Minho
Casa de Mateus or Mateus Palace, Portugal
Mateus Palace set in beautiful gardens is considered to be one of the finest examples of baroque civil architecture in Portugal.
David Monteiro Tour Guide
Welcome to my website. I’m David Monteiro, a Tour Guide or Tour Leader, as you prefer to call it.
This website showcases my work and is an ongoing project.
Here you’ll find information about subjects I typically discuss during the tours I lead.
Join me on my newest adventure, the
HIKING PORTUGAL TRIP
From June 15 to 26, 2027
Hiking Portugal Trip – A 12-Day Journey Through Nature, History, and Culture
Get ready for a life-changing adventure across Portugal’s most breathtaking landscapes with the Hiking Portugal Trip.
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Gerês National Park
Hiking from Soajo to Peneda: An Iconic Adventure in Gerês National Park, Portugal
Hiking from Soajo to Peneda in Gerês National Park. Explore scenic trails, charming villages, and breathtaking viewpoints!
Portugal
Quinta, in Portugal, what is it?
Quinta, in Portugal, is a term often used when dealing with wine-related subjects in Portugal, usually referring to the wine farm.
Madeira
The unknown Madeira’s trail of Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço (PR8), Portugal
Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço (PR8) is a unique and unforgettable experience. Surprisingly, this trail isn’t widely promoted.
Azores
Pico summit, the highest mountian in Portugal – Azores
The hike up to the Pico summit must be among the most common goals for hikers and mountaineers in Portugal.
Alentejo
Marvão, at the top of a mountain, Portugal
Marvão is visible from many kilometers away.
When we approach Marvão, what we first see is an immense quartzite monolith with a walled village on top.
Douro Valley
Douro Valley hiking trail between Pinhão and Provesende, Portugal
It is a spectacular hiking trail to take photographs like the ones we see in tourist catalogs of the Douro Valley, a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Alentejo
Évora, Portugal
Évora, a museum-city, whose roots go back to Roman times, reached its golden age in the 15th century when it became the residence of the Portuguese kings.
Alentejo
The Lusitano Horse at Alter Stud Farm, Portugal
The Lusitano horse, known for its grace, strength, and intelligence, thrives in the serene environment of Alter.
About David Monteiro
Welcome to the digital doorway of discovery! I can be your gateway to unforgettable adventures across the captivating landscapes of Portugal and Spain.
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The objective of this website
This website aims to be a repository of my texts and photos, mostly related to the tours I’ve been leading.
You will find information about Portugal, Spain, and Cape Verde the regions where I guide.
Collaboration with other projects
Although I have a company (Iberactive), I’m always open to joining other projects, opening new destinations for client companies, or working with other travel agencies.
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Questions and answers
Please access the page “Questions and answers about traveling to Portugal” for questions and answers about traveling to Portugal and Spain.