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The Minho

The Costa Verde 2008

The Minho is often described as Costa Verde or the Green Coast, a reference to the vineyards and the lush green of its well watered landscape. It is beautiful countryside where small scale farming still survives using traditional techniques and ox-drawn carts, the main crop being the grapes, which produce 'vinho verde', the area's distinctive 'green wines'.

This walking holiday is two-centred based allowing you to see a very different Portugal. The first three nights are spent in Viana do Castelo famed for its historical centre and coastal setting followed by four nights in Ponte de Lima, Portugals oldest town.

PRICE

September to June - £425.00 - July and August - £495.00

INCLUDED

7 nights accommodation in a twin/double room with en-suite facilities and breakfasts, (the first three nights are spent at a very comfortable Albergaria in Viana do Castelo and the final four at an Old Portugese manor house in Ponte de Lima.), 6 packed lunches, transport to and from Oporto airport, movement of luggage during the week and your transfer to and from the Serra de Arga, comprehensive walking notes and emergency back up service

NOT INCLUDED

Meals not mentioned above, flights and travel insurance

Departure dates 2008:

This self-guided walking holiday is available all year except Christmas and New Year and commence on any day to suit personal travel arrangements.


To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1 - Transfer from Porto to Viana do Castelo, overnight in Viana.

Day 2 - A walk along the coastal parth with a chance to see Montedor rock art in the cliffs, dated at 3,000 BC. 12 kms/8 miles. Overnight Viana.

Day 3 - A circular walk from Viana do Catelo to the famous Basilica de Santa Lucia and then on to the remains of the 4th centruy Citania de Santa Lucia.
15 kms/9.4 miles. Overnight Viana.

Day 4 - Transfer from Viana to Ponte de Lima and to the start of your walk in the Serra de Arga. Here explore a very different landscape. This circular walk takes you past ancient water mills and through abandoned hamlets on the mountain slopes. 12 kms/8 miles. Overnight Ponte de Lima.

Day 5 - A day to explore the historic town of Ponte de Lima and the southern banks of the river using the new 'eco via'. Overnight Ponte de Lima.

Day 6 - A circular walk north from Ponte de Lima along the banks of the Lima River before passing the historic village of Bertiandos. Then continue through protected wetlands, home to a great variety of birds.
16 kms/10 miles. Overnight Ponte de Lima.

Day 7 - A walk starting from the mountain village of Montaria high above the Lima valley. The walk has spectacular views all around and you will pass herds of wild horses. 12 kms/8 miles. Overnight Ponte de Lima.

Day 8 - After breakfast transfer to Porto.

DIFFICULTY OF WALK

Moderately easy walking.

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HIGHLIGHTS

• Attractions in the traditional sense
• River valleys, mountain slopes and cliff tops
• Unspoilt, unchanged and very different

 

WEATHER

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

The first three nights are spent at a very comfortable Albergaria in Viana do Castelo and the final four at an Old Portugese manor house in Ponte de Lima.  All rooms with private facilites.

GETTING THERE

You will be collected from Porto airport or train station.

WHAT TO TAKE:

Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), rucksack/day pack, swimming costume, water bottle, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, compass, torch and a first-aid kit.

GALLERY

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WHEN TO GO

This walk can be enjoyed on the date of your choice except for the holiday period of Christmas and New Year.

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks  at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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