Private Driver at Your Disposal from Torre de Palma Wine Hotel
About Torre de Palma Wine Hotel
Torre de Palma is a Design Hotels member set on a 14th-century estate near Monforte, with its own winery, Lusitano horses and Roman ruins on the property.
From Torre de Palma, your private Mercedes-Benz takes you across the high Alentejo: marble towns, hilltop castles, prehistoric stone circles and Spanish border day trips.
Popular day trips from Torre de Palma Wine Hotel
- Estremoz — 35 km, 30 min. Marble town with the famous Saturday market and a hilltop castle.
- Évora (UNESCO) — 65 km, 55 min. Roman temple, cathedral and Chapel of Bones.
- Marvão — 45 km, 45 min. Eagle's-nest medieval village on the Spanish border.
- Castelo de Vide — 50 km, 50 min. Whitewashed mountain village with the largest Sephardic Jewish quarter in Portugal.
- Monsaraz & Alqueva — 100 km, 1h 15min. Walled village above the largest artificial lake in Europe.
- Mérida (Spain) — 120 km, 1h 30min. Roman amphitheatre, theatre and museum — UNESCO World Heritage.
What's included
- Private Mercedes-Benz (E-Class, V-Class or Sprinter) at your disposal
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Pickup and drop-off directly at Torre de Palma Wine Hotel
- All fuel, tolls, parking and driver expenses included
- Flexible itinerary — change plans on the day, no penalty
- Booking advice for restaurants, wineries and attractions
- 24/7 customer support during your stay
Sample days
- Full-day: Marvão & Castelo de Vide: Eagle's-nest village in the morning, lunch in Castelo de Vide, mountain viewpoints in the afternoon.
- Full-day: Évora & megaliths: Roman temple, Chapel of Bones, lunch in a tasca, Almendres Cromlech.
- Full-day: Mérida: Roman ruins of the old capital of Lusitania, tapas lunch, sunset return.
Frequently asked questions
How does pricing work for a driver at your disposal?
Pricing is per private vehicle (entire group), not per person. Half-day, full-day and multi-day rates are available. Send us your dates and the places you want to visit, and we will reply within 24 hours with a custom quote.
Can the itinerary change during the day?
Yes. The driver is at your disposal for the booked time. If you want to skip a stop, add an extra visit or stay longer somewhere, just say the word. No surcharges for in-day changes within the booked hours.
Do you handle restaurant and activity reservations?
Yes. Once your driver is confirmed, our team helps with restaurant bookings, museum tickets, winery visits and boat tours. We know the partners that take last-minute Torre de Palma Wine Hotel guests.
What vehicles are available?
Mercedes-Benz E-Class for up to 3 guests, V-Class for 1 to 7 guests, and Sprinter for groups up to 19. The right vehicle is matched to your group size when we send the quote.
How far in advance should I request a driver?
We recommend at least 3 to 5 days in advance to guarantee the right vehicle and driver. Same-day or next-day requests are sometimes possible — write to us and we will check availability.
Request a quote for a private driver from Torre de Palma Wine Hotel