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Tour the Treasures of Portugal
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£ 1279 £ 1279
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19+
Trip Code :
T07PO
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Discover all that the incredible cities of Porto & Viana do Castelo have to offer, from local wine and port tastings to river cruises along the Douro.

As one of our Independent Tours, we’ve carefully selected the two cities of Porto and Viana do Castelo to showcase the most authentic yet contrasting sides of Northern Portugal. Your tour begins in Porto, a World Heritage City. Small enough to comfortably wander the narrow-cobbled streets whilst still making new discoveries with every step, Porto is known for its stately bridges and namesake port production. Overlooking the sweeping Douro River, famous for its terraced vineyards and historic Port Houses dotted along its banks, we’ve arranged a River Cruise, where you’ll enjoy magnificent views as you sail past the six bridges that unite Porto and Gaia.

We recommend many must-see attractions, eateries, and spots to enjoy a glass of port riverside as you take your time exploring the city. Many buildings and churches in Porto are embellished with blue and white azulejo tiles, portraying specific aspects of Portuguese life and beautiful floral themes, a tradition which dates to the 13th century and has since become somewhat of an icon to Porto. We’ve arranged tickets for entry to Livraria Lello Bookshop, a historic building with striking architecture said to have inspired JK Rowling to write Harry Potter. And of course, no visit to Porto is complete without visiting a traditional Port House for a port tasting – all included within your tour.

The next stop on your tour of Northern Portugal is the underrated city of Viana do Castelo. A beautiful city facing the River Lima, Viana is growing in popularity and boasts a beautiful historic centre, a peaceful waterfront location with fantastic, sandy beaches and some of the finest panoramic views in all of Portugal.

Explore the churches and monasteries, absorbing the local culture as you enjoy a wine tasting we’ve pre-arranged for you. We recommend exploring further north up the coast, visiting Vila Praia de Ancora and Caminha. Here, you can relax on the popular beaches or take the 15-minute water taxi across the border to Spain where you walk up Santa Trega Mountain, rewarding you with panoramic views across the River Minho and the Atlantic Ocean. End your day with a warm evening stroll along the beach, choosing from one of the many great seafood restaurants.

Return for one last night in Porto where you have the option to upgrade to a luxury 5* hotel with unrivalled views and unique gastronomy on offer. Relax and enjoy a final glass of port riverside as you watch the sun set over the city.

Highlights

  • Dive into the beauty and culture of Northern Portugal's cities Porto & Viana do Castelo
  • Hop on a river cruise sailing past magnificent views and the iconic six bridges that unite Porto and Gaia
  • Enjoy local wine and port tastings in traditional Port Houses and admire the striking architecture of Livraria Lello Bookshop
  • Relax riverside, sipping a glass of wine and tasting the fresh pastel del nata as you watch the sun set over the city

What's Included

  • 7 nights twin-centre accommodation in 3* & 4* hotels
  • All breakfasts
  • Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
  • Return rail tickets between Porto and Viana do Castelo
  • Tickets to Livraria Lello Porto Library
  • Port tasting at Porto Cruz Port House, Porto
  • River cruise in Porto
  • Wine tasting from Viana do Castelo (inc. transfers to/from hotel)

What's Not Included

  • Lunches & dinners
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
  • Visas or vaccinations

Sustainability and Impact

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.
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Tour the Treasures of Portugal

5.0/5 from
8 Days Excluding Flights From
8 Days from
£ 1279 £ 1279