Douro - Walking, Wine and Port

	Tradition, tranquility and simplicity
	The magnificent Douro river
	A small area with big scenery
	At the heart of fine port and wine production

Walking tours in Portugal, Madeira and Azores

‘A good life is like a fine glass of port: it has to be enjoyed to the full’ - this walking holiday allows you to do both. You stay in a beautifully restored 17th century Manor house with all modern comforts and beautiful swimming pool overlooking the countryside. Here the charms of the past meet the comfort of the present. During your stay we will arrange a visit to a local Quinta for a tour and tasting. The best way to reach the Manor is by train from Porto to Pinhão; this is a quite spectacular journey as the train runs right beside the Douro River.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Arrival at Pinhão and transfer to the Manor House in the tiny village of Vilharinho de S. Romao.

A circular vineyard walk down in the Pinhão valley,walking first to the village of Celeirós and then down to cross the river, to walk along the other side of the valley. To return you cross the river again before climbing back to Celeiros, 16km/10miles.

A walk from the Manor climbing up with wonderful views to the Vilalela which has a breath-taking panorama over the Douro valley. You then drop down to the village of Fermentoes and then back to the Manor. 12km/7.5miles.

Today you are transferred to the village of Provosende to walk down hill all the way to Pinhao on your way you will pass by many famous Quintas. There is a chance to explore Pinhao before a taxi will take you back to the Manor, 10km/6.2miles

Departure after breakfast to take the train or the plane.

	INCLUDED
	4 nights in a twin/ double room with en-suite facilities and breakfast
	3 picnic lunches
	4 dinners
	Wine and port tastings
	Transfers during the stay and to and from the train station at Pinhão
	Comprehensive walking notes and maps
	NOT INCLUDED Travel Insurance, flights and travel to Pinhão or Vila Real

Arrival Point

Airports – Porto or Lisbon. We recommend arriving in Pinhao by train (one of Michaela Palins recommended world train journeys) but if time is of the essence you can take the coach back to Porto - we will advise on times for both.

Cost per person:

October to March: £355.00, $710.00 or 515euro
April to July & September: £395.00, $790.00 or 575euro