What to expect

Unique Experiences
Cruise along the Douro River

Historic Portuguese Charm
Porto Old Town UNESCO World Heritage Site

Incredible Monuments
Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle)
About this trip...
Return flights & transfers
Airport taxes & Charges
Twin/Double room for sole use
Breakfast daily + Welcome Dinner
Welcome Drink
Port wine cellar tour and tasting
Castelo do Queijo Walk
Douro River cruise
Entry tickets to: Stock Exchange Palace, St. Francisco Church & Porto Cathedral
Guided tour of Porto
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
Fully financially protected
- Insurance see here
- Tourist City Tax - approx. EUR 2.00 per night payable to the hotel locally
What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive in Porto
- Dinner Included

Day Two: Porto guided tour & river cruise
- Breakfast Included

Day Three: Castelo do Queijo Walk
In the morning, we depart towards the coastline by Boavista as we travel to the Fort of S. Francisco Xavier. The Fort was built in the 17th Century to protect the coast from the pirates of North Africa. It is located on a wedge-shaped rocky hill, hence the name Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle). Our walk starts here and follows the restless Atlantic coastline all the way to the river Douro estuary. After lunch, we get back into town and continue the walk, including a visit to São Bento Station to view the beautifully tiled panels, the Carmo Church, Clérigos Church and tower (entrance optional), the frontage of Lello bookshop.
- Breakfast Included

Day Four: Departure day
After breakfast, we have some time to ourselves to further explore the city and shop for souvenirs before we transfer to airport for our afternoon flight.
- Breakfast Included
Accommodation
Hotel Vila Gale Porto Ribeira Four-star
Facilities include
Room includes
Dates & Prices
Essential Information




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- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
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Compulsory vaccinations: None.
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