Pick up at your Hotel at 8:30AM
RIO MAIOR - “SALINAS”
In “Salinas” de Rio Maior, we will learn why and how can we have salt, although there is no sea around. The secret is that inside Serra dos Candeeiros, there is a huge Salt Yolk, and with the rain it melts and turns water 7 times more salted than sea water. So from spring till end of summer, due to evaporation, lots of salt can be found there. We will be able to to buy some artifacts made with this product. Little pices of Art, you can take home with you.
SANTARÉM - “PORTAS DO SOL”
In this little corner of Santarém, we find a wonderful garden, inside the Wall, where we can take a good look at Lezíria of Ribatejo, take wonderful pictures, and relax a little bit.
After leaving Santarém, we will visit one of the most typical villages in Ribatejo:
SALVATERRA DE MAGOS. In here, we may visit the ROYAL FALCONRY, which has been recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, by UNESCO, in Dec. 2016.
FALCOARIA REAL DE SALVATERRA DE MAGOS Here, we can find around 30 species of birds; interactivity of visitors through multimedia elements; flight and training demonstration of several birds; staged “prey capture”.
Some more points of interest may be visited for ex: Main church, Royal Ditch Pier and Bridge, Arneiro Fountain.
ESCAROUPIM
What to do in ESCAROUPIM: - To visit a Typical House of the 30th/40th - - Time as stopped in this house, and everything remains in the same place; clothes, dishes, furniture; To visit the River Museum - In this museum, the history of the fishing art can be learned. Several fishing articles and fishermen clothes can be seen, and we can also know interesting things about the river itself; Depending on the hours and will of the visitors, unforgettable lunch or dinner can be eaten in a lovely and typical restaurant, in ESCAROUPIM
Return to Lisbon around 5PM.
Points of Interest
- Oeiras
- Expert local guide for personalized experience
- Complimentary bottled water to stay hydrated
- Knowledgeable driver/guide for seamless travel
- Delicious lunch included
- Local taxes covered, no hidden fees
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned minivan
- Access to all planned activities
- Convenient hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Enjoy alcoholic beverages included
- Gratuities
Let’s explore Rio Maior ‘Salinas’, the sole place in Portugal that boasts salt without a sea. Afterwards, we’ll venture to Santarém ‘Portas do Sol’, a charming garden located on the Santarém Wall, perfect for capturing splendid photos. Next, we’ll journey to Salvaterra de Magos to tour the Royal Fanconry and other fascinating locales. Then, we’ll stop by Escaroupim, a quaint fishermen’s village. During our adventure, we’ll find a spot to enjoy lunch.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Coronavirus Safety Measures - The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.
- We’re certified by the Official Tourism entity ‘Turismo de Portugal’ with the hygiene certification stamp ‘Clean & Safe’.
- For our safety, we operate only private tour and pick-up/drop-off all passengers. We clean and disinfect our vehicles every tour and we provide hand sanitizer and masks to our customers.
- Our guides are experienced professionals, courteous and drive defensive and safety with only one objective to ensure your safety and satisfaction.
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