Description
PROGRAM
DAY 1 – WELCOME BRIEFING
Arrive in Castro Laboreiro, where a Montesa – Mountain & Walking Tours team member will greet you warmly. During the welcome briefing, you’ll learn about the next two days, receive regional guide materials, and have any questions answered. Before dinner, enjoy a short Peneda-Gerês hiking tour to explore this gem of Northern Portugal, feel the vibe of historic mountain villages, and walk ancestral trails.
DAY 2 – HIKE ON THE PENEDA SIDE
• 09:00 – Private transfer to Ameijoeira (15-min drive).
• 09:15 – Self-guided hike, 9 km (elevation -557 | +559 m) through stunning granite landscapes.
• 13:00 – Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Castro Laboreiro, sampling local cuisine.
• 14:30 – Visit the ethnographic museum to discover Minho shepherd traditions.
• 15:30 – Farm visit and Vinho Verde tasting amid idyllic vineyard scenery.
• 17:30 – Private transport back to Castro Laboreiro.
DAY 3 – HIKE ON THE GERÊS SIDE
• 09:00 – Transfer to Gerês (40-min drive).
• 10:00 – Self-guided walk in Mata da Albergaria, a total protection forest: 9 km (elevation -300 | +310 m), surrounded by ancient trees and endemic flora.
• 13:00 – Traditional picnic overlooking majestic mountains and crystal-clear streams.
• 14:30 – Museum visit and guided tour through Peneda-Gerês National Park, with insights into wildlife, flora, and key viewpoints.
• 16:30 – End of program.
GENERAL INFORMATION
What’s Included:
- 2 self-guided walks
- Private transport and Tours.
- 1 Picnic
- 1 lunch in a typical restaurant.
- 24 hour support.
- Certified local guide.
- Personal accident insurance.
What’s not Included:
- Everything not mentioned is not included.
What to Bring:
- Trekking Boots or Shoes (Mandatory)
- Comfortable Clothing Suitable for the Weather
- Water Bottle/Canteen
- Backpack of Appropriate Size to Carry Essential Items During the Trek
- Bag or Equivalent to Transport Produced Waste
Prices:
- From 300 € per person
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