Autotour Portugal: Porto & Douro Valley

Sometimes it’s understandably hard to choose between a city break and countryside escape, whether to roam vibrant cities satiated in historic culture or relax engulfed in verdant nature stretching as far as the eye can see - well VeryChic is providing the perfect solution and giving you the opportunity to do both!

Boasting almost 900 years of extensive history, from its cobblestone streets in the ancient Ribeira district to its impressive architecture along Avenida dos Aliados, Porto is fast becoming one of Europe’s most fascinating cities; with the azure, expansive River Douro providing the perfect canvas for breath-taking sunsets, it is no wonder the city was named Europe’s Best Destination 2017!

Explore in style with a Tuk Tuk ride courtesy of VeryChic, taking in the sights, sounds and smells of the city. After a long day exploring there is no better place to rest your head than Porto Coliseum Hotel; integrated into the emblematic Coliseum of Oporto it’s minimalistic elegant rooms evoke the charm of its location.

Regarding the more rural side of northern Portugal, a quote from music legend Cliff Richard springs to mind, ‘Portugal has a peaceful feel about it. I sit on the terrace overlooking the vineyard there and I feel cut off from the world. You need that sort of thing’; I believe he’s spot on, we do need that sort of thing! For a true taste of rural Portugal, there is no better place than the Douro Valley; a canvas of flourishing vineyards and gentle rolling hills sculpted by the Douro River, it is the definition of tranquillity, peppered with rural chapels and idyllic villages.

Encapsulating the region’s charm, the cobblestone Quinta dos Padres Santos’s idyllic rooms are just waiting to be your home from home. While away your day soaking in warm weightlessness in the azure outdoor pool, before indulging in the many riches that bless the valley from smoked meats to fragrant wines.

With all this, and complimentary car rental with unlimited mileage, you’ll have VeryChic to thank for a multi-dimensional, unforgettable holiday!