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MTB - Rail of Merouços - 1 day

Guided tour with mountain bike Penedo de Gois Gois to the village, with a drop of average altitude of 400m.

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Schist Villages, Nature Zen (short adventure) - 5 days

If you are looking for some quiet days in the nature, rest and relaxation activities like Shiatsu, Ayurveda, Tui Na or Yoga, this is your program. Based on a recently renewed stone cottage, with eco-efficient techniques to make the house environmentally friendly, this is the perfect spot to discover also local cuisine selecting the ingredients directly from the organic garden.

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A taste for great living

In Portugal, we know we have the best qualities in the world: peace of mind and an epicurist attitude towards life. Where else can you travel safely and enjoy so many earthly pleasures? Exactly - Portugal has the best food, marvelous landscapes and authentic traditions, without social convulsions, ephidemcs, inflation or touristic crowds. Too good, but still true! Though Portuguese remain as generous as ever, gastronomy and lifestyle have improved dramatically. You will now find tradition embedded in haute-cuisine and old dark taverns converted to luminous esplanades. The art scene has been exploding and nightlife is trendier than ever. Come and get this affordable luxury experience while it´s still a secret for a few. Follow us on Facebook! TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAYS, CALL +351 21 757 86 70, WRITE AN EMAIL TO traveltailors@travel-tailors.com OR FILL IN THIS FORM.

Best Restaurants South TravelTailors THE BEST RESTAURANTS OF THE SOUTH From Lisbon to the Alentejo, here´s an example of our suggestions: located on the ground floor of an ancient palace, the restaurant has the gastronomical signature of a chef known for his wisdom when it comes to aromatic herbs. The menu has an Alentejo cuisine as its starting point and develops its creative inspiration through Mediterranean flavors. The beautiful dining room with vaulted ceilings is elegantly decorated. Spacious tables, beautiful linens, proper glassware and culinary excellence inspire refinement. Also the finest landscapes, towns, vineyards and palaces are spread all over the itinerary for your delight. Start indulging...

Historic journey to Portugal TravelTailors) ROMANTIC ROUTE, NORTHBOUND This TravelTailors' program takes you to discover the most romantic secret places of Portugal, northbound: hotels, palaces, rivers and gardens in the Douro, Buçaco, Aveiro and Oporto. It proposes wonderful hotels and intimate fine dining options, suggesting ideal activities for two as well, such as boat trips, SPA and sweets' tastings. Perfect for an incomparable honeymoon! Would you like to be carried away?!

Medieval and Jewish Heritage TravelTailors MEDIEVAL AND JEWISH HERITAGE TravelTailors offers you a discovery of the legacies of the Middle Ages, religious orders and the Jewish heritage in Portugal. From the Beiras' mountains to the plains of Alentejo, you'll live ancient legends. A short piece of the itinerary: located on the slopes of Serra da Estrela and crowned by the granite mass of the old castle, Belmonte was the birthplace of the navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral, who in 1500 discovered Brazil. The community of Belmonte holds an important factor in Jewish history, associated with jewish resistance to the religious intolerance in the Iberian Peninsula. Read more about about this history.

Bike ride Lisbon TravelTailors RELAXING BIKE RIDES IN LISBON Take a bicycle ride along the Tagus River, from the city of Lisbon to Belém, and enjoy the fresh breeze and the stunning views! Or discover Lisbon riding an electric bicycle and get to know our wonderful city and its 7 Hills - where the most beautiful places in Lisbon wait for you. Another itinerary might be Linha de Cascais, having its beautiful beaches and the blue Atlantic ocean as a backdrop. Affordable & chic! Fancy a ride?

Medieval and Jewish Heritage in Portugal - 4 days

TravelTailors offers you adiscovery of the legacies of the Middle Ages, religious orders and the Jewish people in Portugal. From the Beiras' mountains to the plains of Alentejo, you'll live ancient legends.

The Best Restaurants of Portugal - North - 4 days

This TravelTailors' gastronomic program promotes the best traditionally inspired cuisine of northern Portugal, with emphasis on signature cuisine. In addition, it promotes the heritage and the landscape of the visited regions.


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Best SPA's in Portugal - South and the Azores - 6 dias

TravelTailors offers you the relaxing and innovative properties of the best Portuguese SPA´s, located in naturally soothing landscapes; the finest options were selected, enhancing your beauty and well-being experience. Massages, trips and nature are in harmony in Lisbon, Alentejo and Azores.


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Bike Ride to Cascais

If you have an enormous curiosity to discover the best beaches of Europe by riding through the secrets that the golden coast of Portugal hides, this tour is a must! With a characteristic natural beauty, Cascais' beaches will be the backdrop of this bicycle ride along the coastline.
 
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Villages Route of Lousã

Visit the mountain villages of Talasnal, Vaqueirinho, and Casal Novo, passing through places of rare beauty, like cascades and sanctuaries... and more!
 
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Tejo and Geopark - 8 days

Discover the 12th Century Portuguese Historical Villages as you hike along the ancient trails that connect them. The unique houses of the Schist villages by the Zêzere River, the village of Sortelha, whose castle is a national monument, and the village of Monsanto, once considered the most Portuguese village of Portugal, will be other highlights of this trip.


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The Northeastern Portuguese Caminho - 8 days

Explore a different Portuguese Caminho to Santiago de Compostela. This route, through the Northeastern Portugal, takes you to incredibly remote villages, far from the crowds that usually choose the more common pilgrimage routes. This is the really off the beaten path! In Algoso you can wash your feet in a fountain that has been used by pilgrims for centuries.

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Jeep Tours in Lousã

Guided tour by car all-terrain with driver / guide for the most interesting places, natural, human and cultural Lousã. Program of 3 hours or of 6 hours.

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Portugal in love: honeymoon in the South and Madeira - 8 days

With this romantic program by TravelTailors you will discover the most romantic and secret places of Portugal, in South and Madeira: hotels, palaces, gardens and beaches. It offers you intimate hotels and fine dining. It suggests other activities ideal for two, like cooking classes, SPA and walks; it´s perfect for an incomparable honeymoon in Portugal!

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Gastronomy in Portugal: from the Michelin Stars to the Tascas - 5 days

This TravelTailors´ unique program promotes the best Portuguese cuisine, including the formal and informal recognition ( Michelin Stars and "tascas") of the restaurants that stand out for quality service, therefore deserving the preference of the public and of the specialized critique.


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ALGARVE, Southwest Atlantic Waves - 5 days

Discover the best of the Portuguese South. A traditional village renewed to receive tourists just next to the last treasure of the Portuguese ocean coast, the southwestern desert and wild beaches. Apart from the beach, surf and scubadiving, the village location is ideal for walking, cycling and nature watching in the Natural Park and Algarve mountains.

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Atlantic Coast, Porto to Lisbon - 7 days

Cycle along the Atlantic coast, starting from Porto towards Lisbon! With routes by the ocean side you have the chance to enjoy the west coast sunny beaches, stopping in one beach bar terrace for a coffee or tasting a grilled fresh fish lunch. Cycle paths, nature conservation areas, the Leiria pine forest and the Alcobaça monastery are some of the trip. Enjoy!

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The Route of the Deers

The Route of the Deers takes place in the upper part of Lousã mountain, covering extensive areas of forest and bush of heather and gorse, the preferred habitat of its largest mammal, the deer.


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The Green Wine Route - 4 days

This TravelTailors culinary and wine program discloses the second most exclusively Portuguese wine in the world: green wine. It also promotes the discovery of the gastronomy of Minho and its rich heritage and landscape, with palaces, manors and the typical vinha de enforcado.


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Indulgent and emotional: the secrets of Portugal

We are the first travel agency in Portugal specializing in tailor-made holidays and we guarantee unique experiences, with dates and times that are convenient for you. Our exclusive programs aim at inviting you to taste the best Portuguese cuisine, discover the most romantic and secret places of Portugal and immerse into traditional festivities, a rich ethno-cultural heritage undiscovered by most tourists.

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PORTUGAL IN LOVE

With this romantic program by TravelTailors you will discover the most romantic and secret places of Portugal, in the South and Madeira Island: hotels, palaces, gardens and beaches. It offers you intimate hotels and fine dining, and also suggests other activities ideal for two, like cooking classes, SPA and walks;perfect for an exquisite honeymoon!

The itinerary includes Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Évora, Vila Viçosa, Castelo de Vide, Marvão, the Alqueva area, the beaches of Comporta and Portinho da Arrábida and an extension to Funchal (Madeira).

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Portugal in love: South and Madeira (TravelTailors)

GASTRONOMY IN PORTUGAL: FROM THE MICHELIN STARS TO THE 'TASCAS'

This unique TravelTailors´ program promotes the best Portuguese cuisine, including the formal and informal recognition ( Michelin Stars and "tascas") of the restaurants that stand out for quality service, therefore deserving the preference of the public and of the specialized critique.

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From the Michelin Stars to the Tascas (TravelTailors)

TESTIMONIAL: JOURNEY TO PORTUGAL

"I have just returned from Portugal, where I spent marvelous moments with my family and we got to know magnificent places and people!! A big thank you to Paula, from TravelTailors, who was a great help designing our vacation just the way I wanted!!!! I have already told her that I fell in love with Portugal and hope to return shortly to get to know a lot more!!! A big hug and an excellent 2012 to all at TravelTailors! :)"

Vivian d´ A., Brazil, January 2012

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Boat tour in Old Lisbon

Cruise on the margins of the Tagus, from where you can see our monuments from a different perspective, as well as the typical districts of Old Lisbon, Belém Tower, Padrão dos Descobrimentos Monument, 25 de Abril Bridge, the Cristo Rei Statue, Jerónimos Monastery, S. Jorge’s Castle, Praça do Comércio, National Pantheon, the Lisbon Cathedral, Santa Apolónia’s train station, among others.
Price: 15€ / Duration: 60 min
Minimum: 4 persons / Maximum: 9 persons

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Walking Historical Villages of Portugal - 8 days

Get to know Portugal in a different way, exploring this charming, friendly country by foot, often walking on Roman paths. Do this immersive complete time travel starting in Marvão and touring through unique 12th Century Historical Villages, like Monsanto, Sortelha or Idanha-a-Velha, where you can find archaeological remains from the Roman time or Moorish conquered areas.
 
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Aldeia Granítica de Sortelha

How about a bike ride?

With electric bicycles to beat the hills of Lisbon!

The bicycle is one of the most romantic and relaxe

d means of transportation. If you've never seen Lisbon and Cascais at your own pace, with the wind on your hair, how about setting up a ride with your friends and family, or reserve a few refreshing hours for yourself?

Our rides are very accessible for both your legs and wallet. The bicycles have an electric engine, to use when it's most convenient. The groups have a guide/mechanic to keep them company and to help them beat eventual obstacles. All of the courses have been carefully tested by the support team.

We suggest four itineraries: Essential Lisbon, Along the Tagus, Seven Hills and Bike Ride to Cascais. Consult us for other ideas, yours or ours!

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Historic Journey to Portugal: Prehistory, Romans and Arabs - 8 days

TravelTailors proposes a long tour of the rich Portuguese heritage, from prehistory to the Roman and Islamic occupation. This is a journey from the North to the South of the country, combining museums with outdoor legacies. Engravings, dinnossaurs´s marks, roman villas and temples and arabic heritage will make you dream awake

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Alentejo Coast and Hills of Algarve 9 days

If you are looking for a challenging bike ride this is the right tour for you. You will cover more than 600 km in 7 rides. As you pedal along the magnificent Atlantic Coast of Portugal, you will explore the wild beaches of the Alentejo, and the unspoiled hilly region of the Algarve. You will visit all the charming little villages along the way. The last day will be spent in Lisboa.

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Schist Villages Family Program

Schist villages FAMILY PROGRAM 3 days, from 190 euros! A unique opportunity to relax in intimate contact with nature, with the family (you can take your dog or cat). Learn how to make bread or cheese!

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Who we are

TravelTailors is a travel atelier, offering cultural discovery and adventure in Portugal and the world, for individuals or small groups. We will open the Atlas with you, listen to your preferences and dreams. Based on our experience, we can help you make an inspired and informed decision about your next trip. Since everyone has their recipe for good living, we respect tastes, beliefs, deadlines and budgets. In regards to safety, know-how and support, we will never cut corners. The whole journey should be a big dream and we take dreams very seriously. We promise vacations that will make you feel alive!