PortugalThe wine, history and nature of the Douro Valley

• Meet with a local representative at Porto Airport, followed by private transfer to your accommodation.
• Embark on a guided, half-day walking tour around the UNESCO World Heritage city center.
• Take a walking dinner tour to three local restaurants and indulge in some Portuguese specialities!

• Today is all about exploring Porto! Let us know which of the following three options suits you best:

OPTION 1
​• Learn about the history and legacy of Portugal's fish production.  
• Watch fishermen return to port with their catch of the day, visit a top sardine canning factory, and explore the local fish market.

OPTION 2
• Discover an ancient Portuguesecraft: the filigree, a type of intricate metalwork.
• Visit a filigree workshop and the “Alchemy of Filigree” exhibition
• After, taste local delicacies of Casa Branca do Gramido while overlooking the Douro River.

​OPTION 3
• Release your inner chef during a hands-on cooking class in a professional kitchen, learning under the guidance of a Professional Chef.

• Start the day with a private transfer (two hours) from Porto to Pinhão in the heart of the Douro Valley wine region.
• Enjoy a guided tour & tasting at one of the most exquisite wine estates for Port and Douro wines, followed by a gourmet, picnic-style lunch among the vineyards
• Take the rest of the afternoon to explore this magnificent region on your own. 

• Take in stunning landscapes during a one-hour train ride from Pinhão to Pocinho, followed by a private transfer from Pocinho to Torre de Moncorvo to lunch (not included).
• Return to Pocinho after lunch for a boat trip along one of the most beautiful sections of the Douro River.
• Explore the village of Marialva, one of the official ancient villages of Portugal.

• Take a private transfer from Marialva to Atenor (1.5h)
• Discover the nature and traditional villages of the MirandesePlateau, Douro International Natural Park and Sabor River Valley via donkey! 
• Gaze over breathtaking landscapes while traveling between Atenor to Miranda do Douro. 
• This afternoon, you can choose one of two ways to explore the region:

OPTION 1
• A half-day, guided canoe trip on the Douro River (Available between July and October)

OPTION 2
• A half-day guided hike to observe the native fauna and flora and enjoy the beautiful panoramas. 

• Enjoy dinner this evening at a traditional Portuguese restaurant.

• Take a jeep tour through local villages, walk down cliffside paths, meet with farmers and learn about the local arts and customs.
• Then, travel by small boat through the Douro Valley Natural Reserve.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch followed by time at leisure
• Dinner this evening will be at your accommodation. 

• Sample the region's pastries and bread at a local bakery, followed by a 2.5-hour drive from Miranda do Douro to Porto.
• Finish your experience with a delightful guided tour & tasting at an exquisite Port wine cellar on the Porto riverbanks.
• Top off your tasting with a delicious farewell dinner.

• A private transfer will take you to Porto Airport (25-minute drive) for your onward travels.
• So long!