Hike in Sintra: Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, Quinta da Regaleira

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.

1. 1

   Centro Historico de Sintra

   1 hour

   We will start the tour with an Introduction to Sintra's history and a walk through Sintra's historical center.

2. 2

   Castelo dos Mouros

   1 hour

   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.

3. 3

   Castelo dos Mouros

   1 hour

   Guided visit to Moorish Castle. Learn about the Portuguese-Arabic heritage and the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula and Sintra Mountain.

4. 4

   Park and National Palace of Pena

   25 min

   After our guided visit to Moorish Castle, we will continue walking to Pena Palace

5. 5

   Park and National Palace of Pena

   1.3 hours

   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.

6. 6

   Vila Sassetti

   30 min

   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.

7. 7

   Quinta da Regaleira

   1.3 hours

   Guided visit to Quinta da Regaleira. Learn the history and symbolism behind Sintra's most iconic maçonic property.

8. 8

   Sintra National Palace

   20 min

   After Quinta da Regaleira we walk back to meeting point and the tour ends.

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.