Quick Details
Head into the Central Portugal countryside for a hands-on Orange Picking Experience in Dornes, Ferreira do Zêzere, about 30 minutes from Tomar and a scenic day trip from Lisbon. This relaxed, family-friendly 2-hour tour starts with a welcome glass of fresh orange juice, followed by a guided walk through the terraced orchard with views over the Zêzere River. Your host is an agronomist who explains how the oranges are grown with minimal intervention, then invites you to pick fruit straight from the trees and taste oranges and other seasonal produce. Free for children 15 and under.
Adult
Ages 16 & Older
€ 26
Child
Ages 15 & Younger
Free
About the Orange Picking Experience
Looking for a hands-on farm experience in Central Portugal? Join our Orange Picking Experience near Tomar, set in the beautiful riverside area of Dornes (Ferreira do Zêzere). This is a relaxed, family-friendly 2-hour farm tour where you’ll meet a local producer, learn how oranges are grown with minimal intervention, and pick fruit directly from the trees.
Your host is an agronomist who guides the visit, answers questions, and shares practical knowledge about orchard care, seasons, and fruit quality. The farm is arranged in terraces, offering unique views over the Zêzere River, making this experience as scenic as it is delicious.
What’s Included
- Arrival at the farm
- Orange juice (welcome drink) with the farmer
- Guided tour of the farm with guide knowledgeable about agricultural production
- Picking oranges and other seasonal fruits available
- Tasting oranges and other seasonal fruits available
What’s Not Included
- Transportation to and from the farm (private transfer available on request)
- Additional fruit purchases
- Gratuities for the host
Itinerary
- Welcome – Arrival at the farm and a welcome glass of fresh orange juice
- Guided Orchard Walk – Learn about low-intervention orange growing from an agronomist
- Orange Picking – Pick oranges and other seasonal fruits straight from the trees
- Tasting – Sample oranges and other seasonal produce
Highlights
Guided by a real agronomist. Your host brings genuine agricultural expertise, not just a scripted tour — expect real answers about orchard care, seasons and fruit quality.
A welcome drink that sets the tone. Fresh orange juice straight from the farm, served before you even start the tour, is a simple but memorable touch.
Scenic terraced views. The farm’s terraced layout overlooking the Zêzere River adds a genuinely picturesque backdrop to the picking experience.
Free for kids. With children 15 and under going free, this is one of the more accessible family experiences in the catalogue.
Transportation
- Not included – contact us if you need private transfer
Meeting point
- After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.
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How far is this from Tomar?
About 30 minutes by car, in Dornes, Ferreira do Zêzere.Do I need any experience picking fruit?
No experience is necessary — the agronomist host guides you through the whole process.Is this suitable for children?
Yes, this is a family-friendly experience, and children aged 15 and under go free.What other fruits might I pick?
Depending on the season, other seasonal fruits available on the farm can also be picked and tasted alongside the oranges.Is transportation included?
Transportation is not included, but private transfer can be arranged on request.What languages is the tour offered in?
The tour is available in Portuguese and English.What is the minimum and maximum group size?
A minimum party of 2 is required to book. Groups of up to 40 are welcome.Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for our policy.
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