8 days tour

Geluxe: Portugal: Village Walks & The Douro Valley

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Geluxe: Portugal: Village Walks & The Douro Valley

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts).

Others

Your Discover Moment: Monsanto Visit with Local Guide, Monsanto Your Foodie Moment: Lunch With a View and Wine Pairings, Peso da Rรฉgua Your OMG Day: E-bike Tour of Porto or a River Cruise with Port Wine Tasting, Porto. Hike the Rota dos Abutres from Salvaterra do Extremo. Welcome dinner. 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 Sortelha 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 Pinhรฃo. Farewell Dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Meals

7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Transport

Private vehicle, walking.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

No optional activities

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Itinerary of your trip Geluxe: Portugal: Village Walks & The Douro Valley

  • Day 1 Day 1: Medelim: Portugalโ€™S Countryside (1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Medelim: Portugalโ€™S Countryside (1L, 1D)

      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 Penha Garcia 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.

      Meals Included:
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 00:15 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Walk Penha Garcia with Local Guide

      Additional Notes: This tour departs from Lisbon on day 1 and it is required to be at the meeting point hotel no later than 8:00am.
  • Day 2 Day 2: Medelim: Historic Village Hikes (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Medelim: Historic Village Hikes (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Travel back in time over 1000 years to an era of castles, legends and traditions. Deemed one of Portugalโ€™s 12 Historic Villages, hiking to Idanha-a-Velha will connect you to the time of conquerors as you traverse the paths through historic stone walls and castles. Enjoy the tales of this regionโ€™s fascinating history under fig and olive trees.
      Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the stunning Monsanto for a guided walking tour. Opt to enjoy additional time in Monsanto on your own or choose to lace up your hiking boots on a picturesque hike from Monsanto to Idanha-a-Velha. Upon arrival, learn more of this quaint town on a guided walking tour before you head back for a dinner with your group.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Monsanto Visit with Local Guide
      - Monsanto to Idanha-a-Velha Hike
      - Idanha-a-Velha Visit
  • Day 3 Day 3: Manteigas: Hike To A Castle In The Sky (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Manteigas: Hike To A Castle In The Sky (1B, 1L, 1D)

      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 hike in Sortelha.
      On todayโ€™s stunning hike, join your guide and wander along the historic stone path from Casteleiros to Sortelha. Visit the beautiful castle before heading to the grandiose town of Belmonte. In the evening, check into your OMG Stay.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Sortelha Visit
      - Casteleiros to Sortelha Hike
  • Day 4 Day 4: Amarante: Explore Serra Da Estrela National Park (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Amarante: Explore Serra Da Estrela National Park (1B, 1L)

      In Portugalโ€™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.
      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.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 03:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Corgo Das Mรณs and Lagoon of Vale Do Rossim Hike
  • Day 5 Day 5: Amarante: Douro Valley Walk Along The Vineyards (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Amarante: Douro Valley Walk Along The Vineyards (1B, 1L)

      A tapestry of vineyards unfolds as you traverse Douro wine country, Portugalโ€™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.
      After breakfast, walk along the valley of the Douro wine region before arriving to a world class vineyard for a 3 course meal with wine pairings. Then head to Casa de Mateus for a tour of the palace and museum before enjoying a free evening.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Included Activities:
      - Corgo River Hike
      - Lunch With a View and Wine Pairings
      - Casa de Mateus Guided Visit
  • Day 6 Day 6: Amarante: Hike To Casal De Loivos (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Amarante: Hike To Casal De Loivos (1B)

      Mesmerizing mazes of vineyards scale the sides of the Pinhรฃo 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 Pinhรฃo. In the afternoon, return to Amarante and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 01:19 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Pinhรฃo Trail Hike
  • Day 7 Day 7: Porto: Your Omg Day (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Porto: Your Omg Day (1B, 1D)

      Porto is yours to discover today with a choice of two activities. Explore the best of Portugalโ€™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.
      Travel from Amarante to Porto in the morning. Choose between a riverside e-bike 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.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle

      Included Activities:
      - E-bike Tour of Porto or a River Cruise with Port Wine Tasting
  • Day 8 Day 8: Porto (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Porto (1B)

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


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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