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Jewish Heritage, Medieval Villages & Scenic Trails
From Lisbon/Cascais | January 2-4, 2026 | 3 Days | Private Cultural Hiking Tour
Experience an enchanting Festival of Lights alongside centuries of Jewish heritage on this exclusive 3-day private tour. Witness illuminated historic streets, explore ancient mountain villages with granite castles, discover Portugal’s fascinating Jewish history, and hike scenic trails through beautiful countryside landscapes.
Experience a magical evening celebration where thousands of lights illuminate historic streets. Join a guided 5km night walk past illuminated monuments and emblematic sites during this unique cultural celebration honoring tradition and hope through spectacular light installations.
Explore Portugal’s most significant Jewish heritage sites including a renowned museum, authentic old quarter, and functioning synagogue documenting centuries of Portuguese Jewish history. Discover beautifully preserved medieval villages with cobblestone streets, an impressive fortress with panoramic mountain views, historic manor houses, and traditional ethnographic sites.
Historic Village Trail – Moderate 10.5km circular route through the historic village, passing the medieval castle, ancient Roman tower ruins, and scenic viewpoints overlooking river valleys and mountain ranges.
Mountain Viewpoint Trail – Moderate 7.5km circular route starting from a traditional village with historic railway connections. Pass a chapel with interior mural paintings before ascending to a granite outcrop viewpoint (687m) offering expansive views over mountain ranges and fertile valleys.
Discover specialized museums showcasing olive oil production heritage, territorial history, river ecology, discovery age exploration, and traditional regional lifestyles. Each museum offers unique insights into this historically rich region.
Visit a historic family-run estate winery dating back to 1945, with 60 hectares of vineyards planted in granite soils at 500 meters altitude. Taste award-winning wines crafted from 18 red grape varieties including Touriga Nacional, Rufete, and indigenous Portuguese varietals, plus 6 white varieties. The winery combines sophisticated technology with traditional techniques and certified sustainable production practices. Enjoy wine tastings accompanied by local snacks.
Experience authentic regional cuisine featuring traditional specialties with local ingredients including regional olive oils, mountain cheeses, preserved meats, and traditional breads.
✅ Door-to-door private transportation in comfortable air-conditioned minivan from Lisbon/Cascais
✅ All Meals at traditional restaurants
✅ Festival of Lights guided evening walk and cultural experiences
✅ All entrance fees to museums, synagogue, and heritage sites
✅ Guided heritage hiking on two scenic trails
✅ Regional wine tasting at family estate winery with local snacks
❌ Accomodation (curated recommendations & booking assistance provided)
❌ Personal expenses
Cultural travelers, history buffs, active hikers, couples, families, and friend groups seeking private personalized experiences combining festival celebrations with heritage discovery.
⚠️ Physical Fitness Required: This tour includes moderate hiking (10.5km and 7.5km trails) on uneven surfaces and rocky paths. Good physical health and fitness required.
Duration: 3 Days | Group: Private (1-6 guests) | Style: Tailored cultural and hiking tour
Exclusive dates: January 2-4, 2026 | Reserve your private cultural tour today!
Ready to experience a magical Festival of Lights alongside centuries of Jewish heritage? Contact us to secure your exclusive Central Portugal cultural adventure!
1 – person solo option – €1,775.00
2- people – €1,225.00 per person
3-4 people – €975.00 per person
5-6 people – €825.00 per person
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(The end time is approximate. This time may change depending on conditions and participants)
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