• Lisbon - Departure from your hotel in Lisbon at 8:30 AM toward Castelo de Vide. in the Alentejo region.

• Castelo de Vide - Explore Jewish Castelo de Vide history with our tour and discover the rich culture and people of this beautiful region of Portugal. Therefore, we will visit the old Jewish Quarter, the Synagogue, its museum, and more. Our tour includes stops at historical sites and a guided walk through the Old Jewish Quarter.
  Stop for lunch

• Valencia de Alcantara - Finally, we will explore the Gotic Jewish Quarter in Valência de Alcantara, located on the Spanish-Portuguese border, one of the best-kept in Spain. So, enjoy a journey through time to discover Alentejo’s Jewish past.

• Marvão - Explore the culture and heritage of Jewish presence in Marvao, Alentejo. This tour will trace the history of Jewish settlement and life in the region, examining the development of Jewish communities in the area and their contributions to the economy and society of Marvao.
  Jews have lived in this region since the Roman Empire. Therefore we will visit the Museum and its Old Jewish Quarter area and the crossing points of the runaway Jews from Castile in 1492, known as the Toll Bridge.

• Valencia de Alcantara - Return to Lisbon

• Wifi on board
• Your own Private Driver/Guide
• Private tour
• Free Hotel pickup and drop-off only in Lisbon
• All fees and/or taxes
• Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan

• Lunch
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Entrance Fee 5€ - 10€ (Optional)

Discover the Jewish Diaspora from Lisbon.

Embark on a remarkable trip to the most ancient and significant Jewish landmarks of Spain and Portugal, brimming with age-old tales and mysteries.

The tale of the Jewish diaspora from Spain to Portugal is a captivating account of long-term migration, adversity, and endurance. This tour delves into the narrative of the Jewish community in these nations, tracing their origins from the Iberian peninsula, examining their 15th century forced exit, and the diverse strategies they employed to persist and flourish.

Discover the background and customs of the Sephardi Jews, stretching from their forced exit from Spain in 1492, to their influence on the culture, literature, and economy of their newfound residences in the Alentejo region.

By tracing remnants of past Jewish existence still evident in the region, you will learn that Jews have been present in the Alentejo region since the reign of the Romans. It also presents an opportunity to spot the cross-shaped signs on the framework of doors utilized by Crypto-Jews.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Dress code is smart casual
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.