Forgotten Woods: the other side of Sintra | Private
- Duration: 8 Hours (approx.)
- Location: Lisbon
- Product code: FWPRV
Far from the palatial routes and busy viewpoints lies a different Sintra. A place where history lingers in silence, and time moves more slowly.
This tour takes you through spaces history nearly left behind: the weathered simplicity of the Convent of the Capuchos, carved into the forest with Franciscan humility; the forgotten sentinel of Penedo, a traditional village seemingly suspended in time; the harsh beauty of Azenhas do Mar, a charming old fishing village; and the lush opulence of Monserrate, where nature was molded to reflect romantic ideals.
We begin at the Convento dos Capuchos, a forest monastery where monks lived in extreme simplicity, in harmony with the natural world.
Then we visit Penedo, a remote mountain village that seems frozen in time, far from tourist routes, and Azenhas do Mar, a charmig old fishing village on the coast.
Finally, we end at Monserrate Palace, with its romantic architecture and lush exotic gardens, a striking contrast to the humble places before.
These spaces were overlooked throughout history, but together they reveal a deeper, more authentic Sintra, where silence meets spectacle, and simplicity contrasts with grandeur
Made for those who want to slow down, this tour avoids the tourist traps, and shows a more real Sintra: a place full of contrast, history, and calm.
Whether you’re a nature lover, a history fan, or just tired of the usual routes, this experience offers a different kind of connection with one of Portugal’s most magical regions.
