to the palace in her impeccably clean car, she provided detailed historical background information that really helped us enjoy our visit so much more. She also accompanied us for about half our our time there to continue our education, and then gave us another hour to walk the grounds on our own. We then enjoyed a trip down the hill to explore the charming town of Sintra where we shopped and enjoyed coffee and pastry at Piriquita. We loved our brief stop at Cabo da Roca to enjoy the views of the rugged coastline and then continued on to Cascais where we had an incredible lunch and wandered the streets of this charming seaside town. Finally, Sandra drove us back to our hotel and told us more interesting stories and history as we drove. She was a perfect guide, very friendly and helpful but not overly intrusive. Her English is excellent so there were no difficulties in communication. This private tour was worth every penny we spent on it and we would recommend No Map Tours and this tour in particular to anyone traveling in the Lisbon area!"

WOW! Best guide and tour experience EVER!

"Luis Oliveira requested that we begin out tour very early ... we soon realized why. Luis arrive in a new car with a big sunroof, and off we went. Luis started providing us with pertinent facts about various sights we were driving by. We made it to the castle of Pena and we were virtually at the front of the line ... the early departure paid off. Luis provided just the right amount of history.
Quick drive (Luis is a very safe and courteous driver) to Cabo da Roca, Luis gave us a short history lesson then we walked around and took pics.
On to Cascius ... beautiful little city.
Back our front door of the hotel. Fantastic day. Thank you Luis"

Best tour of our trip

"Sandra made it a great day from the minute she picked us up. She gave us the history of each of the monasteries in a way that kept us all interested. She helped with all our special request and never made us feel rushed. You will be glad if you use Sandra(No Map Tours)."

Very good service

"Driver on time, even two minutes early, clean car with wi-fi. They sent a reminder email the day before. Very good service."

Great day

"Great guides who led us on a perfect day seeing the Sinatra-Cascais-coastline. Sandra and Luis were wonderful guides."

All Day, Private Tour of Sintra and Cascais

"We were a party of 5 who took this private No Map Tours excursion to Sintra and Cascais. Sandra, our driver/guide provided a running commentary en route to Sintra.
We were picked up at 8:15 so that we arrived at Pena Palace before it got crowded. We were able to enter Pena Palace without standing in line as she provided pre-purchased tickets for both Palace entry and the shuttle from the parking lot. She accompanied us through our Palace visit providing a wealth of historical information. After our Palace visit she dropped us at the town square with instructions where to find the famous "Pillow Pastry" and shops to visit. She took us on a guided excursion up the coast to Cascais where we had a fabulous seafood lunch - the Tiger Prawns were particularly inviting. She dropped us back at our AirBnb after an 8 hour day which was the perfect amount of time. So nice to have a private tour which actually didn't cost much more than a semi-private tour. Highly recommend No Map Tours for this experience and Sandra was the BEST!"

Excellent tour of Sintra and Cascais

"Sandra and Louis were excellent tour guides who were very knowledgeable about history and architecture but also knew how to efficiently navigate the popular sights. We would not hesitate to use their services again and would highly recommend No Map Tours."

Terrific tour - Great Guide!

"Sandra was terrific about communicating prior to our meeting for the tour. My husband and I met early on a Sunday morning. Luis was our very personable driver. Getting to Sintra just when the palace opened was great as we had no lines. On the ride from Lisbon we heard much about the history of Portugal. We had many general questions about life in Portugal which resulted in interesting conversation with Sandra. She accommodated our desire to visit a site not on the tour. We decided to cut some time out of or visit to Cascais and that was fine for everyone. She directed us to the best patiserie in Sintra for snack. On to the cliffs and lighthouse and then lunch in Cascais. We appreciated time alone for lunch and exploring a bit. They were both highly personable and knowledgable and the day was memorable. We highly recommend this tour."

A Wonderful Day With Sandra and Luis

"I explained our hopes and priorities in emails with Sandra and left the rest to her. She managed to get a lot into our 7+ hours of time in port. She warned us that, since we could not get started before 0900, getting an inside tour of the Pena Palace would be impossible without standing in line. So, she purchased tickets for an outside tour of the palace. By the time we could get to the palace the lines to get inside were enormous. We would have spent well over an hour of our limited time in port standing there. Instead, Sandra gave us a throughly excellent and informative tour of the exterior of the castle. The place is spectacular.
Then we went back down to the town of Sintra and had the chance to walk around and shop with thousands of other tourists. We’d expressed an interest in learning about Port, so Sandra took us to a small wine shop where we proceeded to taste at least 8 different ports — one was an 1815 vintage which retailed for $3000 a bottle. We learned a lot. We drank a lot. And we spent a lot (no-not on the $3000 bottle.).
Next, we were off to Cascais for a nice lunch and quick look at the town. Then a return to Lisbon on the coast road. Upon arriving in Lisbon, we got quick looks at several of the iconic sites before Luis masterfully negotiated the traffic and returned us to our ship.
Sandra and Louis are smart, knowledgeable and great companions. I recommend their services in the strongest possible terms."

Excellent service, would recommend

"Friendly and knowledgeable driver. The stop at Óbidos was a truly delight. Excellent service, would recommend."

Very enjoyable!

"We really enjoyed Sandra and Luis’s tour and strongly recommend. Good suggestions. Thank you so much!"

Excellent tour

"Luiz was our tour guide and he did a wonderful job! Prompt in the morning. Trust his schedule you think you need more time but it was just right everytime. He gave us a good information and walked us to all sites then allotted us time to enjoy. Very friendly and kind. My gradmother has slowed down and he never rushed us. Excellant , thank you Luiz!!"

Sandra and Luis A MUST as your tour guides!!!!

"Luis and Sandra provided us with one of the most enjoyable tours we have taken in a long time.
As a tour guide, Sandra was extremely knowledgeable of Sintra's history and its castles. She provided such a vivid description of many details, making it almost possible to travel back in time!
In addition, Sandra's suggestions for a taste of Portuguese food and some shopping in Cascais were right on target!
Luis' driving skills, were admirable considering the many narrow and crowded roads we went thru.
We ABSOLUTELY recommend this duo for your private tour of Sintra and Cascais."

Luis is a fantastic guide

"We are a family of 3, with an 11 year old. We spent a wonderful day with Luis to tour Sintra and Cascais. Luis provided the perfect amount of detail about each of the sites. His restaurant recommendations were great. His calm and welcoming demeanor made for an enjoyable afternoon. He also did well to engage my son throughout the day, including a gelato shop recommendation! We highly recommend Luis and this private tour. This tour is great if you seek a private guided experience. I did not feel the need for the second guide, but if you are not comfortable on your own walking around in a small town, then you may opt for that selection. English has been widely spoken in the sites we visited."

Great tour led by great people

"It took us more than thirty hours door to door to get to Lisbon from L.A. due to late flights, misconnections, and a jet engine that wouldn’t start. And to add insult to injury, our luggage didn’t arrive when we finally did. But bright and early the next morning we met our guide Sandra and her driver husband, Luis for our full day visit to Sintra and Casca, and suddenly all was good again.
Sandra is a terrific guide. Her English is great, her personality sunny, her historic knowledge off the charts. We really enjoyed our tour of the castle in Sintra; Sandra timed our pickup so we would be among the first people to arrive there, which resulted in us avoiding the gigantic lines we encountered when we left. But the highlight of the day was Cascais; we hope to come back soon for an extended beach holiday there. It’s a wonderful town.
Our day with Sandra and Luis was, in short wonderful... topped only by our baggage finally showing up at our hotel shortly after our tour ended."

Awesome day!

"Sandra and Luis were amazing. Courteous and well informed, they couldn’t have been more accommodating. The day was well planned out and their strategy of getting to the Pena Palace early was spot on as the lines became enormous very quickly. Pacing was good, their vehicle was immaculate and comfortable for 4 people. Both of them were obviously well educated and love their job and the sites we visited. Thanks for a wonderful day!"

Beautiful Sinatra and Cascais

"We had a wonderful day with Sandra and Luis! Sandra had a wealth of knowledge about the Pena Palace and Luis drove us there before the crowds arrived. The drive along the Portugal Riviera was stunning and we had a fantastic lunch at a restaurant recommended by Sandra.Superb day!"

Great day out!

"Sandra and Luiz were great tour guides. They are both friendly and provided just the right amount of history. We were happy to be first in line for the Pena Palace and got there right as the palace opened to beat the crowds. The palace shouldn’t be missed. The views are amazing! The visit with Old Town Sintra was the perfect break; grab a coffee and a Portuguese pastry. The trip to Cascais for lunch was also enjoyable."

Great day out!

"Sandra and Luiz were great tour guides. They are both friendly and provided just the right amount of history. We were happy to be first in line for the Pena Palace and got there right as the palace opened to beat the crowds. The palace shouldn’t be missed. The views are amazing! The visit with Old Town Sintra was the perfect break; grab a coffee and a Portuguese pastry. The trip to Cascais for lunch was also enjoyable."

Fantastic day!

"We had a wonderful day with Sandra and Luis. Sandra was an amazing guide who provided a lot of good information. She is very knowledgeable! We saw a lot, but in a relaxed way. Didn't feel rushed and Sandra had great tips on where to eat, shop, etc along the way.
We were originally planning to go to Sintra on our own and are SO happy that we booked this tour!! Don't hesitate. Book direct through No Map Tours website for a great rate!"

Amazing Tour by Sandra and Luis!

"We had a wonderful half day tour of Lisbon. Very informative and fun. We learned so much and can't believe what we were able to see in just 4 hours! Highly recommend for an amazing private tour."

An excellent tour!

"Our guide, Luis, was wonderful, knowledgeable, personable, organized and very efficient. We were able to see all of the landmarks we had planned. We would highly recommend Luis, should anyone wish to choose a tour!"

Sandra is the best!

"Had a private tour with Sandra. She is just the best. Very intellectual. Knows her craft. Drives well too! She gives you enough information to know about the history, about the culture of the area. Accommodating with all my questions and made sure I got back at my hotel on time. What more could you ask for? :)"

Fantastic tour of 3 UNESCO heritage monasteries. Highly recommended!

"Our family of five adults (two seniors and three adult children) went with Sandra on a private tour of the Convento di Cristo, Batalha and Alcobaca. We were really impressed and would book with No Map Tours again in a heartbeat!
The private, clean and comfortable air conditioned van made for a comfortable journey. Sandra was incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Her presentations had the perfect mix of humor and interesting facts about history and art/architecture. She was very accommodating to our requests and had a great suggestion for lunch. It was well worth the money spent and we really wish we had booked her for our previous day trip to Sintra. Thanks so much for fantastic day!"

Portugal Beyond Lisbon

"This was a perfect way to see Portugal away from the big city. Pena Palace is a must see and having Sandra, our guide, take us with skip the line tickets was the only way to go and worth every penny. Sandra and Luis, our driver, were top notch, making the day fun and interesting. They made us feel like welcomed guests in their beautiful country and were most attentive to our needs. We highly recommend this day trip."

Great day. First class guides.

"Very accommodating and informative. Great flow to the day and plenty of family time alone to explore on our own. Highly recommend. They are kind and she knows her stuff! We learned so much Portuguese history during the Pena Palace tour and the lunch in Cascais was delicious. Worth the money for sure!"

Great day!

"We spent a wonderful day today on a private tour with Sandra and Nelson to the Palace at Sintra and the surrounding town, plus Cabo de Roca (western most point in Europe), and Cascais. What a great day. Sandra timed it perfectly so we beat the crowds at the palace. She gave us an incredibly informative tour of the history of the site and the Portuguese monarchy. There was also time for us to walk around on our own. We had some great photo ops before the crowds came in and didn’t have to rush. We then proceeded to the town of Sintra where Sandra recommended an amazing pastry shop and again let us wander on our own. In Cabo de Roca she made sure our valuables were secured, as this is a big pick pocket area. It was a great and windy view! Finally we drove down the coast to Cascais. Sandra gave us three restaurant recommendations for lunch and one for gelato, then gave us time to meander through the town. Everything was at our pace, no rush. Finally we drove back along the coast into Lisbon. All in all, a great day with a very informative host. She welcomed all kinds of general questions about Portugal. She is fabulous, and Nelson is great as well. He is a ver safe and friendly driver. Strongly recommend!!"

Could not have asked for a better tour of Sintra

"We spent a day with Sandra as she guided us through the royal castles of Sintra, the seaside town of Cascais, and Cabo da Roca. Throughout the trip, she filled us in on the history, culture, and current events in and around the different sites we visited. She is deeply knowledged, engaging, and caring (we traveled with a 83-year old family member). Since we were also big foodies, we gave us great suggestions for both dessert and lunch whenever we stopped. And no, her restaurant choices were not some commission-based tourist traps. They were solid local favs. She was also a great planner, making sure we arrive in time at certain locations to avoid crowds and that we get the most of our time at each location. All in all, Sandra was amazing and we were really glad she was our guide in Lisbon."

Marvelous Tour

"Luis picked us up as agreed and off we headed on a lovely trip to the Pena Palace in Sintra, which that day was unusually shrouded in fog. This did not dampen our spirits in the least. Luis is a fabulous guide, very knowledgeable, with a delightful dry sense of humour and an excellent mastery of English! He can manouevre the narrowest roads and tightest parking spaces and never get ruffled! Luis is very accommodating and adapts to the customer”s wishes whenever feasible. Following the visit of the beautifully eclectic Palace, we arrived at the old walled town of Sintra with its quaint little stores and the best pastry shop this side of heaven - Casa Piriquita with its mouth-watering “Travesseiros”. Next was the rugged and sandy coastline past Guincho Beach down to Cascais with Luis pointing out all the highlights along the way. At Cascais we had a delicious seafood lunch and strolled through the old town, picking up some Portuguese tiles and other items. Estoril was next along the route of the Portuguese Riviera. Luis indicated the grand old homes with their storied past and the casino which inspired Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale. Returning to Lisbon along the banks of the Tejo, he gave us other sightseeing tips and ideas.
We definitely had a lovely, informative and fun tour with Luis.
Muito Obrigadas!!"

Surreal Fatima Tour!

"Luis and Sandra did a splendid job giving my family and I a tour. They were very knowledgeable and they had a great sense of humor! They went over and beyond catering to my family and I's needs and am sure they do the same for other tourists as well! This Fatima tour is one of a kind & highly recommended, just like the tour guides, Luis & Sandra."

Private Tour to Sintra and Cascais

"Sandra and Luis were a great team as guide and driver. Sandra was very knowledgeable and gave just the right amount of information. We were picked up on time, got to the Pena Palace early before the crowds. We felt well taken care of and very safe. I highly recommend them both!"

Knowledgeable and passionate guide

"We were fortunate as a group of 4 to secure the service of Sandra & Louis as our tour guides today.
The depth of Sandra’s knowledge in both the history and architecture of Lisbon is undoubtedly excellent and no matter what questions we asked they were answered extensively.
I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone wanting to know more about the city of Lisbon."

Sintra and Cascais

"What a wonderful day we had with Sandra and Louis. Right from the beginning it was easy to deal with No Map Tours.
Communication was clear and reminders sent. We were picked up early to beat the rush at Pena Palace, which we’re glad happened. The tour and information was terrific. We then went to old Sintra. We were taken to the most westerly point in continental Europe, this was wonderful and views spectacular.
Cascais was very interesting and we enjoyed and great lunch.
All of this was enjoyed with Louis driving and talking and Sandra giving us interesting information. The small Mercedes van was so comfortable and with only myself, my husband, our son and daughter in law on the tour it was very intimate.
Great tour."

Family vacation

"This review was long due... We visited Lisbon in March 2019 end and had prebooked 3 tours with No Maps from Mumbai. Our contact person was Sandra. We planned the Sintra Cascais private tour, Nazare Obidos Convent of Christ Day tour and Evora Setubal Private tour. All of our three days of experience with Sandra was absolutely fantastic. She was extremely helpful and knowledgeable in conducting the tours. Also there was always this personal touch given at times of planning food stops, as there were some vegetarian eaters in our group. So all in all she ensured that all of us were comfortable throughout. Even when we had plans for a 2 day trip to Porto, she helped us in booking train tickets and also a one way drop by road at the eleventh hour. I would definitely recommend them on your visit to Lisbon if you want a hassle free near comprehensive experience of exploring in and around Lisbon."

Fatima

"Luis was an outstanding guide. He made our experience at Fatima special. He is extremely knowledgeable and kind."

Lisbon 1/2 day

"Sandra and John picked us up (4 friends) at our airbnb and took us for the most amazing trip around Lisbon. We saw stunning views of the City, Beautiful monuments and gorgeous cathedrals. We got a really fell for the city. We had warm pastries at Pasteis de Belem!!!
They were incredible informative and recommended the most delicious seafood restaurant a few blocks from our apartment! They helped us fall in love with Portugal! I would highly recommended them"

Wonderful experience

"We had a wonderful experience getting to know Lisbon, our guide was amazing. So knowledgeable, funny and charming. Would highly recommend for any traveler."

FASCINATING VIEWS AND TOP-NOTCH SERVICE

"We have done 5 days' private tour with No Map Tours in Lisbon.
Sandra and Luis are amazing and we learnt a lot of Portuguese history; culture and cuisine from them (may not remember the history part but sure on the food/wine part - will never forget the Cataplana and pastries of Belem) !
Their Van/ Car was very clean.
Sintra and Cascais - Pena Palace/ park is a must ! We should have few days here covering all the Sintra Pena park...
Obidos; Tomar Convent of Christ; Monasteries of Batalha and Alcobaca has taken our breath away!
The Manueline window at Convent of Christ is a magnificent art piece ! And the history on Knights Templar was amazing ...
My husband and I highly recommend all the private tours with Sandra and Luis !"

Fantastic Tour - A Definate Must Do!

"We booked this tour on a recent trip and were so pleased we did. Sandra and Luis are brilliant company and have so much knowledge of the areas visited which made it really interesting Sintra and Cascais and both beautiful and well worth visiting. Full of history and beautiful scenery. The day flew by and we had a lot of laughs along the way........."

Perfect Day!

"We spent the day exploring the beautiful world of Sintra with Sandra and Louis. Enchanting castles, mystical well, crashing waves and a charming ocean side town. What a perfect ending to our time in Portugal. We highly, highly, highly recommend No Map Tours. The experience was excellent from start to finish. One of the best private tours we have had. Thank you Sandra and Louis"