This tour present you with the true Portugal, with our roots, history and traditions, it is a must do while in Portugal, it is also an off the beaten track, where you will get the soul of the country, where you will be amazed by the landscape, by the gastronomy and by the people.
Each of the visited villages will be an unique and unforgettable experience.
This 2 days tour was set-up in partnership with Historical Villages of Portugal Association.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Portuguese Guide
✖ Meals
✖ Hotel
Pickup Locations
1. B&B HOTEL Lisboa Oeiras
2. Jam Hotel Lisbon
3. Estoril Vintage Hotel
4. Eurostars Lisboa Baixa
5. Hotel Real Oeiras
6. Hotel Solar Palmeiras
7. Westlight Lisboa Madalena
8. Mafra Hotel
9. ME Lisbon
10. Vila Gale Collection Palacio dos Arcos
11. Lagoas Park Hotel
12. Quinta da Fonte Nova
13. Vinha da Quinta
14. Pousada Palacio de Queluz
15. Sun Park Hotel
16. DUO Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection By Hilton
17. Sintra Boutique Hotel
18. Vila Gale Sintra
19. Sintra Bliss House
20. NH Sintra Centro
Additional Info: We will pick-up from Lisbon Region, Cascais or Sintra.
We offer as optional the one-way version with pick-up in Lisbon and drop-off in Porto and with the pick-up in Porto and drop-off in Lisbon
Please inform the pick-up time you would like and the pick-up address.
Itinerary
Idanha-a-Velha and Monsanto
1
Idanha-a-Velha
he village’s history begins since
the Roman period, when the famous Egitânia was erected
and left a rich archaeological heritage for posterity.
It is a story written in stone and preserved in the
Epigraphic Archive, which houses one of the most
complete collections of its kind in Portugal. A short
walk allows you to enter a monumental universe where
you can ind the Roman wall, Sé Cathedral, the Templar
Tower, or an oil mill, from a more recent period.
But no visit is complete without looking at the Pônsul
river, which runs calmly under the Roman bridge
on its way to Tejo.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Monsanto
Monsanto is not a common place. Decades ago it was
chosen “the most Portuguese village of Portugal.”
A fair distinction for a village that is the expression
of the ingenuity and resilience of its people.
he Monsanto construction, on an inhospitable granite
slope, lasted centuries and was built under the harshest
conditions. he work was worth it because today
the Portuguese people have an unparalleled village
to admire. And to be proud of.
here is much to see in Monsanto. he narrow, welcoming
streets that slither among the rocks. he houses lodged
in the rocks, testimony to the ingenuity of the people.
he steep slopes that lead to the castle and provide
unforgettable walks. All of this without mentioning the
preserved heritage in the scenery, customs, and aromas.
And, of course, the people. Because they are one
of Monsanto’s enchantments.
Duration: 4 hours
Sortelha and Belmonte
1
Sortelha
Sortelha produces an ambiguous sense: the visitor knows
they are immersed in the past but has the sensation
that the village resisted the passage of the centuries
unharmed. It’s necessary to retreat to the Neolithic in order
to ind the irst signs of occupation, but the constructions
are so well-conserved that it seems as though they were
constructed yesterday. Sortelha requires a calmly planned
itinerary. here is much to see. he houses, pillory, false door,
church, or the Old Lady’s Head are some of the attractions.
But it’s the castle, built in the 13th century, that dominates
the scenery.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Belmonte
he top of the castle, the windows and sculptures
provide a wide view of the green landscape. Cova da
Beira is framed by Serra da Estrela in the background.
At the foot, the houses alternate with wide roads
or narrow lanes that open up to visitors, ready to reveal
their secrets. Churches, synagogues, and museums
give the tone for an intense visit in experiences.
A simple stroll through Belmonte brings memorable
moments. Feel the hustle and bustle of everyday life
in the village. Savor unexpected discoveries at every
corner. Follow the pulse of a life that asks for
a moment of contemplation. All this, of course,
with the friendliness of the locals set in the background.
After passing through Belmonte, the memories
and a desire to return always remain.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• After booking contact us with your pick-up address if not listed
• Inform us if you are traveling with children, to organize the proper toddler seats.
