Unique experiences
JOURNEY BACK IN TIME: Visit historic towns and villages and discover the 'Real Portugal' far from the tourist trail.
PILGRIMAGE: Fatima, Lourdes (France), Santiago de Compostela (Spain - taking in the Monte do Gozo - the final stretch of the Camino de Santiago, a 4.7 km walk), and other shrines.
HOLY RELIC (a piece of the cross of Christ) Church of Vera Cruz de Marmelar near Portel (Évora).
CHURCH OF ST. STEPHEN: Santarém - Where the communion wafers are stained with the blood of Christ.
ROUTE OF THE TEMPLARS (Castles): Including, Almourol, Ponteferrada (Spain).
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE: Cities and other World Heritage sites.
ARCHITECTURE: Including ground breaking contemporary projects.
CITIES: Historical and cultural tours of the major cities featuring monuments and locations synonymous with historical events.
ROUTE OF CERVANTES: Follow the path of Miguel de Cervantes, author of the classic Don Quixote including a visit to the writer's house.
EARLY HISTORY: Megalithic monuments and footprints of Dinosaurs.
GASTRONOMY: Restaurant recommendations and reservations, from typical home cooking to Michelin starred and visits to atmospheric Fado houses.
WINE TOURS: Tutored wine tastings at historic family owned QUINTAS where you will be greeted and entertained by the owners. Some Quintas are also known for breeding pure Lusitano horses and offer tours of the stables.
COOKERY CLASSES: Spend some time with a world class chef in a professional kitchen and learn how to create a traditional Portuguese dish.
WORKSHOP: Enjoy a trip to a traditional cheese factory and experience a 'hands on' approach to the craft, followed by lunch.
TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE POTTERY AND TAPESTRY: Enjoy a visit to a ceramics factory and watch the fascinating process of tile making. Or witness the creation of traditional rugs and carpets.
PORT WINE OPENING CEREMONY: Celebrate your visit to Portugal with a glass of vintage Port. The opening ritual has been practiced for centuries and includes a precise technique involving a naked flame.