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7 nights in Portugal
Overview
Introduction
The bustling city of Lisbon, the second oldest capital in Europe, and the quieter Alentejo region, still deserted, are both historically rich and enchanting. Known as the city of seven hills, Lisbon is full of museums, churches, squares and quaint cobbled streets waiting to be explored – there is something to suit all. The charismatic Alentejo is a gastronomic haven and a delight to visit. Boasting many hilltop towns, monasteries and castles – hardly touched by time; a wondrous unspoiled landscape and a relaxed pace of life, the Alentejo makes the perfect extension to a stay in Lisbon.
Itinerary includes:
- Return flights to Lisbon Airport
- Private transfer on arrival
- Car hire (5 days)
- 3 Nights at Hotel As Janelas Verdes, Lisbon (Bed & Breakfast)
- 2 Nights at Herdade da Malhadinha Nova, Albernoa (Bed & Breakfast)
- A 3-course evening meal (excluding drinks)
- 2 Nights at Naturarte Campo, Sao Luis (Bed & Breakfast)
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
Agenda
Day 1 - Day of arrival
On arrival at Lisbon airport, you will be transferred to the hotel.
Overnight at the Heritage As Janelas Verdes Hotel, Lisbon.
Heritage As Janelas Verdes Hotel, Lisbon
Day 2 - Day at leisure
Opportunity to explore the capital of Portugal, where past and present stand side by side in harmony. Do not miss the cobbled streets and historic houses of the Alfama district; the traditional shopping area of Baixa and thecultural zone of Belém area.
Overnight at the Heritage As Janelas Verdes Hotel, Lisbon.
Belem Tower, Lisbon
Day 3 - Day at leisure
Time to enjoy more of the sites and views that Lisbon has to offer, or to do some shopping in the city that is considered amongst the loveliest, yet least known of all European capitals. The Belém Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage site; the Santa Justa Elevator – for admirable views; the lively Rossio Square, with its two baroque fountains and neo- classical national theatre ‘Dona Maria II’, and the Avenida da Liberdade – Lisbon’s main avenue should not be missed.
Overnight at the Heritage As Janelas Verdes Hotel, Lisbon.
Rossio Square, Lisbon
Day 4 - Baixo Alentejo
After breakfast, collect your hire car from Lisbon’s downtown office and drive to Albernoa (c.2-hours 30 minutes). Afternoon at leisure at the Herdade da Malhadinha Nova, your accommodation for the next two nights. Relax in the spa or beside the swimming pool, hire a bicycle or participate in a guided tour of the estate and winery – the choice is yours. In the evening a 3-course dinner (excluding drinks) is included at the estate’s Gourmet restaurant.
Overnight at the Herdade Da Malhadinha Nova, Baixo Alentejo (coastal).
Herdade Da Malhadinha Nova
Day 5 - Beja
Opportunity to explore the surrounding Alentejo countryside and the town of Beja (c.30-minutes drive) with its 13th century castle; the Church of Santa Maria – once a Visigoth temple then a mosque – and the Visigoth Basilica ofSanto Amaro. The walled town of Mertola is also worthy of a visit (c.1-hour’s drive). Perched on a hilltop, on the edge of the Guardiana National Park, the town appears almost frozen in time, with narrow streets that lead upwards to the ruins of a 13th century castle.
Overnight at the Herdade Da Malhadinha Nova, Baixo Alentejo (coastal).
Beja
Day 6 - Day at leisure
After breakfast, drive to São Luis (c.1 hour 30 minutes) and check-in at the Naturarte Campo where you have free use of the tennis courts and mountain bikes.
Overnight at the Naturarte Campo, Baixo Alentejo (coastal).
Natuarte Campo
Day 7 - Explore Alentejo
Opportunity to explore the vast Alentejo coastline including the Roman ruins in Troia; tidal mills on the River Mira; the small fishing harbour of Lapa de Pombas near Almograve beach and some traditional villages. Alternatively take a stroll on the Rota Vicentina walking trail which runs close to the property.
Overnight at the Naturarte Campo, Baixo Alentejo (coastal).
Coastline of Alentejo
Day 8 - Day of departure
After breakfast, commence your journey to Lisbon airport for your return flight to the UK.
Accommodation
Heritage As Janelas Verdes Hotel - Night 1 to 3
This beautiful late 18th century aristocratic mansion, formerly the home of the Portuguese novelist Eca de Queiroz, has been converted into a charming and exclusive hotel.
This beautiful late 18th century aristocratic mansion, formerly the home of the Portuguese novelist Eca de Queiroz, has been converted into a charming and exclusive hotel. The property is full of character and c.20- minutes walk from the central Rossio area. The Museum of Ancient Art is well placed next door.
Accommodation
- 29 air-conditioned rooms including classic rooms and superior bairro rooms.
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast (served until 12:00) can be taken in the courtyard during the summer months
- Snacks (sandwiches, fruit and yoghurt) can be prepared on request locally at any time of day
- Honesty bars in the library and lounge
- Small library on the top floor with panoramic terrace
- Complimentary WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Ivy covered courtyard with fountain
- Lift
- Private underground parking (payable locally c.15 Euros per day) - recommend reserving a space in advance
Tourist Tax: There is a tourist tax for all visitors staying in Lisbon. The tax will apply to all hotels and pousadas and must be paid directly to the hotel at the end of your stay. Children under 13 years old are exempt. The amount payable is 2 Euros per person per night with a maximum payment of 7 consecutive nights.
Herdade Da Malhadinha Nova - Night 4 to 5
Malhadinha Nova is a family-owned, 450 hectare country estate set in the heart of the Alentejo region.
Malhadinha Nova is a family-owned, 450 hectare country estate set in the heart of the Alentejo region. The estate produces traditional, regional products of the highest quality including award-winning wines, the famous Alentejo black pork and pureblood Alentejo beef.
Guest accommodation is offered in an Alentejo-style country farmhouse which affords stunning views over the estate. This is one of our most highly praised properties and from the elegant bedrooms - decorated with tiled floors and a mixture of designer and rustic furniture, it is easy to see why.
The Malhadinha Gourmet restaurant, with views over the estate, uses locally sourced produce to create modern interpretations of traditional Alentejo dishes. Guests can also enjoy a selection of wines produced on the estate.
In 2020, Malhadinha Nova added five new exclusive villas, some sold as independent villas and others as suites, to its portfolio, adding 20 rooms to the existing 10 in the original house. They also became a member of the Relais & Chateaux brand for excellence.
6 housing units with a unique personality
Perfectly integrated into the landscape, Herdade da Malhadinha Nova has six guest accommodations, five on the estate and another one five kilometres away in the village of Albernoa. They portray the various chapters in the history of this family-style project built around wine. All different yet all the same, with a unique character and purpose, the central planks connecting the different spaces together are privacy, exclusivity and luxury.
Accommodation
Malhadinha Country House has 10 air-conditioned rooms including 7 standard rooms, 1 junior suite and 2 suites. There is a lounge, wine bar, outdoor swimming pool (6 x 10m) - open all year and a Spa with Jacuzzi and Turkish bath.
- Standard Rooms (32 sqm) with air-conditioning, king size bed, bathroom (bath and shower), underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipod docking station, designer furniture (Philippe Starck lamps, coat racks and side tables) and country-cottage fittings.
- Junior Suite (90 sqm) with air-conditioning, king size bed, bathroom (bath and shower), separate living room which can accommodate an extra bed for a child (2-11yrs), underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipod docking station, designer furniture (Philippe Starck lamps, coat racks and side tables) and country-cottage fittings.
- Suites (90 sqm) with air-conditioning, king size Dux bed, bathroom (shower), living area with fireplace and bathtub. Free-standing stairs lead up to the second bed, tucked away in the loft area - suitable for two children (2-11yrs). There is underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipod docking station, designer furniture (Philippe Starck lamps, coat racks and side tables) and country-cottage fittings.
Casa das Pedras has 4 exclusive suites each, with individual terraces and private pools. These suites are more contemporary in approach than the other spaces with a heavy focus on design, the mixture of mortar and wood give the construction and décor a minimalist and individual character. Within the building are a Spa (massage room, Jacuzzi and Turkish bath), living room with fireplace, library, wine bar, porches and terraces with lounge and leisure areas overlooking vineyards and the Alentejo plains and a swimming pool.
- Suites (100 sqm) with air-conditioning, king-size bed, bathroom (bath and shower), living room, underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipad, Bose sound system, designer furniture (Philippe Starck lamps, coat racks and side tables), private terrace and outdoor pool with unique views of the Alentejo plains.
Casa do Ancoradouro has 7 exclusive suites. The house has an exterior shared swimming pool and many balconies and porches for common use. Located at the highest point of the estate, the amply sized pool gives the sensation of hanging, immersed in the surrounding landscape. There is a kitchen, library, wine bar, lounge and games area with table tennis and snooker tables.
- Suites (100 sqm) with air-conditioning, king-size bed, bathroom (bath and walk-in shower), living room, underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipad, Harman Kardon sound system, designer furniture (Philippe Starck lamps, coat racks and side tables), private terrace with unique views of the Alentejo plains.
Casa da Ribeira Villa has 3 suites all with private balconies and exterior areas with views over the Alentejo plains and an exterior pool. Located near the Ribeira de Terges, the building has a spacious kitchen and lounge-diner; the highlights are the old pharmacy cabinets turned into cupboards and shelves, a Moooi Perch Lamp by designer Umut Yamac, Portuguese sideboards by Olaio and white chairs designed by the German inventor and industrialist Michael Thonet in 1830, two iconic historical brands that have been given a new lease of life. Representing a new concept in villa accommodation, the building runs parallel to a shared swimming pool with a deck.
- 3-Bedroom Suite Villa (each suite 75 sqm) with air-conditioning, king-size bed, bathroom (bath and shower), living room, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipad, Bose sound system, designer furniture (Philippe Starck lamps, coat racks and side tables), private terrace with unique views of the Alentejo plains.
Casa das Artes e Ofícios Villa has 2 suites, kitchen, library, terraces and porches with sun loungers and an exterior swimming pool affording a view over the Alentejo plains. Located on the banks of the Ribeira de Terge, the house pays living homage to the arts and crafts. Almost every object can be bought and each, mostly made by local artisans, relates to a memory connecting the arts with the river running past.
- Suites (25 sqm) with air-conditioning, king-size bed, bathroom (bath and shower), living room, underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, ipad, sound system, complimentary minibar (water, juices and 2 bottles wine 750ml) refilled on request, SMEG fridge and unique views of the Alentejo plains. The two suites are located on a mezzanine floor.
Venda Grande Villa, located 5 kilometres away in the centre of Albernoa village, has 4 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and living room, traditional hardwood shutters and several antiques such as a 19th century upright piano and traditional wood burner.
- Suites (40 sqm) with air-conditioning, king-size bed, bathroom (bath and walk-in shower), living room, underfloor heating, hairdryer, telephone, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, sound system, complimentary minibar (water, juices and 2 bottles wine 750ml) refilled on request, SMEG fridge and unique views of the Alentejo plains. Each suite can accommodate an extra bed for an adult or child (2-11yrs).
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast including wood-baked bread, croissants, home-made cakes, fresh fruit juices and smoked sausages (Not included for Venda Grande villa but can be added for a supplement on request)
- Gourmet restaurant
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel
- Free parking provided next to each of the housing units
- 450 hectare estate growing organic agricultural products, raising cattle and with a stud farm
- Bicycle hire (free of charge)
- 1 hour of tennis court usage included
- Complimentary guided tour of the estate and winery included
- Numerous activities are possible locally and provide some unique experiences. Enjoy a balloon ride or skydive, a canoe ride down the Guadiana River, a gourmet picnic in the vineyards, birdwatching, wine tasting, guided walks and bike tours, traditional pastries workshops, treasure hunts or painting workshops for the kids - the list is endless
Minimum stay in all units: 2 nights
Naturarte Campo - Night 6 to 7
This delightful rural property is located on the outskirts of the village of São Luis within the Vicentina Coast Natural Park and between the mountains of Cercal and the River Mira.
This delightful rural property is located on the outskirts of the village of São Luis within the Vicentina Coast Natural Park and between the mountains of Cercal and the River Mira. The Naturarte Campo, managed by the same family for five generations, is set within a 250 hectare estate that has always been explored for forestry and agricultural use, mostly dedicated to the wine, cork and fruit production – the latter two remaining very productive to this day.
There are a number of works of art within the hotel, namely those by the owner’s relatives, J. Silva Graça and Marta de Menezes, who have been featured artists in several international exhibitions. The architecture is a marriage of both modern and traditional styles taking into account the surrounding nature. A variety of activities can be enjoyed in the area from hiking in the local hills and mountains; horse riding at the Picadeiro stables; strolling to the quaint hamlet of São Luis (800m); playing tennis or swimming in the pool.
Accommodation
- 12 air-conditioned units including 10 standard rooms and 2 one-bedroom apartments
- All units have a bathroom (bath and shower), hairdryer, cable TV, complimentary WiFi and safe deposit box
- DVD player and movies available on request
- The apartments have kitchenette (2 electric hobs, fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle), separate living room with double sofa bed (suitable for an adult or 2 children) and private terrace. The apartments can also accommodate an additional extra bed for a child
- One of the one-bedroom apartments connects to a standard room to make a 2-bedroom unit for a family
- 7 standard rooms will accommodate an extra bed for a child
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast
- Light meals served until 20:00. A daily set menu is served each evening (reservations required)
- Lounge
- Bar serving light meals
- Complimentary WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Outdoor swimming pool (15 x 8m) – open all year
- Tennis court (free)
- Horse riding available, at the Picadeiro stables within the estate - payable locally c.25 Euros per person per hour
- Free parking
- 14km to the coastal town of Vila Nova de Milfontes
- Mountain bikes (free)
- The nearby River Mira provides many opportunities for water sports (fishing, kayaking)
- Marked walking trails lead from the property to the village of São Luis (c.10 minutes walk). The village has a supermarket and restaurants
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Language
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