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    The home of Port

    The Douro River winds its way from the north of Spain, along the Portuguese border and eastward to Porto where it meets the sea.

    Roughly midway on its course across Portugal, a stretch of its waters is flanked by a dramatic valley covered in bright green rows of grape vines. This is the Alto Douro where wine has been produced for some 2000 years, becoming the first wine growing region in the world to be formally demarcated in 1756, and it is all a UNESCO World Heritage protected landscape.

    It is most famous for its port, a sweet brandy fortified wine that must originate in this valley to be considered the genuine article.
    Winery touring and tasting is the main order of the day, with a wonderful array of traditional and boutique growers to discover.

    The region’s sprinkling of historic towns and rustic villages are also wonderful to wander around, while the rugged mountains to east are home to the Côa Valley’s prehistoric rock art and some great hikes. Other popular activities in the area include challenging mountain biking, laid back river cruises and bird watching.

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    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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    Behind the scenes in Portugal

    Through the Positive Impact Collection, we celebrate the truly remarkable properties that make a meaningful difference in the world. Six Senses Douro Valley, a 19th-century manor, provides an unrivalled welcome into the Douro Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Join us as we journey behind the scenes and explore the deep-rooted traditions of wine that have shaped this land for generations.

     

     

     

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    If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.

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