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    8-Day Wine & Food Itinerary in Alentejo & Douro Valley

    September 13, 2025 • 0 Comment

    🍷 8-Day Wine & Gastronomy Itinerary in Alentejo & Douro Valley

    Relaxed, private journey for refined travelers | Customizable with Portugal Magik Private Tours

    🔄 Start/Finish: Lisbon OR Porto (your choice)

    Luxury Mercedes fleet and private driver-guide from start to finish
    All experiences are exclusive or semi-private, and entirely at your own pace

    🗓 Days 1-4: The Quiet Beauty of Alentejo

    🛏️ Base: Convento do Espinheiro Historic Hotel & Spa (Evora)

    A former 15th-century convent transformed into a luxury hotel surrounded by vineyards and serenity.

    Day 1 – Arrival & Into Alentejo

    • Pick-up from Lisbon (or Porto)

    • Scenic countryside drive into Alentejo, with your private guide

    • Light lunch en route at a local Alentejo farmhouse

    • Check-in at Convento do Espinheiro – relax, spa time

    • Welcome dinner at the hotel’s gourmet restaurant, with regional wine pairing
      (Optional: sunset stroll through Evora’s old town – UNESCO site)

    Day 2 – Wine, Pottery & Ancient Portugal

    • Morning wine experience at São Lourenço do Barrocal, including vineyard walk and premium tasting

    • Lunch with regional dishes at their farm-to-table restaurant

    • Visit São Pedro do Corval – home of Portugal’s finest pottery

    • Stop at Monsaraz, a medieval village perched over the Alqueva Lake

    • Private sunset star-gazing experience at the Dark Sky Observatory (one of the world’s first certified starlight tourism destinations)

    • Evening at leisure or optional rustic-style dinner with local winemakers

    Day 3 – History, Megaliths & Gastronomy

    • Later start to the day — enjoy breakfast and spa at your pace

    • Private visit to the Cromeleque dos Almendres, a megalithic site older than Stonehenge

    • Visit Arraiolos, known for handmade wool tapestry and charming white-washed streets

    • Gourmet lunch at Herdade do Esporão (including wine tasting)

    • Free afternoon at the hotel (pool/spa)

    • Dinner suggestion: Chef tasting menu with wine pairing in Évora or at hotel

    Day 4 – Farewell to Alentejo

    • Morning wine tasting and olive oil experience at Herdade da Malhadinha Nova or Cartuxa

    • Scenic countryside lunch under cork trees (optional picnic setup)

    • Begin leisurely transfer north toward Douro Valley (approx. 4.5h with scenic stops)

    🗓 Days 4-8: Dreamy Douro Valley

    🛏️ Base: Quinta Nova (Relais & Châteaux) or Six Senses Douro Valley

    Elegant estates with breathtaking river views, wine-focused hospitality, and spa indulgence.

    Day 5 – Arrival & First Sip of the Douro

    • Arrive in the Douro, check-in at your luxury wine hotel

    • Afternoon at leisure (enjoy vineyard pool, spa, or terrace overlooking the valley)

    • Private dinner with chef’s tasting menu and curated wine pairing onsite

    Day 6 – Vineyard to Table Day

    • Mid-morning private visit and premium tasting at Quinta do Crasto or Quinta do Vallado

    • Lunch at DOC Restaurant by Chef Rui Paula (Michelin-starred riverside cuisine)

    • Afternoon private boat cruise on the Douro River (90 min to 2 hrs)

    • Optional sunset toast onboard with local sparkling

    • Return to hotel for relaxed evening

    Day 7 – Castas & Culinary Highlights

    • Gourmet breakfast on the terrace

    • Visit Castas e Pratos, a winery-meets-gastronomic-experience, for private cooking workshop and lunch

    • Optional scenic hike through terraced vineyards (or short drive to panoramic miradouros)

    • Evening at leisure – spa treatment, wine bath, or massage

    • Farewell dinner at Vintage House or back at your wine estate

    Day 8 – Departure

    • After a relaxing morning, your driver-guide will escort you back to Porto or Lisbon for your flight (or onward journey)

    • Optional stop in Amarante or Vila Real depending on departure route

    🌟 What Makes This Itinerary Unique

    • Focused 100% on wine, gastronomy, and calm settings – no crowded cities

    • Late starts and slow travel rhythm, giving guests time to unwind

    • Handpicked boutique estates, organic farms, and top winemakers

    • Access to exclusive tastings and curated food experiences

    • Personal driver-guide at your disposal throughout

    • Optional star-gazing experience, vineyard picnics, pottery visits, cooking sessions – things no one else combines this way

    ✅ Ready to Book Your Dream Journey?

    We invite you to book this unique Portugal Wine & Food Experience with Portugal Magik Private Tours:

    Culture, Wine & Luxury with Portugal Magik

    For over 14 years, Portugal Magik Private Tours has opened Portugal’s cultural heart to discerning travelers. Explore museums, palaces and UNESCO sites with expert English-speaking driver/guides, travel in our Mercedes-Benz fleet, and enjoy curated access to premium wineries, leading restaurants, and luxury hotel recommendations with VIP assistance.

    Most guests choose 7-12 day private itineraries combining Lisbon, Porto, the Douro Valley, Alentejo, Algarve, and more. With our Portugal Magik Ambassadors™, your trip blends culture, wine experiences and refined stays into a seamless journey tailored to your pace and preferences.

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