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Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro with 3 Nights in Lisbon and a Taste of Madeira 2028

15 days
Start and end in Lisbon
4.6 (234 reviews)

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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  2. Day 2

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Lisbon with local guide
    • Visit to Belem Tower
    • Visit to Monument to the Discoveries

    Optional Activities

    • Optional gastronomic walking tour of authentic Portuguese flavors and traditions
    • Optional evening excursion including traditional Portuguese dinner and live Fado music concert
    Landmarks
    Belem Tower
    Monument to the Discoveries
  3. Day 3

    Lisbon - Sintra - Cabo da Roca

    Lisbon - Sintra - Cabo da Roca
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided excursion to Sintra
    • Visit to National Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

    Optional Activities

    • Free time exploration at Cabo da Roca
    Landmarks
    National Palace of Sintra
    Cabo da Roca
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Lisbon - Coimbra - Porto

    Lisbon - Coimbra - Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided city sightseeing tour of Coimbra
    • Learn about oldest university in Portugal
    Landmarks
    University of Coimbra
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Porto - Caldas de Aregos

    Porto - Caldas de Aregos
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Porto (UNESCO World Heritage site)

    Optional Activities

    • Ride to riverside city of Matosinhos with modern Porto sights including Avenida da Boavista and graffiti street art
    • Full-day guided tour of Braga and Guimarães (UNESCO World Heritage Site) including castle and San Miguel church
    • Visit with local musicians to experience Fado music aboard ship
    Landmarks
    Porto
    Matosinhos
    Braga
    Guimarães
  6. Day 6

    Peso da Régua - Pinhão

    Peso da Régua - Pinhão
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Lamego
    • Taste of local bola de Lamego with sparkling wine
    • Short sailing to Pinhão

    Optional Activities

    • Personal tour of one of oldest farms in Douro Valley including wine tasting
    • Wine painting class with resident artist
    • Peaceful stroll through riverside town of Pinhão
    • Optional excursion to learn about Douro Valley's olive oil at a traditional olive-oil mill
    Landmarks
    Lamego Cathedral
    Pinhão
  7. Day 7

    Pinhão - Pocinho - Barca d'Alva

    Pinhão - Pocinho - Barca d'Alva
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Onboard Flamenco show with local artists

    Optional Activities

    • Workshop on painting azulejos (traditional Portuguese tiles)
    • Guided kayak adventure on Douro River through stunning valley
    • Visit to historic vineyard estate with tasting of red, white, and port wines
    • Onboard workshop on Portuguese language and culture
    Landmarks
    Pocinho
    Douro River
  8. Day 8

    Barca d'Alva - Ferradosa

    Barca d'Alva - Ferradosa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Freixo de Espada à Cinta village in Douro International Natural Park
    • Guided tour of medieval village of Castelo Rodrigo with Hebrew inscriptions and carved crosses on doorposts
    • Full-day excursion to Salamanca with guided tour of stunning architecture including Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Plateresque styles
    Landmarks
    Freixo de Espada à Cinta
    Douro International Natural Park
    Castelo Rodrigo
    Salamanca
  9. Day 9

    Ferradosa - Leverinho

    Ferradosa - Leverinho
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Onboard pastry demonstration
    • Onboard lecture about wines of the region
    • Visit to wine-producing property with Vinho Verde wine tasting
    • Guided visit to Casa de Mateus with tasting of locally produced wine
    Landmarks
    Casa de Mateus
    Douro River
  10. Day 10

    Leverinho - Porto

    Leverinho - Porto
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Porto (UNESCO World Heritage site)

    Optional Activities

    • Guided bike tour of Douro River wharfs and coastal Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia
    • Guided visit to Port wine cellar with production explanation and wine tasting
    • Ride to riverside city of Matosinhos and Avenida da Boavista viewing modern Porto charms
    • Guided optional excursion to family-owned cork and barrel production factory
    • Culinary tour experience
    • Free time exploring Porto's cobblestone lanes, shops, and tapas bars
    Landmarks
    Porto
    Vila Nova de Gaia
    Matosinhos
    Avenida da Boavista
  11. Day 11

    Porto - Funchal

    Porto - Funchal
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk to admire historic landmarks and waterfront
    • Tasting of local specialties
    • Visit to wine cellar

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore Funchal
    Landmarks
    Funchal
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Funchal

    Funchal
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic guided hike through Madeira's interior with lush forests, mountain trails, and breathtaking viewpoints
    • Guided tour of southern and northwestern parts of Madeira with viewpoints and stunning landscapes
    Landmarks
    Funchal
  13. Day 13

    Funchal

    Funchal
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore the island at your pace
    • Enjoy the sea
    • Immerse yourself in local nature
    • Stroll to discover historical monuments and museums
    • Taste typical dishes and Madeira wine
    Landmarks
    Funchal
  14. Day 14

    Funchal - Lisbon

    Funchal - Lisbon
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore Lisbon
    Landmarks
    Lisbon
  15. Day 15

    Lisbon

    Lisbon
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Lisbon

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