Serra da Estrela: Jeep tour with a visit to the shepherd｜Portugal

Depart from Manteigas for a 4x4 experience through Serra da Estrela, accompanied by a local guide who has in-depth knowledge of the mountains, their trails, their stories, and their traditions. After a short initial briefing, you will follow mountain trails and off-the-beaten-path routes, passing through natural landscapes, hidden viewpoints, and places with a strong mountain identity.

Throughout the tour, you'll discover Serra da Estrela in an authentic way, with informative stops to take in the scenery, learn interesting facts about the region, and hear stories about life in the mountains. The route may pass through areas such as Penhas Douradas, Serra de Baixo, Vale do Rossim, mountain villages, Encosta de São Lourenço, Casais de Folgosinho, or Senhora de Assedasse, depending on weather conditions, the time of year, and the location of the herd.

The highlight of the experience will be meeting a local shepherd and his flock. Here, you will have the opportunity to learn about one of the oldest professions in Serra da Estrela, hear stories about daily life in the mountains, and gain a better understanding of the bond between the shepherd, the animals, and the landscape. Amid the sound of cowbells and the peaceful mountain setting, you will experience genuine contact with the region's pastoral culture.

At the end of the tour, you will return to Manteigas by 4x4, taking with you a different memory of the Serra da Estrela: not just a beautiful landscape, but a human, local, and authentic experience.