Oct 4-11, 2025
Autumn in Northern Portugal is the time of harvest for the most famous fruits of the region: grapes in the vineyard and olives in the orchards. It’s the ideal time to feel the region’s easy and soulful way of life, presented with the insider access provided by one of the region’s most illustrious food writers.
Journalist, Researcher, Explorer
Rafa Tonon
Overview
Fall in Northern Portugal is the time of harvest for the most famous fruits of the region: grapes in the vineyard and olives in the orchards. Here, among the coastal taverns and autumnal hued wine estates, the region’s easy and soulful way of life is at its warmest and most embracing.
This trip is a full week from the city into the countryside. Along the way you’ll experience the grandeur of the history, the shining coast, and the verdant terraces of the Douro Valley wine country. All famous places, sure, but presented with the insider access provided by one of the region’s most illustrious food writers.
Local Guide
Journalist, Researcher, Explorer
When Rafa Tonon isn’t on the road as one of the leading food writers working today, he is back home in the town he chose for its vibrant culinary scene and beauty: Porto. This trip is his beautiful vision of life in the north of Portugal. His work has been published widely, from Slate and Eater to The Washington Post and he is the author of books including “The Food Revolutions” (published in Portuguese and Spanish) and “50 Restaurants Over 50 Years Old – 5 Decades of São Paulo Food,” about the traditional restaurants of Latin America’s largest city.
Porto Noble House
In beautiful old Porto a stone’s throw from Ribeira Square, Torel 1884 Suites & Apartments is a charming, smartly designed boutique property spread between two buildings from the 19th century. We love the location, the breakfast, and the elegant in-room design, featuring furnishings and textiles by local artisans.
Douro Wine Estate
This farm-to-table wine estate and boutique hotel was born from a farmstead dating to 1756. Operated as a family-run winery since 1912, the estate is spread over 15 hectares of vineyards right on the banks of the Douro River with its own private river docks. Nine rooms offer vineyard and river views against a backdrop of rolling green Douro countryside.
Aveiro Palace
A 150-year-old palace was restored as a five-star hotel within the picturesque center of lovely, maritime Aveiro. From the gilded neoclassical facade to the monumental staircase and Moorish design details within, Palacete de Valdemouro gives the feeling of living inside a work of art. We also love the reading room, courtyard terrace, and thermal spa. A perfect, elegant home in the “Venice of Portugal.”
Nalini S.It was the savvy hosts, delicious food, curated experiences, and cooking together in a small group setting that made it magical.
Amanda C.The connections R&K has in the community made this trip feel like a once-in-a-lifetime experience that could not be replicated by any other company.
Jean M.We’re so happy that we took a leap of faith and invested in this adventure with Roads & Kingdoms.
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Fixer, Producer, Explorer
Alejo Sabugo
June 7-15, 2025
Feast your way from the riverine capital Tbilisi to the miracles of southern Georgia, where cave monasteries and an ancient wine culture collide. Hosted and inspired by the adventure, curiosity, and connections of Georgia’s most celebrated chefs and winemakers.
Godmother of New Georgian Cuisine
Tekuna Gachechiladze
Chef, Raconteur
Katy Cole
Activist, Bon Vivant
Natia Svanidze
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