Serra da Estrela

The Serra da Estrela tour is the perfect way to go deep into Nature!
Serra da Estrela is the largest National Park and home to the highest peak in mainland Portugal. Surrounded by dense forests with idyllic lakes and waterfalls, a visit to this place becomes a magical experience. During the day, along its winding roads, you will see typical stone houses scattered along the mountain slopes, visit the most typical local villages in the region to learn more about the local culture, ending with a tasting of the delicious cheese of the region. 

A great tour for those who want to understand the process of the Portuguese Serra da estrela Cheese, which serves as a pasture for the “Serra da Estrela” or “Churra Mondegueira” sheep, considered by many to be the best dairy products, so that the cheese reaches the best quality the have to be made from the same milking.

If you are a passionate nature lover visiting Portugal, spice up your vacation by adding to your list a day trip to the Serra da Estrela National Park!

Checklist

  • Visit the bread Museum, an unique place where you can get to know the whole history of the portuguese bread.
  • See  the Serra da Estrela Tower, the mainland Portugal’s highest peak (1993m). This stop is a rite of passage for many travelers because of its breathtaking views.
  • Cheese Tastings
  • Check the Monument of Our Lady of Good Star,  on our way to the Tower of Serra da Estrela, we’ll find a sculpture, carved on a rock, dating back to 1946 and dedicated to Our Lady of Good Star, the patron saint of shepherds.
  • Pass through Manteigas, One of the most popular stops is at the Glacier Valley. Idyllic waterfalls, typical stone houses scattered along the mountain slopes.

This tour includes

Experienced Driver/Guide: English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese

Pick-up and Drop-off at your Hotel

Comfortable vehicle with Wi-Fi and water

Visit to the bread museum

Visit to the tower (1993m)

Cheese tastings

Lunch in a local restaurant

Every age tour

2-6 Pax