Portugal's Lisbon to Porto Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour
Dolce Tempo Journey from Coastal Nazaré to Douro Valley Vineyards
From sunlit beaches to sipping port above the Douro’s terraced slopes, discover Portugal’s wild beauty. Paired with world-class hotels and the day’s freshest catch, now here’s a slice of the good life. Saúde!
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $6,799 - $6,899/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Boat up the Douro River, passing dramatic hillsides lined with terraced vineyards that produce some of the world’s best Port
- Discover Nazaré, where weathered fishermen mend their nets and whitewashed houses cling to cliffside streets
- Wander through Alcobaça, a town founded 900 years ago, to discover its hauntingly beautiful Cistercian monastery—a masterpiece of early Gothic architecture
- Cruise along the Dão Ecopista, a railway-turned-bike path, that traces lush hills and chestnut-lined valleys in Portugal’s hidden wine country
- Amble by timeworn stone villages and follow ancient shepherds’ trails in the misty highlands above the Douro River
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Lisbon Airport & Travel Details
- Explore São Martinho do Porto, also called “Concha” due to its position along a shell-shaped bay
- Savor a seafood lunch overlooking turquoise waters
- Enjoy sweeping coastal views as you amble along sandy paths to breathtaking natural lookouts
- Roam the village and shorefront of Nazaré, known globally as one of the world’s best big-wave surfing spots
- Relax in historic Alcobaça at a monastery-turned-hotel.
Nights 1-2
Deluxe Hotel
Rest your head at a sumptuous hotel designed by architect Souto Moura and built inside of Mosteiro de Alcobaça, a World Heritage Site that stands as a masterpiece of Portuguese Gothic architecture. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Head east into one of Portugal’s best-kept secrets—the Dão wine region
- E-bike along a converted railway line, tracing the contours of the Dão River and passing lush scenery and quaint hamlets
- Stroll the aristocratic village of Santar, renowned for its elegant manor houses and resplendent gardens
- Enjoy the atmosphere of our romantic Relais & Châteaux estate, then sit down to a gourmet dinner.
Night 3
Luxury Hotel
Adorned with original antiques, family portraits and hand-painted ceilings, this luxurious 17th-century estate is as stunning outside as it is within, encircled by ten acres of vineyards and eight acres of post-Renaissance gardens. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Walk high above the Douro Valley, through pastoral hillsides and past slate-roofed stone cottages
- Delight in a homemade lunch at a cozy home in Codeçal
- Rest at our sumptuous hideaway perched above the river’s edge
- Visit Sabrosa, a bustling town that once launched one of history’s greatest explorers, Ferdinand Magellan
- Taste a variety of Port wines at a revered wine estate
- Set off in a boat from the banks of the Douro and float along a sun-dappled landscape of green and gold
- Walk among sloping rows of vines in the heart of the Douro
- After a leisurely final morning, end your trip in the colorful riverside city of Porto.
Nights 4-5
Luxury Hotel
Featuring contemporary décor with a nod to a bygone era, this supremely luxurious getaway offers panoramic views of the Douro Valley, floor-to-ceiling windows and wooden bridges leading to secret gardens. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Porto Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-2
Hiking and walking routes offer a mix of quiet paths through forests and vineyards, rugged coastal trails, and paved or cobblestone roads near and through towns.
The terrain for both biking and hiking varies from level to rolling, with some steep climbs and descents.
All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike, Wahoo GPS device, helmet and accessories
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
