The Soul of Central Portugal and Alentejo in 7 Days: Heritage, Nature, and Living Traditions

Transfer from Lisbon

Your journey begins with your arrival in Lisbon, where you will be welcomed by one of our hosts at the hotel or airport. From this moment on, you will travel exclusively in a premium electric vehicle.

Solar-powered boat tour and Templar Castle

The first experience sets the tone: a solar-powered boat trip on the Tagus, with a visit to the Templar Castle of Almourol, perched on an islet in the middle of the river. To the serene rhythm of the water, you will begin to connect with the land and nature.

Medieval lunch suggestion

After lunch (suggested at a medieval-inspired restaurant in Tomar), continue to Coimbra, the historic “city of students.”

Palace and Estate Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas and its gardens

Following check-in at Quinta das Lágrimas, a legendary five-star hotel, you will explore its romantic gardens before taking a guided walking tour through the charming old town along the Mondego River. Dinner is suggested at a refined regional restaurant, where local recipes are reimagined by renowned chefs

Guided tour at Coimbra

The morning is dedicated to a guided tour by a local expert of the historic center of Coimbra. The highlight is the University—one of the oldest in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site—where you will learn about its traditions, the extraordinary Joanina Library, and the Sala dos Capelos (the former throne room of the first king of Portugal). The tour continues to the imposing Sé Velha cathedral and the Roman Cryptoporticus, among other historic and elegant buildings in the city.

Visit to the ruins of the Roman city of Conímbriga

After a recommended regional lunch in the historic center, you will travel to the ruins of the Roman city of Conímbriga, where a two-thousand-year-old past is revealed in colorful mosaics and surprising remains.

Dinner with Fado in Coimbra

Back in Coimbra, the day ends with a must-see cultural experience: an intimate dinner with a performance of traditional Coimbra Fado, performed by local students and musicians. An evening of excitement and student tradition.

Historic gardens Santar Vila Jardim

After checking out of Quinta das Lágrimas, continue to Santar, one of the most elegant villages in the Dão region. Here, visit the historic Santar Gardens, a remarkable landscape restoration project connected to one of Portugal’s most distinguished palaces.

Guided visit and wine tasting at a renowned winnery

Next, enjoy a guided visit and tasting at Caminhos Cruzados, a benchmark of the new generation of Dão wines.

Wine pairing Lunch by the Chef

A wine-pairing lunch prepared by a chef elevates the experience, blending local tradition with contemporary creativity.

Mondego walkways

In the afternoon, walk the Mondego Walkways, crossing suspension bridges and granite cliffs with spectacular views.

Tasting the world cheese awards

Your day ends in the Serra da Estrela region at Quinta do Pomar, where you will taste the cheese that won the most recent World Cheese Awards.

The Vagar Country House Hotel

Check in at The Vagar Country House, an award-winning boutique retreat where comfort meets mountain silence. Dinner is suggested at the accommodation or a signature restaurant nearby.

Guided tour historic village of Belmonte

This day is dedicated to the village of Belmonte, birthplace of Pedro Álvares Cabral, discoverer of Brazil, and the dramatic landscapes of Serra da Estrela, the highest point in mainland Portugal. In the morning, visit the Jewish Museum, Belmonte Castle, and the historic center, before a suggested regional lunch at one of the area’s finest restaurants.

Estrela Mountain tour

The afternoon unfolds with a panoramic tour of Serra da Estrela, revealing hidden valleys and breathtaking viewpoints. This leisurely exploration, guided by local experts, allows time to pause, contemplate, and photograph.

Suggestion of a distinguished restaurant

At the end of the day, we suggest dinner at Convento de Belmonte Gourmet, one of the most distinguished restaurants in Central Portugal.

Geological formation Portas de Ródão

After checking out, journey to the dramatic cliffs of Portas de Ródão, a striking geological formation on the Tagus River.

Torre de Palma Boutique Hotel

A suggested lunch in Castelo de Vide precedes your arrival at the luxurious Torre de Palma Wine Hotel, a reference in sustainable wine tourism. Here, enjoy a guided winery visit and tasting of its finest wines, followed by an aromatherapy massage to restore body and mind.

Mchelin-starred sugestion in Torre de Palma Boutique Hotel

The dinner suggestion, created by a Michelin-starred chef, is an experience not to be missed.

Walk Guided tour in Alegrete

The morning begins with a guided tour of the beautiful village of Alegrete, with its whitewashed houses and typical Alentejo streets—a well-kept secret that preserves traces of a rich historical past.

Guided visit in Tapestry Museum

From Alegrete, we continue to Portalegre, where we will visit the magnificent Tapestry Museum – a space dedicated to the presentation, conservation, and study of Portalegre tapestries, a form of art of superior quality.

Wine tasting and picnic at the vineyards

For lunch, discover the award-winning Quinta da Fonte Souto, where a guided tasting is followed by a countryside picnic, featuring the finest local products.

Guided visit of Marvão

In the afternoon, explore Marvão, one of Portugal’s most picturesque walled villages, on a guided tour of its medieval streets and castle.

Railbike tour

Later, enjoy a unique rail bike experience along disused railway tracks, now transformed into ecological routes.

Dinner Suggestion

Dinner is suggested at a highly regarded local restaurant, highlighting seasonal produce and regional specialties.

Berardo Tile Museum

The last day of our trip is dedicated to art and flavors. In Estremoz, you will visit the Berardo Tile Museum, which has the largest and most important private collection of tiles in the country.

Suggestion of regional lunch

After a regional lunch (suggested at Casa do Gadanha, a restaurant recommended by the Michelin Guide), you will end the trip on a high.

Visit and tasting of bio Olive Oil Farm

A visit to the Monte da Oliveira Velha organic farm, where the award-winning “Amor é Cego” olive oil is produced—the experience of tasting the best olive oils in the shade of an olive tree that is over two thousand years old is unforgettable!

Return to Lisbon

After this moment of pure authenticity, return to Lisbon, with drop-off at your hotel or the airport. Though the journey ends, you will carry with you the soul of the Center and Alentejo — a living memory of encounters, landscapes, traditions, and flavors that endure.