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11 Days
From 4,678 EUR per person
2 - 8
Our tour is designed to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience of Jewish rural heritage in Portugal. You’ll visit historic villages, explore preserved sites, and learn about the rich traditions that have shaped these communities. We aim to offer an authentic and deeply insightful journey.
We’ll begin in the north, exploring the Jewish heritage present in cities like Porto and Aveiro, and then delve into the beautiful mountain regions.
You’ll visit Belmonte, a village famous for its hidden Jewish community, and explore its historical streets. We’ll journey through the Serra da Estrela, visiting villages like Alvoco da Serra, Cabeça, Loriga, Manteigas, Sabugueiro, and Piodão, each with unique stories of Jewish presence.
We’ll explore Torre and Vale do Rossim to see the natural beauty of the area. We will also visit Gouveia and Linhares da Beira. This region showcases the diverse ways Jewish heritage is woven into Portugal’s rural landscape.
Next, we’ll explore central Portugal, where we’ll discover the Jewish heritage in historic cities like Coimbra and ancient sites like Idanha-a-Velha. You’ll visit Coimbra, exploring its old Jewish Quarter near the university, and then travel to Idanha-a-Velha, a village with layers of history.
We’ll visit Caria and Castelo Novo, seeing how Jewish life was integrated into the local culture. We will also explore Sortelha, a beautiful medieval village. This region offers insights into the historical and cultural significance of Jewish rural heritage in Portugal.
Throughout our tour, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with local communities and hear their stories. We’ll visit local museums and cultural centers, to see the local history.
We’ll also meet knowledgeable guides who will share their insights and perspectives. You’ll learn about the customs and traditions that have been preserved in these rural areas.
We’ll taste traditional foods and experience the warm hospitality of the Portuguese countryside. This is a journey of cultural exchange and discovery.
Our tour will take you through diverse landscapes, from mountain ranges to ancient villages, allowing you to appreciate the natural beauty and historical significance of these areas.
We’ll visit Penha Garcia, a geological park, and see the unique landscapes. We’ll explore historical sites that reveal the layers of history in these rural communities.
You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how Jewish communities adapted to and thrived in these diverse environments.
Custom-made: The tour highlights are just suggestions of places to visit. The tour itinerary will be designed according to your preferences;
The values indicated are per person and vary depending on the number of people.
Lisbon airport, hotel and cruise transfers to and from all destinations in Portugal
Transport up to 8 adult passengers
Free Wi-Fi in all vehicles
Special rates for airport and cruise transfers
We will meet you inside the airport terminal arrivals and holding a sign with your name written on it
High quality service
Any changes made after booking confirmation along the tour will not be refundable, and the resulting costs will be considered extras and paid by the customer.
Our tours are spoken in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.
If you must cancel your trip, penalties may apply based on the total trip price.
Cancellation requests must be made by email.
Before you enter into a contract with us, we reserve the right to change any of the facilities or services described in our brochure or website. We also reserve the right to cancel the booking do to weather and/or other conditions. Any changes are usually very minor and we will advise you at the earliest possible date. If a major change, such as change in departure time, becomes necessary, we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible your tours begins. When a major change or cancellation occurs you will have the choice of accepting the change of arrangements, purchasing another available tour from us, or cancelling your tour. If booking is cancelled we will refund all payments made directly to us in respect of the tour price. We will not refund any personal expenses you may have incurred as a result of your booking such as flight payments for land-only tours, travel insurance, equipment purchases, visas, vaccinations etc.