Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to Portugal!
Upon arrival to Porto, your driver meets you at the airport and transfers to Braga. After check-in at your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 2: Exploring the Highlights of Porto
After breakfast you have a transfer to Porto for a walking tour of Porto's main landmarks. Located along the Douro river estuary in northern Portugal, Porto encompasses one of the oldest European town centers which is in fact registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During the tour you admire the most iconic city monuments, including the railway station of Sao Bento, the Porto Cathedral, the Clerigos Church in Baroque style and Luis I Bridge.
In the afternoon you explore the modern district of the city called Boavista, and its magnificent “Casa da Música”. The next in your list is a guided visit to a traditional wine cellar and wine tasting (2 drinks per person included).
As a highlight, you enjoy 1-hour cruise on the River Douro aboard a traditional boat. You 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 Porto.
After the tour you return to Braga.
Additional meals: lunch, wine tasting
Day 3: Tour of Braga & Guimaraes
After breakfast you have a 20-minute transfer to Bom Jesus do Monte funicular that is the first funicular of the Iberian Peninsula. You enjoy the ride that is a perfect way to see the wonderful Bom Jesus complex. The descent of the mount (580 steps) is done on foot.
Next you arrive in the capital of the region - the ancient city of Braga, you visit its 11th century Braga Cathedral and admire the impressive Sanctuary of Bom Jesus.
You then take a trip to the cradle of Portugal - the medieval city of Guimaraes, where you explore its UNESCO-listed Old Town. After the sightseeing tour your driver takes you back to your hotel in Braga. The rest of the day is free.
Day 4: Day Trip to the Douro Valley
Following breakfast, you meet your guide and start a full day tour to the breathtaking Douro Valley Wine Region - a famous UNESCO Heritage Site recognized as the best river destination of Europe.
The day starts at Pinhão with an excellent view over the Douro River. You have a walking tour around the vineyards of the Quinta and enjoy the glorious views of the river.
You also have hands-on cooking class on Portuguese Cuisine covering main dish and dessert.
After lunch you explore the famous train station of the region. To finish the day, you visit a wine estate and taste the famous Port wine (2 wines included). Afterwards you return to Braga.
Additional meal: lunch, wine tasting
Day 5: Walking in Sistelo & Arcos de Valdevez
Your today's route passes through mountain areas, rural areas and villages.
At first you travel 1 hour north to Sistelo which was originally a medieval village. The wonderful village of Portugal with about three hundred inhabitants charms its visitors with the unique placatory atmosphere.
After Sistelo continue with a guided walking tour in the Vez Ecovia, an incredible path, where you admire wooden walkways, Roman road, crystal-clear lagoons, green mountains and native flora and fauna.
After the tour you return to Braga.
Day 6: Portuguese Way of Santiago
Your today's hiking experience is dedicated to the Portuguese Way which are the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes starting in Portugal.
During a half-day tour you enjoy a a beautiful walk on the beach to enjoy the landscape, learn about the fisher community of Póvoa de Varzim and smell the sea air.
After the tour you return to Braga and have the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 7: Departure from Porto Airport
This is the last day of your amazing adventure to Portugal! After breakfast you are transferred to the Porto airport for your flight back home.
We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future trips!
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