North Portugal Inn to Inn Walking Holiday

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Duration

Walk through timeless mountain valleys, chat with passing pilgrims, drink wine by the river and stroll past Atlantic dunes in Portugal's peaceful north.

What's Included

Key Inclusions

9 nights small independent hotels

All breakfasts

5 x lunches

2 x dinners

Private transfers throughout

Luggage transfers throughout

1 x transfer by boat

Walking notes and GPS for self-guided walks


Guided Activities

Winery visit

Half-day city tour

Bike rental


5* Service

We have personally experienced & loved every aspect of this trip

Holiday Guide with advice, background information and recommendations

ABTOT / ATOL Financial protection

Local support throughout

24/7 emergency support

Industry-leading 160% carbon capture

Exclusive departure date


Please note: International travel not included.

Day by day itinerary

Day 1

Head north to a winery on the river


You begin in Porto, where your guide takes you north to a beautiful riverside winery, noted for its Vinho Verde (green wine). Stay in a granite house in the quiet mountains of Sistelo tonight.

Day 2

Walk ancient pathways through the terraces


Day 3

Follow the river down the mountain


Day 4

Walk into Portugal's oldest town


Day 5

Hike with pilgrims on the Camino


Day 6

Walk or cycle along the Minho river


Day 7

Cross the river into Spain


Day 8

Rest up and relax at your hotel


Day 9

Walk past windmills on the coast


Day 10

Travel to Porto or explore farther


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