Set out from Porto on a full-day hiking trip through the stunning Peneda-Gerês National Park. This circular hike leads you along beautiful trails on a 12-kilometer walk. Admire incredible panoramas from Pedra Vela viewpoint and visit the Arado waterfall.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 day
- Starting time 9:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Italian
- Pickup included
- Your Porto accommodation.
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the beauty of Peneda-Gerês National Park
- Drive past the bridges of Rio Caldo Bridges and the Caniçada Dam
- Admire the views from Pedra Bela viewpoint
- Swim in the Arado Waterfall, one of the most famous falls in the park
Full description
Explore the highlights of the Peneda-Gerês National Park on a private tour from Porto. After pickup at your hotel, drive towards the national park in a comfortable vehicle. Along the way, your guide will point out sights such as the Caniçada Dam, the bridges of Rio Caldo, and an ancient Roman road.
The 12-kilometer hike starts at the Pedra Vela viewpoint, where you’ll enjoy views over the untouched beauty of the surrounding mountains. Walk through the astonishing landscape, led by an expert guide. Look out for local wildlife that inhabits the park, part of the UNESCO’s Biosphere Reserve.
Hike through Teixeira Valley and the Albergaria Oak Forest, admiring the incredible nature around you. Stop at the Arado Waterfall, and jump in for a refreshing swim during the summer months. At the end of this fun and active day trip, you’ll be dropped off back to your hotel in Porto.
Includes
- Full-day tour
- Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Insurance
- Lunch (picnic available as an add-on)
- Drinks
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Hiking shoes
- Water
- Comfortable clothes
Know before you go
- This hike can be adapted to accommodate most fitness levels
- Bookings must be made at least 2 days in advance
- You will be asked to provide the full names and dates of birth of everyone in your booking for insurance purposes
