Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra.
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Breakfast Coffee or tea and a traditional pastry to give a bit of an energy boost.
- Snacks Some typical snacks to finish off 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
- Entrance to inside of Pena Palace 20 euros entrance for adults. Slots have to be booked in advance
- Castelo dos Mouros
Meeting Location
Largo Rainha Dona Amélia
2710-616 Sintra, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Centro Historico de Sintra (pass by)
Vila Sassetti (pass by)
Park and National Palace of Pena
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Castelo dos Mouros (pass by)
Centro Historico de Sintra
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra.?
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Activity code: C-422156P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Breakfast. Coffee or tea and a traditional pastry to give a bit of an energy boost.
- Snacks. Some typical snacks to finish off 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.
- Entrance to inside of Pena Palace 20 euros entrance for adults. Slots have to be booked in advance.
- Castelo dos Mouros.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra. is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Day Tour from the Centre to the Highest Point in Sintra. will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- BreakfastCoffee or tea and a traditional pastry to give a bit of an energy boost.
- SnacksSome typical snacks to finish off 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
- Entrance to inside of Pena Palace 20 euros entrance for adults. Slots have to be booked in advance
- Castelo dos Mouros
Additional Info
- 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.
