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Portugal: Village Walks & the Douro Valley
Tour Description:
An ideal balance of city and countryside, walk through medieval towns and village hamlets as Portugal steals your heart on this 8-day active discovery. A feast for the senses, savour the regions' delicious food with fresh, local ingredients and hike along the vineyard and olive grove-laced landscapes of the Douro Valley, with pit stops to sample some of the delicious wines and delicacies of the region. Finish in Porto as a final course to cap off the perfect week. Rich in history and culture, experience Portugal as never before.
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Dates & Pricing
| Monday 07 Oct 24 — Monday 14 Oct 24 | Starting at $4,199 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 14 Apr 25 — Monday 21 Apr 25 | Starting at $3,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 28 Apr 25 — Monday 05 May 25 | Starting at $3,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 12 May 25 — Monday 19 May 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 26 May 25 — Monday 02 Jun 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 09 Jun 25 — Monday 16 Jun 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 23 Jun 25 — Monday 30 Jun 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 07 Jul 25 — Monday 14 Jul 25 | Starting at $4,399 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 01 Sep 25 — Monday 08 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 15 Sep 25 — Monday 22 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 29 Sep 25 — Monday 06 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 13 Oct 25 — Monday 20 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,199 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 27 Oct 25 — Monday 03 Nov 25 | Starting at $3,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
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ITINERARYMedelim: Portugal's Countryside
Speckled with charming and picturesque villages, Portugal will transport you into a fairytale from the 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.
Medelim: Historic Village Hikes
Travel back in time over 1000 years to an era of castles, legends and traditions. Deemed one of Portugal's 12 Historic Villages, Idanha-a-Velha will connect you to a time of conquerors as you traverse the paths through historic stone walls and castles. On the hike to Monsanto, hear the tales of this region's fascinating history under fig and olive trees. Just up the road, the natural pools and a small waterfall at Penha Garcia offer the perfect place to conclude today's adventure.
Manteigas: Hike to a Castle in the Sky
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.
Amarante: Explore Serra da Estrela National Park
In Portugal'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.
Amarante: Douro Valley Walk Along the Vineyards
A tapestry of vineyards unfolds as you traverse Douro wine country, Portugal'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.
Amarante: Hike to Casal de Loivos
Mesmerizing mazes of vineyards scale the sides of the Pinhão 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.
Porto: Your OMG Day
Porto is yours to discover today with a choice of two activities. Explore the best of Portugal'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.
Porto
Today your adventure comes to an end and you can depart at any time.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
