Family Active Portugal

A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options

7 Breakfasts

2 Lunches

vegetarian, meat

A bus will be the main mode of transport on this tour. You will also be in a Jeep or 4WD for some of the activities.

Booking a land only package with Explore

Customers who have chosen to book on the ‘Land Only’ arrangements of our tour, please ensure that you have checked your tour specific ‘Joining Instructions’ prior to booking your own travel arrangements. Your joining instructions can be found below in the dates and prices information.

You may also be eligible for the Free Explore Transfer.

Joining Tour Abroad

Customers booked on the ‘Land Only’ arrangements will receive a Free Transfer, provided you arrive and depart on the tour only itinerary start and end dates. The complimentary transfers will be arranged from the Explore designated airport or train station to your trips joining point, and then back from the ending point to the designated airport or train station. Generally the airport or station that Explore have selected will be the one that is closest to the town or city where the trip starts, or the one nearest to the joining point. It will be either an airport or train station but not both.

The exception to this rule is customers who are booked on a tour where the joining and ending point is at the designated airport or train station.

Free transfers are not available for Self-Guided, Polar, Tailormade or Tours for Churches customers.

If you are not eligible for the Free Transfer then you will need to make your own way through to the joining and ending point. On a majority of our tours Explore will be able to provide a private transfer at an additional cost. Please ask for a quote at the time of booking.

2 nights at the 4-star Grande Hotel do Porto

3 nights at the 4-star Ribeira Collection Hotel by Piamonte Hotels

1 night at the 4-star Hotel Meira

Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. Final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Porto:

The Grande Hotel do Porto is located downtown, right in the heart of the city centre within easy walking distance of Porto's outstanding monuments, churches, museums and theatres.

Charming and evocative of a long-gone age, with a unique interior decoration in Renaissance and Art Deco styles. The hotel was originally built in 1880 in a five store "Grand Hotel" format, which is still visible in its late Victorian facade and the elaborate exterior details.

The hotel offers 97 rooms equipped with individual air-conditioning, flat tv, amenities and internet wireless. The hotel has a cosy bar and the Renascença restaurant is located in a ballroom, with a strong presence of the "Grand Hotel" heritage from late 19th century.

Arcos de Valdevez:

The Ribeira Collection Hotel offers 37 rooms equipped with a private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, safe, minibar, wardrobe and free WiFi.

Located in the heart of Arcos, the hotel is situated on the river front with great views of the Vez River and the old bridge. The property features water sports facilities, a terrace, a bar, an indoor pull, a spa and wellness center where guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub, sauna and steam bath.

Just 15 km away is the Peneda-Geres National Park, classified by UNESCO as World Biosphere Reserve.

Vila Praia de Ancora:

Built in 1935, Hotel Meira is a family business, remaining in the Meira family to this day, currently in the 4th generation. It is located in the town centre of Vila Praia de Ancora, one of the most popular beaches in Northern Portugal. Its typical fishing port, next to the elegant fortress, provides the village's various restaurants with fresh fish and seafood, making Vila Praia de Ancora a gastronomic destination in its own right.

The hotel has 52 fully refurbished rooms with air conditioning, direct telephone line, individual safe, LCD TV, minibar, free wi-fi internet access, safe, complete bathroom with hairdryer. Hotel services include an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a restaurant.

Experienced English-speaking driver and guide throughout tour.

Tipping:

Explore leader

Tipping isn't compulsory, and we work hard to ensure that our leaders all receive a fair wage. You may however, want to recognise a leader that has done a great job or really added to your trip by giving them a tip. We're often asked about the recommended amount. It is a tricky one, and down to personal preference, but we would recommend £15 to £20 per family member as a guideline.

Local crew

Although voluntary, tipping is a recognised part of life in this region of the world. Some local staff will look to members of the group for personal recognition of particular services provided. Accordingly, you should allow approximately £20 of local currency per family member. In order to make things easier for you, the Explore Leader may organise a group's tips kitty and if this is the case, they will account for it throughout the trip.

Surf's up - Take part in a surfing lesson at one of Portugal's premier surfing spots, staying in a charming family run boutique hotel

Nature - Get away from the crowds as we explore the rugged scenery of the north, spend a day exploring the beautiful valley of Sistelo and cool off taking a refreshing dip in the river

Taste of adventure - Try river rafting, a thrilling 1.5km zip wire line, tree top challenge walk, via ferrata and hiking

Food and wine - Northern Portugal is famed for its cuisine and fine wines and port