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Sagres Vacations Don t just travel, Experience it! +1 877-412-4394 info@sagresvacations.com https://www.

com/ Hiking & Wine in Portugal - DM 2019 $3449 per person This itinerary includes: Round trip airfare from Boston,

Deluxe Room - Porto; 3 nights accommodations at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado in a Standard Room - Peso da

1 Sagres Vacations Don t just travel, Experience it! info@sagresvacations.com Hiking & Wine in Portugal - DM 2019 $3449 per person This itinerary includes: Round trip airfare from Boston, MA; Accommodations: 4 nights accommodations at 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building in a Deluxe Room - Porto; 3 nights accommodations at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado in a Standard Room - Peso da Régua, Douro Valley; 2 nights accommodations at 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel in a Double River View Room - Ílhavo; : 13 meals, including daily breakfast and 4 lunches; Private Tours: Ermelo Walking Path FD Private Hiking Tour;

2 Page 2 of 14 Gerês National Park FD Private Hiking Tour; Into the Douro Vineyards FD Private Hiking Tour; Aveiro & Paiva Walkways FD Private Tour; Private Transfer from/to Airports and Hotels; Services of a English speaking professional guide/driver;

3 Page 3 of 14 Trip Summary Overnight Flight 7:40 PM Depart from Logan International Airport (BOS) - Logan International Health Center Bem-vindos a Portugal! 6:00 AM Arrive at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) - Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) 7:00 AM Depart from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) - Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) 8:00 AM Arrive at Porto Airport (OPO) - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) Private Transfer from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building Check-in at 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building - Pestana Porto - A Brasileira Fisgas do Ermelo Full-Day Ermelo Walking Path Private Hiking Tour Leisure Day in Porto Leisure Day in Porto Gerês National Park Full-Day Gerês National Park Private Hiking Tour From Porto to Douro Valley Check-out at 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building - Pestana Porto - A Brasileira Private Transfer from 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building to Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado in Douro Valley Check-in at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado Douro Valley Full-Day Into the Douro Vineyards Private Hiking Tour

4 Page 4 of 14 Leisure Day in Douro Valley Leisure Day in Douro Valley From Douro Valley to Aveiro Check-out at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado - Quinta do Vallado Wine Hotel Private Transfer from Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado to 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Check-in at 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel - Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Aveiro & Paiva Walkways Full-Day Aveiro & Paiva Walkways Private Tour Bid "Adeus" to Portugal! Check-out at 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel - Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Private Transfer from 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel to Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) 8:30 AM Depart from Porto Airport (OPO) - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) 9:30 AM Arrive at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) - Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) 10:55 AM Depart from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) - Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) 1:20 PM Arrive at Logan International Airport (BOS) - Logan International Health Center

5 Page 5 of 14 Overnight Flight 7:40 PM - Eastern Time Depart from Logan International Airport (BOS) TP 218 TERMINAL C Logan International Health Center 1 Harborside Dr, Boston, MA, US, (857) Bem-vindos a Portugal! 6:00 AM - W. Europe Time Arrive at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) TP 218 TERMINAL 1 Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, Lisboa, LISBOA, PT, :00 AM - W. Europe Time Depart from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) TP 1926 TERMINAL 1 Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, Lisboa, LISBOA, PT, :00 AM - W. Europe Time Arrive at Porto Airport (OPO)

6 Page 6 of 14 TP 1926 Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) Pedras Rubras, Maia, PORTO, PT, Private Transfer from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building Check-in at 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building is a brand new 5-star property in downtown Porto, just a 4-minute walk from Aliados Avenue. The historic São Bento Train Station is a mere 240 m away. Pestana Porto - A Brasileira 91 Rua de Sá da Bandeira, Porto, Porto, PT, Fisgas do Ermelo Full-Day Ermelo Walking Path Private Hiking Tour Less touristy, off the beaten track, located in the heart of the Alvão Natural Park, this is a trail for true nature lovers! It s an excellent option for those who want to enjoy the silence and the untouched beauty of the Alvão Mountain. The hike begins in the center of Ermelo village, where we will pass through the beautiful shale houses, following the main road towards Fervença stream. Afterwards, a long climb up to Varzigueto rural village starts, following idyllic landscapes and stunning viewpoints. The path is quite bumpy and the walk is demanding. One of the highlights will be the belvedere over the high waterfalls and the natural swimming pool that these form. Once at the top of the mountain, after done the most difficult part, you` ll rest by the small ponds of crystal clear waters of the river Olo, get your feet in the water or get a refreshing plunge and eat a snack. In the descending part, you`ll have opportunity to enjoy another lookout over the falls from another viewpoint and observe the beauty of the natural pools of Piócas de Baixo. Maronês cattle or wild goats grazing can often be found. This will be another great moment on the

Page 7 of 14 trail. And, at last but not least, another highlight of our day: it`s time to get back the energies you spent!

Physicality: 7/10 Distance: 12,4 Km Elevation Gain: 652 Meters / 2140 ft Lunch; Leisure Day in Porto Leisure Day in Porto Enjoy the beautiful architecture and history of Porto at your own

in the city. It is known throughout Portugal, and is also listed among Europe's top historical coffeehouses (as well as one of the world's top 10 most beautiful cafés).

7 Page 7 of 14 trail. And, at last but not least, another highlight of our day: it`s time to get back the energies you spent! You`ll be driven to a rustic restaurant where a proper food experience is waiting for you. You will get delighted with some of the best petiscos of the traditional Portuguese cuisine. Physicality: 7/10 Distance: 12,4 Km Elevation Gain: 652 Meters / 2140 ft Lunch; Leisure Day in Porto Leisure Day in Porto Enjoy the beautiful architecture and history of Porto at your own pace. Discover Porto s neighborhoods with an optional yellow bus tour of the city, or visit one of Porto s most famous coffee houses, Café Majestic This Oporto landmark is an essential stop in the city. It is known throughout Portugal, and is also listed among Europe's top historical coffeehouses (as well as one of the world's top 10 most beautiful cafés). It was born with the name "Elite," which was soon changed to "Majestic." Its beautiful decoration justifies the second name: mirrors, cherubs, chandeliers, marble, and wood. It was once the meeting place for artists and politicians, and is still today often visited by illustrious figures.

Page 8 of 14 Gerês National Park Full-Day Gerês National Park Private Hiking Tour The Peneda-Gerês National Park is the only national park in Portugal and a UNESCO Heritage for Biodiversity.

This is a cultural and scenic path, with particular emphasis on the community traditions of mountain grazing.

8 Page 8 of 14 Gerês National Park Full-Day Gerês National Park Private Hiking Tour The Peneda-Gerês National Park is the only national park in Portugal and a UNESCO Heritage for Biodiversity. This trail Moderate Plus/Challenging will take you through the heart of the natural park and some of its best landscapes. This is a cultural and scenic path, with particular emphasis on the community traditions of mountain grazing. Sometimes you can see the Garranos, small wild horses that run freely in this hills, or barrosã bovine catle led till the mountains where to corrals are. You will pass through several corrals and their huts or cottages, where the shepherds stay overnight to continue the task of leading the cattle on the following day. Before descending to the starting point, you will enjoy one of the most beautiful viewpoints of Gerês the belvedere of Pedra Bela. Next, it`s time to get back the energies you spent! You`ll be driven to a rustic restaurant where a proper food experience is waiting for you. You will get delighted with some of the best petiscos of the traditional Portuguese cuisine. Distance: 10 Km Elevation Gain: 559 Meters / 1834 ft Lunch; From Porto to Douro Valley

Page 9 of 14 Check-out at 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building Pestana Porto - A Brasileira 91 Rua de Sá da Bandeira, Porto, Porto, PT, 4000-427 Private Transfer from 5*

offers 13 rooms, 5 in the Manor House and 8 in the New Wing. All rooms and suites are equipped with A/C, TV and Wi-Fi access.

Douro Valley Full-Day Into the Douro Vineyards Private Hiking Tour This is a particularly beautiful hike in all its extension. The views are always breathtaking.

9 Page 9 of 14 Check-out at 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building Pestana Porto - A Brasileira 91 Rua de Sá da Bandeira, Porto, Porto, PT, Private Transfer from 5* Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, City Center & Heritage Building to Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado in Douro Valley Check-in at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado As a whole, Quinta do Vallado offers 13 rooms, 5 in the Manor House and 8 in the New Wing. All rooms and suites are equipped with A/C, TV and Wi-Fi access.the estate has a stunning swimming pool and offers multiple activities such as walks, bicycle rides, boat trips, fishing sessions, picnics, cooking classes and wine tastings. Douro Valley Full-Day Into the Douro Vineyards Private Hiking Tour This is a particularly beautiful hike in all its extension. The views are always breathtaking. The trail is totally done in the Douro Demarcated Zone DOC and surrounded by vineyard landscape that is a World Heritage Site. This hiking is classified with Easy / Medium difficulty level, because the path is open and easy to progress, however, you must keep in mind its extension 17.2 km and the elevation gain that requires some physical preparation, since the trail begins in Ervedosa do Douro Parish, descends to the banks of the Douro river and returns to the point of departure.

Page 10 of 14 Along the way, you will appreciate the wonderful landscapes of the valley and the Douro river, its slopes and vineyards, and pass through innumerable Wine Estates such as Quinta da

After reaching the banks of the Douro river, we began the climb up, returning to the dazzle of the landscapes, returning to the beautiful Parish of Ervedosa do Douro.

You will get delighted with some of the best petiscos of the traditional Portuguese cuisine.

10 Page 10 of 14 Along the way, you will appreciate the wonderful landscapes of the valley and the Douro river, its slopes and vineyards, and pass through innumerable Wine Estates such as Quinta da Gricha, Quinta da Vila Velha, Quinta de Roriz, Quinta de S. José, Quinta de Teixeira or Quinta of Monte Bravo. After reaching the banks of the Douro river, we began the climb up, returning to the dazzle of the landscapes, returning to the beautiful Parish of Ervedosa do Douro. And, at last but not least, another highlight of our day: it`s time to get back the energies you spent! You`ll be driven to a rustic restaurant where a proper food experience is waiting for us. You will get delighted with some of the best petiscos of the traditional Portuguese cuisine. Physicality: 6/10 Distance: 17,2 Km Elevation Gain: 511 Meters / 1677 ft Lunch; Leisure Day in Douro Valley Leisure Day in Douro Valley There are several ways to explore the Douro Valley, you can choose Boat, Bus or Train, the beauty remains incredible: The Douro Valley could as easily be called the enchanted valley, such is the beauty and magic that its landscapes offer, the purity of the Douro Valley is taken by all who visit whatever form who choose to do so.

Page 11 of 14 From Douro Valley to Aveiro Check-out at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado Quinta do Vallado Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado, Peso da Régua, Vila Real, PT,

Hotel Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and spa centre, Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel is situated in Ílhavo in the Centro Region Region, 6 km from Aveiro.

11 Page 11 of 14 From Douro Valley to Aveiro Check-out at Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado Quinta do Vallado Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado, Peso da Régua, Vila Real, PT, Private Transfer from Luxury Wine Hotel Quinta do Vallado to 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Check-in at 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and spa centre, Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel is situated in Ílhavo in the Centro Region Region, 6 km from Aveiro. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Rua dos Alámos, Ílhavo, Aveiro, PT, Aveiro & Paiva Walkways Full-Day Aveiro & Paiva Walkways Private Tour

Page 12 of 14 Let s meet the romantic beauty of Aveiro city the so called Portuguese Venice, and walk along a stunning walking way: the Paiva Walkways!

It is located by the sea and the river, with its canals and the traditional boats called moliceiros, fulfill the city with a unique and colorful beauty.

The Paiva Walkways is an 8 km boardwalk through ruggedly beautiful scenery in Arouca Geopark.

12 Page 12 of 14 Let s meet the romantic beauty of Aveiro city the so called Portuguese Venice, and walk along a stunning walking way: the Paiva Walkways! Someone nicknamed Aveiro as the Portuguese Venice! We prefer to call it the city of Art Nouveau. Aveiro is a city of singular beauty. It is located by the sea and the river, with its canals and the traditional boats called moliceiros, fulfill the city with a unique and colorful beauty. The culture and essence of the sea is in every corner. Aveiro has always been linked to the sea trade, fishing and salt production. Aveiro is charm! The Paiva Walkways is an 8 km boardwalk through ruggedly beautiful scenery in Arouca Geopark. Zigzagging down rocky hillsides, hugging cliff faces and winding along the left bank of the Paiva river, the Passadiços do Paiva were the winner of the World Travel Awards 2016 for the Most Innovative Project in Europe and Europe s Leading Tourism Development Project It will be a path through biology, geology and archeology. Arouca Geopark is recognized by UNESCO as a Geological Heritage of Humanity. Physicality: 6/10 Lunch; Bid "Adeus" to Portugal! Check-out at 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel Rua dos Alámos, Ílhavo, Aveiro, PT, Private Transfer from 5* Montebelo Vista Alegre Ílhavo Hotel to Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)

13 Page 13 of 14 8:30 AM - W. Europe Time Depart from Porto Airport (OPO) TP 1941 Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) Pedras Rubras, Maia, PORTO, PT, :30 AM - W. Europe Time Arrive at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) TP 1941 TERMINAL 1 Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, Lisboa, LISBOA, PT, :55 AM - W. Europe Time Depart from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) TP 217 TERMINAL 1 Aeroporto De Lisboa (LIS) Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, Lisboa, LISBOA, PT, :20 PM - Eastern Time Arrive at Logan International Airport (BOS) TP 217 TERMINAL E Logan International Health Center 1 Harborside Dr, Boston, MA, US, (857)

14 Page 14 of 14 Information & Documents Air and Land Pricing is based on current availability and is subject to change until confirmed. *Unless otherwise stated, all prices are per person, based on double occupancy, for specific room categories and subject to availability at time of booking on selected departure dates. Airfare, transfers, port charges and government fees are additional unless otherwise specified. Prices are valid at time of posting to the internet. Offers are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Some restrictions and blackout periods may apply. Sagres Vacations is not responsible for errors of omission or information that may occur as a result of the transfer of information from selected third parties, technical or human error. Sagres Vacations reserves the rights to modify the itinerary, all efforts will be done to retain all tours and excursions as defined above. *In the event Primary Hotels cannot be confirmed, other properties of same or greater value will be used. Payments A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure your reservation for the land portion and the all amount for the airfare is required at the booking time. The balance is due 90 days before departures. Payment may be made by charging to clients' Mastercard, Visa, American Express or Discover (card imprint and signature required) or by sending a check or money order. All land rates are guaranteed upon deposit

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Sagres Vacations Don't just travel Experience it! +1-877-412-4394 INFO@SAGRESVACATIONS.COM http://www.sagresvacations.com Family Vacations in Portugal $2,459 per person This itinerary includes: Round-trip