Overview
With walled hilltop villages crowned by ancient castles, whitewashed houses gleaming in the sun, extraordinary megalithic monuments including stone circles, and the legacies of the Romans and Moors, the Alentejo is a captivating part of Portugal—and still relatively undiscovered. On this Private Journey, you’ll walk historic paths from one village to the next, soak up the atmospheric past as you explore Roman monuments and the evocative remains of Moorish castles, and visit award-winning wineries and even a gin distillery (with tastings, of course!). Many of the hikes begin or end right at your hotel, and they are flexible in length (your choice). Most of the accommodations are in lovely pousadas, traditional or historic properties that help tell the story of Portugal’s past. Throughout the journey, you’ll sample the traditional local dishes of Alentejo, one of the most distinctive regional cuisines in all Portugal. Add-on options include a cooking class and a visit to a pottery workshop where you’ll have the opportunity to paint your own tile.
Itinerary at a Glance
Days 1-3
Lisbon / Tagus River Cruise / Marvão / Castle-to-Castle Walk
Days 4-5
Portagem / Évora / Convento do Espinheiro
Days 6-7
Roman Villa of Tourega / Monsaraz / Minas de São Domingos
Days 8-10
Setúbal / Palmela / Arrábida Natural Park
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS INCLUDE:
- Cooking class in Alentejo cuisine
- Visit to a pottery workshop for an opportunity to paint your own tile
Highlights
Highlights
Details
Easy to moderate hikes, 2-3 hours, with longer options, walking tours, van support (for luggage or if you wish to skip a day's hike)