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Historic Villages of Beira Baixa

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Historic Villages of Beira Baixa

The Historic Villages of Beira Baixa itinerary unveils the rich cultural and natural heritage of the region. In Belmonte, the birthplace of Pedro Álvares Cabral, the Jewish community and castle stand out. Sortelha and Sabugal offer medieval castles and landscapes that evoke ancient times. In Idanha-a-Velha, Roman ruins and walls reveal the history of one of the oldest towns in Portugal. The route passes through Monsanto, with houses carved into the rock, and ends in Penha Garcia, where the Fossil Route and charming watermills can be found.

PROGRAM

Day 1: Belmonte

Morning: Departure from the starting point. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon: The tour begins in Belmonte, a village with profound historical and cultural significance. Visit to Belmonte Castle, once the stronghold of Pedro Álvares Cabral's family, offers a chance to explore their role in the Age of Discoveries. The Synagogue and the Jewish Museum tell the story of Belmonte's Jewish community, which survived the Inquisition in secrecy and continues to preserve its traditions. Finally, visit to the Discoveries Museum, which explores the global impact of Portuguese maritime voyages.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 2: Sortelha | Sabugal | Idanha-a-Velha

Morning: Discover Sortelha, with a visit to its Castle and Pillory. Located at the heart of the main square, it offers a glimpse into the village's past legal and administrative history. The tour continues to Sabugal, with a visit to its Castle and Clock Tower, providing insight into the administrative organization of the villages in this region of Portugal. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon: Continue to Idanha-a-Velha, one of the oldest villages in Portugal, founded by the Romans. Visit the Cathedral, which reveals the religious and architectural layers of the village, and the Roman Walls, which highlight the strategic importance of this site in antiquity.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 3: Monsanto | Penha Garcia

Morning: Explore Monsanto, known as the "Most Portuguese Village," where granite houses sculpted between giant rocks form a unique landscape. Visit the Castle and the Chapel of São Miguel, with its isolated location and historical importance. The journey continues to Penha Garcia, with a visit to the Fossil Route, a trail where visitors can observe rock formations millions of years old, as well as fossil footprints. Along the route, the ancient Water Mills, used by generations of local inhabitants, complement the picturesque landscape. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon: Return to the starting point.

INDIVIDUAL BOOKINGS

The booking process begins by filling out the booking form, indicating the desired itinerary and dates. You can access the booking form by clicking here.
Wait for our confirmation email with the program and details for the deposit payment.
Make the deposit payment within 5 days as per the amount specified for each itinerary in order to confirm your booking. If there is no contact or deposit payment, the reservation will be canceled.
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 30 days before the departure date.

Cancellation Conditions:

Deposit Refund

The deposit paid can be fully refunded up to 30 days before departure

.From 30 to 15 days before departure, 50% of the deposit will be retained

.From 14 to 0 days before departure, 100% of the deposit will be retained.

Full Payment Refund

If the full trip has been paid, the cancellation conditions are as follows:

• Up to 30 days before departure – Full refund of the amount paid.

• From 29 to 15 days before departure – 50% of the amount paid will be retained.

• From 14 to 0 days before departure – 100% of the amount paid will be retained.

GROUP BOOKINGS | AGENCIES | ORGANIZATIONS

The booking process starts with filling out our booking form, indicating the desired circuit, dates, and number of participants. Be sure to clearly indicate the name and full contact information of the group representative. Participant details will be provided later.You can access the booking form by clicking here.
Wait for the confirmation of your booking via email, along with the necessary documents.
Meeting for itinerary customization (if required).
Send all necessary documents and files to Culturália for the booking (including full contact details of participants) within the specified deadlines.
Your group booking will only be confirmed after the deposit payment for the chosen circuit.
The full payment for the booking and submission of all required information must be completed 30 days before the departure date.

PRICE PER PERSON*:

In a double room: 2 people, with a double bed.	375 €
In a twin room: 2 people, with separate beds.	375 €
In a single room: 1 person.	465 €

PRICE*: The prices presented are an estimate based on: 40 participants, a 50-seat bus departing from the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, accommodation in a 4* standard hotel during the mid-season, and meals with a full menu. Prices may vary depending on the prices at the time of booking and the group's preferences. To receive a personalized quote, please fill out the Group Reservation Form.

Deposit: 100€

Bookings up to 30 days before departure

The prices include:

Bus tour in a tourist coach
5 full-menu meals (Appetizer or Soup, Main Course, Dessert, Coffee, Wine, and Water with meals. Some restaurants may provide juices and soft drinks in the menu)
A tour guide accompanying the group as a representative of the company
Local guides for visits and activities
All entries and visits mentioned in the program
Accommodation in a 4* hotel or 3* hotel with breakfast
Civil liability and personal accident insurance

SEATS ON THE BUS:

Seats on the bus are pre-assigned based on the order of boarding and the seniority of the reservation.

PACE: Medium

To participate in this itinerary, you should:

Be comfortable with several days of visits and an itinerary that alternates between bus journeys and short walks through the villages visited.
Be able to keep up with a group at a moderate pace on sometimes uneven terrain with possible stairs.
Be able to follow a medium-paced program, which may require early mornings and arriving at the hotel only at the end of the day for dinner and rest.
Be comfortable following a guide and respecting all instructions given.
Tolerate some changes in temperature and unstable weather.

ACCOMMODATION: Accommodation is planned in a 4* or 3* hotel.

VISITS INCLUDED: