
Explorers of Mafra
Itinerary: Aldeia da Mata Pequena l Malveira Milharado Gradil Azueira Sobral da Abelheira Sobreiro Mafra Ericeira
This itinerary invites families to discover Mafra through its landscapes, heritage, traditions, and experiences in contact with nature. Over six days, participants will explore places that reveal the diversity of the region: from traditional villages and rural memories to experiences with animals, from outdoor adventures to local flavors, passing through the history of the National Palace of Mafra and the connection to the sea in Ericeira.
Day 1: Aldeia da Mata Pequena l Malveira l Milharado
Morning: The route begins in Aldeia da Mata Pequena , a restored village that preserves the identity of the old rural communities through its traditional houses, stone streets, and elements of rural architecture. This is followed by an experience at the local equestrian club , where families can interact with horses through a riding lesson, promoting learning, confidence, and a fun experience with the animals.
Afternoon: The route continues with a tasting of Trouxas da Malveira , a typical sweet from the region. The day ends at the Cabeço do Milharado Mills , testaments to the agricultural tradition and the importance of milling in the lives of local communities.
Day 2: Gradil l Azueira
Morning: The morning is dedicated to the Iberian Wolf Recovery Center , a space dedicated to conservation and environmental awareness, where it is possible to learn more about this species and the work being done to protect it. The visit provides close contact with nature and an educational approach to biodiversity.
Afternoon: The afternoon takes us to a local farm , a rural setting that invites a family experience through various activities connected to the countryside, such as a picnic. This moment allows you to discover rural daily life in a relaxed atmosphere.
Day 3: Sobral da Abelheira l Cork Oak
Morning: The day begins at Megacampo - Paintball & Adventure Park , a space dedicated to outdoor adventure, where families can participate in challenging, strategic, and cooperative activities, promoting moments of fun and team spirit.
Afternoon: The tour continues at the José Franco Village Museum , a recreation of traditional rural life that preserves local memories, crafts, and customs. The visit is complemented by bread-making or pottery workshops, allowing visitors to experiment with artisanal techniques and create their own pieces.
Day 4: Mafra
Morning: The morning is dedicated to the National Palace of Mafra , a UNESCO World Heritage site where the imposing architecture, artistic richness, and history of the monarchy intersect in a unique space. The visit allows visitors to explore the cultural dimension of this monumental complex, complemented by a tasting of Fradinho , a typical regional sweet.
Afternoon: The afternoon takes us to the Tapada Nacional de Mafra , a former royal hunting ground transformed into an environmental preservation area, where the forest, fauna and biodiversity stand out, and it is possible to observe deer, fallow deer and wild boar. An experience of contact with nature and the surrounding landscape of Mafra.
Day 5: Ericeira
Morning: The morning is dedicated to the Cova da Baleia Adventure Park , an outdoor activity space offering tree climbing, zip-lining, and go-karting. It provides moments of fun, challenge, and discovery for families, in a safe environment surrounded by nature.
Afternoon: The route continues in Ribeira d'Ilhas , one of the most emblematic beaches on the Mafra coast and an international surfing reference. Here, visitors can experience contact with the sea through a surf or Stand Up Paddle lesson , discovering the region's relationship with water sports.
Day 6: Ericeira
Morning: The last day begins with a tour of the village of Ericeira , an old fishing village marked by its connection to the sea, its traditional streets, and the characteristic atmosphere of the Atlantic coast. The tour includes a tasting of Ouriço , a typical sweet associated with the local gastronomic identity.
Afternoon: The afternoon ends at Santa Marta Park , a leisure area next to the historic center of Ericeira, where families can enjoy a relaxing moment with a game of mini-golf.
SERVICES INCLUDED:
Tour by tourist bus.
11 meals with a complete menu (Starters or Soup, Main Course, Dessert, Coffee, Wine and Water with meals. Some restaurants offer juices and soft drinks as part of the menu).
Tour guide acting as a company representative.
Local guides for visits and activities.
All visits and activities mentioned in the program, including the necessary equipment.
Accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel, or in rural accommodation with breakfast.
Liability and personal accident insurance.
PACE: Medium
To participate in this itinerary, you must:
Feel comfortable with several days of visits and an itinerary that alternates between bus journeys and short walks in the historical centers of the places visited.
To be able to keep up at a moderate walking pace on sometimes uneven ground and occasional stairs.
Being able to follow a moderate-paced program, which may involve getting up early for several days and only arriving at the hotel at the end of the day to have dinner and rest.
Feel comfortable following a guide and respecting all instructions given.
Tolerate some temperature changes and unstable weather.















