NORTH OF LISBON · ONLY ON THURSDAYS

Countryside Chronicles

Discover the countryside north of Lisbon through the people, places and traditions that have shaped it. From Malveira’s market and the village of Cheleiros to monumental Mafra and the Atlantic at Ericeira, the day reveals a quieter side of the region.

Old stone arch bridge over a stream in a Portuguese village, surrounded by lush vegetation and red-tiled houses

Baroque National Palace of Mafra in Portugal, featuring ornate church towers, clock faces, yellow façades, and a broad stone plaza.

Crowded outdoor farmers market with shoppers browsing fresh vegetables and produce stalls beneath canvas awnings.

Fresh fish and seafood displayed on ice at a market, including sea bream, sea bass, salmon, red mullet, hake, and fish fillets with handwritten euro price signs.

Traditional whitewashed village courtyard with blue-trimmed buildings, terracotta roofs, a vintage streetlamp, bicycle, and cobblestone pavement under a bright blue sky

Whitewashed old village house with terracotta tile roofs, vintage bicycle, wooden door, and rusted barrel on a cobblestone street

Along the way

Begin at Malveira Farmers Market, with seasonal produce and the rhythms of a market morning.
Visit Cheleiros and ManzWine for a wine tasting.
Explore the National Palace and Convent of Mafra before continuing to Ericeira’s old town and seafront.

What is included

Private guide and transport, Lisbon accommodation pickup and return, Mafra admission, ManzWine visit and three-wine tasting, market and village visits, tolls, parking, activity insurance and VAT.

Private transfer

Private guide and transport available from Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais and Ericeira.

Shaped around your group

Tell us your preferred date, number of guests, where you are staying and any walking or dietary needs. We will confirm the route, arrangements and full price in a personal proposal.

The itinerary may be adapted to weather, site opening times and the group’s needs. See our booking terms before confirming.

Pricing per groupPrivate group
Price per person
1 guest
€250
2 guests
€180
3 guests
€150
4 to 5 guests
€130
6 to 8 guests
€100

    Exclusively private experience · 1–8 guests

    Prices include VAT. Optional Signature Lunch available at an additional cost.
  

A few things you might wonder.

Full day . Aprox. 8 hours
Including pickup, private transfers, walks, time for lunch and to explore each area.
We run private experience with no more than 8 people (min 2).
The experience is exclusively for your group and paced around your interests and pace.
Yes. Private transportation is included.
We travel by vehicle between walking areas, allowing us to explore several distinct coastal landscapes throughout the day.
Pickup available from Lisbon, Cascais, Estoril, Oeiras and Ericeira, with return at the end of the experience.
Guide · Private transport · Nature observation equipment
Binoculars and spotting scope are available throughout the day. Walking poles and rain ponchos are available on request. Transportation is included.
Walking shoes · Layers · Sun protection
Comfortable footwear suitable for natural trails is essential. Bring a light layer even in summer—the Atlantic coast can be windy and changeable.
No. Not in our standard tour.
But can include a signature picnic lunch, prepared with seasonal ingredients and enjoyed outdoors in a carefully chosen place along the way.
Children are welcome
As a private experience, walking distances and pace can be adapted to suit families whenever conditions and terrain allow. Information about geology and habitats is presented in a fun and engaging way for smaller humans.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience
See our Booking Terms for full cancellation and payment conditions.

Add a little
of Rita’s kitchen.

FROM TRAIL TO TABLE

A seasonal Signature Lunch can become part of selected day trips. Prepared by our private chef and inspired by local ingredients, it is served in a carefully chosen setting whenever conditions allow.

Lunch is optional and quoted separately.

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