Explore Évora, a UNESCO – listed city, famed for its Roman ruins and medieval charm. Discover Alantejo’s connection to the land, visit a local winery and savor exquisite wines and finally, let Lisbon’s charm captivate you during a tour of its historic Alfama neighborhood.
Special Notes:
•This program involves walking distances at times over uneven ground. It is not recommended for guests who require use of a wheelchair, walker or cane. •Please advise the RSSC Reservations team when you book this program should you have any special dietary restrictions or requirements. Requests will be send to our local ground operators for review.
•Due to overlapping dates, Guests on Voyager’s April 29, 2026 sailing will stay in a Deluxe room (instead of Deluxe Garden View) for any Extra Nights that are purchased through Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This only applies to Extra Nights necessitating a room change once the four-night program begins.
DAY 1
Upon arrival at Lisbon International Airport, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel.
A van will be used for bookings of two guests and a sedan for solo travelers.
The hotel check-in time is 3:00pm. Should you have an early arriving flight you may wish to book an extra night to guarantee room availability upon arrival or you may choose to store luggage at Reception and begin to enjoy the facilities of the hotel.
One Palacio da Anunciada Hotel is located in the most exclusive area of the city, a few meters from Avenida da Liberdade and Praça dos Restauradores.
*If you are traveling with other guests (separate booking) who are on the same program and wish to share an airport transfer (same flight arrival only), please advise RSSC no later than 95 days before the program start date.
DAY 2
Following breakfast at the hotel, check out and meet your guide for a journey to the enchanting walled town of Évora which is marked by Roman, Moorish, and Portuguese influences
Situated in the Alentejo region, this historic and architecturally rich town is home to a number of treasures. Cobbled streets tucked behind fortress walls, historic sights, and incredible dining make this UNESCO World Heritage Site (the city itself) a must-see.
During your tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the Cathedral, or Sé, with its fortress-like appearance, as well as the Church of St Francis, which is one of the city's grandest churches after the Cathedral and well known for its blend of Gothic and Moorish styles and the Chapel of the Bones.
Marvel at the fourteen original granite Corinthian columns of the Roman Temple before exploring the Moorish arches and pretty alleyways in the town center. After having ample time on own to enjoy a lunch of local delicacies, a visit will be made to Évora University, the second oldest in the country and noted for its impressive architecture.
This evening, transfer to the Dark Sky Alqueva Observatory. Nestled in the heart of Alentejo, the Alqueva sky offers a breathtaking view, resembling a dark velvet canvas adorned with countless stars. As a certified Dark Sky® Reserve and "Starlight Tourism Destination," this protected area spans over 10,000 square kilometers.
Enjoy your visit to the official Dark Sky Observatory with a professional guide who will lead you through an unforgettable night sky tour. Using powerful telescopes, you will explore constellations, nebulae, star clusters, distant galaxies, planets, comets, binary systems, and colorful stars. The experience provides a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of the universe.
Note: The timing of the session varies based on sunset and daylight savings (start times between 7.30pm and 10.00pm).
DAY 3
After breakfast, meet your guide. Nestled in the heart of Alentejo, experience the region’s deep-rooted connection to the land by visiting a traditional country estate.
Here, explore the property, interact with the animals and enjoy the scents and landscapes that define the area.
With a glass of local wine in hand, help gather fresh ingredients to prepare an authentic "alentejana" meal over an open fire, learning about local flavors, cheeses, and smoked meats along the way. This hands-on experience culminates in a shared meal, bonding over food, wine, and stories with your hosts.
Return to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
DAY 4
Following breakfast, meet your guide and prepare to immerse yourself in nature during a leisurely trekking experience through the lush forest with the magnificent Serra D’Ossa hills as a backdrop. Get an in-depth look at its extraordinary biodiversity, considered one of the richest in Europe.
Apart from all the fauna and flora that live off the cork trees, do not be surprised to come across a wide variety of wildlife, including boar, mongoose, hares and many species of birds.
After the walking tour, discover the world of Herdade da Maroteira wines on a guided tour of the estate, where you will visit the winery and tasting room. Enjoy a tasting of Maroteira wines, accompanied by Iberian pork ham and cheese.
At the end of the morning, enjoy lunch in a typical Alentejo restaurant, with a traditional menu showcasing the foods of the region, accompanied by Alentejo wines of course!
After lunch, return to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
Note: The walking route of the working farm is easy and mostly flat, however and depending on weather, the path may be muddy as it follows farm tracks. The experience is not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters. In case of heavy rain or for tour dates in August where the weather is extremely hot, 4x4 transportation throughout the farm will be provided. Guests should wear hiking boots or shoes that you do not mind getting dusty or muddy.
DAY 4
Following breakfast at the hotel, settle any incidentals and check out before meeting your guide. Leaving Évora behind, you will return to Lisbon.
Lying north of the River Tagus estuary and stretching over seven hills, Portugal's capital city has much to offer.
Explore the Belem district and see the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, an extraordinary example of Portugal's 'Manueline' style of architecture. Once populated by monks, the UNESCO-listed monastery was commissioned by King Manuel I to commemorate Vasco da Gama’s famous voyage to India in 1497.
Time permitting, see Torre de Belém (Belém Tower), one of Lisbon's most iconic buildings and symbolic of Portugal's great Age of Expansion.
Also enjoy a refreshment stop, where you may wish to sample the famous and scrumptious Pastéis de Belém (custard tarts). Afterwards, continue to the port of Lisbon for embarkation.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details including timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests who do not arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program without notice will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm. Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
•Due to overlapping dates, Guests on Voyager’s April 29, 2026 sailing will stay in a Deluxe room (instead of Deluxe Garden View) for any Extra Nights that are purchased through Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This only applies to Extra Nights necessitating a room change once the four-night program begins.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Lisbon Airport
You are met outside customs and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel to spend the afternoon and the evening at your leisure
3:00pm Check in time at your hotel
Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed
Meals are on your own today
Overnight at The One Palácio da Anunciada or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel, check out (settle incidentals before departing)
9:00am Meet your guide and depart for Évora
10:45am Arrive in Évora
1:00pm Enjoy lunch at your leisure
3:00pm Visit Évora University
4:30pm Check into your hotel
From 5:30pm Dinner on own
*6:30-9:00pm Pick up from hotel and transfer to the Dark Sky Alqueva Observatory
*7:30-10:00pm Immerse yourselves in the wonders of the universe at the Observatory
Return to your hotel
Overnight at the Convento do Espinheiro Hotel or similar hotel
*The timing of the session at the Observatory varies based on sunset and daytime saving (start time will be sometime between 7:30pm and 10:00pm and reconfirmed by your guide during the program)
DAY 3
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Meet your guide and depart for Alentejo
10:00am Arrive in Alentejo for a tour and cooking experience
1:00pm Lunch at the farm
4:00pm Arrive back at the hotel
7:30pm Dinner on own
Overnight at the Convento do Espinheiro Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 4
8:00am Breakfast at the hotel
9:00am Meet your guide and depart the hotel
10:00am Begin your cork trekking experience
12:00pm Wine tasting
1:00pm Lunch
4:00pm Return to your hotel
7:30pm Dinner on own
Overnight at the Convento do Espinheiro Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 5
7:30am Breakfast at the hotel
8:30am Hotel check out (settle any incidentals before departing) and drive to Lisbon
10:30am Arrive in Lisbon for sightseeing
1:00pm Proceed to the port for embarkation
1:30pm Approximate arrival at the port for embarkation
What to bring:
Comfortable, weather appropriate clothing that can be layered, umbrella or rain jacket, bathing suit, hat, sunscreen, camera, chargers
Local Currency:
EURO
Electricity
We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices
Documents and Visa Requirements:
A passport that is valid for at least 6 months after travel is required.
Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
Accommodation:
The One Palácio da Anunciada
R. das Portas de Santo Antão 112 134, 1150-268 Lisboa, Portugal
Phone: +351 21 041 2300
Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa
Canaviais, Évora 7005-839 Portugal
Phone: +351 266 788 200
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotel(s) listed in this program.
•Due to overlapping dates, Guests on Voyager’s April 29, 2026 sailing will stay in a Deluxe room (instead of Deluxe Garden View) for any Extra Nights that are purchased through Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This only applies to Extra Nights necessitating a room change once the four-night program begins.
Program Includes for guests:
•One night at the One Palácio da Anunciada hotel – Deluxe Garden Room
•Three nights at the Convento do Espinheiro hotel – Deluxe/Design Room
•Hotel porterage
•Breakfast daily
•Complimentary bottled water on the tour coach
•English-speaking local guides
•Lunches as indicated in the itinerary 3-course menu – starter + main course + dessert, + 1 glass of wine per person or soft drink, mineral water, tea/coffee
•Entrance fees where specified in the itinerary
•Driver and guide gratuities
•Whisper audio system for the duration of the tour
•All taxes
•Private airport transfer per booking
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Meals not included in the itinerary
•Airport porterage
•Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry and mini bar
Please note:
Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $3,999 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
