Douro is in the north west of Portugal, within easy reach of Porto, famous for port wine and being the country's second largest city after Lisbon.
There are picturesque coastal resorts and fishing villages along the local shores. Porto is also home to the area's local airport.

The Minho and Douro valleys on the north-west tip of Portugal are also known as the Costa Verde and are the oldest region of this proud and traditional country. Set in a landscape of rolling green hills and valleys striped with old vineyards, this is an area steeped in history. Ancient churches, monasteries and magnificent cathedrals all demonstrate a long spiritual heritage. Interesting Roman and medieval architecture remains largely untouched by modern tourism in many of the ancient towns. Beautiful unspoilt beaches are scattered along the coastline, and retain their natural beauty. Porto is the north’s most important city and gave its name to the Portugal’s famous fortified wine.