Join us in Grief,
Connection,
& Adventure
If you want to connect with people who get it, delve deeper into your own grief, talk about your loved one openly, embrace both joy and sorrow in your life post-loss, and enjoy traveling – then this journey is perfect for you.
Our core goals
exploration
community
expression
Itinerary: Day 1
Welcome to Porto!
Check in at the accomodation after 4pm. Welcome Dinner at 8pm where you will meet the rest of your grief gang.
30 minutes on Metro line E (€2.25) directly from Porto Airport to Bolhão station
+ 6 minutes walk
Getting to the accomodation:
Itinerary: Day 2
Expressing grief through art
A leisurely stroll around Porto downtown takes you to the famous sites such as the picturesque D. Luís I Bridge, historic Ribeira District, churches with blue tiles, the famous Sao Bento train station with the blue tiles, Majestic Cafe (where JK Rowling wrote Harry Potter). We will have lunch at a local market. In an immersive tile Painting workshop, we learn about the culture and history of the Portuguese tile and make our own tiles.
Grief Workshop
- Reflection and Intention Setting session
- Mindfulness and self-awareness skills
- Art therapy in Portugese tile making class
Itinerary: Day 3
What do grief, food and wine have in common?
Eat your way through Porto with tastings of the typical local food. Try the best Pastel de Nata in Porto, local sardines, port and more. A guided tour of Graham's Port Cellar will introduce us to centuries of portmaking expertise and family heritage. Finish off with a guided tastings of several types of their famous port.
Grief Workshop
- Sharing circle: food and memories
- A discussion about grief using winemaking analogies to challenge our perspective
Itinerary: Day 4
A scenic journey into journalling
Embark on an scenic 2 hour train journey to the Douro Valley. Marvel at the Douro River and the cascading vineyard landscapes that shaped this remarkable region. Check in and get cosy at our Douro accomodation, before ending the day with a sunset yoga session.
Grief Workshop
- Guided journaling exercises using prompts and sharing to debrief
- Grief-themed yoga class
Itinerary: Day 5
Nature, Wellness and Movement
We will immerse ourselves in the activities and landscapes offered by the unique nature of this region. Discover new forms of self-care and enrichment that work for us uniquely. Taking a day trip to Pinhao by train, we will enjoy a traditional Rabelo boat trip along the River Douro, riverside walk and vineyard visit.
Grief Workshop
- Sharing Circle: Signs from above?
- Know Your Emotions workshop
- Grief-themed yoga class
Itinerary: Day 6
Nature, Wellness and Movement
Hike in nature near Regua and option for wild swimming in the river. Free time in the afternoon to explore the town. We have our final yoga class, followed by closing ceremony on this final evening of the trip.
Grief Workshop
- Sharing Circle: Meaning in Life after Loss
- Know Your Emotions workshop (part 2)
- Grief-themed yoga class
- Closing ceremomy
Itinerary: Day 7
Reflections and Renewing Intentions
We'll have a Farewell Brunch to celebrate the connections we made with new friends and with ourselves during this trip. Check out by 11am and return to Porto by train.
Grief Workshop
- Guided journaling exercises using prompts and sharing to debrief
Douro Pool Apartments
Located in the heart of Peso da Régua, you will have privileged access to one of the most breathtaking areas in the Douro region. We will have two two-bedroom apartments with access to a shared swimming pool.
The apartments are completely refurbished and has an equipped kitchen that you can use
Each room has it's own bathroom
Porto City Apartments
A centrally located 5-bedroom apartment in Porto, just a 5-minute walk from the renowned Bolhão market known for its vibrant Tripeira spirit and daily fresh produce.
The apartments is spacious and has an equipped kitchen that you can use
Each room has it's own bathroom
Investment
Private Ensuite Room
EUR 1920
Twin Shared Room
EUR 1640
- 7D/6N Twin Shared Room
- All grief workshops
- All activities
- Welcome Dinner
- Farewell Brunch
- Self-catered Breakfast
- Vineyard Picnic
- Food Tasting Tour
Triple Shared Room
EUR 1360
- 7D/6N Triple Shared Room
- All grief workshops
- All activities
- Welcome Dinner
- Farewell Brunch
- Self-catered Breakfast
- Vineyard Picnic
- Food Tasting Tour
Good to know:
Plenty of Free Time
Apart from the Welcome Dinner on the first night, the evenings after 6pm and dinner will be free time to have at your leisure.
Currency
The currency in Portugal is the Euro. For your reference, a main at a nice local restaurant is €15-20, €10 for a budget meal out, groceries per meal €5-8.
Phone Data
it's easy to get a eSim to stay connected to the data on your phone. Use code RACH43XL to get 25% off the Nomad Portugal eSim.
Weather Averages
15-25°C expected daily low and high temperature
2-5 days of rain monthly
Hassle-free Arrangements
Everything has been planned, booked and organised so you don't have to do anything except self-transfer from and to the airport (which is super easy, just buy Metro tickets on the day) .
Any questions?
Just ask me and I'll be happy to help you.
