Douro Valley

The Douro Valley, situated in northern Portugal is home to Portugal’s second largest city, Porto. This stunning region is comprised of terraces of vineyards, olive groves and lush greenery cascading down the hillside into the river Douro. The river stretches from Northern Spain to the Atlantic Ocean at Porto. Over the last 25 years, eight dams have been constructed to tame the fast flowing rapids, leaving it with a calm lake-like appearance at certain places. The region, famous for its port wine, also produces high standards of red and white wine. Visitors to this unique area can enjoy the rich gastronomy of the region, walking in the beautiful countryside, boat trips along the Douro and a visit to the beautiful Porto. The city is housed within 14th century walls which hide old wine cellars and exudes an old British ambiance dating from the Napoleonic wars. The Douro region is unspoilt and free from crowds of tourists permitting a peaceful and stunning setting to relax and enjoy a holiday.