Itinerary
- Day 1
Porto to Miranda do Douro
You'll be met at Porto airport and driven to Miranda do Douro in the eastern part of the region. The journey itself is worthwhile, following the Douro River Canyon with its dramatic 200-metre cliffs on either side. Once there, you'll walk through the town's medieval walls and get a sense of local culture, including the Pauliteiros folk dancers and the Mirandese language that locals still speak here.
- Start point
- Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO), Pedras Rubras, Vila Nova Da Telha, Porto, Portugal (Meeting Point - Yellow sign at the airport, 15:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Miranda do Douro medieval walls
- View Douro River Canyon
Optional Activities
- Watch Pauliteiros folk dance performances (seasonal - summer festive days)
- Explore Mirandese cultural heritage and language
Landmarks/POIs Miranda do Douro Douro River Canyon 
- Day 2
Miranda do Douro
Start by walking through town to see the cathedral and ancient walls, where you'll find yourself surrounded by the high cliffs and gorges. Then head into the Nature Reserve on various paths, passing through small villages and rural farmland. The best part comes when you reach São João das Arribas viewpoint, where the Douro River snakes through those towering cliffs below. Keep an eye out for golden eagles, griffon vultures, Egyptian vultures, and black storks as you hike.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Miranda do Douro cathedral
- Explore ancient walls
- Hiking through Nature Reserve
- View São João das Arribas viewpoint
- Observe Douro River gorges
Optional Activities
- Encounter Mirandese donkeys (untamed local species)
- Join guided birdwatching tour
Landmarks/POIs São João das Arribas viewpoint Miranda do Douro Cathedral - Day 3
Miranda do Douro to Sendim
Leave Miranda do Douro heading south on trails through the Natural Park. You'll arrive at Picote, a small village with traditional stone buildings and several Douro River viewpoints. After that, continue through quiet countryside filled with native plants and meadows. By evening you'll reach Sendim, a village where agriculture and handicrafts are central to life. Spend some time at the craft shop near the church to see regional traditional costumes and local handiwork.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hiking through Natural Park trails
- Visit Picote village
- View Douro River from Picote
- Explore Sendim craft shop
- Learn about regional traditional costumes
Landmarks/POIs Picote Sendim - Day 4
Sendim
This day involves a round-trip hike on dirt tracks through vineyards, olive groves, and almond orchards across the landscape. You'll walk through one of Europe's largest juniper fields, and locals often enjoy talking about their customs if you cross paths. Later, head back to Sendim and visit the local winery to taste regional wines paired with traditional dishes made from local ingredients.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Round-trip hiking through vineyards and orchards
- Explore largest juniper fields in Europe
- Visit local winery
- Wine tasting with traditional local dishes
Optional Activities
- Interact with local residents and learn customs
Landmarks/POIs Sendim Juniper Fields - Day 5
Sendim to Felgar
A driver will pick you up and take you to Felgar, a village with classical houses perched on a sunny hillside with wide valley views. From there, follow a circular path inland through meadows, olive groves, and broom, with the blue Sabor River visible below. Stop at Ribeiro de Moinhos, which once had around 40 hydraulic mills operating along the water. The area still focuses on agriculture and shepherding, so you'll find excellent local sheep and goat cheeses and regional wines here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hiking circular path through Felgar area
- View Sabor River
- Explore Ribeiro de Moinhos historic milling site
Optional Activities
- Experience local agricultural activities
- Taste local sheep and goat cheeses
Landmarks/POIs Felgar Ribeiro de Moinhos Sabor River - Day 6
Felgar to Torre de Moncorvo
Walk along a greenway that follows an old railway line starting from Felgar on local roads and tracks. You'll reach the town centre with its beautiful manor houses, a railway museum, and shops selling olive oil, cheese, jams, and wines. After that, climb up to the 12th-century Moncorvo Castle on the hill overlooking the valley and Douro River. Finish your day at a local almond factory where you can see how sugared almonds are made, then return for homemade liqueur tasting paired with Moncorvo almonds.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk scenic greenway on former railway line
- Visit railway museum
- Explore Moncorvo Castle
- Tour local almond factory
- Homemade liqueur tasting with Moncorvo almonds
Optional Activities
- Browse local shops selling olive oil, cheese, jams, and wines
Landmarks/POIs Moncorvo Castle Torre de Moncorvo Railway Museum - Day 7
Torre de Moncorvo to Porto
On your last walking day, you'll leave Torre de Moncorvo on the greenway, the old railway line now converted to dirt road, heading toward Pocinho. Along the way there are views of the Douro River, terraced vineyards, and the Sabor River delta. The railway bridge and dam mark your arrival at Pocinho. Then board a train to Porto, where you'll pass through hills covered in the region's terraced vineyards. You'll arrive at São Bento station, one of the world's most beautiful stations. Your hotel is within walking distance, and you can explore UNESCO World Heritage Porto, including the Luis I Bridge, Port Wine Cellars, and the Ribeira district.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk greenway to Pocinho
- View Douro River and terraced vineyards
- Train journey from Pocinho to Porto
- Arrival at São Bento railway station
Optional Activities
- Explore Luis I Bridge
- Visit Port Wine Cellars
- Explore Ribeira district
- Try Porto's signature Francesinha sandwich
Landmarks/POIs São Bento Railway Station Luis I Bridge Port Wine Cellars Ribeira District - Day 8
Porto Departure
Your transfer to the airport will be arranged based on your flight schedule, bringing your tour to a close.
