Portugal: Coastal Walks, Vineyards & Villlages of the Douro Valley
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Start City:
Lisbon
End City:
Porto
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Tour Length:
10 days
Age Requirement:
18+ Years Old
Tour Capacity:
16
Physical Rating:
3 - Explorer
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Tour Itinerary
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
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Day 1
Lisbon: Welcome to PortugalSpeckled 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. Welcome to Lisbon, and to Portugal, where we invite you to savour the sights, sounds and flavours of the adventure before you.
Transport: You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Activity: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Activity: Learn about the history and local cuisine in two of Lisbon's neighbourhoods. You'll see taverns, shops, and local restaurants.
Accommodation: Hotel Dos Reis Lisbon (or similar)
Meals: Dinner -
Day 2
Lisbon: Cabo da Roca HikeSand coloured cliffs dive to meet the vibrant contrast of the mediterranean 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 west of the castle capital to Sintra, where you can smell the flowers and explore the amazing garden of Palacio Monserrate. After a beautiful day, the night is yours to explore the city of Lisbon.
Activity: Altogether, there are more than 2500 plant species in the gardens. Particularly worth a mention inside the palace are the Music Room and the luxurious reception rooms, such as the Indian living-room, the dining-room and the library, all of which are to be found on the ground floor.
Activity: Photo stop where "a terra se acaba e o mar começa…" which means "Where the land ends and the sea begins". It's the westernmost point of continental Portugal, as well as of continental Europe. Enjoy a panoramic view over the Serra de Sintra. Historical records indicate that there was a fort on Cabo da Roca in the 17th century that played an important part in guarding the entrance to Lisbon's harbour, forming a defensive line along the coast, especially during the Peninsular Wars.
Activity: This route covers the cliffs on the coastal area, passing by spectacular viewpoints such as Pedra de Alvidrar and Buraco do Fojo, on the southern slope of Praia da Adraga. Starts at Cabo da Roca and continues along the coast to the beautiful Praia da Adraga, known for its stone arch and caves. The route to Adraga follows mainly footpaths and requires suitable footwear and some physical preparation, as the second and third kilometers are quite technical with steep climbs. Elevation Gain: 450 meters
Accommodation: Hotel Dos Reis Lisbon (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 3
Medelim: Portugal's CountrysideBid 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.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private with a lunch stop and breaks along the way.
Activity: This guided hike is moderately challenging and winds along a beautiful trail near the Spanish border. Keep an eye out for colonies of vultures for which the trail gets its name. Elevation Gain: 250 meters
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation: Casa Do Cedro - supplement for 3 Premium Rooms (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 4
Medelim: Historic Village HikesTravel back in time over 1000 years to an era of castles, legends and traditions. Deemed one of Portugal's 12 Historic Villages, Idanha-a-Velha will connect you to a time of conquerors as you traverse the paths through historic stone walls and castles. On the hike to Monsanto, hear the tales of this region's fascinating history under fig and olive trees. Just up the road, the natural pools and a small waterfall at Penha Garcia offer the perfect place to conclude today's adventure.
Activity: Nestled between the Pônsul River and three gentle hills, we find the modest Idanha-a-Velha, a town originally settled by the Romans. Beneath its humble urban fabric lie the ruins of a city with a rich history.
Activity: This fascinating trail will take you through the history of Portugal. The trail from Idahna-a-Vehla to Monsanto is part of the GR7 E12 route from Gibraltar to the Pyrenees Mountains. The entire 1,000km trail passes through Portugal, Spain, and France. The trail ascends at a gentle grade as it passes through varied terrain. Start your journey towards Monsanto, where along the way you will see orange, fig, lemon, olive, peach and plum trees. The foot path lined by stone walls near town promptly changes to a dirt path through hills of scrub that end at an asphalt road providing a view of the Monsanto castle in the distance. Elevation Gain: 460 meters
Activity: The natural pool is surrounded by a beautiful landscape, where a small waterfall stands out and offers beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding hills.
Accommodation: Casa Do Cedro - supplement for 3 Premium Rooms (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 5
Manteigas: Hike to a Castle in the SkyThe 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 hike in Sortelha.
Activity: Surmounted by a castle built on a formidable crag at an altitude of 760 metres, Sortelha still retains its medieval appearance through the architecture of its rural granite houses. This is the most mysterious of all the historic villages you encounter on your adventure.
Activity: Famous for historic villages, this hike takes place on a medieval road connecting Casteleiro and Sortelha, surrounded by ancient olive groves.
Accommodation: Casa das Penhas Douradas (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner -
Day 6
Amarante: Explore Serra da Estrela National ParkIn Portugal's biggest National Park, rolling hills are interrupted by giant slabs of granite that protrude out of the ground. Pause to admire the beauty of this stark environment at the Chapel of Santiago before the hike leads you to the beautiful Vale do Rossim Lagoon.
Activity: Explore this beautiful valley nestled within the Serra da Estrela Natural Park. You'll be surrounded by lush green, rolling hills, and striking rock formations scattered across the landscape. Witness the two granite peaks, Serra da Estrela, the namesake of the National Park, and Fragões das Penhas Douradas, which hosts your OMG Stay at its peak. The hike will lead to the dazzling lagoon of Vale do Rossim.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation: Casa das Lérias (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 7
Amarante: Douro Valley Walk Along the VineyardsA tapestry of vineyards unfolds as you traverse Douro wine country, Portugal's most esteemed wine region. With the perfect blend of nature and culture, crossing this picturesque countryside proves worthy of more than just wine tasting as you hike along a valley trail along the river. Soak in the incredible views as you sample some of the specialties of the land.
Activity: The Corgo walking trail is located in the heart of the Douro wine region. Walk along the terraced vineyards with unique views of the Corgo river. Elevation gain: 100 meters.
Activity: Enjoy a delicious lunch of fresh, local ingredients paired with some of the wines that are grown in the region. Soak in the views of the Douro Valley and the Corgo River below.
Activity: Discover Mateus through a premium guided tour of the Casa Museum, temporary exhibitions and Chapel, accompanied by an expert guide. At the end of the visit you will be offered a glass of Mateus Rosé or white wine from Lavradores de Feitoria.
Accommodation: Casa das Lérias (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Lunch -
Day 8
Amarante: Hike to Casal de LoivosMesmerizing 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.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Activity: Walk through the Douro and Alto Douro Vinhateiro, a wine region UNESCO describes as being a living cultural landscape. Travel north through Pinhão to the village of Casal de Loivos where you can detour to a viewpoint, boasting one of the most beautiful landscapes in the region. Elevation gain: 400 meters
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation: Casa das Lérias (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 9
Porto: Your OMG DayPorto is yours to discover today with a choice of two activities. Explore the best of Portugal's second largest city on an e-bike tour through picturesque neighborhoods, along the coast to where the river meets the sea. 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.
Transport: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Activity: Option 1: Discover Porto's historic old town on a panoramic e-bike tour. Cycle through the neighborhoods of Ribeira and Miragaia, following the river down to where it meets the ocean. See some of the city's many bridges and look out to the typical "rabelo" boats that have been used for centuries on the Douro River. Option 2: Take a boat cruise along the Douro River on one of the typical "rabelo" boats. See the iconic bridges of the city as you glide underneath them and watch everyday life unfold along the river. Disembark and walk to the historic Vila Nova de Gaia for a tasting of port wine, one of the region's most celebrated specialties.
Free Time: Take time to explore Porto, famously known for the production of Port wine.
Accommodation: Pousada do Porto Rua das Flores (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 10
PortoToday your adventure comes to an end and you can depart at any time.
Activity: Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
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9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Private vehicle, walking.
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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