Itinerary: Porto | Guimarães | Braga | Amarante | Penafiel | Baião | Lamego | Viseu | Coimbra | Tomar | Nazaré | Alcobaça | Óbidos | Lisbon | Sintra | Évora | Alcácer do Sal

Join us on an 8-day journey through the medieval corners of Portugal, delving into the mysteries of these sacred places. Prepare to witness the intersection between the divine and the human, as we explore the symbolism interwoven in the structures that have withstood the test of time. This pilgrimage is more than just a trip; it's a quest for a profound understanding of the spiritual foundations that shaped Portugal's history.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TRIP:

• Discover the secrets behind sacred buildings that have stood the test of time, delving into the craftsmanship and meticulous details that define the sacred architecture of the Middle Ages in Portugal.

• Uncover the profound symbolism that permeates the medieval sacred sites of Portugal.

PROGRAM:

Day 1: Porto | Guimarães

Walking tour through the medieval center of Porto, including a visit to the Cathedral. Descent to the city center to visit the Old Customs House and the Convent of São Francisco. Route to Guimarães. Sacred medieval heritage of Guimarães, highlighting the Church of São Miguel, Largo de Santiago, Largo da Oliveira and the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria da Oliveira de Guimarães.

Day 2: Braga | Amarante

Walking tour through the historic center of Braga, highlighting the Cathedral, Archbishop's Palace and Medieval Tower. Walking route in Amarante: Historic center, Church of St. John the Baptist of Gatão and Monastery of the Savior of Travanca.

Day 3: Penafiel | Baião

Discovering the Romanesque heritage route in Penafiel and Baião: Church of S. Pedro de Abragão, Monastery of Salvador de Paço de Sousa, Church of S. Tiago de Valadares, Monastery of Santo André de Ancede.

Day 4: Lamego | Viseu

Discover the medieval center of Lamego, visiting the Castle, Porta dos Figos (Fig Gate), and the Cathedral. Visit the medieval villages of Salzedas and Tarouca, including their sacred heritage: the Monasteries of Santa Maria de Salzedas and São Pedro de Tarouca. Continue to Viseu for a visit to its Cathedral.

Day 5: Coimbra | Tomar

Discovery of the historical center of Coimbra, with a visit to the University. Visit to the Machado de Castro Museum and the Cathedral. Walk down Quebra Costas street. In the city center, visit to the Santa Cruz Monastery. Route to Tomar, a Templar town. Visit to the medieval center, comprising the Castle and Convent of Christ. Walking tour of the historical center of Tomar.

Day 6: Alcobaça | Nazaré | Óbidos

Guided tour of the Alcobaça Monastery, a legacy of the Cistercian Order in Portugal. Walk through the town of Alcobaça to discover convent sweets. Stroll along the Nazaré riverfront. Visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Nazaré and the Fort of St. Michael the Archangel. Walking tour of the town of Óbidos to visit the medieval churches, with a highlight being the Church of Santa Maria.

Day 7: Lisbon | Sintra

Discovering the sacred medieval heritage of Lisbon: Church of St. Peter of Alfama, Cathedral and Convent of St. Dominic. Route to Belém. Visit to the Jerónimos Monastery. In Sintra, discovery of the National Palace of Sintra and the Capuchos Convent.