PORTUGAL - SELF DRIVE

An Enchanting Road Trip from Lisbon to the Algarve via the undiscovered Alentejo

The first rays of sunshine break through the morning mist of Lisbon as you begin your journey. Discover Sintra and Belem before heading out to the peaceful Portuguese countryside.

Leaving the city behind, with its cobbled streets and colorful azulejos, you drive over the imposing Ponte 25 de Abril, as if crossing a gate to another world.

Ahead lies a journey through rolling landscapes, enchanted villages and sun-drenched coastlines – a route imbued with magic and mystery.

Evorá – The Sunken Heart of the Alentejo

Évora, a city that seems to float between eras. The ruins of the Roman temple loom up in the morning mist, the cobbled streets whisper stories of kings and alchemists, while the smell of freshly baked pão alentejano and sweet almond pastries are calling you!

Further inland, over winding roads between cork oaks and golden wheat fields, there is Monsaraz.  This fortified town, high on a hilltop, looks like a setting from a fairy tale. White houses with blue accents, flowers blooming from the windows, and a castle overlooking the reflective waters of Lake Alqueva.

If you fancy a little wellness addition to your fly drive experience now is the perfect time to stop, slow down and rejuvenate before you get on with the last few days of your road trip experience. For more info on this wellness stay in the most beautiful Portuguese family country house contact our team.

Then finish this adventurous, slow travel experience in the Domes Lake Resort.

This tranquil, 5-star lifestyle destination is built on a private lake, with views of the cosmopolitan Vilamoura marina and skyline on the horizon. Enjoy palatial architecture and accommodation in sync with the protected Formosa environmental park, a resting spot of unique migrant birds and species.