12 days tour

The Way To Do It

The Way To Do It

This tour includes:

Transport

Mini Van / Minibus / Bus

Accommodation

11 nights accommodation at 4* hotels

Others

Porto walking tour: enjoy the view from Ponte Luiz I Walk down Praรงa da Liberdade and all the other sites famous bookshop that inspired Harry Potterโ€™s library in Hogwarts; Scenic boat cruise on Douro River Pinhรฃo Railway station Porto wine tasting and caves visit Walking tour in Braga Horse ride at Serra da Cabreira Visit Bom Jesus in Braga and the famous stairs Visit Sameiro sanctuary Visit the oldest village in Portugal, Ponte de Lima Taste the regional Vinho Verde, only in this region at the stunning Casa Lata Visit the charming Piodรฃo Village Drive through the Serra do Aรงor Visit the Portuguese Venice Aveiro and the Moliceiro boats Driving and walking tour in Lisbon View of Padrรฃo dos Descobrimentos and Torre de Belรฉm View of the Mosteiro dos Jerรณnimos Visit SUPERTUBOS beach, famous for the worldโ€™s top professional surfing competition Visit Nazarรฉ, village known for the world-famous giant waves Entrance to Palace and Quinta da Bacalhoa taste some of first-class wines in Portugal Scenic drive through Costa Vicentina Boat tour with included in Algarve Visit Benagil caves

Meals

-Lunch โ€œFrancesinhaโ€ the most famous dish in Porto in Restaurante Cafรฉ Santiago -Traditional lunch in Geres Nacional Park -Traditional Piri-piri Chicken lunch in Restaurante o Tourigalo - "Vinho Verde" tasting with a few snacks -Traditional dinner in Porto - Restaurante Papagaio -Lunch in Lisbon in Restaurant D`Bacalhau you can try 4 ways of cook cod fish -Seafood lunch in Peniche in Restaurante a Sardinha -Beach Barbecue in Algarve

Guide

English Speaking Tour Manager during all tour

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Sintra half-day - With pena palace entrance included Traditional dinner at one of the famous houses of Fado

Others

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International or domestic flights are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip The Way To Do It

  • Day 1 Porto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Porto

      Welcome to Porto!

      Meet up with your tour leader and get to know your new fellow travelers to start an amazing

      experience with us.

      Capital and gateway to the north of Portugal, Porto is both the city that provided a nation with a name and a fortified wine known world-wide: port. If you want to get to know the city better, we recommend a gentle stroll through its cobbled streets, taking time to admire the typical granite houses and monuments, enjoying a tram ride along the banks of Douro river, or even going for a boat ride under the cityยดs six bridges.

      Delight yourself with a 100% Portuguese welcome lunch, we have waiting for you.

  • Day 2 Portoยป Pinhaoยป Amaranteยป Geres Nacional Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Portoยป Pinhaoยป Amaranteยป Geres Nacional Park

      After breakfast weโ€™ll head out to the village of Pinhรฃo, considered to be the geographical centre of the Douro demarcated wine region, and it is here that many of the Port wine estates are to be found. The railway station is worth attention. Built at the end of the nineteenth century, the inside is entirely lined with Portuguese tiles. Enjoy the timeless beauty and grace of a river cruise, being the best way to contemplate the vineyards.

      Then weโ€™ll depart towards Amarante to contemplate the majestic Sรฃo Gonรงalo Bridge and to walk through the historical centre to admire the typical houses and taste the peculiar sweet of โ€œSรฃo Gonรงaloโ€. 

      A very special dinner will be served on a traditional restaurant, set in Gerรชs National Park. Our accommodation will be in this idyllic scenario, surrounded by peace and an amazing view, on a rural charm hotel. 


  • Day 3 Geres Nacional Park ยป Ponte Lima ยป Braga
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Geres Nacional Park ยป Ponte Lima ยป Braga

      After breakfast, weโ€™ll take a stroll through the woods of Gerรชs National Park and focus on this new type of landscape. You will hardly find, in Portugal, a place like the upper valley, from the traditional guard houses to little typical villages. If youยดre lucky, you will catch a glimpse of a wolf, the golden eagle and wild horses that live in these hills. In the afternoon, breath-taking landscapes of Gerรชs mountain ranges. The lush vegetation in all shades of green includes a forest of holly, the only one in Portugal, and endemic species such as the Gerรชs lily, which brightens up the fields with its shades of violet blue. 

      Ponte de Lima, known for its Roman Bridge over the Lima River, that gave its name to this very ancient and very beautiful town. This traditional town is brought to life when a huge and lively fair that dates to the middle Ages is held on the banks of the river. This same stretch of sand is also the site for another traditional event held in June, known as the โ€œVaca das Cordasโ€.

      Weโ€™ll end the day with a delicious taste of Vinho Verde, the traditional wine of Minho region, accompanied by the very best flavours of the local cuisine.


  • Day 4 Braga ยป Porto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Braga ยป Porto

      After breakfast, explore the historical centre of the city, where you can find the beautiful religious and roman legacy that extends through its typical alleys and cobbled streets. Admire the ancient Sรฉ Cathedral, the oldest in Portugal and the colourful Avenida da Liberdade. Return to Braga where weโ€™ll visit the most important icons of the religious heritage of the city: the Bom Jesus do Monte and the Nossa Senhora do Sameiro sanctuaries. Here weโ€™ll have the opportunity to admire the most amazing view over Braga. Free time.

  • Day 5 Porto ยป Piodao ยป Aveiro ยป Porto
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Porto ยป Piodao ยป Aveiro ยป Porto

      Weโ€™ll start the day with the visit in Piรณdรฃo, the most charming, typical and picturesque village in Portugal, hand-carved into the Serra do Aรงor, that offer us a fairy-tale scenario. It is one of the most beautiful villages in the center of Portugal, mainly because of the schist houses that are displayed in an amphitheater way. With the sunset and lights turned on, it looks like a Nativity set.

      Aveiro is perhaps one of the countryโ€™s most unique and inspiring cities that features on few travel itineraries for visitors planning their trip to the western part of the Iberian Peninsula. 

  • Day 6 Porto ยป Obidos ยป Lisboa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Porto ยป Obidos ยป Lisboa

      Trip to ร“bidos, medieval village with his typical cobbled streets and his ancient castle placed on the highest hill. We suggest you try the famous liqueur of the village, the โ€œGinginha de ร“bidosโ€ that is tasted in a glass of chocolate.

  • Day 7 Lisboa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Lisboa

      Walkthrough the typical neighborhoods, climb the city hills, try the best homemade baked treats in all Europe and embrace the culture that surrounds you. Get to know the remarkable Fadoโ€™s Houses, the typical cobbled and narrows streets, crowded with artists and musicians that offer us an amazing scenario. Donโ€™t forget to taste the world-famous Pastel de Belรฉm, the sweet pastry.

      Delight yourself with a 100% Portuguese welcome lunch, we have waiting for you.

      By the afternoon, free time to explore on your own. We also suggest an optional excursion to Sintra, the charming and picturesque village, UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Day 8 Lisboa ยป Peniche ยป Nazare ยป Lisboa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Lisboa ยป Peniche ยป Nazare ยป Lisboa

      Today we take you on a special journey. We start in Peniche, visit the โ€œSupertubosโ€ beach, where you can watch the worldโ€™s top surfers. It is one of the largest traditional fishing ports in Portugal and a major Atlantic hub for maritime-tourist activities.

      Nazarรฉ: Did you saw the outstanding videos of Garret McNamara surfing the giant waves? We take you to Nazarรฉ beach, with its mild climate and natural beauty, has one of the most ancient traditions connected to fishing in Portugal.

      Enjoy a fantastic and fresh seafood lunch, so typical of the region.

  • Day 9 Lisboa ยป Wine Producer Farm ยป Costa Vicentina ยป Algarve Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Lisboa ยป Wine Producer Farm ยป Costa Vicentina ยป Algarve Region

      Get to know โ€œPalace and Quinta da Bacalhoaโ€ the famous farm, taste their first-class wines. Guided experience, where you can see Blue Wine, yes, the wine is Blue. 

      Spend a wonderful morning and have a unique experience. Bring your swimmers, free time at the stunning Galapinhos beach at Arrรกbida Natural Park. One of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, and

      a great place for scuba diving, with unique flora and fauna to be discovered in the clear waters.

      Costa Vicentina: The South West Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park is the finest preserved

      stretch of European coastline, covering over 100 km, from Porto Covo till Vila do Bispo.

      Visit forte de Sรฃo Vicente. 

  • Day 10 Algarve Region ยป Lagos ยป Vilamoura ยป Albufeira ยป Algarve Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Algarve Region ยป Lagos ยป Vilamoura ยป Albufeira ยป Algarve Region

      Free morning to explore the stunning beaches in Lagos, some of them consider one of the most

      beautiful in the world. Take that time to enjoy the goldens sands of the beach and do your own

      activities or try the awesome experiences that are available on the spot.

      In the afternoon we will visit the most vibrant cities in Algarve: Vilamoura, the most cosmopolitan

      and luxurious city of the region and Albufeira, known for its nightlife and his beautiful cliffs. 

  • Day 11 Algarve Region ยป Benagil Caves ยป Algarve Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Algarve Region ยป Benagil Caves ยป Algarve Region

      Today we have a full day at the Mediterranean Sea, we have a barbeque included on the beach, time to visit the most famous caves in Portugal, and enjoy the crystal-clear waters, bring your swimmers you will have plenty of time to swim. 

  • Day 12 Algarve Region
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Algarve Region

      After breakfast, unfortunately, it is time to say your goodbyes to your fellow travelers! Hope to see you soonโ€ฆObrigado!

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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

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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