Porto, Portugal

Porto, Portugal is an enchanting city filled with historical and cultural marvels. Settled along the Douro River, the city has a rich history dating back to the Roman times. The city is renowned for its vibrant architecture, bustling markets, and quaint alleyways.  Explore the food and culture of this city with me on this Ladies Travel League adventure.

Itinerary

September 13, 2023 (Wednesday) 
  • Arrive in Porto. Arrival transfer included.  Depending on when your flight arrives, you'll have time to relax and freshen up.  Meet the rest of the group this evening for a welcome drink.
  • Overnight at Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores

September 14, 2023 (Thursday)
  • You'll start your Porto exploration with a bike tour on your choice of a traditional or e-bike.  Cycle through the old neighborhoods of the city, along the Douro river until the area of Foz, where the river meets the ocean.  The afternoon is yours to enjoy before a traditional Fado show this evening.
  • Overnight at Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores
  • Meals Included: Breakfast

September 15, 2023 (Friday)
  • Today you'll learn to cook traditional Portuguese dishes in a half-day cooking class.  You'll prepare four courses: appetizer, soup, main course, and dessert.  The rest of the day is yours to explore as you wish.
  • Overnight at Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

September 16, 2023 (Saturday)
  • This morning, meet your private driver-guide for a full day tour of the Douro Valley.  You'll start with an off the beaten path hike along the Douro River, which will give you a different perspective of the Douro.  Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant followed by a tour and tasting at one of the top wine producers in the Douro Valley.
  • Overnight at Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, wine tasting​

September 17, 2023 (Sunday)
  • Today you'll head to Aveiro, a maritime city crisscrossed by canals that you can journey through on a moliceiros, a painted gondola-style boat.     Enjoy the Art Nouveau houses and the Mosteiro de Jesus monastery before visiting the beaches of Costa Nova.  Afterwards, return to the hotel where you'll have some free time for a final exploration of the city before we meet for our farewell dinner.
  • Overnight at Pousada do Porto - Rua das Flores
  • Meals Included: Breakfast, dinner

September 18, 2023 (Monday) - Departure Day
  • We say farewell to Porto and transfer back to the Porto airport.  Or choose to continue your Portugal journey - I can give you some great ideas for this!
  • Meals Included: Breakfast

Overview

Arrival Information
  • Porto, Portugal (OPO)
  • September 13, 2023
  • Arrive in time for a 5 pm welcome drink
  • Arrival transfer from Porto OPO airport to joining hotel included

Departure Information
  • Porto, Portugal (OPO)
  • September 18, 2023
  • Depart at any time
  • Departure transfer from Porto hotel to Porto airport included

Places visited
  • Porto, Portugal
  • Douro Valley, Portugal
  • Aveiro, Portugal
  • Costa Nova, Portugal

Price
  • ​€2,250​ per person for double occupancy
  • €3,085 per person for single occupancy.  There are a limited number of single rooms available.  
  • If you don't have a roommate, I will try to match you with one so you can pay the double occupancy price.​

Deposit
  • 30% of the total per person
  • Deposit payment is 100% non-refundable!

Ready to Book?
Travel Insurance
  • It is mandatory for all travelers to have Emergency Medical insurance that covers for both emergency evacuation and repatriation to the sum of $200,000.  An all inclusive plan that covers cancellation/interruption insurance is strongly recommended.  You can learn more about your options from Roam Right and purchase a policy here. 

Inclusions

Accommodations
  • 5 nights hotel in Porto
Activities
  • Half Day Porto Bike Tour
  • Half Day Porto Walking Tour 
  • Douro Valley Tour with Hiking 
  • Douro Valley wine tasting 
  • Aveiro and Costa Nova Tour
  • Cooking Class
  • Fado evening
Meals
  • 5 breakfasts
  • 1 Lunch
  • 2 Dinners
  • Welcome Drink
Transportation
  • All transportation to and from included activities in a private vehicle
  • Arrival transportation from the Porto airport to the Porto hotel
  • Departure transportation from the Porto hotel to the Porto airport
Guides and Host:​
  • Rene from Grand Explorations will be your host for the duration of the trip
  • Local expert guides where appropriate

Exclusions

  • International Flights to Portugal
  • Any meals and drinks not listed under Inclusions
  • Any activities not listed under Inclusions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel Insurance (Can be purchased here from Roam Right. Travelers are required a sum of $200,000 for both emergency evacuation and repatriation.

Important Notes

  • ​While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to this style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable.