6-day Alentejo Luxury Tour

Tour Summary

Discover the culture, gastronomy and wine from the Alentejo region considered "the best wine region in the world to visit," according to the publication USA Today or named "New Tuscany" by New York Times.

The Alentejo is one of the most beautiful regions of the country, it requires a long narrative, with a continuous and attentive presence in time and space, something that this overview cannot reveal in full. The region breathes a history immersed in periods of unrest and bonanzas. A land where culture and tradition go hand in hand. There is something deeply reinvigorating and redeemer in the Alentejo landscape, the endless space, in the immensity of the rolling plains with cork trees, the wide sky with an immaculate blue, horizon infinity and obviously in its people, in the quiet people, honest and proud of Alentejo.

This itinerary was designed thinking of those who want to become connoisseurs of wine, gastronomy and all the singularities of the Alentejo region. In a warm and dry environment of terracotta plains, you will meet some of the best producers of Portugal, the unique landscapes and the tenacity of its people. This tour was designed and conducted in collaboration with our ambassador Nelson Carvalheiro.

Itinerário Detalhado

Day 1: Sabádo 1 Agosto 2016 - Porto

Meet your driver for a private airport transfer. For your added comfort, we will have an English speaking assistant waiting for you outside the customs with a sign with your name on it. Your representative will help you to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.

Meet your guide at the hotel for your walking tour of Lisbon Downtown. For centuries downtown Lisbon has been the heart of the social, commercial and spiritual life of the city, as much as the center of power of Portugal. Despite this lasting prominence, a lot has changed since the Phoenician and the Roman occupation, when there was still an arm of the Tejo River flooding this area. The earthquake of 1st November 1755 transformed it into ruins, but provided the pretext for an innovative reconstruction of the city’s downtown area. In this walk you will learn about: the 1755 earthquake and the day after, the Roman salted fish factories, The Comércio Square.: center of power. Rebirth of Lisbon: the dream of a city come true, a new city built on water, The birth of modern seismology and The hidden churches.

A welcome package with a city map, train tickets (if relevant), and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.

Accommodation: Hotel Britania (4*)

Porto

Day 2: Domingo 2 Agosto 2016 - Porto

Accommodation: Hotel Britania (4*)

Porto

Day 3: Segunda 3 Agosto 2016 - Porto

Accommodation: Hotel Britania (4*)

Porto

Day 1: Discover the Alentejo Wine region

After airport formalities at Lisbon International Airport (LIS), you will be collected outside customs, and transferred, by Deluxe vehicle with English speaking chauffeur.

Departing from Lisbon towards the Alentejo region, at about 1hour from the city of Lisbon you will find paradise, L'AND Vineyards Wine Luxury Resort.

Check-in at L'AND Vineyards Wine Luxury Resort. This is one of the most prestigious accommodations in the Alentejo that combines an excellent gastronomy, wine and accommodation.

You will receive an exclusive massage in the L'and Vineyards SPA, a Caudalie massage.

In the late afternoon you will enjoy dinner at the L'and Vineyard's Restaurant where you can feel the affirmation of a new gastronomic culture from the Michelin Star Chef Michael Laffin.

To rest, nothing better than the comfort of a Sky View Suite at the resort which allows you to see the starry sky lying in bed.

End of day.

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Day 2: Renowned Wineries

Breakfast at the hotel.

The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the lobby of the hotel.

You will discover Monte da Ravasqueira where you can find a modern wine production inspired by Napa Valley. the Vineyard is located in the municipality of Arraiolos, where you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most traditional wine producing estates in the Alentejo region. In a guided tour you will be able to learn more about the raw material, going through the vineyards, and the finished product, that is in the bottling line in the estate, at the end, you will enjoy a Picnic by the winery, which includes: fish or shrimp patties, breaded steaks, cod fritters, chicken pies, tortillas or several different pies,Bread, olives and sausage,Chips,Assorted salads, Miscellaneous cakes, Wine Prova Tinto and a visit to the Carriage Driving Museum, one of the best carriage private collections in the country.

After the experience we suggest a self-guided visit to Arraiolos Village and to the interpretive center of Arraiolos Carpets and clay handcrafts of the Aldeia da Terra (Earth Village).

After the visit discover the Adega da Cartuxa. Located in the former refectory of the Jesuit retirement home, they taught at the University of Évora in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. With his expulsion in 1759, by order of the Marquis of Pombal, the property became part of the state, starting a few years later, in 1776, working as an important mill of wine absorbed the wine production in the region. Acquired in the nineteenth century by Eugénio de Almeida family, the Cartuxa Cellar has undergone several renovations and expansions over time, preserving the richness of its architectural and historical memory. The logo identifies wines such as Vinea, EA, Foral de Évora, Cartuxa, Scala Coeli and the legendary Pêra-Manca, as well as the olive oils Álamos, EA and Cartuxa Gourmet.
Visit to the cellar and 3 wines tasting, selected by the customer, of the full range of Eugénio de Almeida Foundation (except Pera Manca Tinto) accompanied by sausage, cheese, jam region and others delicacies. The experience also includes olive oil tasting.

Return to Land Vineyards, Wine Luxury Resort.

End of day.

Day 3: Heritage and authenticity

After breakfast at the Hotel followed Check-out.

The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the lobby of the hotel.

We suggest to start your day with a visit to Alqueva that is one of the highlights of this tour, this is one of the largest artificial lakes in Europe and the landscapes are a great reason to bring your camera.

Next stop will be in an Estate of famous wines, you will have a visit to the historical heritage of the Esporão which features one of the most curious historic areas of the region. The Herdade of Esporão presents itself as an Wine Estate steeped in history, producer of outstanding quality wines. The Esporão vines are located in the heart of Reguengos de Monsaraz, where wines are more balanced and seductive, simultaneously thriving and pleasant, luxuriant and with a good ageing potential. If the vines are the lung of the Herdade do Esporão, the cellar is the heart that beats to the rhythm of the harvest and as the result of the work defined by the calendar and by the oenology team. You will travel to the Vineyards, discover the new sustainable planting techniques, the biological Vineyards and pioneering initiatives in the field of sustainability. Complete the tour with the Visit to the Historic Center where you can contemplate archaeological pieces with about 5000 years of the Perdigões Archaeological Complex.

At the end of the visit you will enjoy a Gastronomic menu at Esporão Restaurant.

Departure to Herdade do Sobroso, a visit to the Wine Estate and a highly recommended dinner of traditional cuisine are pure moments from Alentejo, this place breathes authenticity and good wines.

Check-in at Herdade do Sobroso Country House. To the lovers of wine tourism and synergetic tourism, Herdado do Sobroso offers a unit of Rural Tourism integrated in the middle of the property vines.

End of day.

Day 4: Wineries in Beja

After breakfast at the Hotel followed by Check-out.

The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the lobby of the hotel.

Lunch will be served at Malhadinha's Restaurant - Wine & Gourmet. A signature cuisine led by Michelan Star Chief Consultant Joachim Koerper with the collaboration of the executive Chef Bruno Antunes and Vitalina Santos. A propose of seasonal menus inspired by the local gastronomy.

Then, by Jeep, you will discover Malhadinha Vineyards and will have a visit to the Herdade da Malhadinha cellar where are produced some of the best wines in the country.

Dinner is waiting for you at Herdade do Grous Restaurant. Led by Chef Rui Prado, this is a unique experience and the opportunity to follow up with wines from the famous winemaker Luis Duarte. This is one of the high gastronomic moments in this Tour.

Check-in at the Convento do Espinheiro, A Luxury Collection Hotel & SPA, a former convent of the fifteenth century which is filled with sacred art, tiles and frescoed ceiling.

End of day.

Day 5: Évora, World Heritage Site by UNESCO

Breakfast at the Hotel.

The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the lobby of the hotel.

Lunch will be served at Degust'AR Restaurant with rich Alentejo gastronomy. Menus with Chef António Nobre signature.

We suggest a self-guided visit to the city of Évora - World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Évora well-preserved historic center is one of the richest monuments in Portugal, worth the epithet of City-Museum. The Roman Temple of Évora, one of the most important Roman monuments in Portugal. It is located at the highest point of the city and was part of the Roman forum. It is thought to have been created around the 1st century to honor the Emperor Augustus, but later came to be known as the Temple of Diana. The Cathedral built between the 13th and 14th centuries in Gothic style, it is one of the most important medieval cathedrals in the country, with a plan inspired by the Romanesque Lisbon Cathedral. In the 14th century a cloister was built and the statues of the apostles of the main portal, the masterpiece of Portuguese medieval sculpture, were carved. In the 18th century the chancel was rebuilt in an exuberant baroque style. The Church of San Francisco it was reconstructed from the reign of D. João II and finished in the time of D. Manuel. Its architecture and decoration mixes the Gothic, Mudejar and Manueline styles. Chapel of the Bones located in the Church of San Francisco, was built in the eighteenth century and is entirely lined with human bones. It is known by the famous phrase written at the entrance "We bones that here are, for yours await".

Later, in the afternoon you will taste Alentejo cuisine at Divinus Restaurant. Located in an old cellar of a convent, a delicious meal prepared by Chef Bouazza Bouhlani.

End of day.

Day 6: Last day in Paradise

Breakfast at the Hotel followed by Check-out procedures.

You will be transferred to Lisbon International Airport (LIS).

End of the Tour.

Included & Not Included

Included:

Pick-up and Drop-off at Lisbon International Airport or Lisbon
Chauffeur in a vehicle of superior range Mercedes for the entire duration of the Tour
2 Nights Accommodation in a Sky View Suite or similar at L'and Vineyards
1 Night Accommodation in a Double Room or similar at Herdade do Sobroso
2 Nights Accommodation in a Double Room or similar at Convento do Espinheiro
5 Breakfasts mentioned in the itinerary
5 Guided visits with Wine Tastings at 5 renowned wine producing estates in Alentejo
4 lunches with pre-set menu (1 picnic)
4 Dinners with pre-set menu
1 Caudalie Massage in the SPA 50'
Regional products
Ride on a 4x4 at Malhadinha
All the insurances required by Turismo de Portugal

Not included:

Personal expenses
Monuments entrance fees (tickets available to purchase at the entrance)
Tips
Other services not included in the itinerary

6-Day Tour in Alentejo - Portugal

6 Days tour in Alentejo, Portugal

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Itinerário Detalhado

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Discover the Alentejo Wine region

Day 2: Renowned Wineries

Day 3: Heritage and authenticity

Day 4: Wineries in Beja

Day 5: Évora, World Heritage Site by UNESCO

Day 6: Last day in Paradise

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