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Portugal Real Food Adventure, featuring Galicia

8 Days | Savour some spiced seafood, slow-cooked sausages and sweet wines

NZD $4,125

 

Tour Description

Uncover the flavours of Galicia and Portugal on this eight-day adventure full of culinary delights, local wines and European hotspots. Take a tour of the central markets of Santiago de Compostela and enjoy a francesinha dinner in Porto. Discover how centuries of invasion and trade have given Portuguese cuisine a mixture of Mediterranean, African and Middle Eastern influences. Sip port and local wines among the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley and roll up your sleeves for a cooking class at an Alentejo farm stay. Explore coastal Lisbon, rubbing shoulders with locals at a canned fish hotspot and tuck into a glass (or two) of ginjinha (wild cherry liqueur) and the famed Portuguese tarts.

 
 

HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS

Lisbon: Begin your adventure in Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital. Wander through the bustling markets, sample traditional Portuguese pastries like Pastéis de Nata, and explore iconic landmarks such as the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery.

Porto: Discover Porto’s gastronomic delights, including its famous port wine. Explore the lively Ribeira district, visit the historic Livraria Lello bookstore, and enjoy a guided tour of a local port wine cellar with tastings.

Galicia: Cross into Spain’s Galicia region and delve into its culinary treasures. Experience the famed Galician seafood, including octopus and shellfish, and visit local markets and traditional eateries.

 
 

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