Viseu and Lamego. Cities of stories, dreamy cuisine and nature

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A unique tour of Viseu and Lamego, where food and wine are the main characters in the stories of a region that is part of the country’s history.
Discover secret places and streets full of urban art in an experience that will stay in your memory.

Lands of stories, gastronomy and nature.
Located between the north and the center of Portugal, Viseu is one of the most emblematic cities in the country with over 2,500 years of history.

Surrounded by mountains and rivers, it is an ideal destination for those who want to combine nature and beautiful Dão wines in the same dish.

We are talking about what, in 1908, was defined as the 1st demarcated region for non-liqueur wines in the country.

But more than history and tradition, this city is synonymous with innovation and quality of life.

Less than an hour from Viseu, there is Lamego, a very old city with a history that is lost in the times of Castro and Roman occupation.

Additional Info

* Duration: 12 to 14 hours
* Starts: Porto, Portugal
* Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours



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A unique tour of Viseu and Lamego, where food and wine are the main characters in the stories of a region that is part of the country’s history.
Discover secret places and streets full of urban art in an experience that will stay in your memory.

Lands of stories, gastronomy and nature.
Located between the north and the center of Portugal, Viseu is one of the most emblematic cities in the country with over 2,500 years of history.

Surrounded by mountains and rivers, it is an ideal destination for those who want to combine nature and beautiful Dão wines in the same dish.

We are talking about what, in 1908, was defined as the 1st demarcated region for non-liqueur wines in the country.

But more than history and tradition, this city is synonymous with innovation and quality of life.

Less than an hour from Viseu, there is Lamego, a very old city with a history that is lost in the times of Castro and Roman occupation.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Castelo de Castro Laboreiro, M1160, Castro Laboreiro, Melgaco 4960-061 Portugal

Walk through the village of Castro Laboreiro and visit the Castle, Church and its waterfalls.

Walk on the new bridge (Ponte da Cavada Velha), and visit the Assureira mills.

Walk on the Roman Bridge of Dorna.

Stop for lunch in a typical restaurant in the Melgaço region to enjoy the opportunity to taste the best gastronomy of this region. (Not included).

Visit to the Port of Lamas de Mouro.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Santuario de Nossa Senhora da Peneda, Lugar de Peneda – Freguesia de Gavieira, Arcos de Valdevez 4970-150 Portugal

Visit to the Port of Lamas de Mouro.

Visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Peneda.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Castelo de Lindoso, Parque Nacional Da Peneda Geres Lindoso, Ponte da Barca 4980-020 Portugal

Stop at the Druids Lagoon to admire this natural beauty and if you want to bathe in its waters.

Stop at the panoramic viewpoint of the Peneda Valley to listen, look and enjoy the landscape.

Visit to the Museological Nucleus of the Castle of Lindoso its castle, lake, granaries, etc.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Espigueiros de Soajo, Soajo 4970-651 Portugal

Walk through Aldeia do Soajo, and visit the mills and granaries.

Walk in the Fojo of the wolf of Germil.

Visit the village of Germil, and visit the old Azenha, Espigueiros and Eira Comunitária

Walking tour of the dam of Vilarinho da Furna.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Sao Bento da Porta Aberta, Rio Caldo – Terras de Bouro, Terras de Bouro 4845-024 Portugal

Visit to the San Bento Sanctuary of Porta Aberta.

Optional – Stop for dinner before returning to Porto in a typical restaurant in the region of Arco de Valdevez (Not included).

Duration: 1 hour



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