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› Trek windswept bluffs and meander through charming beachside villages along Portugal’s stunning northern coastline › Walk the terraced hillsides of the Douro Valley, where lush vineyards give way to riverside hamlets and timeworn Roman towns › Wander the romantic gardens of Pena Palace, a hilltop gem with sweeping views over the fairy-tale town of Sintra › Savor the flavors of Portugal’s rich culinary heritage—from hearty stews and fresh seafood to the beloved pastel de nata , a sweet custard tart › Take in sweeping vistas from the Sitio district, perched above the iconic fishing village of Nazaré Green hills rolling down to the dazzling Atlantic coast. Romantic landscapes, Moorish castles and pastel palaces. Expansive views from high above the Douro River. Que lindeza —what loveliness. Lisbon to Porto—Sintra & the Douro River Valley Portugal
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Porto
Douro River
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Atlantic Ocean
Coimbra
Nazare
Sintra
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Cabo da Roca
6 Days • Levels 1-3 • Mar–Nov $5,099 to $5,849 / person double occ. (single occ. from $700 )
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