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An aerial shot of the Douro River and rolling green hills in the Douro Valley, Portugal

Douro Valley Holidays


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Following the winding Douro river east from Porto reveals one of the most scenic drives in Europe and Portugal’s premier wine region, the Douro Valley. With terraces of vines lining the riverbanks, Douro Valley holidays offer stunning hiking trails, beautiful viewpoints and a wonderful selection of peaceful retreats.

Boasting delicious wine, outstanding natural beauty and charming family-owned quintas, why not join a vineyard tour, take a relaxing river cruise or simply unwind at a lovely spa hotel.

Trailfinders offers a range of Douro Valley holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore this enchanting region on a fly drive holiday, a sociable guided group tour, or are looking for advice on how to combine the Douro Valley with Porto and Madeira on a multi centre holiday – they are the perfect people to ask.
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HOW TO GET AROUND DOURO VALLEY

Just a short, incredibly scenic drive from Porto, the Douro Valley is a perfect destination to be explored by car. Follow one of our classic fly drive holidays or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your Douro Valley holiday.

If you’d rather not drive how about taking a comfortable private transfer from Porto or joining a guided group tour with likeminded travellers and an expert guide? Our multi centre holidays are also a great way to explore the best of Portugal – hopping by air to Porto from Lisbon or Madeira.

OUR HOLIDAYS TO DOURO VALLEY

Here’s a snapshot of some of our most popular Douro Valley holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, give us a call and speak to one of our expert consultants.
Wine & Dine Northern Portugal
Portugal
Fly Drive Holiday
6 days / 5 nights

A city full of charm, Porto is a wonderful mix of grand, historic buildings and brightly coloured houses scattered along the riverside. A visit to one of the iconic port caves will introduce you to the legacy of the region before heading to the vineyards for some relaxation.

Guide Price: €755 pp

Guide Price: £609 pp

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Portugal's Scenic Treasures
Portugal
Multi Centre Holiday
8 days / 7 nights

From the verdant peaks of mountainous Madeira to endless rows of sun soaked vines set beside the winding Douro River; Portugal offers an incredible variety of landscapes to explore. This laid back break combines the vibrant city of Porto with two of the country’s most pristine destinations - ideal for an escape back to nature.

Guide Price: €1,115 pp

Guide Price: £915 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN PORTO

We feature a great range of accommodation in the Douro Valley, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a riverside hotel in historic Pinhão, or a charming family-owned quinta with a pool and on-site wine tasting? Or perhaps it’s a luxurious spa resort for a romantic honeymoon.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Douro Valley hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
The Vintage House
5 star

Porto & The Douro Valley

The Vintage House Hotel enjoys an idyllic riverside location beside the historic Pinhão railway station, right in the heart of the Douro Valley.
Quinta do Vallado
4 star

Porto & The Douro Valley

This charming property offers a serene retreat amidst the lush vines of a historic wine estate.

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