Companions programme

Monday, 16.05.2016 | 10h00—17h00

From the fishing village of Sesimbra, to a Winery south of Lisbon and the famous ‘Cristo Rei’, which offers a lovely view over the Tagus river and the city of Lisbon. A unique opportunity to get to know the beautiful District of Setúbal.

10h00 - Departure from Lisbon towards Almada
10h30 – Visit to 'Cristo Rei'
12h00 – Visit to the village of Sesimbra and lunch
14h00 – Departure from Sesimbra towards 'Quinta da Bacalhôa' (famous vineyard)
14h30 – Wine tasting and visit to the Estate and Palace of 'Bacalhôa'
16h30 – Visit to 'Vila Nogueira de Azeitão'
17h30 – Return to the Hotel

Sesimbra (more information here)

            
Sesimbra, located at the Setúbal Bay, is blessed with a wonderful coastline, beautiful beaches and huge cliffs that surround the town. It is truly a wonderful place that doesn’t fall short on diverse natural beauty. From forests, to hills, to the crystal water beach right in front of the town, it is the perfect place for a walk along the ocean.
Quinta da Bacalhôa
One of the biggest and most innovative wine-making companies in Portugal. Visit a place filled with history that dates back more than 400 years. From Portuguese hand-painted tiles and private art collection to the gardens and vineyards, the estate and Palace of Bacalhôa is a wonderful experience, accompanied of course with a glass of wine.

            
Queijo de Azeitão                                         Wine Tourism

Tuesday, 17.05.2016 | 10h00—17h30

Visit to the ancient Monastery of Alcobaça and the city of Óbidos, located on a hilltop, where we visit the medieval town inside the walls of the castle, and get to taste the famous drink ‘Ginjinha de Óbidos’.
10h00 – Departure from Lisbon towards Alcobaça
11h30 – Visit to the Monastery of Alcobaça and walk along the city
12h45 – Departure for Óbidos
13h30 – Lunch time and visit to the town and the castle
16h00 – Return to Lisbon
17h30 – Arrival to the Hotel

Óbidos (more information here)

This ancient Portuguese Citadel had its origins in a Roman settlement, and the region has been inhabited since the Paleolithic. A beautiful medieval town, located inside the walls of the castle.
Alcobaça
Famous by the Monastery of Alcobaça, this city become noticeable in the 12th Century, when the first king of Portugal decided to build the largest church of the country, that later evolved to the Monastery of Alcobaça. Inside the monastery, you can find the tombs of Pedro I of Portugal and his murdered mistress Inês de Castro. A tragic love story you will surely get to know.
                 
http://www.obidos.pt/