Arrive in Lisbon and transfer into the countryside to our home for the week near Évora.

Settle into the rhythm of the farm—wide open skies, quiet surroundings, and a slower pace of life. In the evening, we’ll gather for a welcome drink and shared dinner, easing into the days ahead together.

Our first full day begins simply—on foot.

We’ll head out for a gentle hike through the Alentejo landscape, moving past olive groves, cork forests, and small villages that feel unchanged by time. This is a day to arrive not just physically, but mentally—letting the noise of travel fall away.

Afternoon is open for rest, time on the land, or connecting with the group.

Bike towards Igrejinha, one of the most picturesque villages in the Alentejo, known for its bright white houses painted with colorful stripes.

The day is rich in visits to local producers, it's hard to select in between the many choices.

You will ride through peaceful countryside and hardly meet any cars.

Discover how cork is harvested, sorted and transformed, and learn about the countless uses of this extraordinary natural material and one of Portugal’s most iconic exports. All this in a guided visit to the Cork factory.

Visits

• Divor dam

• Igrejinha village

• Cork factory

Food & tasting

• Freshly squeezed lemonade at Monte do Serrado de Baixo

• Winery Fitapreta, set in a 14th century palace

• Winery of Comenda, set in a family estate.

• Winery of Coelheiros, where you may also book a jeep tour around the estate to learn about its sustainable project.

• Pepe Aromas, aPrickly pear plantation (included in PLUS tours)
  

Cycling details

Distance: 47 km/ 29.2 miles with transfer back to the hotel, or 66 km/ 41 miles if you cycle all the way back to the hotel

Difficulty: Easy+ / Medium if you cycle all the way back to the hotel

Terrain: Soft hills and secondary roads

Total ascent: 215 m/ 705 feet

Moinho do Alcaide

Enjoy a peaceful kayaking experience on the calm waters near Évora, paddling along the river Degebe or across the scenic Divor Lake. Surrounded by open countryside and birdsong, this gentle activity offers a moment of true relaxation. After kayaking, take a short walk along the riverbank, where local wildlife and grazing animals complete the tranquil setting.

Visits

• River Degebe or Divor Lake

Food & Tasting

• Picnic lunch in nature
  

Kayaking details

Difficulty: Easy, flat water

Cycling from farm to Valongo

Today’s ride is one of the easiest and most peaceful stages of a cycling holiday in the Alentejo, following long sections of a new, traffic-free ecotrail.

Along the way, cyclists can choose to stay on the ecotrail for a fully immersive natural experience or take optional detours through small villages, stopping for coffee, meeting locals, or enjoying a picnic in scenic surroundings. The day ends with a well-earned wine tasting, followed by a transfer back to our farm.

Visits

• Ecotrail

• Village of Nossa Senhora de Machede

• Leather artisan

• Castle of Valongo

Food & tasting

• Local café at Nossa Senhora de Machede

• Local restaurant in Montoito

• Ervideira Winery
  

Cycling details

Distance: 40 km without the wine tasting and with transfer from Castelo de Valongo or 50 km with the wine tasting and transfer from the end of the route

Difficulty: Easy+

Terrain: Gentle rolling roads with last 6 km on dirt road

Total ascent: 291m / 954 feet

We’ll share breakfast, take in the last moments of this place, and begin our journey back to Lisbon.

We step into a different kind of landscape today—lush, layered, and almost dreamlike.

A private guided day takes us into Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site once favored by Portuguese royalty. We’ll explore the iconic Pena Palace, perched high above the hills, and wander the charming village below.

From there, we continue to the edge of the continent—Cabo da Roca, where land meets the vast Atlantic.

The day unfolds along the coastline, passing dramatic beaches and stopping in Cascais, a former fishing village turned seaside town, with time to walk, explore, or enjoy fresh seafood.

We return to Lisbon in the early evening.

Two full days to experience Lisbon however you’d like.

Wander through historic neighborhoods, ride the iconic tram, explore viewpoints overlooking the city, or simply sit at a café and take it all in.

We’ll share recommendations, but the day is yours.

We travel by train to Porto, watching the Portuguese landscape shift as we move north.

Arrival in the afternoon with time to settle in and explore the city’s riverside charm.

A free day in Porto.

Walk along the Douro River, explore the historic center, visit wine cellars, or simply enjoy the slower, soulful energy of the city.

Depart from Porto (or Lisbon, depending on your travel plans), carrying with you the rhythm of the past days—something slower, quieter, and more rooted.