Portugal: Coastal Walks, Vineyards & Villages of the Douro Valley

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10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Lisbon, Portugal

Ends

Porto, Portugal

Highlights

Hike the coastal trail from Cabo da Roca.

Visit the lush gardens and the Palace of Monserrate in Sintra.

Hike through the scenic countryside near the Spanish border from the small town of Salvaterra do Extremo.

Walk on a medieval road from Casteleiros to Sortelha.

See picturesque terraces drawn in the landscape and taste wines overlooking the Douro Valley.

Itinerary

Walking Portugal's coastline delights and inspires with rocky cliffs and sweeping views of the Atlantic. Continuing inland, you'll discover medieval villages and picturesque countryside towns that are best appreciated on foot. Walk alongside fig and olive trees and see castles in the distance, sparking the imagination of royal counts and historic kingdoms. Follow trails next to vineyards in the Douro Valley, stopping to savour the wine and the views while treating yourself to delicious regional food before capping off the adventure in Porto. Discover Portugal through all of your senses and it will leave you longing for more.

day 1 - Lisbon

Speckled with charming and picturesque villages, Portugal will enchant you as you move from coast to mountains. Dream of village-to-village hikes and delicious food as you head off into the countryside toward the Spanish border in the coming days. We welcome you to Lisbon, and to Portugal, where we invite you to savour the sights, sounds and flavours of the adventure before you.
Arrive in Portugal before 1:00 pm and meet your included arrival transfer at the airport. Join your CEO and group at the hotel for a welcome meeting before heading out for an unforgettable food and wine tour through the city.

Meal:Dinner

Accomodation:Hotel Dos Reis Lisbon (or similar)

Transport:Arrival Transfer

Included Activities:Undiscovered Lisbon Food & Wine Tour Duration : 3.5 hr, Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Lisbon

Sand-coloured cliffs dive to meet the vibrant contrast of the ocean blue with statue-like stone stacks that jut out of the sea, while waves crash along their sides. These are your views along your breathtaking morning hike. But the spectacle doesn't end there. We head east to Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, where you can smell the flowers and explore the amazing garden of Palácio Monserrate. After a beautiful day, the night is yours to explore the city of Lisbon.
In the morning, depart for Cabo da Roca, the point known for where the land ends and the sea begins. And so begins your hike along the coastal cliffs, passing immaculate views like Pedra de Alvidrar and Buraco do Fojo towards Praia de Adraga. After a rewarding hike, take a tour of Palacio Monserrate in Sintra then set off for an evening at leisure in Lisbon.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Hotel Dos Reis Lisbon (or similar)

Included Activities:Hike Cabo da Roca to Praia da Adraga Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 4 km, Cabo da Roca Visit Duration : 0.5 hr, Palácio Monserrate Duration : 1.0 hr

day 3 - Medelim

Bid farewell to Lisbon as you head into the picturesque Portuguese countryside. Get your bearings in a small town before setting off on a pleasant hike that will take you on a winding trail near the Spanish border.
Depart Lisbon in the morning toward the border of Spain to a town called Idanha-a-Velha with a lunch stop on the way at a local restaurant. Enjoy a moderate 3km walk through varying terrain ending at the Ichnofossils. Later, drive to the town of Medelim for the night.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Casa Do Cedro (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr - 4.25 hr Distance : 285 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 0.25 hr Distance : 8 km

day 4 - Medelim

Travel back in time over 1000 years to an era of castles, legends and traditions. Deemed one of Portugal's 12 Historic Villages, hiking to Monsanto will connect you to the time of conquerors as you traverse the paths through historic stone walls and castles. Enjoy the tales of this region's fascinating history under fig and olive trees.
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Relva for a short hike followed by a guided walking tour of Monsanto. After lunch, continue down to Carroqueiro before heading back to the accommodation for a free afternoon and dinner with your group.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Casa Do Cedro (or similar)

Included Activities:Monsanto Visit with Local Guide Duration : 0.0 hr Distance : 2 km, Relva to Carroqueiro Hike Distance : 4 km

day 5 - Manteigas

The enchanting Sortelha Castle stands on a crag at an altitude of 760 meters. It looms over the most mysterious of all the historic villages, where you will soon lose yourself in a maze of alleys and lanes as you hike up to the lofty castle. It is a place where time seems to have stood still. The wind whistles round the corners and hardly anyone passes by. This sentiment lingers when you arrive to the town of Belmonte after your visit to Sortelha.
In the morning, transfer to Sortelha and visit the beautiful castle before heading to the grandiose town of Belmonte. In the afternoon, check into your OMG Stay.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Casa das Penhas Douradas (or similar)

Included Activities:Sortelha Visit Duration : 1.0 hr, Belmonte Visit Duration : 1.0 hr

day 6 - Amarante

In Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in continental Portugal, rolling hills are interrupted by giant slabs of granite that protrude out of the ground. Pause to admire the beauty of this stark environment as you cross Corgo da Mós before the hike leads you to the beautiful Vale do Rossim Lagoon. In the afternoon, transfer north to Amarante.
Hike through the Serra da Estrela National Park to the Lagoon of Vale do Rossim. Return for a delicious lunch before heading to Amarante for the night.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Casa das Lérias (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 200 km

Included Activity:Corgo Das Mós and Lagoon of Vale Do Rossim Hike Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 6 km

day 7 - Amarante

Head to Casa de Mateus for a guided tour of the palace and museum before transferring to a family-owned vineyard and winery, where a variety of Vinho Verde (green wine) is produced. Join a guided walk through the estate, enjoy a regional lunch, and soak in the incredible views as you taste some of the local specialties.
After breakfast, transfer to Casa de Mateus for a visit before continuing on to a world-class vineyard for lunch and a guided tour.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Casa das Lérias (or similar)

Included Activities:Lunch With a View and Wine Pairings Duration : 2.0 hr - 2.5 hr, Casa de Mateus Guided Visit Duration : 1.5 hr

day 8 - Amarante

Mesmerizing mazes of vineyards scale the sides of the Pinhão hills. You will weave through historic village streets, beautiful buildings and up through paths draped with green grape vines. This hike allows for an endless panoramic riverscape and gorgeous views of the Douro River.
Spend another day in the Douro wine region with a longer hike through the hills and town of Pinhão. In the afternoon, return to Amarante and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Casa das Lérias (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.33 hr Distance : 70 km

Included Activity:Pinhão Trail Hike Duration : 3.5 hr - 4.0 hr Distance : 8 km

day 9 - Porto

Porto is yours to discover today with a choice of two activities. Explore the best of Portugal's second largest city on a walking tour through picturesque neighborhoods, or choose to climb aboard a river cruise followed by a port wine tasting in the historic Vila de Nova Gaia area of the city.
Travel from Amarante to Porto in the morning. Choose between a walking tour through Porto or join your CEO on a Douro river cruise and walk through Vila Nova de Gaia to Porto Augusto for a wine tasting. Enjoy a free afternoon before joining your group and CEO for one last dinner together in the evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Pousada do Porto Rua das Flores (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activity:Walking Tour of Porto or a River Cruise with Port Wine Tasting Duration : 3.0 hr - 4.0 hr

day 10 - Porto

Today your adventure comes to an end and you can depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

Portugal: Coastal Walks, Vineyards & Villages of the Douro Valley

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (9 nts).

Meals

9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD215-280 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your Foodie Moment: Undiscovered Lisbon Food & Wine Tour, LisbonYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: Monsanto Visit with Local Guide, MonsantoYour Foodie Moment: Lunch With a View and Wine Pairings, Peso da RéguaYour OMG Day: Walking Tour of Porto or a River Cruise with Port Wine Tasting, PortoComplimentary arrival transferLisbon Food and Wine welcome dinnerHike the coastal trail from Cabo da Roca with a local guideVisit the Monserrate PalaceHike in Serra da Estrela National Park to the Vale do Rossim LagoonHike past vineyards in the Douro Valley along the Corgo RiverHike to the Casal de Loivos from PinhãoFarewell DinnerAll tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage

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