A road trip planned by David Lawrence over 21 days with 56 stops.
Countries: ESP, PRT
From 2025-09-03T23:00:00.000Z to 2025-09-23T23:00:00.000Z
Wharf Road, Portsmouth, UK
PortsmouthBilbaoOutbound trip4 September 2025Departure19:00Arrival08:00 (+2d)Passengers2x AdultsTransportMinibus/MotorhomeDA22YBVSailingEarly Bird fare£552.50Comfort1x 4 berth inside cabin£147
El Puerto, Spain
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Estremoz is a historic, fortified "White City" in Portugal’s Alentejo region, located about a 90-minute drive east of Lisbon. Famous for its massive white marble quarries, it offers a blend of medieval castles, rich local cuisine, and royal history—all surrounded by the region's vast olive groves and vineyards. [1, 2, 3, 4]Top Things to DoCastelo de Estremoz: Perched on a hilltop, this 13th-century castle features the 27-meter-high Torre de Menagem, constructed entirely from local white marble. The castle grounds now house the elegant Pousada Castelo de Estremoz hotel. [1]Museu Berardo Estremoz: Located in the restored Tocha Palace, this museum features Portugal's largest private collection of azulejos (ceramic tiles), showcasing 800 years of tile history. Tickets are typically €3.50 and often include a local wine tasting. [1]Saturday Market: Estremoz hosts one of Portugal's most famous weekly markets in the central Rossio Marquês de Pombal square, where you can browse regional antiques, crafts, and Alentejo produce. [1, 2]Tour the Marble Quarries: The area produces about 90% of Portugal's marble. You can arrange guided tours to stand at the edge of the massive, active quarries and see how the stone is processed
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Moura is a historic gem in the Alentejo region of Portugal, famous for its rich Moorish heritage, olive oil production, and proximity to the Alqueva Dam. Located about 200km southeast of Lisbon and near the Spanish border, it offers a peaceful, authentic Portuguese experience away from mass tourism. [1, 2, 3]Key HighlightsMouraria: One of the largest and best-preserved Moorish quarters in Portugal, featuring whitewashed houses, narrow cobbled streets, and distinct thick chimneys. [1, 2]Castle of Moura (Castelo de Moura): Dating back to the Moorish occupation in the 11th and 12th centuries, the castle grounds offer panoramic views of the Alentejo countryside. [1, 2, 3, 4]Arab Museum: Built directly around an ancient Moorish well, providing insight into the town's Islamic history. [1]Alqueva Lake: Located just a short drive away, this massive artificial lake is a hotspot for water sports, boat tours, and stargazing. [1, 2]
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Sagres, Portugal
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Vila Nova de Milfontes is a stunning coastal town in the Alentejo region, located roughly 190km south of Lisbon. Where the Mira River meets the Atlantic, it offers both river and ocean beaches, making it a highly popular getaway for surfing, hiking the Fisherman's Trail, and enjoying local seafood. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Key HighlightsBeaches: Choose from sheltered spots like Praia da Franquia or Praia das Furnas, or head south to Praia do Almograve for impressive surfing waves. [1, 2]History: Visit the Forte de São Clemente (Milfontes Castle), built in 1602 to protect the village from pirates. [1, 2]Nature: The town lies in the protected Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina, offering dramatic cliffs and abundant wildlife. [1, 2, 3]Vibe: The whitewashed town center gets vibrant and busy in August, but otherwise offers a relaxed, authentic Portuguese feel.
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2900-355 Setúbal, Setúbal, Portugal
2925-318 São Lourenço, Setúbal, Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal
Colares, Portugal
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São João das Lampas, Portugal
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2560 A dos Cunhados, Portugal
Large car park in the dunes
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Lamego, Portugal
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Peneda-Gerês National Park, Portugal
Municipality of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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Cudillero, Spain
AS-260, Caravia, Parres, Spain
Cangas de Onís, Spain
Cabrales, Spain
Zierbena, Spain
Wharf Road, Portsmouth, UK
BilbaoPortsmouthInbound trip16 September 2025Departure13:00Arrival20:45 (+1d)Passengers2x AdultsTransportMinibus/MotorhomeDA22YBVSailingEarly Bird fare£378.50Comfort1x 2 berth Club cabin with TV + VOD£295Add-ons2x CClub LoungeFREE£0
3 Sep 2025 - 23 Sep 2025