Nature Escape | 28 - 31 May 2026
4 Days Spring Escape I Serra da Estrela
As the summer comes to a close and the leaves begin to fall, join us for a special retreat at TheVagar Belmonte for a transformative "Soul Harvesting" experience. This October, we invite you to prepare for the winter season by reconnecting with nature in the serene surroundings of Serra da Esperança.
This retreat will be particularly unique as it features an exciting mushroom picking adventure in the lush forests of Serra da Esperança. You'll have the opportunity to forage for wild mushrooms, guided by local experts who will share their knowledge about the different varieties and their benefits.
But the experience doesn't end in the forest. Back at TheVagar, we'll host a cooking class where you'll learn to prepare delicious dishes using the mushrooms you've gathered. This hands-on culinary experience will not only teach you new cooking skills but also deepen your connection to the natural world and the food it provides.
Join us for this enriching retreat to close the summer with gratitude and prepare for the winter ahead. Embrace the beauty of the changing seasons, learn new skills, and nourish your soul in the tranquil setting of TheVagar Belmonte. We look forward to welcoming you to this special retreat.
Day 1: Gentle hike + Visit Local Cheese Museum + Picnic in nature
Enjoy a Cheese Museum Visit and taste Portuguese cheese.
With a buttery or dry dough, yellow colour and intense flavour, Serra da Estrela cheese is made exclusively with milk from Bordaleira breed sheep and puts all the generosity of Serra da Estrela on the table. Ancient techniques and rituals used in the making of this cheese are still unaltered, providing it with a rich touch that will make you remember its taste.
Distance: 10 km
Duration: 4hrs
Level: gentle
Day 2: Belmonte + Visit Jewish Museum + Synagogue
Gentle hike from hotel to Belmonte village and back. Visit of the Jewish Museum and learn how the life was back in that time. One of the last rabbi opens the doors of the synagogue for us and explains the current situation of the Jewish in Belmonte, their traditions and challenges.
Distance: 12km
Duration: 5:00h
Level: gentle
Day 3: Sortelhã
A hike through the lovely countryside of Serra da Estrella, picnic in nature by the river followed by a decent climb up to Sortelha village dated back to 1228. We will enjoy a picnic within the medieval walls. Pick up by hotel Jeep.
Distance: 15km
Duration: 5:00h
Level: Moderate
Where you stay
A 5-star Boutique Hotel in Serra da Esperance. Choose your individual room, different rooms available.
Total package starts from €1.400
What’s included:
3 x Morning Qigong (60 minutes)
3 x Guided Health Hikes and visit 3 different cultural spots
3 x Breakfast onsite (ordered individually and served onsite)
3 x Dinners à la carte onsite (provided by Fatima Restaurant in Belmonte)
3 x Packed lunch in nature in reusable Walksperia bags
3x “5pm Teatime” incl coffee, tea and cake.
Transport to hiking starting points (if applicable)
What’s excluded:
Transport to hotel, travel insurance, Spa Treatments, alcohol, fizzy drinks.
Escape Policy
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To guarantee the reservation, full pre-payment is required at the time of booking.
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If the booking is cancelled or modified up to 14 days before the arrival date, no penalty will be applied, and the full amount will be refunded.
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If the cancellation or modification occurs after that period, the total amount of the reservation will be retained.
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In case of cancellation during the stay or in the event of a no-show, the full amount of the package will also be charged.