Do I need prior knowledge of herbs to attend?

No prior experience is needed; the workshop is designed for all levels.

Is transportation provided to the farm?

Transportation is not included; private transfers can be arranged upon request.

Are meals included in the workshop?

Yes, an organic vegetarian lunch is part of the day’s itinerary.

Can children attend the workshop?

Children 11 and younger attend free; ages 12 and older require adult booking.

Is the farm wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the farm is stroller and wheelchair accessible.

What will I create during the workshop?

You will make your own herbal remedy to take home, guided by the herbalist.

Medicinal Herbs Workshop by Farm Experiences & Tours

South of Lisbon, near the historic town of Trancoso, lies an 8-hectare certified organic permaculture farm where nature meets tradition in a unique hands-on experience. Farm Experiences & Tours offers a one-day Medicinal Herbs Workshop led by Laetitia, a Canadian-trained herbalist-naturopath and author, combining deep botanical knowledge with practical skills in herbal remedy-making. This immersive day centers around their mandala-shaped medicinal garden—a carefully designed living laboratory that brings herbal lore and sustainable farming to life.

Visitors begin with an introduction to the farm’s biodiversity, including ancient olive trees, thriving vineyards, and carefully cared-for fruit trees alongside free-roaming farm animals. The workshop then moves outdoors, where participants identify native and wild herbs flourishing in the garden. Laetitia’s expertise guides the group through recognizing the medicinal properties of these plants, drawing on natural pharmacy traditions that have long informed Portuguese rural life.

Hands-on activities let each guest create personalized herbal remedies, empowering them to integrate these natural solutions safely into their home wellness routine. Throughout the day, an organic vegetarian lunch highlights local produce, offering a moment to connect with like-minded individuals who value sustainable living and balanced health.

This workshop stands out not only for its expert-led content but also for its location in a biodiverse agricultural setting that reflects Portugal’s growing permaculture movement. Whether you’re a beginner keen on herbal knowledge or someone looking to deepen your relationship with nature’s healing gifts, this day offers practical skills and inspiring community.

Farm Experiences & Tours has crafted a distinctive niche in local outdoor education and sustainable agriculture, making it a destination for conscious travelers seeking meaningful, nature-based experiences outside typical hiking or adventure sports. Situated just a short drive from Lisbon, it’s an accessible retreat to recharge, learn, and leave equipped with new herbal craft skills.

About Farm Experiences & Tours

Farm Experiences & Tours is a Portugal-based operator located in Santa Bárbara, Lisboa, offering curated farm and winery experiences across multiple European regions. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the company connects travelers with rural producers through guided tastings, cellar tours, picnics, and farm lunches. Their program includes wine tastings in Lourinhã (3- and 6-wine options), a picnic winery experience, Sicilian olive oil experiences with farm lunches, Tuscan Chianti Classico tastings and lunches, Provence wine and goat cheese tours, and a coffee farm experience in Las Palmas.

Each itinerary focuses on direct engagement with producers: guided vineyard walks, explanations of winemaking and olive oil harvesting techniques, tasting masterclasses, and estate-hosted meals. Experiences are presented as day tours or on-site visits to family-run estates and châteaux, emphasizing regional flavors and landscape settings.

Farm Experiences & Tours uses trip descriptions and on-site programs supplied by partner farms and wineries; the operator showcases factual, location-specific experiences such as Montevago olive oil production, Chianti Classico tastings, and Lourinhã vineyard visits. Guests are encouraged to review individual trip details for accessibility, duration, and booking terms.

By featuring a diverse selection—wineries, olive farms, a coffee plantation, and goat cheese pairings—the operator provides verified rural culinary experiences suitable for wine lovers, culinary travelers, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic, producer-led activities in and beyond Portugal. Information on group size limits, seasonal availability, and meal inclusions is provided for each listing to help travelers plan. Local partners include small estates and producers who host tastings and lunches on-site throughout Portugal.