Portugal · CASCAIS TOURS & ACTIVITIES
Good cascais tours & activities fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they actually differ.
Two hours of surf lessons in Cascais with small groups, wetsuits and boards provided, and coaching aimed at catching your first wave.
“Antonio was a great instructor who made it feel easy going. Everyone in the lesson got up on the surf board atleast a few times. I would recommend this surf lesson to all beginners looking to have some fun in the sun and learn to catch their first few waves!”
1.5-hour Cascais sunset cruise with welcome drinks, Tamariz Beach and Boca do Inferno photo stops, and guided coastal sights.
“Wonderful sunset boat cruise with family. Beautiful views of the coast line and the sunset. The captain and crew really made the trip memorable.”
Private Sintra day trip with Pena Palace guided visit, Colares lunch, Colares wine tasting, and Cabo da Roca views.
“We had an amazing time on our tour with Jorge! I had mentioned to the tour company that I would be travelling with my 80 year-old grandmother who has a walker, and they made us feel 100% welcomed and that we had nothing to worry about at all. It worked out that my family was the only group on the tour, so we were able to go at our own pace. Jorge was extremely patient and helpful with my grandmother and provided great tips/information on where to take the best pictures and the history of Portugal and all the sites were were visiting. He advised on whether the walk would…”
A 2-hour dolphin-watching speedboat from Cascais Marina, focused on wild dolphins, whales, and seabirds with a respectful crew.
“the guide was excellent. We saw dolphins, we enjoyed a fast ride on the waves and we all had a good time. I was impressed with the attention the guide gave to a passenger who felt sea sick. The guide was attentive and took time to talk to the guest to help them focus on something other than the movement. The tour was also very respectful of the sea and the animals. It was clear that preserving the experience for generations of dolphins and people was a priority.”
A 2-hour beginner surf lesson in Cascais near Lisbon, led by a certified coach with wetsuit gear, insurance, and small-group attention.
“Well organized and great instructors! A must do activity in Portugal”
Beginner Lisbon surf lesson at Carcavelos or Guincho with wetsuit gear, small groups, safety coaching, and real chances to ride.
“Lesson was great and teachers were super nice! Teachers were really good at giving the attention to everyone and it was my first time surfing so they gave great tips and after the lesson started I wasn’t nervous at all!”
Beginner-friendly surf lesson in Carcavelos near Cascais, taught in English with patient instructors. Two hours, small groups, practical coaching.
“We loved our experience! We are first timers :) A couple of thoughts… Be prepared to carry your surfboard a mile down the boardwalk, just in case, because you go where the waves are. Also keep in mind that the waves are seasonal dependent and you may end up with very small waves but the instructors still work with it. We loved learning with Felipe and Marco- they are very patient and encouraging- and we had so much fun rocking our 6 inch waves! Highly recommend you bring someone else to take pictures and videos!”
Fish the Atlantic from Cascais Marina with an expert crew, included gear and bait, and a good shot at snapper, bream, and mackerel.
“It was amzaing! The crew was excellent and the fish were also!”
Small-group beginner surf lesson at Praia de Carcavelos in Cascais, Portugal, with board and wetsuit included, taught in English.
“Wow, great fun! Shame the adults were not as good as the kids learning to surf but great lesson including the warm up burpees”
Learn open-water breathing and calm technique in clear Bay of Cascais water, with a guide, buoy, photos, and post-swim tea.
“Muy buen profesor. Amabilidad y didáctico. Gustav se adapto a horario. Y buen lugar para nadar. Se aconseja si gusta nadar”
Half-day e-bike ride from Sintra Forest to Cascais coast, with Bosch assist, Peninha 360 views, and lunch by Guincho Beach.
“Great to get out of the city. Bicycles in excellent condition. Rodrigo was super friendly and patient. Unfortunately we couldn't do the mountains of Sintra due to fire risk, but Rodrigo adjusted the trip and took us through Cascais - beautiful!”
Learn to surf at Ericeira World Surfing Reserve with Billabong gear included, small groups up to 6, English, about 2 hours.
“Great beginner surf lesson on a beautiful beach. Everything was provided. Super friendly people and Ricardo did a great job explaining and encouraging!”
Relaxed e-bike ride through quiet Cascais and Sintra backroads, reaching Peninha views, coastal cliffs, and Guincho beach lunch.
“Amazing bike ride on small hills and country routes around Cascais. Our offspring are young adults now, 20 and 17 years old; so it was a perfect day out for our family! The route started in Cascais train station, where we met Juliano, our guide, an experienced biker that know very well the region. Our bikes and helmets were ready for us, even with a water bottle on each bike holder. The whole trip took a bit longer than 5 hours but we had several breaks for photos, snacks, fresh water from the natural water fountain from the hills, and lunch in a restaurant by Guincho' beautiful beach. The views…”
Private 2-hour sailing from Cascais with a welcome drink, views of Estoril and Carcavelos, and a flexible crew.
“Great crew and hospitality. It was a great way to spend a couple of hours with my family. Highly recommended”
Private 3 to 4 hour Cascais tour with a local guide and photographer, plus a coastal walk toward Estoril and historic stops. $36 pp.
“A great explanation of how it turned from a sleepy fishing village to a place that has a Porsche dealership rightbon the marina!”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
