Douro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the first DOC Region in the world , demarcated by Marques de Pombal back in the 18th century , is one of the world’s most beautiful wine regions, famous for its Port and nowadays for table wines, especially reds. The winding river, sculptured terrace hillsides and lush vegetation are the perfect scenery to plant grapes. The demarked region of D.O.C. Port, D.O.C. Douro and VR (Vinho Regional) Duriense occupy the same ground, starting near Mesão Frio and ending at the Spanish border. The great variety of wines is only possible due to the existence of multi micro “terroirs”.

Winelands of Douro will lead you to Baixo Corgo (Régua/Mesão Frio) the wettest and coolest part of the Douro wine region, allowing grapes to grow in a softer and gentler profile, as well as to Cima Corgo (Pinhão/Tua/Sabrosa), the historic heartland of Port. The same old vines which produce vintage port are now also used for ultra structured and complex red wines with growing international recognition. White grape vineyards facing north, are increasingly valued for making more elegant and sophisticated dry white D.O.C. Douro wines, rather than produce the unique white Port. Auto-vinification and other modern techniques are common these days, though foot treading still is used for some of the best wines.

Our Itinerary allows you to get a glance on Douro in one day departing from Porto, but
has plenty of choice to spend a wonderful “wine weekend” in the area.

You can buy Winelands of Douro directly through this site and find the booklet ready upon your arrival or delivered to your home address in advance.

Here is our choice of recommended Hotels : Referring to “Winelands of Douro”
When you reserve will allow you to benefit from your special DOC Rates.

This itinerary includes the most beautiful and attractive landscapes and historical villages between Mesão Frio, Peso da Régua, Pinhão, Lamego e Favaios. Among the several properties that we propose, the Quinta do Seixo and the Quinta da Pacheca as well as the Enoteca Douro, in Favaios, are some of the highlights that you will not want to lose. Concerning to the restaurants, the Castas e Pratos in Peso da Régua or the DOC restaurant in Folgosa do Douro are some of the best in this region and where you can find the most local and tasty gastronomy.

 

Hotel Infante Sagres
Located in the city’s historical district, the Infante Sagres is Porto’s leading boutique hotel, an icon of sophisticated design and intimate atmosphere where guests experience personal service and the intimacy of a private residence.
The hotel is part of the “Small Luxury Hotels of the World”.




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Pestana Porto
Located in the heart of the historic city centre of Oporto, this boutique hotel offers a splendid view of Douro River. It is part of a group of buildings dated from XVI, XVII, XVIII centuries, and it is classified by UNESCO as part of the World Heritage site.  The hotel enhances all the charming atmosphere of Ribeira, in a pitoresque group of buildings, conserving their original trace.


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Pousada do Freixo
Built in the mid 18th century, the Palácio do Freixo is a  remarkable example of Portuguese civil architecture from the baroque period.It was only recently restored and taken over by Pousadas de Portugal.  The charming setting, offering wonderful river view from many of its rooms,  the cuisine and the considerable on-site capacity make this property the ideal choice to feel the hearty atmosphere of north of Portugal.


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CS Vintage House
The CS Vintage House Hotel lies on the very edge of the river Douro and is surrounded by the famous Port vineyards of the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. The site of the hotel is an old “Quinta” of wine estate, which dates back to the 18th century. The old house, lodges and gardens have been refurbished in the traditional Douro style preserving their unique history.


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Pousada de Mesão Frio - Solar da rede
With its breathtaking view over the River Douro, this Pousada is ideally located within a 27-hectare vineyard. This 18th century manor house offers visitors the chance to sample the reality of local vineyard life, whilst reliving the ways of Port savouring

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