This experience was designed to give participants a genuine taste of the authenticity of Northern Portugal, allowing them to connect with local people, nature and fellow travellers.

Everything is carefully planned for you, so there is no need to worry about schedules, itineraries or travel frustrations. Your only task is to relax, be present and allow yourself to be guided by local hosts and guides — all in a sustainable and responsible way.

Accommodation, activities, transportation, breakfast, insurance and selected meals are included.

Flights are not included.

Absolutely. Our groups are limited to a maximum of 8 guests and often include solo travellers, couples and sometimes small groups of friends from different nationalities.

By the end of the experience, most guests leave not only with memories, but with genuine friendships.

The accommodation is based in Esposende, a small coastal town in Northern Portugal and one of the region's hidden gems.

Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the Cávado River and gentle green hills, it is often described locally as a true privilege of nature.

You don't need to train for it. There's biking, walks in nature and some time in the river, but nothing technical, and no one's left behind.

Rooms are shared, two people to a room. A private room is possible if there's space, for an extra fee — the earlier you book, the better your chances of getting one.

Porto (Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport). It's the closest to Esposende, where the experience begins.

Buses, including Flixbus, run from Porto Airport to Esposende's bus station. We can also arrange a shuttle for an extra charge. From the bus station, we take you straight to the hotel.

Meals lean on Portuguese cooking, which uses a lot of meat, fish and dairy, but most dishes can be adapted. Let us know about allergies or dietary needs when you join the waitlist, so we can plan around them.