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Gold Canyon Adventurers - Portugal & Spain - Fall 2027
Oct 5 - 20, 2027
Flavors of Portugal & Spain featuring the Douro and Rioja Wine Regions
Taste the essence of Portugal and Spain as you wander through historic cities with rich culture and vintage wines. Explore Lisbon, where narrow Moorish streets meet expansive squares and a castle that overlooks a vibrant, cultural scene below. Walk the scenic Ribeira waterfront in Porto, a Portuguese harbor city and home to Port wine. Enjoy a relaxing 2-night stay on the grounds of a winery in the Douro River Valley. Visit the lively city of Salamanca, before touring Bilbao and San Sebastián and get up close with the local culture of the Basque Country, one of the most renowned Spanish regions for food and wine. Savor this journey along rolling hills, distinct cultures, curving coasts, and twisting vines. Sparkling coastlines… historic cityscapes… mouthwatering cuisine… aromatic wine… Northern Portugal and Spain await you with open arms for the journey of a lifetime.
Your Tour Includes
- 6 Handpicked Accommodations
- 23 Meals
Must-See Inclusions:
- Stroll along the scenic Ribeira waterfront of Porto, famous for its port wine.
- Visit the world-renowned Guggenheim Museum, hailed as a true icon of architectural culture.
Cultural Experiences:
- Call a picturesque quinta estate in the Douro River Valley your home for 2 nights.
- Immerse yourself in the lively, vibrant city of Salamanca.
- Visit a bullfighter’s family home in Pamplona and learn about this iconic Iberian tradition.
Culinary Inclusions:
- Explore wine cellars in the Douro and Rioja regions and enjoy wine tastings.
- Enjoy a petiscos cooking class in the Douro River Valley.
Highlights
- Lisbon
- Tomar
- Porto
- Port Wine Tastings
- Douro River Valley
- Douro River Intro Cruise
- Salamanca
- La Rioja
- Pamplona
- Bullfighter's Home Experience
- Bilbao
- Guggenheim Museum
- San Sebastián
- Choice on Tour: Zumaia and Getaria Villages or Coastal Saint James Way Hike
Activity Level
Active - Meaning you’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.
Itinerary
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