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Urban trekking & Port wine tasting in Porto
Hiking the Portuguese Camino
Guimarães & Braga – Portugal’s historic heart
- Arrival
- Urban trekking in Porto and Port wine tasting
- Barcelos – The Lucky Rooster – Hike on the Portuguese Camino to Ponte de Lima
- Luso, Buçaco and Coimbra – A journey through nature and history
- Guimarães – the birthplace of Portugal
- Departure
Tour Details
Programme & inclusions
1 Arrival
2 Urban trekking in Porto and Port wine tasting
An exciting urban trekking excursion through the vibrant city of Porto, exploring the historic Ribeira district along the Douro River, strolling down the grand Avenida dos Aliados, and uncovering cultural gems like Livraria Lello and São Bento Railway Station. Enjoy a local delicacy, Francesinha, for lunch. Visit to one of Porto's famous wine cellars before returning to the hotel.
Walking time: about 4 hours
Vertical height difference: ca. 260 m
Degree of difficulty: easy to medium
3 Barcelos – The Lucky Rooster – Hike on the Portuguese Camino to Ponte de Lima
Bus transfer to Barcelos, known for its ceramics and the legendary rooster symbol of good luck. After a short stroll through the narrow streets of the old town and a coffee break, head to Vitorino dos Piaes, a picturesque village surrounded by green hills. Walk along the Portuguese Camino, discovering beautiful landscapes and charming villages along the way. Reach Ponte de Lima, a town on the Lima River known for its medieval bridge, squares, and alleys. Stop at a winery to taste the local Vinho Verde, a fresh and slightly frizzy white wine.
Walking time: about 3.5 hours
Vertical height difference: ca. 170 m
Degree of difficulty: easy
4 Luso, Buçaco and Coimbra – A journey through nature and history
By bus to the charming town of Luso, known for its healing thermal waters and tranquil atmosphere. Hike to the magnificent Fonte Fria, a cascading fountain nestled within lush greenery. Continue to Buçaco, home to the legendary Buçaco Forest, a former monastic retreat filled with towering trees and serene walking paths. Reach Portas de Coimbra, a historical gateway offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Visit Coimbra, the "City of Students", home to Europe’s oldest university, founded in 1290 and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Walking time: about 4 hours
Vertical height difference: ca. 410 m
Degree of difficulty: medium
5 Guimarães – the birthplace of Portugal
Start the day exploring the historic centre of Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire its medieval architecture, picturesque squares, and vibrant atmosphere before continuing to the lush greenery of Sagrada Hill. The Guimarães Castle, a historic fortress that played a crucial role in the formation of Portugal, offers breath-taking views of the city and surrounding landscape. Stop in Braga, known as the "Rome of Portugal", to discover its rich religious heritage, featuring stunning Baroque churches, historic sanctuaries, and the iconic, UNESO-listed Bom Jesus do Monte.
Walking time: about 3,5 hours
Vertical height difference: ca. 460 m
Degree of difficulty: medium
6 Departure
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