Beyond the Vineyards: Sample Northern Portugal & Spain

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Venture along the vineyards of northern Portugal and Spain to taste regional delicacies, learn local history and discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this inspiring adventure.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Venture along the vineyards of northern Portugal and Spain to taste regional delicacies, learn local history and discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this inspiring adventure.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityPorto
End CityLa Granja de San Ildefonso

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive Porto, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Porto

Hotel check-in from 2:00 p.m.

After checking in to the hotel and getting your room, take some time to freshen up and relax before our Orientation session. Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date pro...

Day 3 Introduction to Portugal, Treasures of Porto Porto

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 6 miles (10 km) total, approximately 1/2 hour. Walking approximately 2 miles total throughout the day; varied terrain; cobblestone streets; steep slopes; staircases without railings.

In the hotel meeting room, a local exp...

Day 4 Quinta da Aveleda, Guimarães, Amarante Amarante

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 93 miles (120 km) total, approximately 2 hours. Walking approximately 3 miles throughout the day; uneven terrain. Standing for up to 1 hour at a time in pedestrian areas with cobblestones or uneven ground. Extent and duration o...

Day 5 Douro Valley, Quinta & Wine Tasting, Amarante

Getting on/off motorcoach; traveling about 62 miles roundtrip, approximately 3 hours on winding roads. Walking approximately 2 miles throughout the day; mostly flat terrain, some cobblestones. Standing up to 1 hour at a time.

We will start the morning with a rid...

Day 6 Cooking Demonstration, Canal Ride via Moliceiro Boat, Aveiro Aveiro

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 153 miles total, approximately 3 hours with one stop. Walking approximately 1 mile total throughout the day; mostly flat terrain. Standing up to 1/2 hour at a time.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll board our motorco...

Day 7 Coimbra University, Fado performance Aveiro

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 60 miles roundtrip, approximately 3 hour; Standing 1hour; walking about 2 miles; hilly terrain. Extent and duration of walking and other activities during free time according to personal choice

We will transfer via motorc...

Day 8 Braga & Bom Jesus do Monte, To Santiago de Compostela Santiago de Compostela

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 195 miles total; approximately 4 hours. Getting on/off funicular. Walking approximately 3 miles throughout the day; uneven terrain; unavoidable stairs. Standing up to 1.5 hours at a time in pedestrian areas with cobblestones or...

Day 9 Rias Baixas Wine Region Santiago de Compostela

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 120 miles total, approximately 3.5 hours with stops. Walking up to 2 miles total throughout the day; flat terrain; getting on/off a small boat; standing about 1 hour at a time at the winery.

We will ride via motorcoach to...

Day 10 Lecture, Santiago, Galician Performance Santiago de Compostela

Walking approximately 3 miles; mostly flat; some uneven surfaces, unavoidable steps; standing up to 1 hour in pedestrian areas with cobblestones. Extent and duration of walking and other activities during free time according to personal choice.

In the hotel meet...

Day 11 Lugo & Roman Remains, Las Médulas Canyon Leon

Getting on/off motorcoach; traveling about 250 miles, approximately 5 hours with stops. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day with breaks; uneven terrain and cobblestones; steep uphill climb to the lookout point at La Medulas; standing up to 2 hours at a time...

Day 12 León, Pantheon of the Kings, Casa de Botines, Free Time Leon

Walking about 3 miles total throughout the day; standing up to 2 hours at a time in pedestrian areas with cobblestones. Extent and duration of walking and other activities during free time according to personal choice.

With our local expert, we will set out on a...

Day 13 La Ribera Wine Region & La Granja de San Ildefonso La Granja de San Ildefonso

Getting on/off motorcoach; driving about 185 miles total, approximately 4 hours. Walking up to 2 miles total throughout the day; varied terrain; cobblestones; unavoidable steps.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll drive to the Ribera wine region — home to som...

Day 14 La Granja & Segovia La Granja de San Ildefonso

Walking approximately 3 miles through pedestrian areas; cobblestone streets; with inclines; unavoidable steps without handrails. Getting on/off motorcoach; traveling about 20 miles total, approximately 1 hour.

We will ride to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Se...

Day 15 Program Concludes In Flight

Airport transfers beginning around 4:00 a.m. Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are inc...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,699
Price per day$313
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 13
  • Number of Lunch: 8
  • Number of Dinner: 8
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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