A tour for all nature lovers who want to hike Sintra’s wild forests and uncover ancient monuments. Snacks included!
Highlights
Dive deep into a wild, remote area of Sintra-Cascais Natural Park in an off-road UMM 4×4
Hike for two hours through this unique forest microclimate
Visit a 12th-century convent with epic 360-degree views
Drive by Sintra’s famous palaces and castle
Taste local wine and Portuguese snacks
Take a Polaroid photo to remember the day
Listen to sweet tunes on the drive
Description
Price:– Per person: 45€
– Private jeep (up to 5 people): 149€
The jeeps can take up to 7 people at an extra cost of 20€p.p. for the 6th and 7th guests
Duration: 4.5 hours
You’ll drive through historic Sintra town, turning off-road to reach the incredible 12th-century Santuario da Peninha. From the convent on the hill enjoy incredible and expansive views down to Cascais, Lisbon, Sintra while you lace up those boots. This two-hour hike wanders through one of the most amazing and mystical forests in the world. Up here on the mountain, a microclimate allows all types of plants and trees from around the globe to grow, from pines to ferns, plus some mysterious secrets.
Halfway through the forest walk you’ll reach a megalithic structure that is essentially Portugal’s Stonehenge. Sitting 426 metres above sea level, its origins are a real mystery but there are theories. Next you’ll uncover an ancient collective grave from between 2500-1500BC that has its fair share of myths and legends surrounding it. Rest your feet for a moment you’re fed only the best facts and tastiest Portuguese snacks.
What’s included:
• An awesome local driver
• Pick-up and drop-off at Sintra train station
• Off-road experiences in a legendary restored vintage Portuguese UMM 4×4
• Booming sound system (yeah!!) + free wifi on board
• Snacks and energy bar
• Free Polaroid photo to take home
• Smartphone chargers, blankets, umbrellas, sunscreen
• We usually speak English, but we can also speak Portuguese and Spanish
• Water
• Great memories to take home
Need to know:
– Pick up location: Portel de Sintra train station
– Pick up time: 9.30am – please arrive 10 minutes early
– Duration: 4.5 hours
– Drop off location: Cascais train station
What to bring:
– Comfortable shoes
– Sweater or jacket
– Sunglasses
– Good vibes
Guest considerations:
This journey is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, back problems or pregnant women.
You cannot bring luggage as there is no space for it in the jeep.
Journeys are carried out in English, but the guides also speak Spanish, a bit of French and – of course – a ton of Portuguese.
The start location and end point are in different locations.
Please let the team know in advance about dietary requirements
And please be on time 🙂