Walk through Monchique cork and medronho forest, delve into its gastronomy and learn how local farmers create the best cured meat in Algarve. Start early in the morning on a hike to the most panoramic point in Monchique, through cork and medronho trees. Visit a black pigs factory, where producing Portugal’s most flavoursome meat is done by methods that have been passed on from generations. Learn how the sausages and the famous chouriços are produced at the farm. Taste the best chouriço and raw hams in Monchique paired with a fine glass of red wine. Visit a Medronho distillery, where local producers will show you the process of distillation and explain step by step how it is made
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
A glass of wine and a liquor tasting session
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Intermarché Monchique
We will meet at Intermarché Parking Area in Monchique
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children over 10 are welcome
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Walk through Monchique cork and medronho forest, delve into its gastronomy and learn how local farmers create the best cured meat in Algarve. Start early in the morning on a hike to the most panoramic point in Monchique, through cork and medronho trees. Visit a black pigs factory, where producing Portugal’s most flavoursome meat is done by methods that have been passed on from generations. Learn how the sausages and the famous chouriços are produced at the farm. Taste the best chouriço and raw hams in Monchique paired with a fine glass of red wine. Visit a Medronho distillery, where local producers will show you the process of distillation and explain step by step how it is made
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
A glass of wine and a liquor tasting session
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Intermarché Monchique
We will meet at Intermarché Parking Area in Monchique
