Hike in Sintra: Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, Quinta da Regaleira
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Our immersive journey will take you through the heart of Sintra’s enchanting natural beauty and most iconic monuments while uncovering its rich history and culture. I’ve been exploring these trails since I was a child, and I’m passionate about sharing their secrets with visitors. Walking through Sintra’s mountains and it’s monuments is a journey through time. We’ll uncover the region’s spiritual roots, from its ancient sacred sites to the Moorish influences that shaped its landscape.
Along the way, I’ll share my personal perspective on Sintra’s transformation throughout history.
I believe that by connecting with the land and its people, we gain a deeper understanding of a place. That’s why I love leading hikes in Sintra. It’s an opportunity to share my passion for this magical region and to help others create lasting memories.
Join me on this tour and let me show you the true heart of this enchanting place.
7 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
We offer pickup and drop-off services at this adress. The driver will be there at 9 AM so please be there 15 minutes before to make sure if something happens you can still be there on time. In the morning…
Itinerary
- 1Centro Historico de Sintra
We will start the tour with an Introduction to Sintra's history and a walk through Sintra's historical center.
- 2Castelo dos Mouros
Moorish Castle Hiking Trail. We begin the trail in Sintra's historical center and hike up the mountain/forest to the Moorish Castle for our guided visit.
- 3Castelo dos Mouros
Guided visit to Moorish Castle. Learn about the Portuguese-Arabic heritage and the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula and Sintra Mountain.
- 4Park and National Palace of Pena
After our guided visit to Moorish Castle, we will continue walking to Pena Palace
- 5Park and National Palace of Pena
Guided Visit to Pena Palace. Learn the history behind the first and most magnificent piece of romantich archietcture Portugal ever had and discover the impact it had in the development of Sintra has we now know it.
- 6Vila Sassetti
We will walk down this trail until we reach the historical center again and walk to Quinta da Regaleira. Vila Sasseti trail is one of the most iconic trails in this region due to it's exotic vegetation and wilderness. Vila Sasseti it's another romantic property that stands out in the mountain.
- 7Quinta da Regaleira
Guided visit to Quinta da Regaleira. Learn the history and symbolism behind Sintra's most iconic maçonic property.
- 8Sintra National Palace
After Quinta da Regaleira we walk back to meeting point and the tour ends.
What's included
- Guided visit to Moorish Castle.
- Guided visit to Quinta da Regaleira
- Local Tourism Guide
- Guided visit to Pena Palace
- Pickup and Drop off from Lisboa to Sintra and from Sintra back to Lisboa.
- Free acces to forest trails: Moorish Castle and Vila Sasseti walking trail
Not included
- Ticket to enter Moorish Fortress, 12 EUR
- Ticket to Pena Palace Park, 10 EUR
- Ticket to Quinta da Regaleira, 12 EUR
- Guests must bring their own food and drinks
- Castelo dos Mouros
- Park and National Palace of Pena
- Quinta da Regaleira
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not suitable for people with limited mobility.
- Not suitable for people not used to walk/hike/practice physical activity.
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