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. 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.

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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 walk from the manor through to the village of Provosende & then it is downhill 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 bus.

This walking tour can easily be combined with our Montesinho Tour; both are very different and will give you a great walking experience - we offer a 50 euro per person discount if you book both holidays.

	INCLUDED
	4 nights in a twin/ double room with en-suite facilities and breakfast
	4 dinners
	Wine & Port with dinner
	Transfers during the stay and to and from the train station at Pinhão
	Comprehensive walking notes and maps
	NOT INCLUDED Lunches, travel insurance, flights and travel to Pinhão or Vila Real

Closest airports – Porto. We recommend arriving in Pinhao by train (one of Michael Palins recommended world train journeys) but if time is of the essence you can take the coach back to Porto from Vila Real - we will advise on times for both.

Cost per person:

October to March: 510 euro

April to July & September: 585 euro

Single room supplement: 120 euro

(if you prefer you can also pay in GBP or USD at the current exchange rate at the time of booking)