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Some of Portugal's prettiest villages and medieval fortress towns
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The magnificent castles of Marvão and Castelo de Vide |
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Farms growing vines, almonds, oranges and much more |
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Wild flowers in abundance | |
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At the heart of the Alto Alentejo lies the Parque Natural of the Serra de São Mamede whose diverse geology and capricious climate, caught between the Atlantic and Mediterranean, encourage a fascinating range of flora and fauna; griffon vultures and Bonellis eagle circle over head while deer and boar live among the chestnut and oak trees. On the green slopes of the Serra are the towns of Castelo de Vide with its famous castle and medieval Jewish quarter with the oldest synagogue in Europe and Marvão with its narrow streets of whitewashed houses and arguably the best-preserved castle in Portugal. | |
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ITINERARY |
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Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
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Arrival
A circular walk from Castelo de Vide following ancient mule tracks through the heart of this region passing the much revered Fonte de Carvoeiro and the old village of Carrierras, 14km/8.5miles.
A circular walk to the Spanish frontier from the village of Gallegos passing the Marmitas de Gigante caves through picturesque countryside, 16km/10miles.
Marvão and its spectacular panoramic setting are the main features of today's circular walk, 8.5km/5.1miles.
A very beautiful walk from the medieval village of Reguengo with time in the afternoon to visit the winery of Portalegre, 13km/7.5miles.
Departure.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Public transport to the Alto Alentejo is difficult but not impossible; this holiday is better suited to those that have a hire car. However if you prefer to use public transport we can arrange taxi transfers to and from the local train station. |
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5 night's accommodation in a twin room with en-suite facilities and breakfast at a 17th century restored town house on the edge of Castelo de Vide |
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4 packed lunches |
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2 dinners |
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Comprehensive walking notes |
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NOT INCLUDED
3 dinners, transport to and from the area and to and from the walks, travel insurance
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Arrival Point |
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Airports – Lisbon or Faro
Cost per person:
October to March: £345.00, $690.00 or 500euro
April to September: £395.00, $790.00 or 573euro |
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