6-Nights Portugal: Minho & the Douro Valley

When it comes to drinking in the Douro Valley’s panoramas, moderation isn’t an option.

The contours of golden grape arbors twist and bend toward the distant river below and sun-kissed heavens above. It’s a place to pause mid-hike—flanked by silvery olive trees and whitewashed quintas—and admire the beauty of inland Portugal. Of course, the fact that you’re admiring it in the third-oldest controlled wine region (a UNESCO World Heritage site) helps. And the glass of port waiting for you at the trail’s end? Even better. But you won’t just remember the scenery: each day on this Douro Valley tour brings its own surprises. From friendly locals in the fortress town of Marialva to a walk through history on the ancient Caminho de Santiago to a relaxing float on a rabelo boat, Portugal’s gifts pour out freely.