Lisbon to the Timeless Village of Monsaraz in Alentejo
A Journey into Simplicity and Tradition
Leave the city behind and explore the Alentejo region’s calm beauty. This tour is designed for travelers who want to slow down, connect with local life, and experience Portugal’s countryside at a thoughtful pace.
Transportation: private
Size: up to 6 people
Duration: 10 hours long
Meeting Location: Lisbon or custom (upon request)
Up to 2 people: 495€
Up to 4 people: 545€
Up to 6 people: 625€
Overview
If you seek a destination in Portugal where elegance is expressed through simplicity and time is treated as a luxury, Alentejo offers an experience unlike any other. This is a land of expansive horizons and golden light, where life unfolds at a refined, unhurried pace. Rolling hills, vast estates, and discreet whitewashed villages set the tone for a region that invites quiet appreciation rather than spectacle.
Alentejo is far more than its iconic cork oak forests. It is a region of remarkable diversity, shaped by vast plains, gentle hills, fertile farmland, and, along the Atlantic edge, wild, unspoiled beaches. Here, the relationship between people and the land is deeply ingrained, visible in centuries-old estates and family-run properties where tradition and understated luxury coexist naturally. In the interior, far from maritime influence, the climate is defined by long, hot summers, conditions that have shaped architecture, gastronomy, and daily life, with a focus on comfort, resilience, and harmony with nature.
The character of the land has always guided the region’s prosperity. From ancient mining traditions to extensive agriculture, Alentejo has quietly sustained itself through its natural resources. The Mediterranean climate allows vast fields of wheat, rye, sunflowers, and tomatoes to flourish, creating ever-changing landscapes that feel both cultivated and timeless.
Above all, Alentejo is internationally distinguished for three exceptional products: cork, wine, and olive oil. The region is one of the world’s leading producers of cork, harvested by hand from centuries-old trees, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and craftsmanship. Its wines, elegant, expressive, and increasingly celebrated on the global stage, and its refined olive oils represent the essence of Alentejo, authentic, generous, and deeply connected to the land. This is luxury defined not by excess, but by space, silence, and a profound sense of place.
Itinerary
Évora (UNESCO World Heritage Centre)
Explore the Historic Centre, a city with a vast outer wall and a rich cultural legacy, reflecting centuries of Roman domination.
Visit the magnificent Romanesque/Gothic Cathedral (the largest medieval cathedral in Portugal).
A visit to the Bones Chapel at São Francisco’s church is a must.
Monsaraz
Explore this medieval village, known for its shale streets and fortified walls, and enjoy the stunning views.
Local Culture and Cuisine: Experience the traditional and exquisite gastronomy of the Alentejo region with lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit a locally owned pottery center specializing in handmade pottery.
