4.6(39 reviews)
Self-Guided Galicia & Alto Minho Tour
8 hours – 8.5 hours
Max 8 people
Commentary: Audio · en, pt, fr, es
Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal
About this activity
This self-drive vacation in Alto Minho and Galicia was designed and created with our best travel partners. You can discover and enjoy our most authentic and personalized local experiences.
Discover the cultural link between these two regions – their history, traditions, and gastronomy. You’ll try first-class seafood and the rich Alvarinho wine, for which these regions are globally famous.
Highlights
- Explore the charming village of Arcos de Valdevez and relax with a luxurious SPA circuit.
- Discover the beauty and traditions of Ponte de Lima and Viana do Castelo with a local guide.
- Enjoy a gastronomic experience in the Alvarinho wine region and visit picturesque Alto Minho villages.
- Visit the fortress of Valença do Minho and embark on a cultural journey through Galicia.
Full description
Enjoy all the grandeur of Alto Minho and Galicia, visiting places such as the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia, the fortress city of Valença, the city of Baiona and its castle, and Monte de Santa Trega.
All this and much more on an expertly designed self-drive itinerary showcasing some of the best that Spain and Portugal have to offer.
Day 1: Arcos de Valdevez | SPA Circuit
- Check-in at your accommodation and take the opportunity to discover the village of Arcos de Valdevez. Enjoy the SPA circuit at your accommodation.
Day 2: Discovering Ponte de Lima and Viana do Castelo
- Discover the charms of Alto Minho when visiting Ponte de Lima and Viana do Castelo. Your guide will show you the secrets and flavors of these two cities full of tradition and beauty.
Day 3: Alvarinho and the villages of Alto Minho
- Discover the “heart” of the Alvarinho wine region in a gastronomic experience and marvel at the picturesque villages of Alto Minho.
Day 4: Valença do Minho and Galicia
- From the Valença do Minho fortress, start a journey of discovery of Galicia and its traditions.
Day 5: Check-out | Optional activities
- Possibility of carrying out optional activities.
- Check-out at your accommodation
Included / Excluded
- 4 night stay at Ribeira Collection Hotel, or similar, on half board basis
- Private walking tour in Ponte de Lima (drinks included)
- Visit to the Vinho Verde Interpretation and Promotion Center (drinks included)
- Proof of regional products
- Private walking tour in Viana do Castelo
- Visit to the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia
- Up and down on the Santa Luzia funicular
- Visit to the Brejoeira Palace
- Gastronomic experience at Quinta de Soalheiro
- Boat trip along the Ria de Vigo with mussels tasting
- Fees and insurance
- Personal expenses
- Visits and entries not mentioned in the program
- Optional activities
Meeting point
Start Location
Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal
Important information
Know before you book
- Diet: If you have dietary restrictions or preferences, let the guide know to make the arrangements.
- Mobility restrictions: If you have any conditions, please inform us so that we can guarantee the best possible experience.
- Customization: We adapt the experience to your preferences. Contact us to adjust the programs to provide you with a tailor-made experience.
Know before you go
- Items to bring: Camera, water, comfortable walking shoes, personal essentials for the day.
- Tour info: Time & meeting point confirmed pre-arrival. Arrive 15 mins early at designated spot.
- Clothing: Check weather. Rain gear, sunscreen, warm layers might be needed based on season.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Reviews
4.6(39 reviews)
David
Aug 20265.0
Anna was the perfect guide and made us comfortable from the introduction. It was raining and we were having difficulty finding the meeting point in Porto but she was able to change at the last minute and find us. She kept the conversation lively and interesting about Portugal, different regions, and the Douro. You will not be disappointed.
Sarah
Aug 20265.0
We had a great day with Nuno. We loved the family winery that was chosen for us to visit and the restaurant for lunch and Nuno was great guide for the area and gave us really great insight into Portugal in general.
T2470SOjanas
Jul 20265.0
Tiago was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable about so many things. He knows so much about the area, the wine, olive oil, food in general!!
Frequently asked questions
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Additional information
Not wheelchair accessible.
The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors.
Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance.
Infant seats are available on request. Please advise in advance.
The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors.
Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance.
Infant seats are available on request. Please advise in advance.