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Galicia, Porto & Douro Valley by rail

Galicia, Porto & Douro Valley by rail, a rail journey with Wexas Travel

Combine Northern Spain and Portugal by rail, experiencing the history and gastronomy of Galicia and Porto, with the viticulture of the Douro Valley.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    UK to Santiago de Compostela

    After a complimentary airport lounge stay, fly to Santiago de Compostela.

  2. Day 2overnight: Parador de Compostela (Superior)

    Santiago de Compostela

    Check in to the Parador de Compostela, a 15th-century pilgrim's hostel. Santiago de Compostela is the final destination of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route; visit the Cathedral, St James' tomb, the Pilgrimage Museum and the Cathedral Museum.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Grand Hotel Nagari, Vigo (Deluxe)

    Santiago de Compostela to Vigo

    A short train ride to Vigo. The Guia hill is a great place for unparalleled views of this port-side city, an important landmark having served sailors for centuries.

  4. Day 4overnight: Grand Hotel Nagari, Vigo (Deluxe)

    Vigo

    Wander the old town above the marina, indulge in fresh seafood, or take a day-trip to Baiona, home to a quaint fishing port and the impressive Castelo de Monterreal.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Porto Royal Bridges Hotel, Porto (Superior)

    Porto

    Take the train to Porto, arriving into the Campanha station. Enjoy an included walking tour taking in Porto's grand Romanesque cathedral, its neoclassical Stock Exchange, and the iron bridge to Gaia, a merchant's district where cellars still host port tastings, followed by an hour-long boat trip on the Douro River.

  6. Day 6overnight: Porto Royal Bridges Hotel, Porto (Superior)

    Porto

    Free time to continue exploring Porto's colourful riverside houses, bell towers, churches and architecture.

  7. Day 7railovernight: The Vintage House Hotel, Douro Valley (Superior)

    Porto to Douro Valley

    Take the train into the Douro Valley wine region on one of the world's most scenic rail routes, arriving at your historic accommodation in Pinhão, in the UNESCO-listed Demarcated Wine Region.

  8. Day 8overnight: The Vintage House Hotel, Douro Valley (Superior)

    Douro Valley

    Explore the surrounding Port wine estate on foot, and enjoy a traditional Rabelo boat cruise.

  9. Day 9

    Douro Valley to UK

    After breakfast at the Vintage House, your transfer will take you to Porto airport for your flight back to the UK.

Included

  • Complimentary UK airport departure lounge access
  • Return flights into Santiago de Compostela, and returning from Porto
  • 8 nights accommodation on a BB basis
  • Half day private-guided walking tour of Porto with 1 hour Rabelo Boat cruise
  • Half day self-guided Port wine cellar visit with tasting and Rabelo Boat cruise in Pinhão
  • Train tickets between all itinerary points (2nd class - upgrades to first class available on certain journeys)
  • Private airport departure transfer to Porto airport

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