Portugal: Village Walks & the Douro Valley

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8 days

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A memorable trip across geologically, historically, and culturally important parts of Portugal—beautiful landscapes and friendly people. Not a lot of encounters with other tourists. We had a fabulous CEO and wonderful local guides. A week that produced great pictures and treasured memories!

Robert B | Traveled in April

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

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

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Ends

Lisbon, Portugal

Porto, Portugal

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Highlights

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

Walk on a medieval road from Casteleiros to Sortelha.

See picturesque terraces drawn in the landscape of the Douro Valley.

Taste wines with a view overlooking the Douro River

Itinerary

An ideal balance of city and countryside, walk through medieval towns and village hamlets as Portugal steals your heart on this 8-day active discovery. A feast for the senses, savour the regions' delicious food with fresh, local ingredients and hike along the vineyard and olive grove-laced landscapes of the Douro Valley, with pit stops to sample some of the delicious wines and delicacies of the region. Finish in Porto as a final course to cap off the perfect week. Rich in history and culture, experience Portugal as never before.

day 1Medelim

Speckled with charming and picturesque villages, Portugal will transport you into a fairytale from the coast to the mountains. Dream of village-to-village hikes and delicious food as you head off into the countryside towards the Spanish border. We welcome you to Portugal, and invite you to savour the sights, sounds and flavours of the adventure to come.
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 and a walk through the village. Later, drive to the town of Medelim for the night.

Meal

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 2Medelim

day 3Manteigas

day 4Amarante

day 5Amarante

day 6Amarante

day 7Porto

day 8Porto

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Note: Allow USD170-225 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 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, PortoWelcome dinnerHike 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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