Around Lisbon, Lda. Lisbon Tours

Most people know Sintra for its palaces and
Instagram-famous spots, but that’s only one side of the story. On this tour we
leave the crowds behind and exlore a more authentic, quieter version of Sintra,
where history and nature go hand in hand.

Forget the crowds and clichés, this tour takes you to
the quieter, often forgotten side of Sintra. 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. 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.

This tour is made for
those who want to slow down, avoid the tourist traps, and see the 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.