Magical Microdosing Hike with Martin
Magical Microdosing Hike with Martin
Sintra, Sintra, Portugal
Up to 16 in group
August 15, 2026
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
Retreat Highlights
- Full-day guided hike through the magical forests of Sintra (9 hours)
- Grounding ceremony and intention setting
- Breathwork and meditation
- Integration circle to close the day
- Waterproof ponchos provided
- Small group with personal attention (max 16 people)
- Trauma-informed approach rooted in compassion and mindfulness
- Led by Martin Thomsen, a psychotherapy practitioner with 90+ hikes and 800+ participants
About this Retreat
Your Guides
I guide leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers to slow down, reconnect, and create lives that feel deeply authentic. Through psychedelic-assisted experiences, men's retreats, coaching, and nature-based practices, I help people release the patterns that keep them stuck and come home to themselves.
My approach combines psychotherapy, psychedelic therapy, shamanic practices, breathwork, coaching, and meditation. Over the past eight years, I've supported over 1,000 people through 1-1 programs, workshops, plant medicine ceremonies, and retreats.
Based in Sintra, Portugal, one of Europe's most magical natural landscapes.
Details of this retreat
Step into a day of clarity, connection, and joy in one of the most magical forests in Europe.
This is a full-day guided hike through the ancient forests of Sintra combining nature immersion, the ceremonial use of microdosing, breathwork, shamanism, and meditation. You will explore fairy-tale palaces, medieval fortresses, and lush forest trails while gently opening to yourself and the people around you.
This is not a party. It is a day of slowing down, walking in nature, and giving yourself space to feel what is actually alive in you.
What to expect
We begin with a grounding ceremony and intention setting. You will take a microdose before we walk. The hike moves through stunning forest trails, ancient ruins, and breathtaking viewpoints. There will be moments of silence, moments of conversation, breathwork, and moments of simply being present with the beauty around you.
By the end of the day, we close with an integration circle where we reflect, share, and explore how to carry what you have experienced into your daily life.
What people experience
- Peace and calm: stress falls away in a safe, supportive setting.
- Clarity: many have called this a day of profound self-discovery and confidence.
- Connection: with nature, with yourself, and with a community of incredible people.
- Wonder: the landscapes of Sintra are unlike anywhere else in Europe.
Who this is for
This hike is for you if you are looking for a reset. If you have been in your head too much. If you want to reconnect with your body, with nature, and with a sense of wonder that daily life tends to bury.
No previous experience with microdosing is required. First-timers are welcome and well supported.
Who this is not for
This is not suitable if you are currently on SSRIs or lithium, are pregnant, or have a history of psychosis or schizophrenia. If you are unsure, get in touch and we can discuss.
What to bring
- Warm layers (temperature fluctuates greatly in Sintra)
- Rain jacket
- Scarf, blanket, or towel to wrap around yourself
- Eye mask or similar to cover your eyes
- Comfortable shoes or boots
- Backpack
- Water bottle (aim for 1 litre)
- Lunch and plenty of snacks and fruit
- Pen and journal
- An open heart and an open mind
Your guide
I am Martin, an ex-elite kickboxer, psychotherapy practitioner, and coach with a deep love for nature. These microdosing hikes are a profound combination of ceremony, breathwork, shamanism, microdosing, and being in nature with community. I have guided 90+ hikes with 800+ participants over the past four years. My trauma-informed approach, rooted in compassion, mindfulness, and inclusivity, ensures a safe and supportive space for all.
This is a full-day guided hike through the ancient forests of Sintra combining nature immersion, the ceremonial use of microdosing, breathwork, shamanism, and meditation. You will explore fairy-tale palaces, medieval fortresses, and lush forest trails while gently opening to yourself and the people around you.
This is not a party. It is a day of slowing down, walking in nature, and giving yourself space to feel what is actually alive in you.
What to expect
We begin with a grounding ceremony and intention setting. You will take a microdose before we walk. The hike moves through stunning forest trails, ancient ruins, and breathtaking viewpoints. There will be moments of silence, moments of conversation, breathwork, and moments of simply being present with the beauty around you.
By the end of the day, we close with an integration circle where we reflect, share, and explore how to carry what you have experienced into your daily life.
What people experience
- Peace and calm: stress falls away in a safe, supportive setting.
- Clarity: many have called this a day of profound self-discovery and confidence.
- Connection: with nature, with yourself, and with a community of incredible people.
- Wonder: the landscapes of Sintra are unlike anywhere else in Europe.
Who this is for
This hike is for you if you are looking for a reset. If you have been in your head too much. If you want to reconnect with your body, with nature, and with a sense of wonder that daily life tends to bury.
No previous experience with microdosing is required. First-timers are welcome and well supported.
Who this is not for
This is not suitable if you are currently on SSRIs or lithium, are pregnant, or have a history of psychosis or schizophrenia. If you are unsure, get in touch and we can discuss.
What to bring
- Warm layers (temperature fluctuates greatly in Sintra)
- Rain jacket
- Scarf, blanket, or towel to wrap around yourself
- Eye mask or similar to cover your eyes
- Comfortable shoes or boots
- Backpack
- Water bottle (aim for 1 litre)
- Lunch and plenty of snacks and fruit
- Pen and journal
- An open heart and an open mind
Your guide
I am Martin, an ex-elite kickboxer, psychotherapy practitioner, and coach with a deep love for nature. These microdosing hikes are a profound combination of ceremony, breathwork, shamanism, microdosing, and being in nature with community. I have guided 90+ hikes with 800+ participants over the past four years. My trauma-informed approach, rooted in compassion, mindfulness, and inclusivity, ensures a safe and supportive space for all.
Schedule
9:00 — Arrive at the designated meeting point
9:15 — Opening grounding meditation and setting intentions
9:45 — Receiving the microdose
10:00 — Walking into the ancient forests of Sintra
11:00 — Entering a secluded part of the forest for a personal journey (1-2 hours lying down in nature)
13:00 — Lunch break in the forest (bring your own)
13:45 — Continued walking and integration through stunning viewpoints, palaces, and woodland trails
15:30 — Sound healing session
16:15 — Return to the starting point
16:30 — Reflecting on insights from the day
16:45 — Sharing with a partner
17:00 — Group sharing and integration circle
17:30-18:00 — Closing and farewell
9:15 — Opening grounding meditation and setting intentions
9:45 — Receiving the microdose
10:00 — Walking into the ancient forests of Sintra
11:00 — Entering a secluded part of the forest for a personal journey (1-2 hours lying down in nature)
13:00 — Lunch break in the forest (bring your own)
13:45 — Continued walking and integration through stunning viewpoints, palaces, and woodland trails
15:30 — Sound healing session
16:15 — Return to the starting point
16:30 — Reflecting on insights from the day
16:45 — Sharing with a partner
17:00 — Group sharing and integration circle
17:30-18:00 — Closing and farewell
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Martin Thomsen, Sintra, Sintra, Portugal
Directions
By car: drive to the meeting point (address shared after booking)
By train + Uber/Bolt: take the train from Lisbon to Portela de Sintra, then a short ride to the meeting point
By train + walking: take the train from Lisbon to Sintra station, then walk 25 minutes
Exact meeting point shared after booking.
By train + Uber/Bolt: take the train from Lisbon to Portela de Sintra, then a short ride to the meeting point
By train + walking: take the train from Lisbon to Sintra station, then walk 25 minutes
Exact meeting point shared after booking.
Accommodation
Expat Ticket
Portuguese Local Ticket
Venue & Amenities
The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is a UNESCO World Heritage landscape of ancient forests, fairy-tale palaces, and medieval fortresses perched above the Atlantic Ocean. The trail moves through dense, moss-covered woodland, past hidden temples and royal ruins, opening into panoramic viewpoints where the forest meets the sea. Sintra has been a place of pilgrimage, mystery, and spiritual significance for centuries. There is nowhere else quite like it in Europe.
What's Included
- Guided hike through the Sintra forest (approximately 9 hours)
- Entry into Pena Palace Gardens
- Grounding ceremony and intention setting
- Breathwork and meditation
- Integration circle to close the day
- Waterproof ponchos (in case of rain)
- Small group with personal attention (max 16 people)
- Trauma-informed approach rooted in compassion and mindfulness
What's Not Included
- Transport
- Lunch
- Drinks
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