Family Adventure in Northern Portugal
Regions
Northern Portugal
Starting Point
Porto
Best time to travel
Autum, Spring
Best for
Family Adventure
Activity Level **
3/5
Family Adventure in Northern Portugal
Adventure Holidays
Our family adventure holiday to Northern Portugal takes you to the banks of the beautiful UNESCO listed Douro Valley and to the amazing Peneda-Gerês National Park. Explore the peaceful landscape along the Douro river on a family cycling tour and dive into the regions long wine history. Discover the historic significance of Guimarães and Braga before continuing to Peneda-Gerês, Portugal's only National Park, for some extra outdoor adventures including canyoning and tree climbing!
✓ 7 nts in family-friendly accommodation in the Douro Valley and Peneda-Gerês National Park
✓ private car hire for the full trip
✓ discover the Douro Valley by bike and taste some of the world famous wines
✓ visit the historic cities of Braga and Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal
✓family outdoor adventure fun in Peneda-Gerês with canyoning and tree climbing
At a Glance
Tour Overview
Day 1 - arrival and overnight in the Douro Valley
Day 2 - guided family cycling tour in the Douro Valley
Day 3 - a visit to a Douro winery with tasting - free time in the Douro Valley
Day 4 - explore the historic cities of Braga and Guimarães
Day 5 - family canyoning adventure in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Day 6 - free day to explore Peneda-Gerês National Park
Day 7 - tree climbing adventure
Day 8 - departure
Tour Higlights
Adventures in the Douro Valley
The Douro Valley is world famed for its wine production and picturesque scenery along the river Douro, which has awarded the region UNESCO world heritage status. Discover the beautiful scenery on a guided family cycling tour and sample some of the regions high quality wine at a wine tasting in one of the many quintas.
Take some time to relax and enjoy the tranquil landscape made of charming villages, towns and vineyards.
Visit Braga and Guimarães
As you head North, visit the beautiful medieval cities of Braga and Guimarães, home to the impressive Guimarães Castle and the Dukes of Bragança Palace. Guimarães is also considered to be the birthplace of Portugal as Portugal's first King, Afonso Henriques, was born here in 1009. Take a stroll through the historic streets and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the town before continuing to the Peneda-Gerês National Park area.
Explore Peneda-Gerês National Park
Peneda-Gerês is the only area in Portugal classified as National Park. It is a wonderful place for nature lovers and you will find unique wildlife here as well as beautiful landscapes, great hiking and walking options, ancient villages and mouth-watering local gastronomy. Discover beautiful hidden spots taking you along gorgeous mountain landscapes, crystal clear lakes and stunning waterfalls. You can enjoy unspoiled nature and heritage to the fullest on short hikes, dips in mountain lakes and visits to historic villages.
Outdoor Adventures in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Enjoy Portugal's beautiful nature from a unique perspective by following along the water and discover wild hidden spots while swimming, jumping, climbing, abseiling and walking along one of Peneda-Gerês National Park's wild currents beds. A great activity to enjoy with the whole family and to get your adrenaline pumping.
Visit the adventure park in Peneda-Gerês National Park for a tree climbing adventure among floating bridges, platforms, cables and networks. The accomplishment of the course will finish with a spectacular slide over the Gerês river.
