Hiking through historic Sintra, Portugal: Pena Palace & Castle of the Moors (near Lisbon)

Enjoy a wonderful hike through Sintra in Portugal, near Lisbon, and explore the Pena Palace, the Castle of the Moors, and more, with one of our experienced guides.

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Highlights

Enjoy a wonderful historical hike through Sintra, Portugal.
Visit and explore the Pena Palace and the Castle of the Moors.
Very family friendly, this trek is open to people of all levels.

Description

Full of historical wonder, beauty and significance, Sintra, Portugal is a fantastic place to explore. And, on this hiking adventure, you will get to explore some of the area’s best spots, seeing some of its most stunning highlights.

During this historical hike, we will be trekking along a circular route up the hills and through the forest. The views you will get to enjoy are spectacular. As the day proceeds we will visit the Pena Palace and the Castle of the Moors. Both of these places represent a huge part of history in Portugal that dates back many years. Furthermore, our guides will tell you all about the history of these amazing places. Thus providing you with plenty of information that will make them even more impressive. Afterwards, we will return to Sintra through the Villa Sasseti.

This is not a difficult trip. As a result, it is very family friendly, and people of all levels can enjoy it. However, because the route is approximately 9 kilometers long, you should be in good physical condition.

Visiting the Pena Palace and the Castle of the Moors in historic Sintra is an experience you will never forget. To join us on this historic journey, just send a request. We look forward to hearing from you.

We also offer a hiking trip through Sintra that will take you along the coast to the Cabo da Roca.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

Along with the guiding fee, the price also includes water and snacks, but does not include lunch and transportation to and from your hotel.

Details

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Participants should bring comfortable clothe and shoes, as well as a hat and sunscreen.

Meeting point

Sintra train station

About the guide

Bork

BORK You is an adventure travel agency based in Lisbon, Portugal. Discover Portugal Nature Parks through kayaking, diving and hiking expeditions in Sintra Cascais, Arrábida, International Douro, South-East of Alentejo and Vicentine Coast, International Tejo and Berlenga Archipelago. All expeditions are monitored by qualified instructors who love their job and will share their enthusiasm and passion with you.

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