GARDENS AND PALACES IN LISBON & BEYOND
Lisbon is, without doubt, a charming capital city and the ideal point of departure to explore captivating natural environments of rare beauty that, spanning different eras and across centuries, have served as welcoming gardens and parks in a variety of iconic styles. On this fascinating tour, we will discover the most beautiful historic palaces and gardens around Lisbon, in Sintra, once a cherished summer retreat for the royal court, and Arrábida, home to the Arrábida National Park, a veritable "island" of Mediterranean woods nestled along the Atlantic coast.
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A bespoke garden tour in the center of Portugal crafted to unveil some of the country’s most precious horticultural treasures, together with the magic of historic wine estates. The Dão River rises between the mountains and forms a narrow valley where vines have grown since the 12th century.
Vineyards still embrace the historic gardens and granitic villages offering a unique cultural and authentic experience!
In the heart of this iconic wine region, Santar Garden Village is a gem not to be missed: a blooming constellation of stunning gardens, creating a unifying narrative of terraces that spreads over the historic town of Santar.BOOK THIS TOURBOOK THIS TOUR
GARDENS AND LANDSCAPES OF THE NORTH
Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey to the North of Portugal, famous for its vineyard landscapes and granite-carved baroque architecture and home to some of the most distinctive hotels in the country. Travelling through the historic cities of Porto, Braga, Guimarães and the magnificent Douro Valley, you will discover scenic gardens that commune with monasteries, palaces, and manor houses. Experience the genuine hospitality of the region in some of the most intimate and charming private gardens, whose gates will be opened just for you.
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Madeira is famous for its luxuriant flora and the charm of its historical estates, known for their lushness and variety, is praised by numerous travelers. Over the centuries, Portuguese aristocrats and British wine merchants alike have intertwined their stories with the island and dedicated themselves to designing and maintaining spectacular gardens. The island's Atlantic location and unique climate foster the growth and acclimatization of numerous plants from all around the world and help preserve endemic or very rare species, some on the verge of extinction.
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Dive into an unforgettable garden tour to discover the luxuriant nature of the volcanic island of São Miguel and some of its most impressive public and private gardens and parks. All around you, a dreamlike atmosphere awaits: ponds emerge in volcanic craters, and geysers unleash the underground forces. The palette of greens of the woods, pastures, and never-ending tea plantations is only interrupted by the leafy Hydrangeas, in blue or rose. Explore authentic botanical sanctuaries, gathering several species from around the world, which have thrived in the Azores thanks to the island’s climate and volcanic soil.
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