Do I really milk the sheep and walk the flock myself?

Yes, both the morning milking and walking the flock as a shepherd are hands-on parts of the day.

What's included in the lunch?

A complete meal of organic legumes and traditional Portuguese-style lamb.

Do I make cheese myself?

Yes, cream cheese making in the property's cheese factory is included later in the day.

Is this suitable for children?

Yes, this is a family-friendly experience - children aged 6-11 have a reduced rate, and children under 5 go free.

Is transportation included?

Transportation is not included, but private transfer can be arranged on request.

What is the minimum and maximum group size?

A minimum party of 2 is required to book. Groups of up to 20 are welcome.

Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and rescheduling policy.

Rural Day with Shepherding | Portugal Farm Experiences

Quick Details

Duration: 1 day
Type of Tour: Farm Tour
Tour Location: Castelo Branco
Transportation: Not included – contact us if you need private transfer
Lunch: Traditional Portuguese recipe with local products
Number People: Minimum party of 2 required to book
Questions about the Tour: +351911701055 (WhatsApp)

Enjoy a great day at a farm right close to Castelo Branco, with privileged scenery. Over 1 full day, start by milking the sheep, providing the milk for organically certified cheese and curd. Then take on the role of the shepherd, walking the flock to one of the farm’s enclosures and learning everything about the sheep and their needs. Enjoy a complete lunch with organic legumes and respectfully prepared lamb, the Portuguese way. There’s still time to make cream cheese in the property’s cheese factory, and relax next to an orchard, before saying goodbye with a typical snack. Ages 12+, with a reduced rate for children 6–11 and free entry under 5.

Enjoy a great day in a Farm right close to Castelo Branco!

On this farm, with a privileged scenery, the day starts by milking the sheep, which provides the necessary milk for the production of organically certified cheese and curd. Then, to whet the appetite, take on the role of the shepherd and walk the flock to one of the farm’s enclosures, learning everything about the sheep and their needs. At the end, enjoy a complete lunch with organic legumes and respectfully prepared lamb, the Portuguese way! In this full-day activity, there is still time to make some cream cheese in the property’s cheese factory, and relax next to an orchard, before saying goodbye with a typical snack.

What is included

Arrival to the farm and welcome by the farmer;
Visit to the farm
Milking sheep experience
Walking with the flock
Lunch (organic legumes and lamb)
Visit cheese factory
Cream cheese making experience

What’s Not Included

Transportation to the farm
Gratuities for the host

Itinerary

Welcome – Arrival at the farm
Milking – Milk the sheep for organic cheese and curd
Shepherding – Walk the flock to the enclosure, learning about the sheep’s needs
Lunch – Organic legumes and traditional Portuguese lamb
Cheesemaking – Make cream cheese in the property’s cheese factory
Farewell – Relax by the orchard with a typical snack

Highlights

A genuine shepherd’s role, not a demonstration. Walking the flock yourself and learning their needs offers real, hands-on rural immersion.

From milking to cheese, in one day. Following the milk’s journey from the morning milking to hand-making cream cheese connects the whole process.

A proper Portuguese lunch, earned. Organic legumes and respectfully prepared lamb reflect genuine regional tradition, not a simplified tourist meal.

A relaxed, unhurried full day. With time to unwind by the orchard and a farewell snack, this feels like a real day in the countryside, not a rushed itinerary.