Douro and North of Portugal

NORTH DOURO and GERÊS

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The city of Porto is the perfect place to start visiting the North of Portugal, European Best Destination 2014 and Ribeira old district UNESCO World Heritage.

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HIGHLIGHTS Porto city and Ribeira district Douro valley and its vineyards Port wine and its wineries Green wine region Route of the Romanesque GerĂŞs National Park

DOURO

Travelling on Douro River boats, walking or pedaling through the steep vineyards, Douro immense vineyards, UNESCO world heritage, will remain in your memory.

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GERĂŠS

This is the perfect setting for lovers of nature in its pure state. Here lies the only National Park in Portugal: the Peneda-GerĂŞs National Park.

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ROMANESQUE

Dicover the uniqueness of the Romanesque of the T창mega and Sousa in its monasteries, churches, bridges, castles and more, contemporary to the foundation of Portugal.

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Swimming pool in the vineyards

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Detail of the coat of arms

QUINTA NOVA N.ª Sra. DO CARMO Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo is one of the most beautiful Quintas (estates) in the Douro region and an example of the true nature of this valley. Hotel guests can feel the true spirit of the Douro Valley by accompanying the Quinta’s farming activities, trying out the walking routes and discovering the Quinta’s historical spots.

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CASAS DO CÔRO The amazing Casas do Côro are located in the heart of the medieval village of Marialva, in a region where the presence of man reaches as far back as the Paleolithic era. From the panoramic terraces and also from the swimming pool you can admire the region’s landscape with its hills, deep valleys and meandering rivers that are an invitation to unforgettable walks.

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Historic room

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Balcony and old tiles

CASA DA ÍNSUA Situated in Penalva do Castelo around 25 Km from Viseu, the Casa da Ínsua (Ínsua House) is a Baroque-style mansion house whose overriding image is its impressive façade and its magnificent gardens. Turned into a 5-star charm hotel, allows you to enjoy unforgettable moments.

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CASA DA CISTERNA Casa da Cisterna is located right in the centre of the medieval village of Castelo Rodrigo. Around the house and from what remains of the old fortress wall, you can feel the history and traces of mysterious and fascinating times. Casa da Cisterna is the perfect place to read a book, listen to music or just to take a nap in the garden swing chair.

AWARDS for PORTUGAL Portugal is being discovered by more visitors that are enchanted by this charming country.

PORTO: European Best Destination 2014 (#1); 2012 (#1): Lonely Planet: Best European travel destination for 2013 LISBOA: World Travel Awards: 2014 Europe’s Leading Cruise Destination / Cruise Port Best European Destination: 2010 (#1); 2013 (#2) Tripadvisor top destinations 2014 (#23): PORTUGAL: World Travel Awards: 2013 World’s Leading Golf Destination 2014 Europe’s Leading Tourist Board 2012/2013 Europe’s Leading Beach Destination: The Algarve 2012/2013 Europe’s Leading Golf Destination: Portugal World Economic Forum: 7th most visitor-friendly country in the World Condé Nast Traveler and its readers as the best country to visit in 2013.

UNESCO: There are currently 16 sites on the list, with several others hoping to join soon (Marvão, Lisbon’s Baixa district, Vila Viçosa, Arrabida, Mafra Palace, Buçaco Forest): Jeronimos Monastery Tomar’s Templar Castle and Convent Prehistoric Rock Art of Côa Valley Belem Tower Elvas Fortifications Angra do Heroismo Sintra Guimarães Pico Island Vineyard Culture Evora Porto’s Old Center Laurisilva Forest Batalha Abbey Douro Valley Alcobaça Abbey Coimbra University