Luxury Walking & Wine Tour Through Portugal

Accommodation on your Portugal: Walking and Wine – Premium Adventure has been selected for its style, location and excellent service. We have chosen unique properties that give a sense of the history and culture of the region, while offering the ultimate comfort and hospitality. The properties vary between departure dates – please see below for more details. Douro Valley, three nights Douro Scala Hotel – April, May and June 2023 departures, and 17 September 2023 Panoramic views of the Douro Valley and vineyards 15th-century main building with original features, with modern and elegant rooms Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, Turkish bath and a billiards room Hotel Régua Douro – 3 September 2023 and 24 September 2023 Riverside property with an outdoor pool, restaurant and games room In the heart of Régua town with local amenities on the doorstep Classically designed, spacious rooms Basto region, three nights Água Hotels Mondim de Basto – 23 April 2023, 7 May 2023, 14 May 2023, 17 September 2023 and 24th September 2023 departures Contemporary feel throughout the hotel Outdoor infinity pool, indoor pool and extensive spa facilities Excellent views of the surrounding mountains and River Tâmega Flag Hotel Celorico Palace – June 2023 departures and 3 September 2023 Located in the municipality of Celorico de Basto Amenities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spa with sauna and Jacuzzi Rental bikes are available to explore the surrounding countryside in free time Porto, one night Neya Hotel – all departures Located on the banks of the Douro River A converted convent – many original features preserved during its restoration The Skybar provides views for miles over the city and river Bookings within 30 days are subject to availability and may incur a supplement of approximately £185 / US$295 / 350 Canadian dollars per person.

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All breakfasts, two lunches, three dinners and three wine tastings are included. Porto and the Douro Valley are known for their excellent wines and the delicious regional cuisine which makes use of the natural resources found here. All meals have strong links with the land and sea, often prepared following old traditional recipes. Local specialities include caldo verde, a cabbage soup that originated here thanks to the fertile green fields. Portugal also has some of the best fish in the world, and in this region a lot of the fish comes from the Douro River. The Douro region is also well-known for an endless number of meat dishes, including roasted goat with rice and potatoes, wild boar stew, posta mirandes (veal steak) and cozido à portuguesa (boiled meat, sausages and cabbage). The francesinha is unmissable – a multi-layered sandwich comprising cheese, ham, steak and sausage, topped with a fried egg and coated in a spicy tomato sauce. Although meat and fish dishes are typically the focal point of Portuguese cuisine, vegetarian and vegan options have become more widely available in recent years, particularly in cosmopolitan cities such as Lisbon and Porto. Please let us know of any dietary requirements in advance so we can best accommodate your request. The Douro Valley, birthplace of port, is one of the oldest and most beautiful wine regions in the world. Considering the importance of the Alto Douro Wine Region, Unesco recognised it as a World Heritage site in 2001. Port is a fortified wine produced under particular and unique conditions. It is still produced in the traditional way, during which the fermentation process is stopped by adding spirits distilled from wine, and the blending of wines and aging still play a vital role. Port wines can be red, white or rosé and during the trip there will be plenty of opportunities to try the different varieties. Vinho verde is also an excellent wine produced in this area. Naturally light and fresh, it is fruity, easy to drink, great as an aperitif or served with light meals.

All listed activities

Tipping for all hotel staff, local staff and drivers

Well-marked trails and paths

Transport from and to the airport is by minibus. Other transport mentioned in the itinerary as an integral part of the guided walks is also included and is by private vehicle.