Quick Details
Enjoy a great tour at a farm close to Castelo Branco, with privileged scenery. Over 4 hours, 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. There’s still time to make cream cheese and taste it, before saying goodbye with a typical snack. Ages 12+, with a reduced rate for children 6–11 and free entry under 5.
Adult
(12+ years)
€ 78
Child
(6-11 years)
€ 46
Young Child
(Under 5 years old)
Enjoy a great Tour in a Farm 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, 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. In this activity, there is still time to make some cream cheese, 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
- Cheese making and tasting
What’s Not Included
- Lunch (not included in this shorter version — see the full-day “Rural Day with Shepherding” experience for a meal 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
- Cheesemaking – Make and taste cream cheese
- Farewell – A typical snack to close the visit
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 visit. Following the milk’s journey from the morning milking to hand-making cream cheese connects the whole process.
A warm, family-run welcome. Past guests describe genuine kindness and hospitality, even toward children, making this a memorable agritourism stop.
A more compact way to experience the farm. At 4 hours, this offers the heart of the full-day experience without the extended time commitment.
Meeting point
- After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.
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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 visit.Is lunch included?
No, this shorter 4-hour version doesn’t include lunch — the full-day “Rural Day with Shepherding” experience includes a traditional meal.Do I make cheese myself?
Yes, making and tasting cream cheese is included.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 policy.
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Verissimo & Filhos were so kind and gracious to us and our child. We had a great time learning about their farm and cheese factory. It was an immersive experience that we will not soon forget. We highly recommend a visit to their farm if you are interested in agritourism. We would certainly want to stay in their accommodations for a return visit in the future!
– April 20, 2026 – Verified bookingShare your experience
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