Description
PROGRAM
- 09:00 AM:Meeting point with your guide in Arcos de Valdevez, 60 minutes from Porto, private transport to Yellow Mountain, approximately 30 minutes journey.
- 09:30 AM:Start the guiding walking tour.
- 01:00 PM: Reach the Louriça Peak 1366mts, and Picnic overlooking the mountains
- 01:30 PM: Return path.
- 04:30 PM: Transfer to Arcos de Valdevez and end of program.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type of Activity: Guided circular hike.
Route Description: The adventure begins in Arcos de Valdevez, with a transfer to the base of the Yellow Mountain. From there, the challenging ascent begins, offering spectacular views and the chance to explore the park’s rich flora and fauna, culminating in a picnic with panoramic views at the summit.
Points of Interest:
- Panoramic Views: Enjoy unparalleled views from the top of Louriça Peak, spanning the entire Gerês region. Behold the ancients wolf traps and shepherd’s huts.
- Physical Challenge: Conquer steep and technical paths that will test your endurance and hiking skills.
- Flora and Fauna: Witness the diversity of plants and animals in the park, including wild horses and mountain cows.
Additional Information:
- Duration: 8 hours, including 6 hours of walking.
- Availability: Offered year-round, adaptable to weather conditions.
- Total Walking Distance: 16 km.
- Elevation (gain/loss): +876|-870 m.
- Number of Participants: Suitable for 2 to 8 people.
- Difficulty: Rated as difficult and challenging, suitable for active and fit participants.
What’s Included:
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Picnic lunch with drinks.
- Personal accident insurence.
- Transfer from Arcos de Valdeve to the starting point, and from the ending point to Arcos de Valdevez.
What’s not Included:
- Other personal expenses.
Notes:
- The route is demanding and rugged, requiring appropriate footwear.
- There is hardly any shade so get an early start in summer months and make sure to protect yourself against the sun by wearing a hat and sun cream.
Pricing:
- For 1 person: 160 €
- For 2 people: 100 € per person.
- For 3-4 people: 90 € per person.
- For 5-6 people: 80 € per person.
- For 7-8 people: 70 € per person.
Extra Services: Pick up and drop off from you acommodation to the starting point, and from the ending point to your acommodation.
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