Family Active Portugal
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- Week long active trip visiting Porto, the scenic north and the Atlantic coast
- Raft, surf, zip wire, via ferrata, wild swimming and hike all included
- Characterful accommodation chosen for their excellent facilities
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Our trip begins in Porto, Portugal's second largest city situated on banks of the Douto River in northern Portugal. The city itself is compact which makes it ideal for exploring, it is also one of the oldest European centres of population having been an outpost of the...
After a leisurely breakfast we'll stroll down the cobbled streets to Ribeira - undoubtedly the most picturesque spot in Porto. As we make our way down to the waterfront we'll pass many of Porto's historic buildings along the way. Northern Portugal is rightly known ...
Bidding farewell to Porto, drive inland through gentle rolling hills to the Pena Adventure park for a day of adrenalin fuelled activities. Highlights include a 1.5km zip line between two hills, 150 meters above the ground (minimum age 10 or over 30kg), a thrilling ...
After a hearty breakfast at our hotel, head towards the National Park to explore the rugged beauty of Portugal. Far from the mass tourism and crowded beaches of the Algarve, this undiscovered part of Portugal is a hidden treasure. We start by driving to a viewpoint ov...
Today is a free day. Our hotel offers complementary use of kayaks to explore the river which runs through the town and is flanked by wooded gardens and has a small summer beach. Alternatively spend time in the hotel spa and indoor pool or relax on the sun terrace. ...
Heading further north, our destination is the small town of Melgaco situated on the border between Portugal and Spain. We will meet our rafting guides just outside of town and get changed into wet suits. Changing rooms and showers are available, a towel and swimming c...
This morning head to the beach after breakfast for a two hour surfing lesson. Praia de Ancora is an ideal location to learn to surf; this stretch of Portugal's Atlantic coast is well known amongst the surfing community as offering some of the best surfing conditions i...
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Praia de Ancora. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Praia de Ancora at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If...
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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.
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
Trusted Customer
Oct 2023
Family Active Portugal
A great trip, we loved Portugal! Porto is an absolute gem. The hotels were great (final one a bit more average). Walking tour in Porto was fab. Don't expect to lose ...
Paul
Aug 2023
Family Active Portugal
Accommodation options were very limited and hotels were noisy. Itinerary not really suited for kids as spent three consecutive days on long hot walks interspersed wi...
Roger
Jul 2023
Family Active Portugal
Great Tour Rep Nice Hotels Action events were well organised and covered allour group ages from 7 to 73 Locations were great, scenic and cultural interest Rep posted...
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