Top Alentejo Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

A tour through the historic center of Elvas that allows you to visit the main military and religious monuments of the city, classified as World Heritage, accompanied by official guides.

Experience the beautiful and rugged coastline of Portugal as you embark on a Jeep tour to the Espichel Cape. Alongside a private guide, make the journey to the Espichel Cape area to see the Bicas and Foz beaches as well as the religious sanctuary right on the cape. Then journey to the Arrabida Natural Park for a short hike to a secret beach for a swim.

Navigating Arrábida Natural Park as a first-timer can be difficult. Guarantee you don't get lost on your hike to the peak and take the most scenic routes by opting for a private tour with convenient transfers from Lisbon. Learn about the local flora and fauna you see along the way from your guide.

Walking tour through the streets of the historic center of the city of Borba with stops at different places to taste the different and typical Alentejo delicacies

This all-inclusive Fado tour offers a personalized and immersive experience that sets it apart from other Fado tours. You’ll explore the historic Alfama district, the birthplace of Fado, with a knowledgeable guide who provides deep insight into the culture and the Portuguese feeling of "saudade." Unlike other tours, this one features a scenic drive through Lisbon at night, stopping at a beautiful viewpoint to admire the city lights. The evening concludes in an authentic Fado house, where you'll enjoy a traditional Portuguese dinner paired with local wine, all while being serenaded by soulful melodies. With its customized approach and the chance to witness Fado, a UNESCO World Heritage tradition, in an intimate setting, this tour offers a truly unforgettable and unique experience.

The “Adventure Circuit” is an experience for those looking for strong emotions, an activity that combines various modalities such as climbing, abseiling, caving and walking.  Dare you! And discover one of the most extraordinary places of Arrábida Natural Park !!

Enjoy a day of deep sea fishing off of Portugal’s Sesimbra Coast on this experiential tour. Meet your crew at the Sesimbra Harbor, then try your luck at catching mackerel, red snapper or sea bream and learn proper baiting techniques. Along the journey, you’ll see the Arrabida and National Sea Reserve, Espichel Cape and hidden beaches and coves.

Get ready for fun and culture. We start at Sesimbra Castle where you can see fabulous views of the town of Sesimbra and talk about its history. After? Next is the tour to the Cabo Espichel Sanctuary, with a visit to the Church of Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel, Ermida da Memória, Hopedarias, Casa da Opera and Mãe D`Agua.

You will never be alone in discovering the fantastic city, our guides are unique sharing their life, and their lack of penitence to show you the city's secrets. It was going to be an unforgettable day.

In addition to observing the dolphins, we present the didactic component on the marine environment. and the biodiversity included in it, as well as about geology archaeological / historical area.

Join this walking tour of Evora to hear all about its history, including legends and stories, from your guide. A small-group tour means you can have an intimate experience while keeping costs down. Don't stick to a fixed route; instead, go with the flow, according to your group’s interests. Snacks are also included to keep you energized during the tour.

This private guided tour will introduce you to cork, one of Alentejo's natural riches, accompanied by a guide specialized who will show you a cork processing factory and show you the natural environment (Montado) characteristic of Alentejo, in one of the most beautiful portuguese views from the top of the incredible Évora Monte castle. Cork is a plant material of Cork Oak (Quercus suber). Lightweight, resistant, and with great insulating power, it is an increasingly used raw material in the world with several applications. Portugal is currently responsible for the world production of 50% of cork and Alentejo is the region of excellence in the production and use of this natural treasure, which has always been part of the culture of the Alentejo communities.

Visit to the Castle of Sesimbra, historical monument with panoramic view to the whole village of Sesimbra, passage through the Natural Park of Arrábida, protected area with extraordinary landscape. Stop at different "view points" for viewing and photos. In Azeitão, visit the José Maria da Fonseca cellars with wine tasting at the end.

After an introduction to equipment and safety rules, participants will climb several routes with a low level of difficulty, however it is possible to experience higher levels.

In this tour you will get to know the true essence of the Arrábida Natural Park, through the eyes of a local, visiting places of extreme natural beauty and away from the crowds.

The walled village of Monsaraz is located atop a hill overlooking the Guadiana River and the modern Spanish border. Archaeological evidence indicates that the village has been occupied, in some form, since prehistory – understandable given its important location. Monsaraz boasts historic monuments, traditional homes, restaurants, cafes, and shops selling locally made products. Particularly notable is the Castle of Monsaraz, built by the Portuguese King Dinis in the 14th century. Join us on this tour to discover the enchanting medieval village and castle of Monsaraz. We’ll start by picking everyone up at the Roman Temple in Évora, then embark on a scenic 45-minute drive to the historic village of Monsaraz. Your tour guides are professional archaeologists specializing in the history of the region and look forward to showing you this spectacular village. Solo travellers are encouraged to message us directly regarding availability. - Iberian Heritage Tours

A unique opportunity to follow the day-to-day work of a goat shepherd and learn how to make cheese! Along the way, listen to your life stories and your knowledge of the region on the most diverse topics. This is a walk that keeps traditions and knowledge! Great walk to relax! At the end, enjoy a picnic with products from the region. In winter you may be around the fire!

Sailing on the Madame Bouquet sailboat is an experience that will be hard to forget. Setúbal belongs since November 14, 2002 to the exclusive Club of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World. Enjoy sweeping landscapes, beaches of unparalleled beauty, in an environmentally protected eco system. You will be able to navigate, safely, on the river Sado and on the coast of Arrábida, and discover the secrets of a place once inhabited by Phoenicians and Romans. Our friendly team, highly qualified in navigation and safety, will take you on a sensorial experience, of communion with nature and the aquatic environment, on a coast that is one of the wonders of Portugal.

Sintra was for a long time a royal sanctuary, with its farms and palaces. The Peña National Palace on top of the hill is known for its extravagant appearance and colors and for its stunning landscape... Cape da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. Passage through Cascais and Estoril. This is our proposal for another incredible tour, in a unique place, mystical and full of history. But being a private tour, if the customer has any preference, we can adjust the itinerary according to the possibilities.

Tour with exit from Sesimbra towards Lisbon. Visit to the Shrine of the Christ King. Passage through the 25th of April Bridge towards Bethlehem, where you can visit the Monastery of Jerónimos, the Pattern of Discoveries and the Tower of Bethlehem. Lunch in a restaurant in the Docas de Lisboa (or other suggestion). Free time in the area of Lisbon (Rossio and Chiado). Pass by Alfama on the way back and pass by Vasco da Gama Bridge until you arrive in Sesimbra.

Adventure yourself on an off-road journey through the Alentejo's "montado" (cork and holm oak forest)! We offer you an option of driving tour, that will give you a wonderful overview of the forest as you plough through the dirt tracks of the farm. For those who have a passion for vintage cars, or simply a sense of history and adventure, you can opt for a tour in one of two 50-year-old Land Rovers, one an open top and the other a hard top. Your expert guides will show you the highlights and explain in detail what makes the cork forest such an important and diverse ecosystem. Our guides, are guaranteed to enlighten (and entertain!) you at how little you knew about cork and its amazing properties! After the tour, enjoy a tasting of Maroteira wines, accompanied by Iberian pork ham and typical, regional sheep cheese. At the end of the morning/afternoon, you will have lunch in a typical, local Alentejo restaurant, with a traditional menu of the region, accompanied by Alentejo wines.

Discover the Total Adventure Circuit and the Arrábida Natural Park with a group of highly qualified experts, and nature and adventure sports for over 30 years. Arrábida Natural Park’s Arrábida Rue is the ideal place for a Total Adventure Circuit. Inside the Natural Park, hidden and protected by the millennial and exclusive endemic flora of the park, is the imposing and famous geo-monument of the Fenda da Arrábida, with natural caves and rocky walls with dozens of meters high, obstacles you will have to overcome. You will get to know this natural space better, its fauna, flora and geology, as you adventure to overcome various natural and artificial obstacles, using various techniques, such as climbing, rapel or horizontal and vertical progression via Via-Ferrata, always safe and accompanied by experienced monitors, equipped with individual protection equipment.

Take the scenic route with this private tour transfer from Lisbon to Seville with stops along the Algarve coast. Enjoy photo opportunities at picturesque villages and beaches while traveling in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup. Avoid multiple legs by train or bus and arrive relaxed and refreshed for your next adventure.

Turn Evora into your personal playground with this self-guided quest featuring ancient Roman history and archaeological wonders. Your smartphone becomes your guide, leading you through a trail of riddles, puzzles, and hidden local stories. Each solved challenge opens the next chapter of the adventure. You'll discover fascinating spots and untold stories while having fun with friends or family. Available 24/7, this 1–2 hour private adventure starts whenever you're ready. Stop for coffee, snap photos, explore freely. Available in 5+ languages.