We enjoyed every aspect of our holiday. The accommodation was very comfortable, Christina was a wonderful host. The walking was outstanding, with great views over the Pinhao and Douro valleys.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Douro Valley, Northern Po
Porto, Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, Sabrosa, Vilarinho, Fermentoes, Pinhao
It would have been better for the free day not to be on a Sunday as there was a very reduced local bus service so it was not possible to explore the wider area.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Explore is getting worse and worse regarding customer service. If it wasn't for trips offered and mostly excellent tour leaders, would never recommend to friends. One option to better relationship would be to refund single supplement to anyone who is obviously not going to be paired off on a tour where all couples or different sex. Explore should be more considerate considering the profit margin on solo travel.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ponta delgada, Azores, Lajes, Fa
Ponta delgada, Azores, Lajes, Faial Island, Caldeira De Cima, Praia Da Ingrina, Sete Cidades, Sao Jorge Island, Pico Island
This holiday was made extra special for us by the professionalism and kindness of the Headwater reps - Tony & Ludmilla. The one day when we got soaked, they came to our rescue and collected us early with no no fuss whatsoever. Apart from that one day the weather was kind and the walks spectacular
UTracks organised a great trip on this section of the Camino however the track is poorly signed and even with a good map app, getting lost seemed to be a daily occurrence. The signage is not the responsibility of UTracks but in my view if signage could be improved, it would make for a more enjoyable trip. After Porto, the signage was good.
The Portuguese Camino provides a unique multi-stage walk that highlights the most important sections of the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. It is a beautiful walk steeped in ancient Celtic, Roman and Medieval heritage.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Santiago De Compostela
Lisbon, Santiago De Compostela, Santiago, Obidos, Coimbra, Porto, Braga, Viana Do Castelo, Parador
Enjoy the flavours of the Portuguese Cuisine in Lisbon traditional places. The guide will give you lots of inside tips on Wine, Petiscos, Food and Good Company! Bring your appetite! Districts we visit: Baixa – Chiado – Bairro Alto. Try the famous Codfish Cake and Green Wine in a typical tavern at the Rossio Square. Go to Bairro Alto for a couple of Tapas with White Wine in a Wine Bar. Have a taste of Port Wine together with marmalade and cheese in a tradicional groceries’ shop. Enjoy the local’s favorite drink Ginja (cherry liqueur) in the original historical place. Finish with the typical chorizo (Portuguese sausage) with bread and Red Wine at a 17th century Palace.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Your staff drivers and guides is brilliant They are planned, super sweet and helpful I liked that the tour gave us enough time to spend on our own and also let us see major highlights of a city.