Walking in Portugal

Date

02 Jan 2019 - 20 Dec 2020

Price

From € 1,399

Duration (days)

Walking in Portugal

Hiking in Portugal

Portugal is a perfect walking country with spectacular views, the valley of the Rio Douro (‘river of gold’) is astonishing in its tranquillity – and its rich colors. Fertile hills neatly lined with green vines and old olive trees are reflected in the mirror-like waters. And the region’s tiny, untouched villages of granite houses with red roofs. It is here, at the Quintas (wineries) dotted across the slopes, that port wine is produced.

There are so many hidden and undiscovered treasures all over Portugal waiting for you to discover them. Book now: Walking in Portugal!

Highlights – Walking in Portugal

Small group size from just 02 to 06 travelers.
Genuinely inclusive, no additional on tour costs.
Private Transportation from Oporto Airport to your Hotel in Braga.
Private Transportation from your Hotel in Braga to Oporto Airport.
08 Meals: 6 Buffet Breakfasts, 1 Lunch in the Douro Valley and 1 Lunch in Porto.
Stay 6 nights in a modern hotel in Braga.
Join a local guide for a fascinating walk through Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Enrich your strolls along the Douro River Valley‘s terraced vineyards with wine tastings at charming hillside Quintas, or wine estates.
Trace ancient shepherd trails through breath-taking mountain vistas and terraced farmland to traditional villages in behind the Douro River.
Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims as you hike a section of the famous “Way of St. James”.
Hike Portugal’s landscape of terraced vineyards and ancient ruins as you tour the Douro Valley and wander Porto’s earliest pathways.

Itinerary

Day 1

Oporto Airport

Arrive at any time. An arrival transfer is included from the airport to the hotel. There are no activities planned for this day. Lunch and dinner are not included. Overnight in Braga.

Day 2

Porto

Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am. The tour starts with a pleasant walking tour in the UNESCO World Heritage Historical Center where you can admire magnificent monuments and sites, starting by the impressive settlement of over 20.000 blue tiles in São Bento Train Station.
Then, proceeding to the 12th century Porto’s Cathedral where we’ll get to know even more about the city history and the History of Portugal. Then, we’ll be venturing down the alleys of the medieval district all the way to the commercial street “Rua das Flores”, filled with flowers, street live artists and art-craft, passing before the astonishing City Hall, up to the Clérigos Tower and its beautiful noble quarter.
Being the most animated location in town, it’s where we will have lunch at a restaurant with local gastronomy.
In the afternoon, discover the modern district of the city, such as Boavista and its magnificent “Casa da Música”, modern and architectural city landmark, proceeding to meet the river and crossing the riverside of the Douro river to Vila Nova de Gaia, where you will be presented with a guided visit in a traditional Wine Cellar “Cave” and taste this rich, complex and worldwide renowned fortified wine – the Port Wine (Standard 2 great wines).
Still having the flavor of this nectar on our tongues, it’s time to enjoy the 6 Bridges Boat Cruise on the River Douro (duration: 1 hour), aboard a traditional “Rabelo” boat and experience the panoramic views of the surrounding hills and at the red-tiled rooftops of the medieval houses, as well as the famous bridges of the city. Dinner is not included. Overnight in Braga.

Day 3

Braga - Guimarães

Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am. After breakfast, we have a small briefing about Bom Jesus do Monte Shrine. Ascent will be made on the lift; this is the first funicular of the Iberian Peninsula. This lift/funicular uses the system water balance, and it is currently the world oldest, in service, use this ecological system. The cabins have a water tank, full when you are at the top level, and emptying at the bottom. The difference in weight allows the obtained displacement, the amount of water is calculated depending on the number of passengers. The descent of the mount will be done on foot. Then, we will visit the cathedral and downtown. On the afternoon we visit Guimarães. A historic town, exceptionally well-preserved and an authentic example of the evolution of a medieval settlement into a modern town. (Guimarães’ Castel – ticket is included). Lunch and dinner are not included. Overnight in Braga

Day 4

Walking in the Douro Valley

Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am. Our challenge for the day is to join us and discover some of the most beautiful treasures the Douro has to offer… After a journey of about one and a half hour, the day starts at Pinhão, with an excellent view over the Douro River. The walking tour will be around the vineyards of the Quinta. That is an easy walking tour, which affords glorious views of the river. The Douro Valley demarcated wine region is one of the most scenically impressive in the world, as evidenced by its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From this unique terroir come the grapes used to make Portugal’s famous Port wine as well as exquisite table wines.
After lunch, it is time to visit the famous train station in the region. To finish the day we will visit a wine estate and taste the famous Port wine (Standard 2 great wines).

Difficulty: Easy. Distance: 5km – 3.10 miles. Duration: 1 day. Dinner is not included. Overnight in Braga.

Day 5

Walking in Sistelo – Arcos de Valdevez

Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am. Sistelo won this title in 2017, in the category of Rural Villages, standing out for its endless agricultural terraces. That is the reason Sistelo also called “Little Tibet“. These have created a peculiar landscape and example of human resilience in adapting to the environment.
This tour will pass through mountain areas, rural areas and remarkable villages in the history of Portugal. With about three hundred inhabitants. Everything and everyone in Sistelo sounds like the good old days. The fountain, in the center of the square, marks the ending point and the details of the houses invite us to curiosity. Iron staircases, stone steps, sheer white draperies, and half-open wooden doors are typical of a village where peace reigns.
It includes a guided walking tour in the Vez Ecovia, an incredible path, where we will admire wooden walkways, Roman road, green mountains, crystal-clear lagoons, native flora, and fauna.
Difficulty: Easy / Moderate. Distance: 9km – 5.50 miles. Lunch and dinner are not included. Overnight in Braga. Duration: 1/2 day. Overnight in Braga.

Day 6

Póvoa de Varzim (Portuguese Way of Santiago)

Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am. The last day of the trip we have a beautiful walk on the beach. Follow your local guide the boardwalks alongside sandy beaches and between sand dunes and windmills. A walk with a lesser degree of difficulty, which will serve to appreciate the landscape, learn the fisher community of Póvoa de Varzim and smell the sea air.
Along the walk, you will see small groups doing the Camino Portugues Coastal Way. This is the most popular walking tour of the Portuguese Way of Saint James. Perfect for those looking to capture the essence of the Camino: a nice walk, good food, and wine discovering local customs, meeting fellow pilgrims and enjoying the unique atmosphere of it all. Duration: 1/2 day. Lunch and dinner are not included. Overnight in Braga.

Day 7

Porto Airport

Private transfer from your hotel in Braga to the airport. End of Walking in Portugal. There are no activities planned for this day. Lunch and dinner are not included.

Hotels

Hotel

6 Nights Lodging in a 4-Star Braga Hotel (Hotel Mercure Braga or similar).
This 4-star hotel was totally refurbished in 2013 and includes a fitness center and an outdoor swimming pool. Hotel Mercure Braga Centro is in the center of Braga, just over a quarter-mile from the Cathedral and the shopping area.
All air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen cable TV and free Wi-Fi. The private bathrooms include hairdryers, free toiletries, and a bathtub.
On the first floor, there is a restaurant which serves regional and traditional dishes together with an extensive wine list. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Bom Jesus.

Prices

Twin Room

€ per person

Single Room

€ per person

E-Book

E-Book How to Spend 48 Hours in Porto
E-Book How to Spend 48 Hours in Lisbon
E-Book An Introduction to the Portuguese Cuisine
E-Book Portuguese Wine

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Extra Service

Extra night in Braga. Click book now and see the price.
Coimbra & Aveiro – Full day. University of Coimbra (Guided Tour) | Coimbra Historical Center – Guided Walking Tour | Traditional Lunch (drinks included) | Aveiro Historical Centre – The “Venice” of Portugal | Boat Ride – Canals of “Ria de Aveiro”. Please Book Extra Night in Braga (Post-tour extension). Click book now and see the price.
Santiago de Compostela – Full day. Cathedral (Pilgrim’s Mass – optional) | UNESCO Historical Center | Valença do Minho (Guided visit of the fortress) | Vinho Verde Wine Tasting included. Please Book Extra Night in Braga (Post-tour extension). Click book now and see the price.
Travel Insurance: Despite Walking in Portugal is one of the safest ways to travel, accidents happen — whether it’s a missed flight or route to your tour or sudden illness while in a foreign country. The only way to protect yourself from unexpected expenses that arise from emergency situations is by making sure you’re covered before you leave for your trip. Get your quote here!

Notes

Room Twin Standard: it has two single beds. For an upgrade, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Please note that while we operate successfully the tours: Walking in Portugal. Some changes may occur in our itineraries due to inclement weather and common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route.
Note: We reserve the right to change hotels based on availability and pricing.
Walking in Portugal. Minimum of 2 persons. Maximum of 6 persons.
Traditional Portuguese food is not suitable for vegans/vegetarians.
You should bring with you a camera, comfortable walking shoes and a small bottle of water. When it’s really hot out, we recommend an application of sunscreen on exposed parts of the body and a pair of sunglasses. During the cooler seasons, it’s important to wear and an extra layer of clothing. Don’t forget your hiking boots for the tours: “Walking in Portugal”.
Flights: Not Included. Travelers will fly into and out of Oporto Airport (OPO). Braga doesn’t have an airport. That is included the transfer hotel to the airport. If you want to visit Lisbon, we advise you to buy a ticket on the speed train (Braga – Lisbon). That is comfortable and cheap (15-30€ per ticket). Here, you have the timetable. Don’t worry, we can change your last transfer Hotel Braga to Train Station in Braga.
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Departure Dates

26-September-2019 to 02-October-2019
20-May-2020 to 26-May-2020
10-June-2020 to 16-June-2020
15-July-2020 to 21-July-2020
23-September-2020 to 29-September-2020
07-October-2020 to 13-October-2020
22-October-2020 to 28-October-2020
Other departure dates on request.

Aditional Information

Included

Private transfer: Oporto Airport – Hotel in Braga;
Private transfer: Hotel in Braga – Oporto Airport;
6 nights in a twin room;
Breakfast is included every morning in all multi-day tour packages;
Guided Walking in Portugal;
The castle of Guimarães: the ticket is included;
The Cathedral of Braga: the ticket is included;
The 6 Bridges Boat Cruise on the River Douro (duration: 1 hour);
Wine tasting in the Douro Valley (Standard 2 great wines);
1 Lunch in the Douro Valley;
1 Luch in Porto;
City tour in Porto, Braga, Guimarães and Póvoa de Varzim;
Private transfers during the tours: Walking in Portugal.

Not Included

Flight;
Travel insurance. Tours: Walking in Portugal;
Drinks and meals not specified. Please read the itinerary: Walking in Portugal;
Entrances other than mentioned. Please read the itinerary: Walking in Portugal;
Tourist tax;
Telephone and personal expenses. Please read the itinerary: Walking in Portugal.

Client Feedback

We had a great day tour in Porto. Our guide contributed to this wonderful experience. Her enthusiasm, friendly personality, knowledge, and humor are truly exceptional. In the end of tour we had the food tasting (chorizo, cheeses, olive, bread and wine). Delicious!! Thanks.
Jane Bennett
We enjoyed all of the locations we visited, the great food and wine, the rich culture & interesting history of Portugal... Have I mentioned that it was a FABULOUS holiday?! Thanks for coordinating, booking, confirming and generally taking care of our requests in planning our Adventure. Highly recommended and I would definitely book Eco Trilha again. Congratulations!
Debbie Keller
Thank you Cris! The day was fantastic and they had a wonderful time!! You are the best!
Caron McConnon
A most enjoyable holiday in Portugal with Eco Trilha. Cris our guide was excellent, gave personalized and friendly service. We were given ample time to discover the places we visited and Cris was there with us all the way. Highly recommended for tourists who wish to discover Portugal off the beaten tracks. The visit to the hotel owned by the 1st Masterchef of Portugal was memorable, especially the cooking workshops. Thumbs up!!
Poc Huck Poh
Excellent! The tour was very organized. I would definitely recommend it, and might do it again.
Deanna Murphy
My mom and I had a great time on the Northern Portugal and Santiago de Compostela trip! Favorite moments included the trip to the organic vineyard, seeing the castles in Guimaraes and visiting the Geres National Park. Cris was wonderful - a conscientious guide who was there for us at all times. Portugal is a beautiful country with warm and friendly people. I highly recommend this tour!
Mary Britton
Thanks Cristiane We had a great time with you in the Douro . Thanks for the photos.
Denis Cook
The bus driver and the guide were excellent. Cristiane was really helpful and was really accessible to get any information. Easy process to pay.
M. Vásquez

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