Begin your awesome adventure by meeting with a guide at your hotel. Be sure not to blink because you will have a chance to see some of the Lisbon’s most notable attractions, including majestic Estatua do Marques de Pombal that pays tribute to the Marques de Pombal’s significant impact on the history of Lisbon and Portugal.
Arrive at the small community of Cheleiros, where you will be a guest at Manzwine. Explore the vineyard and wine cellar before trying out 6 of the finest Portuguese wines made from scrumptious Jampal grapes, that were considered extinct for a long period of time. Delight yourself with samples of crispy bread and traditional olive oil.Proceed to Quinta da Murta and taste a world-famous DOC-recognized Bucelas wine, that was once a favorite wine of English royal court and was even mentioned in Shakespeare’s play Henry the VI. Have a tour around the winery and learn about the history of Portuguese wine. Stop to try 3 exquisite Bucelas wine, the same wine that the great Vasco de Gama enjoyed after his voyages.
On your way back to Lisbon you will spend some time visiting fantastic Palacio Nacional de Mafra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the biggest palace of Portugal!A 40-meters tall monument built in honor to Marques de Pombal, a person so significant to Portuguese history that he has streets, train stations, squares and even architectural style named after him. He was the Prime Minister of Portugal and had a leading role in multiple reforms that resulted in economic prosperity of Portugal. He also was a leader of Lisbon reconstruction effort after the city was severely damaged by the earthquake in 1755.The first winery on your route is Manzwine where you will learn about its fascinated history. It started from the bold move by the head of the Manz family when he acquired almost forgotten vineyard where he eventually found unique Jampal grapes. Here you will explore the winery and taste 6 samples of local wine, including the famous varietals made from Jampal, along with devouring traditional bread and olive oil.Your next stop is the town of Bucelas where you will visit Quinta da Murta winery. Here you will introduce yourself to the Bucelas, famously known as a prince of Portuguese wine. Made from an ancient variety named Arinto it was once the only white wine made in Portugal. Have a tour at winery and its surroundings and find beautiful landscapes along with 2000 years old Roman structures. After that savor 3 best wines of Quinta da Murta.On your way back to Lisbon you will have chance to visit Palacio Nacional de Mafra. It is the biggest palace in Portugal and a deserved UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. A huge 40,000 m² palace made in Baroque style is one of the most magnificent examples of European architecture and undoubtedly a must-see attraction.
