2023 European adventure September 10

Fabulous day.The Douro Valley is a world class spectacle no doubt.We did a small group (8) tour of two wineries, a river cruise and a fabulous lunch in the day - picked up at 8 and back at 6 so a pretty good value tour. Tastings of both port wine (white and tawny) as well as olive oil at great little wineries in spectacular settings high above the river made for a great time with the group. Beautiful cruiseup the river through the high valley cliffs - scenery unsurpassed anywhere. Notes: The road and freeway system here is fabulous. 120 - 130 speed limits, massive bridge, make for relaxed and safe. Portugal Israël expériencing a well deserved tourist boom. The numbers of tourists at all the sites is incredible - more than we've experienced anywhere I think. Thanks to our guide Mafalda today - she was a real professional.