Essense of Portugal (20D/19N)

from €760

In the heart of the Douro Valley stays the Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo, with 120 hectares of a terroir that embodies the devotion to the old wine-making culture and traditions dating back to the 18th century, and giving birth to superb productions of Douro and Port wines.Besides the magnificent Wine Hotel you become truly rooted in the spirit by taking part in the winemaking activities, trying the walking tracks and discovering historical sites. From each place you enjoy the beautiful vineyard terraces, set against the river, with a glass of wine and the best of the regional gastronomy.“Wine Tourism of the year 2006”, in Revista de Vinhos; “Best Wine Tourism Award – Accommodation 2007”; “Best Wine Tourism Award 08 – Architecture, Parks and Gardens”; “Global Winner Best Wine Tourism Award 09 – Art and Culture”, in GWC.”