Comparison
Amalfi Coast or Douro Valley? Which to choose for a group trip
Amalfi Coast or Douro Valley: budget, best time and vibe side by side, to decide with your group where to go.
| Amalfi Coast | Douro Valley | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| Budget | €€€budget.3 | €€€budget.2 |
| Best time | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | May–Jun, Sep–Oct |
| Vibe | RomanticFood & WineRelax | Food & WineRomanticNature |
Which one?
- Pick Amalfi Coast if your group is after relaxing. The best time to go is May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
- Pick Douro Valley if your group is after nature and want to spend less. The best time to go is May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
Still split? Put both in a trip on Roamie: everyone gives their points and, if needed, the wheel decides.
Amalfi Coast
Italy
Colourful villages clinging to the cliffs, the Path of the Gods and boat trips to Capri. Get around by ferry or bus: in high season a car is more trouble than help.
- Best time
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Budget
- €€€budget.3
RomanticFood & WineRelaxFrom the guide Trips for couples travelling with friends: 6 destinations
Douro Valley
Portugal
Terraced vineyards dropping to the river, quintas to stay in and taste wine at, and slow cruises on the Douro. In September the harvest makes it even more special.
- Best time
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Budget
- €€€budget.2
Food & WineRomanticNatureFrom the guide Trips for couples travelling with friends: 6 destinations
General, indicative information: seasons, prices and conditions change, so always check before you go.