Day 1: Uncovering Porto's Role in the Slave Trade Begin your journey in Porto, a city with a significant but complex history in the Portuguese slave trade. Start the day in the historic Ribeira district by the Douro River, once a bustling hub for commercial activities including the slave trade. Here, walk through the streets and along the riverfront, understanding the district's role during the height of the Portuguese Empire. In the afternoon, visit the Palácio da Bolsa, the former stock exchange building, and discuss how trade, including the slave trade, contributed to Porto's economic growth and development. Conclude the day with a visit to the Porto Cathedral, a historical site that offers insights into the city's religious and cultural transformations during the era of exploration and trade.

Day 2: Reflecting on the Legacy of Empire and Slavery On the second day, delve deeper into the historical context and impact of the slave trade on Porto and Portugal as a whole. Visit a museum or cultural center that hosts exhibitions or interactive installations related to the city's role in the slave trade. Engage in a guided tour or attend a lecture focusing on the historical context and the implications of the slave trade, both in the past and its ongoing influence in contemporary society. Spend the afternoon in a reflective session, perhaps in one of Porto's historic cafes or public spaces, discussing the trip's learnings and the broader implications of the Portuguese Empire and its involvement in the slave trade.

Throughout your stay in Porto, expert guides will provide valuable insights, creating a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the city's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade and its lasting impacts on Portuguese society and culture.