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Nature and outdoor activities in Guarda District

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Follow The Shepherd - Serra da Estrela

Discover the stories of a shepherd's life and hike with him and his herd in the forest. Depending on the weather conditions/shepherd's convenience, we can follow a different plan or cancel the event.

5 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Paint with natural colors in the forest

Uncover the Serra da Estrela ecosystem and create natural colors from the forest.

4.75 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Douro Essence 50-Minute Boat Ride on the Douro River

Douro Essence is a 50-minute boat trip experience on the Douro, offering comfort and convenience. Daily departures every hour from Cais da Folgosa. Arrival: Cais da Folgosa

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Douro Sunset Tour: Open Wine Bar & Music

Glide with a Douro river navigator past terraced vineyards, pause at the sunset peak, then toast as hillsides and quintas light up at twilight.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Adventure hike & local picnic - 1h from Porto

Enjoy a 6-mile hike through a hidden, secret, untouched part of the Douro. Experience steep hills and vast valleys in this World Heritage site. Finish with a local picnic at a stunning viewpoint.

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Douro Valley: 4x4, wines and a sunset picnic

Explore the Douro Valley on an off-road tour with a local guide. Visit historic estates, taste DOC Douro wines and Port wine, and enjoy a sunset picnic overlooking the Douro River

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1h50m Private Douro River Boat with Wine Tasting

Drift past terraced vineyards with a Douro river skipper, sip regional wines from the open bar and pause at calm viewpoints for sunset valley photos.

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Hike vineyard hills to a Douro picnic

Walk quiet vineyard paths with a local hiking guide, hear stories of the Douro, meet residents on the way and finish with a classic Portuguese picnic at a wine estate.

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Private Boat Tour on the Douro with Wine: 50 min

Discover the Douro on a private 50-minute tour—featuring wine on board, vineyard landscapes, and a local guide—ideal for small groups of up to 11 people.

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Lunch, Wine Pairing, and Workshop in the Vineyard

Lunch in the vineyard, surrounded by nature, with wine pairings in the heart of the Douro region. Before that, an immersive workshop from pruning to harvest, featuring hands-on viticulture and the secrets of wine.

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Hands-on Experience in the Vineyard: From Pruning to Harvest

Find out how winter pruning of the vineyard is done and why it is essential for the quality of the grapes. Learn how to graft and practice cutting and grafting with your own hands in the field.

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Night walk to catch sunrise - 1h from Porto

Experience an intimate night trek in the vineyards, then pause for reflection and meditation as the first light of day appears.

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Challenge walk to Marão summit - 1h20 from Porto

Trek to Portugal’s stunning Marão summit with a competitive challenge walker. Rest, reflect, and enjoy sweeping views before savoring a well-earned local lunch.

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São Pedro do Sul: The Goat and Wolf Route

A route through the traditional mountain villages, with some local legends and stories. Passage through mountain paths with ascents and descents on a route of about 12km, moderate difficulty.

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Organic Farm & Animals: Family Nature Immersion

Experience a fun, educational, immersive moment on the farm: feed and cuddle our animals, explore the vegetable garden, orchard & medicinal garden, taste our fresh products in the middle of nature (English, Portuguese, French)