Europe’s most famous wine valley deserves all the hype and then some. With the dramatic scenery of a meandering river, terraced vineyards and rolling hills, Portugal’s Douro Valley is the ideal destination for your summer vacation.
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Wine
Participate in lively conversations about wine, learn more about it and then dive deep into that luscious glass you’ll have.
Wellness
An ideal vacation includes adventures, beautiful sights, and then some relaxation and rejuvenation.
In Douro, wellness is just as much a part of life as wine. So, combine the two and book a stay at the Six Senses Wellness Resort, a renovated 19th-century mansion overlooking the vineyard-covered rolling hills of the Douro Valley and the river below.
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Wonders
Two must-do things in Douro: a boat trip and a train ride!
Short boat trip on the Douro and its many bends is perfect to enjoy the surrounding landscapes.
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The dreamy buzz of the place will linger long after you leave and you’ll soon be making plans to come back next summer.
