Departure from Porto and trip to Alcobaça

Founded DA do in 1178 by the monks of the Or DE m de Cister, the Monastery DE Alcobaça is one of the most important monuments of Portugal and a World Heritage Site DA UNESCO. An impressive example of Gothic style, impresses by its grandiosity and architectural simplicity. NO its interior rest the tombs DE D. Pedro and D. Inês DE Castro, protagonists DA DE most tragic love story DA the Portuguese monarchy. The high ship, the imposing silence and the sculptural details make this visit a true journey into the country’s medieval past.

Erected in honor of the Portuguese victory in the Battle DE Aljubarrota (1385), the Monastery DA Batalha is one OF the greatest masterpieces OF Gothic architecture of the Iberian Peninsula. Also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, combines Gothic and Manueline elements with delicate sculptures and stunning glazing. The DE stack goes to the Royal Pantheon, where the kings D. John I and D. Filipa of Lencastre rest, and to the Imperfect Chapels, an impressive unfinished structure that fascinates all visitors.

The Convent of Christ, founded in 1160, is one of the most enigmatic and fascinating monuments in Portugal. Classified as a World Heritage Site DA UNESCO, it combines Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline and Renaissance architecture in one monumental complex. The heart of the convent is the iconic Charola, an octogonal templary church inspired NO Holy Sepulchre DE Jerusalem. Also DE staca the Window Manuelina, a masterpiece sculpted DA full of nautical and mystical symbols of the time of the Discoveries. Visiting this place is to immerse yourself in the history of the Templars, DA Portuguese expansion and the mysteries surrounding this mighty medieval order.

Travel DE return to Porto