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Hello, I'm Carla, official Tour Guide. By age 16 I discerned my life's calling: to help others discover,... more
Immerse for three days in the tranquility of Alentejo with a full plan of local experiences
Three day tour in the Northeast corner of Alentejo, known as Upper Alentejo or Alto. In the hills of Upper ALentejo, close to the border with Spanish Extremadura where Serra of São Mamede stands, tall and green, unlike the rest of Alentejo.
Take this chance to experience the authenticity of Portugal traditions with a full program of experiences that I may adjust to your interests. I suggest the remote cliff top castles , visit and see how a olive oil press works, how to make lavender oil essence, cooking class of traditional Alentejo food in a farm that is also an open air museum, megalithic sites such as the highest menir of the Iberian peninsula or a roman city. Experience a unique Ride on a former railway.
I live between Carcavelos (near Lisbon) and Póvoa e Meadas, where my husband's ancestors belong, so I have a close relation with Upper Alentejo where I own a small cottage. This means a deeper knowledge of this corner of Portugal.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Around 8h30 we leave Lisbon and 2h30 minutes to reach Galegos. We visit an olive oil press and see how it is made. Then a lunch break at Portagem. Several restaurants, by the river offer many local flavors of regional cuisine. After lunch we shall do a visit of Castelo de Vide, with castle and Sinagoga, the village Fountain. Before checking in our Hotel in Castelo de Vide - we shall visit the tallest menir da Meada, a megalithic site.
DAY 2 Learn more about a Lavender estate, how to make lavender oil and taste their olive oil. This morning we plan a 3, 30 minutes walk between Castelo de Vide and Marvão, passing over an ancient path built and used since the romans. In Marvão we have lunch and time to explore. Later in a local estate we participate in a cooking class with local flavours and wines. Another tip, a ride on a railway where trains moved between Lisbon and Madrid.
DAY 3 Visit Ammaia roman ruins. Return confortably to Lisbon, enjoying the fabulous view
-Tour is customisable, please inquire
Meeting Point + Tour Duration
Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building
Duration: 3 days
Transportation
In a Mercedes Ambiente Van or smaller car if only 2 people ( Mitsubishi SUV )
What’s Included
- Guiding Services
- Private Transportation
- Admission Tickets
Other: Insurances as per portuguese law
Estimated Local Cash Needed
80 Euros - 4 meals that are not included in the fee.
20 Euros pp for Train ride.
What’s Extra
- Personal Expenses
- Souvenirs
- Food, Drinks, Snacks
Other: Meals, admission fees ( Castle in Marvão and Ammaia, olive oil visit,
Accommodation of 2 nights in Castelo de Vide or Marvão
Quinta das Lavandas , Lavender Oil Estate
Quinta do Barrieiro , where cooking class may take place.
Cooking class followed by dinner, may take place in a local estate that is an art center of a famous artist or also in my own little farm in a nearby village. Cost will depend on participants.
Train ride out of Beirã
Restrictions
I do have no restrictions.
As a National Official Tour guide I may give tours all over Portugal.
I am also certified to conduct Tours in Spain and the rest of Europe ( I have led Tours in France and Italy ).
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Tour Price$2,441 USD PER TOURFor up to 7 people (duration: 3 days) deposit ?
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