Day 1
Take your own car to reach Monsaraz either along the coast or through the Capital of Alentejo, Evora.
Your room is reserved at Estalagem de Monsaraz, a small country hotel with a lovely local atmosphere.
Enjoy dinner in one of the many nice restaurants in the village and enjoy the delicious local cuisine and the nice Alentejo Wines!
Day 2
A visit to José de Sousa Winery is reserved for you. This winery is just a small drive away. You will love to learn about Vinho da Talha the specialty of José de Sousa. Vinho da Talha is aged in huge clay amphoras this technique which dates back to the roman empire times grants particular characteristics to these wines. Finalize the visit by tasting some of the finest wines together with some local cheese.
Now find your way to Alqueva Dam and have some lunch at the Restaurant of the Marina de Amieira.
In the afternoon explore Alqueva Lake during a little cruise: You will be amazed to learn about this masterpiece of engineering.
At the end of this small cruise, we suggest you visit São Pedro de Corval. This typical village is the largest centre of pottery on the whole Iberian Peninsula.
The whole área of Alqueva Lake is also known as a star watching destination, nominated Alqueva Dark Sky as the flat land and the mild climate offer a clear sky nearly all year round and the milky way and all kind of stars you can observe is amazing! So if you are interested in paying a visit to the local observatory we can reserve your visit!
Day 3
Today travel west to reach the Alentejo Litoral. Alentejo Coast offers some of the most beautiful beaches in the whole Portugal.
Enjoy the drive through beautiful Alentejo Landscape to get there and if you feel like, there are 2 other famous wineries on your way, where a visit and some tasting can be reserved.
The drive is about 2,5 hours and right in the middle, you can find the amazing Wine&Art Center Quinta do Quetzal. According to your program arrive in Vila Nova de Milfontes in the early afternoon.
Tres Marias is the lovely guesthouse we have chosen for you. A small Unit with around 15 cozy rooms, tastefully decorated, outdoor pool, and its own restaurant.
Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing in the beautiful ambiance and have dinner at the hotel or in the nearby Vila Nova de Milfontes Village.
Day 4
Today experience the coast to the fullest. The Rota Vicentina is one of the most beautiful hiking trails with totally of 750 km to explore on foot or by bike. There are trails of all lengths and levels available. Your guide will choose the perfect one according to your wish and physical condition.
Choose either a walk with meditation (mindful walking) during which you also will be able to learn about the benefits of some medical plants growing along the way or maybe you prefer to explore the trail by bike ?? Both programs will end with a small local snack to reload your energies.
For your last evening at this wonderful Coast, we will recommend a place by the sea where you can enjoy the freshest fish and the best view ever.
Day 5
Leave this Paradise either along the coast or through the countryside. According to your flight or further program we recommend you pay a visit to beautiful Evora, the capital of Alentejo which was declared World Culture Heritage site many years ago. End of our services.