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The Bikotel® label certifies hotel’s best practices on specific features for cycling guests.

Bikotel® members are inns but also touristic destinations that want to be known as bike friendly in the tourism market (both road or mountain biking). Obtaining the Bikotel label is getting awarness and giving to clients a service quality level warranty about cycling amenities.

Bikotel® is a trade mark of A2Z Consulting by Ytravel, lda, that offers full support to any inn or destination agency that may want to enroll this program. Custom consulting services are available to assure inn’s features organization, bike routes design and Bikotel brand marketing and communication (including site content managing).

• Bike parking lot• Bike secured garage• Overnight cyclingclothes laundry• Bike washing facility• Cyclist menu (carbo,fruit and veggy)• Mini-Bike repair station with basic tool set and pump• Bike routes for road and/or mountain biking (with maps, technical data and GPS tracks)

• Cyclist Massage and doctor available (or on demand)• Associated bike shopfor repair• Specialized bike guides• Bike and GPS rental• Phone support line with emergency transfer service• Meteo forecast

MANDATORY OPTIONAL AMENITIES

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This web portal gather all the inns and destinations that were

recognized with the Bikotel label. Starting in Portugal,

but inspired by cycle tourist needs from all over the world

this label aims to be available worldwide

www.bikotels.com

Promoted by:

What is a BikeFriendly Hotel (Bikotel®)?

Is a lodging that offers specific amenities to answer

the needs of those who consider cycling the best thing in life

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WELCOME TO PORTUGALWith an extended experience in organizing customized active vacations all over the world since 2006, A2Z Adventures is a small, but fully professional company dedicated to provide world travelers with unique experiences! Powered by your travel passion, A2Z Adventures prepares very special road cycling, hiking and mountain biking tours all around the world. At A2Z Adven-tures we believe these are the ways to take the most from a trip, as one can have a close contact with nature and local culture, always at a relaxed rhythm.Because we are a Portuguese company, we specialized in Portugal and we take great pleasure in showing our charming country, taking you to those unique places that only locals know about.Our expertise covers all Portugal, from the North untouched nature to the relaxed and sunny South, from the precious Atlantic Coast to the inner Histori-cal Villages near to the Spanish border or even the ancient traditions of the typical Schist Villages in the Center of Portugal. And if you don’t find a trip that suites your needs, we are sure we can design one for you!At A2Z Adventures we give preference to traveling in small groups. This allows us to stay in unique and special places, away from the tourist crowds. It also allows us to give a first class service with our dedicated guides, which speak English fluently. We try hard to offer the best and most genuine experiences, giving time to interact with local people. For us the most important is our guests’ experience.At A2Z Adventures we love what we do and we only run trips that are our favorites. It’s that simple.H

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The Bikotel® label certifies hotel’s best practices on specific features for cycling guests.

Bikotel® members are inns but also touristic destinations that want to be known as bike friendly in the tourism market (both road or mountain biking). Obtaining the Bikotel label is getting awarness and giving to clients a service quality level warranty about cycling amenities.

Bikotel® is a trade mark of A2Z Consulting by Ytravel, lda, that offers full support to any inn or destination agency that may want to enroll this program. Custom consulting services are available to assure inn’s features organization, bike routes design and Bikotel brand marketing and communication (including site content managing).

• Bike parking lot• Bike secured garage• Overnight cyclingclothes laundry• Bike washing facility• Cyclist menu (carbo,fruit and veggy)• Mini-Bike repair station with basic tool set and pump• Bike routes for road and/or mountain biking (with maps, technical data and GPS tracks)

• Cyclist Massage and doctor available (or on demand)• Associated bike shopfor repair• Specialized bike guides• Bike and GPS rental• Phone support line with emergency transfer service• Meteo forecast

MANDATORY OPTIONAL AMENITIES

good PRactices

This web portal gather all the inns and destinations that were

recognized with the Bikotel label. Starting in Portugal,

but inspired by cycle tourist needs from all over the world

this label aims to be available worldwide

www.bikotels.com

Promoted by:

What is a BikeFriendly Hotel (Bikotel®)?

Is a lodging that offers specific amenities to answer

the needs of those who consider cycling the best thing in life

(road or mountain biking).

Types of TripsA2Z Adventures is a small but fully dedicated company. We believe that all our trips are, to some extent, customized to the individual needs of each of our guests. On average we have 8 people on our trips. This way we feel like we can dedicate our full attention to each and every one of our guests. A2Z Adventures offers different types of tours (Guided, Supported and Self-guided) and in all of them we assure a high level of service. On a Guided Tour you have a tour leader fluent in English plus another local guide; on a SupportedTour a guide also fluent in English (driving a support van) will be around in each corner to assist you and transfer your luggage to the next inn; on a Self-Guided Tour we will be available 24 hours through a phone support line, while you follow your route with the help of a GPS, map and route directions. In some tours we even provide a mobile phone to call us for free and receive text messages with the weather forecast. All this with no extra charge!In all our tours, we distribute detailed information about the itinerary and the country you are visiting and, in cycling tours, route directions. This will not be standard documentation, but carefully revised documents for each individual trip. Even if we have done the trip a million times, all documentation is reviewed and adapted to YOUR unique trip.This is what we consider first class service!

Custom TripsWe can run a private Biking or Hiking Trip for a couple, a group of friends or a company.All that is needed is to get together a group of people, pick one of our trips and choose the date of the trip. We can even make small changes on the itinerary or on the trip’s length to meet some specific needs or interests. You want to do something completely different?No problem, just tell us what you are looking for and we will try to make it real!

Social and Environmental ActionWe have assumed our social and environmental responsibility from the first moment. A2Z Adventures has been working together with local guides, in the respect for local traditions and cultures, in order to minimize the impact of our activities and, at the same time, develop local economy. Because this is not enough, 1% of our revenues are donated to grassroots, social and environmental groups that make a difference in their local communities. In the last years, together with our clients, we have financed several projects in Portugal (Decano-Castelo Novo, Quercus-Castelo Branco, ATN-Castelo Rodrigo), Chile (Omora Fundation-Navarino), India (the Sun School for Kargyak) and Morocco (ESOM association).

Ethical CodeA2Z Adventures promotes the contact with authen-tic realities, encouraging nature and world cultural heritage protection by the awareness and consciousness of travellers. Our trips are made with small groups because we are conscientious of the consequences related with massive tourism.We respect and involve the communities creating partnerships, such as the A2Z Selected Partner, in order to better understand their culture and preserve their integrity.A2Z Adventures assumes the responsibility of privacy protection of the clients, using images and testimonies only when authorised. For A2Z Adventures client’s satisfaction is essential and their opinions are seriously taken in consideration.

A2Z Selected PartnersWhen we travel abroad, we try hard to work with local people and organizations to help the local economy grow, encourage local services excellence and allow a better understanding of local culture. A2Z Selected Partners program recognizes A2Z Adventures local partners that, by collaborating with A2Z Adventures, have achieved our absolute trust. Travelling with our selected partners is as if you were travelling with one of our guides: the same passion and professionalism.

Ferraria de S. João, Schist Villages, Portugal

Our Inns

We don’t base our lodging choices simply on a star rating system. Sometimes they are five or four star hotels and sometimes they are small, but very unique, inns or manor houses. Our trips are divided in five different categories: Budget, Value, Comfort, Selected and Luxury, this way you know better the price/quality ratio. In Portugal, we like to stay in historical buildings like old monasteries, convents and farm houses. Imagine the charm and beauty of staying at a 14th century convent, while enjoying the amenities of a five star hotel. And then there’s the food. You will taste the best local recipes and savour the best wines from each place we visit. These are some of the very special inns where you will have the chance to stayin one of the many tours we run in Portugal.

Casa das PenhasDouradas

Serra da Estrela

Casas do Vale do NinhoFerraria de S. João

Aldeia da PedralvaPedralva

Cooking and NatureAlvados

Pousada de EstóiFaro

Furadouro HotelOvar

Casas do CôroMarialva

Casa da CisternaCastelo Rodrigo

Quinta NovaPinhão

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Portugal is a magical country with many different landscapes. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Spain, it is Europe's westernmost and oldest country, full of history and traditions.We have divided Portugal into five major areas considering their uniqueness in landscape and local traditions. Those regions are: Douro and Gerês (North), Atlantic Coast, Schist Villages, Histori-cal Villages (Center) and Algarve and Alentejo (South).In the North of Portugal we have the only Portuguese National Park, a large area where nature is at its pure state. Along the Douro River one can find the amazing Douro valley with the immense vineyards in endless terraces delightful to see.In the Center of Portugal, on the west side we find the precious Atlantic Coast, a part of Portugal teeming with life, most of it devoted to the sea. In this area you will find the two larger cities, Porto and Lisbon. Towards the inner center of Portugal, you will find the lost Schist Villages, hidden in the mountains. These small old villages preserved very unique traditions and the simple way of living of old times.

Near the Spanish border you will find the 12th century Historical Villages, once a defensive area against invaders.Nowadays castles remain to retell those histories and let you travel back in time. This area also includes Serra da Estrela, Portuguese mainland highest mountain, and International Tagus Natural Park and its Geopark.In the sunny South of Portugal, Alentejo and Algarve await for you. Alentejo’s typical rolling hills with gentle landscapes and nice little towns are a calm place to visit. Algarve goes much beyond the most crowed beaches.The vast fauna and flora make this a birdwatching paradise, and the hills of Algarve offer wonderful views of the wilderness.In the following pages you will discover in more detail each of these areas of Portugal. There you can also find the A2Z Adventures trips that will take to the best places in walking or biking tours or in a short adventure full of activities around a carefully selected lodging. We love our country and we are sure you will enjoy it too with A2Z Adventures.

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Pure Nature > This is the perfect setting for lovers of nature in its pure state. Here lies the only National Park in Portugal - the Peneda-Gerês National Park, integrated in the European PAN Park network, the only one in the Iberian Peninsula and part of the twelve existing throughout Europe. We recommend hiking by the old trails used by shepherds, among oaks and magnificent water-falls. Pathways that connect several villages in contact with the local culture and daily life of this beautiful area of the country. Learn about the ancient arts and traditions, such as handcrafted ironwork. Be amazed while visiting Pitões das Júnias, one of the highest villages of Portugal, and walk to the top of S. João da Fraga where you will have all the splendour of the National Park at your feet. Here also lies the Douro Valley with its immense vineyards, a landscape classified as world heritage by UNESCO. Considered the 7th Best Sustainable Tourism Destination in the world, here is produced the famous Port wine and some of the best domestic table wines in the world, which will be the delight of wine lovers. Visit a charming Douro winery farm, where you can stroll through the terraced vineyards and glimpse the curves of the Douro River. Travelling on Douro River boats, walking or if you pedal through the steep vineyards Douro will remain in your mem-ory. If you have a longer stay, you can visit the historical villages with their castles and stone houses that maintain the same appearance for centuries.

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Gerês National Park remote mountainous areas.

Port Wine Country - 8 days / 7 nightsPortuguese Camino, the Way to Santiago - 8 days / 7 nights

Gerês, The Shepherd’s Way - 8 days / 7 nightsDouro and Historical Villages - 8 days / 7 nights

Douro, Nature and WineGerês National Park

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Douro vineyards, Portugal

NORTH, DOURO AND GERÊS«The accommodation and meals was above my expectations and our guides among the best I have encountered.» Nola Watkins, Australia


Portugal by the ocean > Discover the Atlantic coast of Portugal, between the two largest cities of Portugal, Porto and Lisbon! Awaiting for you is the «Atlantic Road», a set of bike paths by the sea, that allow you to enjoy the magnificent beaches of the west coast of Portugal. Along the coast in Aveiro district (the “Venice” of Portugal), you may visit the Natural Reserve of Dunas de São Jacinto, a privileged location for flora and fauna observation.The beaches of Barra and Costa Nova, with their picturesque wooden houses (traditional houses with coloured stripes), will remain in your memory! In Mira beach where the haystacks dominate the landscape, you can see the artisan fishing entitled Xávega Art. The royal pine forest of Leiria, the Shrine of Fátima and the monasteries of Batalha and Alcobaça - UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are some of the highlights that culminate with the medieval town of Óbidos.Lisbon, the city of the seven hills, is worth a visit to discover its secrets and charms. Alfama, Bair-ro Alto and Mouraria neighbourhoods are not to be missed, where you can hear singing Fado. Dis-cover the city on foot, by bike, from the River aboard a sailboat or ... in an old tram! Not far away are Sintra Mountain and the Pena Palace with its magnificent gardens, UNESCO World Heritage Site. This makes Portugal and Lisbon to be in the top international tourist recommendations!

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Central Mountains, Walking Emotions - 7 days / 6 nights

Lisbon, City and SailingCooking and Limestone Nature

Atlantic Coast, Porto to Lisbon - 7 days / 6 nightsWestern Portugal, Óbidos to Fátima - 7 days / 6 nights

Typical coloured wooden houses in Costa Nova beach.

Casas S. Thiago, lodging in the medieval town of Óbidos.

S. Pedro Moel, Portugal

CENTER, ATLANTIC COAST«It was a fabulous way to see Portugal. I would highly recommendthis trip.» Daniel Krass, USA


Crossing Portugal north to south > Cross the country starting in the North Spanish border and finish in Sagres, the south-westernmost point of Europe. 1200 km of off-road cycling across forest tracks, gravel roads and steep single tracks on cliff tops. Cycling from hotel door to hotel door, overnight stays in the best hotels in the region, excellent food and relaxed atmosphere all around.From Bragança to Sagres, passing through small villages where stories and history have stopped in time, meeting the friendly people of rural Portugal and tasting the gastronomic riches of the country from North to South.Pedaling from the Trás os Montes region to the Alentejo, never losing sight of the border, then turning towards the Costa Vicentina coast line, all the way to Cabo de S. Vicente.When you get to the end of the TransPortugal you will leave behind a country of strong contrasts, but the images you will have collected will remain permanently recorded in your memories, and in the memories of all those who took up the challenge and pedaled through the depths of Por-tugal with you. Images of the locals with skin weathered by the sun, who greet us as we pass by, invite us to join them at the table, to enjoy food that tastes of the land it was grown on and where time still moves slowly, leaving us time to savor life.

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THE TOUR - 14 days

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Southwest Coast of Portugal TRANSPORTUGAL GARMIN

«Every single dimension of this days is top: accomodation, landscape, trail, perfect gps routing, Portugal, organisation, briefings, photos, ambiance, social, massage, tech support, lugagge in the room, weather, arrival in Sagres!»Paul-Hervé Theunissen, Belgium


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Discover the ancient traditions > Uncover one of the best kept secrets in central Portugal - the Schist Villages. Be delighted in these traditional villages hidden among the mountains of leafy vegetation, where the shades of shale blend seamlessly in nature. In these villages, where time passes slowly, there is time to share stories and learn about ancient knowledge revealed through local craft.Discover the beauty of these villages lost in the mountains, covering some of the best trails for mountain biking and walking in Portugal! While discovering the schist paths marvel at the river beaches of pure water and typical villages. Here you may also visit the MBT Centers with marked circuits of varying degrees of difficulty (over 10), which ensures the satisfaction of everyone, from beginners to more experienced. Enjoy local cuisine, which still gathers the ingredients directly from the organic garden in the backyard. For a change, or for a family program, you can combine with the Schist Paths, walking and cycling, the relaxation of Shiatsu or Yoga or activities related to traditional knowledge and flavours, such as making wood oven bread or fresh goat cheese.You will stay in comfortable restored stone houses converted in rural tourism units, surrounded by nature in all its splendour. A journey through time that you won’t forget!

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Schist Village to Village - 8 or 6 days / 7 ou 5 nights

Schist Villages Trail - 7 days / 6 nightsULTRA Schist Villages Trail - 4 days / 6 nights

Schist Villages, Nature ZenSchist Villages, Walking and Biking

The schist trails will delight mountain biking lovers. Here was created the first Portuguese MTB Center.

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Talasnal, Portugal

CENTER, SCHIST VILLAGES«A2Z was like a “movable feast” with every day a new adventure of walking, eating, and learning from our guide about Portugal.»

Mary Anderson, USA


Travel back in time > Discover Portugal in a different way exploring its inland through Roman roads in some of the most beautiful 12th century Historical Villages of Portugal.Visit fascinating places such as Monsanto and Idanha-a-Velha with its beautiful houses and cas-tles made from old granite. Sortelha, whose castle is a national monument, and Belmonte, where an important Jewish community was established when they sought refuge fleeing persecution in Castile, are places not to miss! In central massif of the Serra da Estrela, the highest point of the country - 1993m high, feel in true mountain environment. The glacial valleys of Zêzere, Unhais da Serra or Loriga, are ideal for hiking and breathtaking mountain biking. Who likes challenges mounted on a road bike, can make a real stage of altitude, with several epic climbs including the famous Tower ascend.In Celorico of Beira is worth visiting the Manor of Serra da Estrela cheese, at the old City Hall, and have a cheese tasting of excellence.Be dazzled by the special charm of the International Tagus Natural Park, an area with a unique flora and fauna, including impressive birds of prey.The small town of Tomar, land of the Templars, will surprise you with the Convent of Christ, UNESCO’s World Heritage, one of the most important Portuguese monuments with remarkable examples of Manueline architectural style.

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Historical Villages Trail - 7 days / 6 nightsHistorical Villages, the Jewish Route - 9 days / 8 nights

WALKING Historical Villages of Portugal - 8 days / 7 nightsTejo and Geopark - 7 days / 6 nights

Historical Villages, Ancestral BeautyEstrela, Top of Portugal

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Casa das Penhas Douradas lodging in Estrela Mountain.

Walking in Monsanto historical village withits huge rocks.

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Idanha-a-Velha, Portugal

CENTER, HISTORICAL VILLAGES« I never did before such a great trip with a so well prepared support team! I would recommend A2Z to all my friends!» Wadson Miconi, Brazil


The sunny and quiet south > In the southern region of Portugal discover the rolling plains, the whitewashed houses, fields covered with flowers and the wild beaches of fine golden sand that are hidden among cliffs!Stretching over more than 100 km of coastline, the Natural Park of Southwest Alentejo and Costa Vicentina is the best preserved stretch of European coastline, with several species of unique flora and fauna. Beyond the deserted and wild beaches, some of the best in the country where you can surf and swim, the plains, the fields with crops in the wind and the hills dressed with olive and cork trees are perfect for walking and cycling. In the extreme southwest, be sure to visit the lighthouse at Cabo de São Vicente, which gives the name to this part of the coast. Nearby you find Ponta de Sagres, where once stood the famous Nautical School, founded by Prince Henry in the 15th century, and crucial for the Portuguese Discoveries of India and Brasil.In the Natural Park of São Mamede, further north, on top of a cliff protected by the walls of its fortress, Marvão offers spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Inland and on the hills of Alentejo and Algarve discover small villages, jewels of history and culture of one of the most beautiful regions of Portugal. Another highlight is Évora, a World Heritage Site, where you can discover the famous Lusitano equestrian breed and taste the typical local cuisine.A region to visit all year round with its sun and warm temperatures.

Alto Alentejo - 8 days / 7 nightsAlentejo Coast and Hills of Algarve - 9 days / 8 nights

Vicentina Ocean Coast Trails - 8 days / 7 nights

Alentejo Birdwatching ParadiseAlgarve, Southest Atlantic Waves

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Typical white houses of the south of Portugal (inns) in the beautiful Aldeia da Pedralva.

Biking along the hills of Algarve.

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Alentejo rolling hills, Portugal

SOUTH, ALGARVE AND ALENTEJO«One of the most challenging set of rides I have ever done on a trip with some of the best foods and by far the best accommodations, ever.

A must do.» Lisa Stone, USA


All over the World This is our world tour with A to Z adventures. We present a selection of destinations that we have been increasing slowly over time, since we want to offer you the best proposals with the best local partners- guides or local companies that we know and that we recommend to better know the local culture. By foot or biking, in the mountains or through cultural sites, with different difficulty levels and lodging quality, we are confident that you will find a tour for you in this catalogue. Find us also and talk with us in our Facebook page!

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WALKING: Schist Village to Village / Tejo & GeoParkGerês National Park, the shepherds route (B) / Historical Villages of PortugalDouro and Historical Villages

SHORT ADVENTURES: Schist Villages, Walking & Biking / Schist Villages, Nature & ZenLisbon, City & Sailing / Algarve, Southwest Atlantic WavesDouro, Nature and Wine / Gerês National ParkHistorical Villages, Ancestral Beauty / Estrela, Top of Portugal

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Sharing the PassionFun, knowledgeable and with at least five years of experience, our guides will make sure that you have a great time, in total safety. They come from very different backgrounds, have different person-alities, but there is one thing they all share: their love for traveling and the desire to show you their favorite places in the world. Pedro Pedrosa was born in Portugal. Pedro loves to travel, specially by bike. He has an university degree in Computer Science and a Masters in Spatial and Environmental Planning and after several other entrepreneurship projects he co-founded A2Z Adventures. PP is in charge of our big expeditions. He speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish and French fluently. Another co-founder of A2Z Adventures, Nuno Santos is also a Portuguese native and has a degree in Sports and Physical Education. His passion is rock climbing. His mission in life - travel all over the place looking for the perfect rock climbing spot! Joana Seco joined A2Z Adventures in 2009. As passion she loves mountain biking and trail running. Her dream? Fly to the other side of the world to meet new cultures. She guides walking and biking trips and is our (very precious) help at the office.Gonçalo Marques has an university degree in Economics and he is the contact person in sales and marketing. He loves to discover Portugal and its rich Nature and culture walking or whitin an orienteering event.Hugo Marques is the newest member of the A2Z Adventures team, graduated in Sports and Wellness. He loves nature sports, especially on the Mountains.Tiago Barra, Marco Martinho and Samuel Costa complete our Portuguese highly experienced team of guides. Outside Portugal, we rely on our good friends Jaime Henriquez (Patagonia), Driss Hemmi (Morocco) and Raju (Himalayas).

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Cover, p. 4, 5: Sofia Sampaiop. 12: Agnelo Quelhasp. 12, 13: Pedro CardosoRemaining photos: A2Z Adventures

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Historical Villages of Portugal / ADTAHP(affilliated) Tourism Development Associationwww.aldeiashistoricasdeportugal.com

Schist Villages of Portugal / ADXTUR (affilliated) Tourism Development Agencywww.aldeiasdoxisto.pt

European Union - FEDERA2Z-Adventures by Ytravel, Lda was partially financedby European funds

Centro de Portugal / ARPT(affilliated) Regional Agency for the worldwidePromotion of Center of Portugal territorywww.visitcentro.com

APECATE(affilliated) Portuguese Association for Congress,Tourism and Events Companies

Turismo de Natureza / Nature Tourism(certified) – by Turismo de Portugal

4 Senses(member) Natural experiences in Centro de Portugal

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Headquarters:A2Z Adventures by Ytravel, Lda.Largo da Bica6230-160 Castelo Novo - Portugal

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