Walking and cycling in the Douro-Minho Geres

The Douro Valley and Porto offer a captivating combination of cultural heritage and scenic landscapes, making them ideal for a walking or cycling holiday. Porto, with its colorful riverside architecture and steep, winding streets, invites you to explore historic sites such as the Ribeira district and the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge. Strolling along the Douro River, you can soak in the city’s vibrant atmosphere, punctuated by traditional wine cellars and lively cafés. Just a short journey away, the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World heritage region,  offers a more tranquil experience, with its terraced vineyards, picturesque villages, and panoramic views.  Enjoy scenic trails along the river, where the beauty of the landscape is complemented by the opportunity to visit local wineries and sample the renowned Port wine. Together, Porto and the Douro Valley provide a perfect blend of urban charm and rural serenity, ideal for a memorable holiday.

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    • Self-guided Walking
    • Easy
      • 6 days
      • From January to December
  •   Accommodation choice :
      • Simple /
      • Comfort /
      • Charming /
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip 

  • Explore Porto, Unesco World Heritage city
  • Guided visit of the wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia & taste the great wines of Porto 
  • 2 boat cruises along the Douro, with lunch on board included between Pinhão and Porto
  • The small town of Pinhão, nestled in the river bank

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      • Portugal - Porto / Douro / Minho / Geres

Portugal uncovered : gourmet walks & boat cruise

    • Self-guided Walking
    • Easy
      • 8 days
      • From February to November
  •   Accommodation choice :
      • Comfort /
      • Charming /
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip

  • The Best of Portugal in one tour : Lisbon, Porto, Sintra & Douro valley
  • Explore Sintra, with its many palaces and quintas surrounded by lush vegetation
  • The Cap da Roca, Europe’s most easternmost point
  • Porto and the Douro Valley : tasting, walks and boat trip

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      • Portugal - Porto / Douro / Minho / Geres

The silver coast by bike : from Porto to Coimbra

    • Self-guided Cycling
    • Moderate
      • 8 days
      • From January to December
  •   Accommodation choice :
      • Comfort

Highlights of the trip

  • The diversity of the landscapes: ocean coastline, estuaries, rivers and canals, forests and dunes, salt marshes, fields and typical villages
  • Porto, Aveiro & Coimbra, 3 of the prettiest Portuguese towns
  • 3* & 4* accommodation selected for their comfort and location
  • A large section of the itinerary along well-maintained cycle paths


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