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Destination Guide - Portugal

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6 | Portugal River Voyage Guide DISCOVER THE OLDEST WINE REGION IN THE WORLD The Douro Valley is the oldest demarcated wine region in the world, renowned for its wine production, notably port. Explore and learn about Portugal's celebrated winemaking region and savour local wines paired with traditional cuisines. EXPERIENCE ENGINEERING MARVELS Gather on the deck of your ship and sail through five different locks along the Douro River including Europe's largest lock. The Carrapatelo Lock measures 85 metres in length, 12 metres in width and stands at an incredible height of 75 metres. IN SIDE THE C A R R A PATELO LOC K P OR T WINE DISTR IC T 3 4 River locks of the Douro River Portugal's wine country

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