Jewish Heritage of Portugal


Lisbon | Alentejo | Belmonte | Douro Valley | Porto (11 Days)

This journey through Portugal’s historic cities and heritage sites explores the influence of Jewish communities on Portuguese society and traditions.

Highlights
  • Follow the roots of Portugal’s Jewish tradition from Lisbon to Porto
  • Explore the traditional neighborhoods and winding lanes of Lisbon
  • Marvel at the intricate architectural details of the Jeronimos Monastery in Belem
  • See the fantastic castles and abundant gardens of Sintra
  • Discover the numerous treasures of the Alentejo region
  • Admire the Roman ruins and pretty buildings in the town of Évora
  • Spend time in Belmonte, with the largest Jewish community of the Iberian Peninsula
  • Be in awe of the beautiful Douro Valley vineyards and excellent wines
  • Enjoy the lovely sights of Porto and its rich history
  • Visit historic Tomar and its religious monuments
  • Step into a storybook in the charming walled village of Óbidos
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Brief Itinerary
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Lisbon. Guided orientation tour of the city’s neigborhoods. Lisbon
Day 2 Guided tour of Lisbon and Jewish heritage sites, including Shaaré Tikva Synagogue and the Belem district. Lisbon
Day 3 Day trip to fairytale Sintra, Cascais and the Lisbon coast. Lisbon
Day 4 Guided tour of the Alentejo region, including medieval Monsaraz and historic Évora, en route to your nearby hotel. Évora
Day 5 Guided tour of the Alentejo region, including Elvas, the Jewish quarter of Castelo de Vide, and Marvão en route to your nearby hotel. Marvão
Day 6 Visit the Portas da Ródão natural monument, the village of Monsanto, and the Jewish quarter of Belmonte, including the Bet Eliahu Synagogue, en route to your nearby hotel. Belmonte
Day 7 Visit the villages of Manteigas and Almeida, and the rock engravings of Vila Nova de Foz Côa, en route to your hotel in the Douro Valley. Douro Valley
Day 8 Visit Douro Valley villages and vineyards, including the historic Jewish center of Lamego, en route to your hotel in Porto. Porto
Day 9 Guided tour of Porto, including the Kadoorie Mekor Haim Synagogue. Porto
Day 10 Visit historic Tomar and its medieval synagogue, and the Jewish quarter of Óbidos, en route to your hotel in Lisbon. Lisbon
Day 11 Private transfer to the airport for departure.  

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