The High Cross - the highest point in Sintra

Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra.

Historical Tours
Digital
360 minutes
English

This tour explores why Sintra became the capital of Romanticism in the 19th century, avoiding typical tours. As we begin walking up we arrive at Vila Sassetti's gardens, a hidden gem near the centre, then ascend for panoramic views of the coastline near Mourish Castle. Entering Pena Palace park through the lake entrance, we encounter diverse wildlife amid stunning natural scenery. At Pena Palace, we admire the exterior, visit the chapel, and enjoy a break at the cafeteria. Moving to the High Cross for unique views, we then explore the eastern park towards the Chalet of the Countess. Descending through the park's farm area and leaving the Pena Park we head to Mourish Castle and pass landmarks like Hans Christian Andersen's house en route to the historical centre, concluding a challenging yet enriching journey with nearly 300m elevation gain with some traditional snacks.

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Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra.

FromNZD $199.11Per Person

What's included in Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra.

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Centro Historico de Sintra
Pass-by Only

Our meeting point is here. First and foremost you will see the National Palace of Sintra from the outside as it is right in the middle of the historical centre of Sintra. We will walk around through some of the streets as we slowly head upwards.

Vila Sassetti
Pass-by Only

Along the path heading to highest point we will come across this little Palace hidden amidst the hills just above the centre. You will get a chance to admire the wonderful grounds with little ponds and exotic plants.

Park and National Palace of Pena

Once we reach the Pena park we will explore the park, where we will spend most of the tour. An emblematic park with exotic plants from around the world strive due to the different microclimates that this huge park of 88 hectares contains. The high cross, the highest point in Sintra is inside the park. We will also get a chance to explore the Palace from the outside, where we will get a chance to have a break to recharge as before exploring the rest of this romantic park.

Admission Ticket Included

Inclusions

  • Some typical snacks to finish of the day. The snacks depend on the days as some places are closed on certain days.
  • Entrance to the Chalet of the Countess
  • Entrance to Pena Park
  • Coffee or tea and a traditional pastry to give a bit of an energy boost.
  • Entrance to inside of Pena Palace 20 euros entrance for adults. Slots have to be booked in advance
  • Castelo dos Mouros
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Children below 13 years are not advised to join.
  • Teenagers and adults need to be in good physical shape to do this tour.
  • The walk up tends to the Pena Park takes about an 1h-1h 15minutes depending on the person´s pace
  • The walk down from the Pena Park to the centre should take about 1h.
  • The tour is designed NOT to visit the interior of the Pena Palace and the Mourish Castle due to the limitation of time.

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • The meeting point is infront of the Palace by the stairs. From the trainstation it is a short walk of 10-15 minutes.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

Operator

Tours Bernardo