Walking in Portugal's Undiscovered North

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sistelo terraces
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PORTUGAL MINHO VIANA STREET

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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