Rio Douro Hotel & Spa, Portugal

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£269 per person

Rio Douro Hotel & Spa DOURO VALLEY, PORTUGAL Includes flights, transfers, hotel & half board

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Douro Valley PORTUGAL

The Douro River winds its way through the rugged landscape of Northern Portugal. Cutting through mountains and valleys, it finally flows into the Atlantic Ocean through the old metropolis of Porto.

The banks of the river have been cultivated for thousands of years and vineyards grow in profusion across the hillsides. Boat tours will take you through

this stunning scenery and under the six famous bridges that connect the Portuguese countryside.

The Douro Valley also offers plenty of opportunities to sample some of its world-famous port wine. Visits to the Museu do Douro or local vineyards will allow you to immerse yourself in the history and the flavours of the sweet drink.

Along the river, you’ll also find stunning national parks and romantic buildings that for centuries have complemented each other and made visits to this region an unforgettable experience.

Rio Douro Hotel & Spa DOURO VALLEY, PORTUGAL A stylishly minimalist hotel, constructed in a modernist blend of wooden frames, large glass fronts and rustic stone walls, guests can enjoy a beautiful holiday located in a scenic bend on the Douro River. Here, wellness and relaxation permeate every part of the hotel. At the impressive spa centre, you can choose between a wide range of treatments for both body and soul, including massages, facials as well as an indoor pool, sauna and outdoor infinity pool. You can also retreat to the hotel’s well-stocked library, where you can immerse yourself in a gripping read, while occasionally looking out contemplatively at the mighty river and green hills that surround the premises. If you want to explore this natural panorama further, then you can embark on a river cruise from the hotel’s private marina. The regional capital of Porto is found just a short voyage westwards and along the way, you’ll find plenty of cosy villages and vineyards, where you can sample local treats, including the famous port wine.

Stay in a Mountain View Room Featuring views of the peaks and tree-clad mountain and hillsides that adorn the Douro Valley, each room is a tranquil and luxurious private base, which includes and mirrors the surrounding beauty. Large glass facades let in cascades of natural light, which are complemented by pleasing colour schemes of charcoal, sand and white. Every room comes with a large flat-screen TV, marble bathroom with freestanding bathtub, free Wi-Fi as well as modern artwork adorning the walls, to name just a few of the treats that await you here.

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Dining Your stay at the Rio Douro Hotel & Spa is on a half board basis, which means daily breakfast and dinner are included. Guests can start their day with a delicious buffet breakfast in the stunning restaurant that overlooks the river.

After a day of relaxation and discovering the region, you can return to this modernist gem, where you can enjoy an à la carte dinner.

With a choice between two options for each dish, you can opt for the following: • Starter or soup • Main course • Dessert • Water, one soft drink, and coffee Please note, the dinner menu usually changes every two weeks.

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MENU

RESTAURANT Menu AVAILABLE FROM 12:30 TO 15:00 AND 19:30 TO 22:30

STARTERS Trout escabeche Broad bean purĂŠe with baked black pudding Traditional oven baked smoked spicy sausage, vegetables and a fried egg Poached peas and quail eggs Sardine fillet marinated in citrus sauce, corn bread and a baked peppers Goat cheese cheese with herbs

SOUPS Cream of baked tomato with basil Salt cod broth with coriander Traditional bean broth

SALADS Salt cod flakes Rabbit escabeche salad Apple salad with carrot, walnuts and goat cheese vinaigrette

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MENU FISH DISHES Tomato filled squid with boiled potatoes and vegetables Pan seared perch with baked garlic and vegetables Baked salt cod with corn bread crust and our own herbs, new potatoes and vegetables Grilled octopus with traditional turnip top and corn bread mix

MEAT DISHES Pork ribs and cured sausages in stewed broad beans Country chicken stew with peas, baby onions and carrots Flank of beef in rice with thyme and dried tomato Slow roast pork cheek with grilled vegetables and our own pickles Arouquesa beef steak

DESSERTS Crème brulée with citrus flavours Our own chocolate mousse Fruit salad confit Cottage cheese and our own jam Walnut cake with sweet egg Typical moist sponge cake Almond and blueberry pie NEW REGULATIONS ON INFORMATION FOR CONSUMERS WITH REGARD TO ALLERGENS. In accordance with Regulation EU 1169/2011, please be advised that some ingredients in the dishes served may contain allergens and could cause an allergic reaction

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Dom LuĂ­s I Bridge Porto A double-decked metal arch bridge that spans the Douro River between the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia in Portugal. At the time of construction its span of 172 m was the longest of its type in the world.

Cais da Ribeira Porto

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A historical square in Porto. It is included in the centre of the city, designated World Heritage by UNESCO.

Livraria Lello Porto A bookstore located in central Porto.

Along with Bertrand in Lisbon, it is one of the oldest bookstores in Portugal. It is frequently rated among the top bookstores in the world, placing third in lists by the Lonely Planet and The Guardian.

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