Discover Portugal’s historic villages and the Douro Valley on a small-group adventure of guided hikes, scenic drives, and memorable food and wine experiences from Lisbon to Porto.
  • Walk the Penha Garcia Fossil Route to ancient ichnofossils.
  • Explore Monsanto’s boulder-built homes and panoramic castle ruins.
  • Hike the GR7 from Monsanto to Roman Idanha-a-Velha.
  • Walk medieval lanes to Sortelha’s hilltop castle and village.
  • Hike Serra da Estrela to the Vale do Rossim Lagoon.
  • Walk terraced vineyards along the Corgo River in Douro Valley.
  • Hike from Pinhão to Casal de Loivos’ sweeping viewpoint.
  • Sail a rabelo boat and taste port in Vila Nova de Gaia.
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.



Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.