Portugal: Coastal Walks, Vineyards & Villages of the Douro Valley
Portugal: Coastal Walks, Vineyards & Villages of the Douro Valley
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.
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 on the Port Wine Trail, Taste wines with a view overlooking the Douro River
Accommodation
Hotels (9 nts).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12.
Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Eating Europe: Undiscovered Lisbon Food & Wine Tour, Lisbon Your Foodie Moment: Lunch With a View and Wine Pairings, Peso da Régua. Complimentary arrival transfer. Lisbon Food and Wine welcome dinner. Hike the coastal trail from Cabo da Roca with a local guide. Visit the Monserrate Palace. Hike the Rota dos Abutres from Salvaterra do Extremo. Village-to-village hike from Idanha-a-Velha to Monsanto with a local guide. Visit the natural pools of Penha Garcia. Hike from Casteleiros to Sotrelha and visit the castle. Hike in Serra da Estrela National Park to the Vale do Rossim Lagoon. Hike past vineyards in the Douro Valley along the Corgo River. Hike to the Casal de Loives from Pinhão. Farewell Dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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.
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 on the Port Wine Trail, Taste wines with a view overlooking the Douro River
Accommodation
Hotels (9 nts).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12.
Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Eating Europe: Undiscovered Lisbon Food & Wine Tour, Lisbon Your Foodie Moment: Lunch With a View and Wine Pairings, Peso da Régua. Complimentary arrival transfer. Lisbon Food and Wine welcome dinner. Hike the coastal trail from Cabo da Roca with a local guide. Visit the Monserrate Palace. Hike the Rota dos Abutres from Salvaterra do Extremo. Village-to-village hike from Idanha-a-Velha to Monsanto with a local guide. Visit the natural pools of Penha Garcia. Hike from Casteleiros to Sotrelha and visit the castle. Hike in Serra da Estrela National Park to the Vale do Rossim Lagoon. Hike past vineyards in the Douro Valley along the Corgo River. Hike to the Casal de Loives from Pinhão. Farewell Dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Lisbon: Welcome to Portugal | ||
2 | Lisbon: Cabo da Roca Hike | ||
3 | Medelim: Portugal's Countryside | ||
4 | Medelim: Historic Village Hikes | ||
5 | Manteigas: Hike to a Castle in the Sky | ||
6 | Amarante: Explore Serra da Estrela National Park | ||
7 | Amarante: Douro Valley Walk Along the Vineyards | ||
8 | Amarante: Hike to Casal de Loivos | ||
9 | Porto: Your OMG Day | ||
10 | Porto |