Itinerary Expand allMesão Frio to Porto Fly to Porto; transfer to Hotel Douro Scala in the Douro Valley.Fly to Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its landscape and historical architecture. Those on the group flight will be transferred from the airport to Hotel Douro Scala in the Douro Valley (approx. 1.5 hours' drive). Full joining instructions will be provided prior to departure.The first trip briefing with our expert guide will take place in the evening, along with a welcome dinner.Premium accommodation: Hotel Douro Scala (5*) Meals included: Dinner Day 1 Start at Hotel Douro Scala in Mesão Frio.We begin our Portuguese adventure in the verdant Douro Valley, birthplace of the world-renowned Port wines. Land-only clients may join the group transfer from Porto airport to Hotel Douro Scala that departs at 3pm (transfer takes approx. 1.5 hours). If you are planning to join this transfer, please contact us prior to departure to request it.The first trip briefing with our expert guide will take place in the evening, along with a welcome dinner.Premium accommodation: Hotel Douro Scala (5*) Meals included: Dinner Day 2 Walk along the Corgo River; visit Baroque-era Casa de Mateus This morning we take a private transfer of approx. 40 minutes to the start of today's walk in Povoação, driving along the beautiful roads on the north slope of the Douro Valley and its tributaries. The Corgo walking trail is located in the heart of the Douro wine region and here we will walk along terraced vineyards with unique views of the Corgo River. In the afternoon, we transfer to Vila Real (approx. 20 minutes) to visit Casa de Mateus, a palace set in beautiful gardens that is considered to be one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Portugal. After the visit we transfer back to the hotel (approx. 50 minutes).Premium accommodation: Hotel Douro Scala (5*) Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Short walk around Quinta do Tedo winery followed by wine tasting; visit Douro MuseumWe start the day with a short transfer (30 minutes) to Quinta de Tedo, an 18th century winery in the centre of the Douro region. We will have a guided tour of the grounds, following a walking trail that offers beautiful views of the Douro and Tedo Rivers, vineyards and olive groves and offers plenty of opportunities for bird watching. After lunch and an included wine tasting at the winery, we take a 20-minute transfer to the town of Regua, where we visit the Douro Museum to learn about the history, culture and identity of the UNESCO World Heritage Douro wine region. In the afternoon we transfer back to our hotel (approx. 20 minutes).Premium accommodation: Hotel Douro Scala (5*) Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 4 Maronesa walking trail; transfer to Mondim de BastoAfter breakfast we transfer to the region of Mondim de Basto (approx. 1 hour). On our way, we’ll pass through the Alvão Natural Park, a protected area of land that offers majestic landscapes. This region, set on the mountain of Alvão, marks the transition from the coastal and humid regions to the dry and hot regions of Trás-os-Montes.We start our walk in Bobal, one of the four villages we’ll pass through today. We’ll find a countryside that reflects the carefully maintained balance in which man and nature coexist. For this balance to be preserved, the Maronesa cow is of the utmost importance. A Portuguese native breed from this region, there are still genes from the ancestral Auroque in its genetics. The fields are cultivated for subsistence farming, with seeds passed down from generation to generation.After lunch we transfer to our hotel (approx. 30 minutes) and there is free time to enjoy the hotel's amenities or explore nearby, before a group dinner.Premium accommodation: Água Hotels Mondim de Basto (4*) Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 5 Walk in the green wine region of Mondim de Basto and taste organically produced vinho verde at Quinta das EscomoeirasOur walk today takes us to the surroundings of Mondim de Basto in the green wine (vinho verde) region, along the banks of the Cabril River. Here, we are welcomed with uninterrupted views of the forested mountains, side by side with the fertile lands and vineyards of the Terras de Basto region. We finish our walk at the medieval bridge of Vilar Viando, which is still used by pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago.We will then go to Quinta das Escomoeiras to sample their wines and appreciate the organic vinho verde. In the afternoon on our way back to the hotel, we visit one of northern Portugal's main shrines to the Virgin Mary: the Senhora da Graça, also known as Chapel of Monte Farinha. The chapel is perched in front of a granite mountain range almost 1000m high.Premium accommodation: Água Hotels Mondim de Basto (4*) Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 6 Walk via the Levada de Vilarinho; free afternoon.This morning, we transfer by minibus (approx. 20 minutes) to the village of Vilarinho to start our walk along the Levada de Vilarinho, a waterway dating back to the 13th century. These rural constructions were indispensable for the irrigation of the fields of the Terras de Basto region due to water scarcity in the past. After 1.5 miles/2.4 km, we leave the rebuilt waterway and meet the old levada as it enters a forest of oaks and pines, with a stream running alongside.The afternoon is free to enjoy the hotel amenities and surroundings. Premium accommodation: Água Hotels Mondim de Basto (4*) Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 Transfer to Porto; visit the historic town and the famous Port wine cellars for wine tasting; optional boat tour.In the morning we return to the vibrant city of Porto (approx. 1 hour 15 mins). After a guided visit of the historic centre and Port wine cellars (wine tasting included), the rest of the day is free for further individual sightseeing or optional activities, such as a boat ride along the Douro River. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the group.Premium accommodation: Neya Hotel (4*) or Vila Galé Porto Ribeira (4*) Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Fly to London.Transfer to the airport and fly to London. Meals included: Breakfast Day 8 End Porto.Our trip ends in Porto in the morning of day 8. Meals included: Breakfast
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Premium Hotels Accommodation on your Portugal: Walking and Wine - Premium Adventure has been selected for its style, location and excellent service. We have chosen unique properties that give a sense of the region's history and culture, while offering the ultimate comfort and hospitality.Douro Scala Hotel (5*), Douro Valley, 3 nightsPanoramic views of the world-famous Douro Valley and vineyards15th century main building with original features, with modern and elegant roomsFacilities include indoor and outdoor pools, Turkish bath and a billiards room Água Hotels Mondim de Basto (4*), 3 nightsContemporary feel throughout the hotelOutdoor infinity pool, indoor pool and extensive spa facilitiesExcellent views of the surrounding mountains and River Tâmega Porto hotel - dependent on your departure date, you will stay at one of the following two hotels.Neya Hotel (4*), Porto, 1 nightLocated on the banks of the Douro RiverA converted convent - many original features preserved during its restorationThe hotel's Skybar provides views for miles over the city and river Vila Galé Porto Ribeira (4*), Porto, 1 nightAlso located on the banks of the Douro RiverOffers a health club with indoor swimming poolDécor throughout the hotel pays homage to Portuguese art and paintingPaper-free hotel Bookings within 30 days are subject to availability and may incur a supplement of approximately £160 per person (based on a twin share).
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