Immerse yourself in the natural and man made beauty of the Douro Valley on a full day tour from Porto. Traveling by air conditioned vehicle, enjoy views of picturesque landscapes far from the dust and crowds of the city center. Visit the 16th-cenutry monastery of So Gonalo de Amarante, built in honor of Saint Gonalo de Amarante.
Traveling into the heart of the Douro valley you will visit a port wine estate. Learning about the production method of different kinds of port wine as you walk through the vineyards. Then, taste the wines of the estate.
Continue through the Douro Valley enjoying panoramic views of sculptured landscape. There will be a stop at a local restaurant for lunch before driving to the village of Pinho. Marvel at the Portuguese tiles that depict the beauty of the Douro Valley on the faade of the train station. You may take a 1-hour boat cruise before returning back to Porto.
Authentic Douro Wine Tour Including Lunch And River Cruise - Porto
- See more images
- See more images
- See more images
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Instant Confirmation
- Lowest Price Guaranteed
- Duration: 9 Hrs
-
Language:
English
-
Departure Time :
08:30 AM Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
-
Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
- You can also be picked up from a private address other than hotels in Porto downtown area/city center only (Vila Nova de Gaia and Matosinhos cities are outside pick-up .. read more -
Return Details :
Hotel/ Private Adress in Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia
-
Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
This 9-hour tour will show you the best of Douro, the first Portuguese wine region and UNESCO World Heritage Site.Learn about Douro and it's evolution all over centuries.Marvel at the sculpted landscape on the best viewpoints over the Douro Valley. Take a 1-hourriver cruise, learn about the production of olive oilat a local producer property, visittwo Port wine estates (wine tasting included) and enjoy the lunch at a typicalportuguese restaurant.Highlights
- Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
- Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
- Hotel pickup included
- Lunch included
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- Small-group tour
Know More about this tour
Inclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Hotel or Airbnb in Porto city center)
Transportation and professional tour guide
Small group up to 8 people
Visit to two wineries - Includes Port Wines and Douro wines (DOC Douro)
Traditional lunch (Fish, Vegetarian/Vegan and Gluten free need to be requested in advance)
River Cruise of 1h on typical boat (Rabelo)
Panoramic photo stops
Bottled water
Exclusions
Gratuities
Additional Info
Infant seats available
Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required;
Pick-up service may start at 8:00 AM.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
We send the exact pick-up time by mail the evening before the tour takes place - please confirm reception of message and be ready for pick-up to avoid delays.
Douro Valley's temperature is very high in the summer and cold in the winter. Thus, light clothes in summer and warm clothes in the winter are recommended;
Weather Note: All of our activities happen in covered and protected spaces - we guarantee a safe and comfortable tour despite any weather conditions.
Most travelers can participate
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Traveler Reviews
See all reviews-
![]()
Our group of three had an amazing day with Sofia - she was very knowledgeable of Porto and the surrounding areas and was warm and attentive. She checked in with us to be sure that we were OK with the itinerary and that we were comfortable. The wineries chosen were delicious and we had a traditional Portuguese meal for lunch. Overall, fantastic experience and highly recommend!
-
![]()
Enrique was a wonderful tour guide, very knowledgeable about the area and how wine vs port is produced. Loved the mini tours we had at each winery as well as the beautiful boat ride!
-
![]()
Luis was a wonderful guide. His knowledge of the area, his ability to engage all of our group, making all feel comfortable and welcome, and his enjoyment of showing us the area and its remarkable vineyards made for a terrific day.
-
![]()
The two winery's personnel. They were very informative and enthusiastic. The small group we had promoted interaction and good conversation.
-
![]()
Luis was an awesome guide. Knowledgeable, friendly, personable. Very organized tour with drop off and pick up scheduled ahead of time. DEFINITELY do this tour!!!!
-
![]()
This was a long day but we packed in some really great experiences. Our guide, Mafalda, was from one of the small villages we visited in the Douro Valley, Pinhao. It was great to get an insider's view. It was a really nice benefit to have them pick us up and drop us off at our hotels. The port and wine tastings were great and the traditional lunch in Pinhao was very interesting. The boat ride was nice but not really necessary to get spectacular views and beautiful pictures of the Douro Valley.
-
![]()
The day was perfect! Ricardo was an awesome tour guide! The wine delicious! I enjoyed the small group way to experience Duoro valley.
-
![]()
First, let me say that Sophia was remarkable! Her knowledge of the Douro and the wines was truly what made the adventure memorable! In my lifelong pursuit of wine knowledge, I appreciate someone that can explain complex processes in easy-to understand terms. She knows her business well. Secondly, I've done too many of these "touristy" tours, and I understand that tour companies have to offer their captive audience a "local" menu for the requisite lunch. It's never very good...and this was no different. Budgets are the driving force, and I get that, but it's still very, very disappointing. Thankfully, they had a good local wine. A suggestion might be to offer an upgraded menu for an additional cost to those that want something a little better. Lastly, and here I might be out of line (maybe a little older and more fearful of my own mortality), but driving skills don't seem to be a requisite for tour drivers. The four hours or so we spent in the van were terrifying! Speeds approaching 150 kilometers, weaving in front of vehicles as though she was the only one in the van (there were 8 passengers), and talking with hands off the wheel in dangerously small country roads with no visibility around single lane corners. I honestly thought we were in dire trouble dozens of times. It should be a requirement to think of the customer first...clearly not the case here. Loved the education and dialogue but would never recommend this tour to anyone with a heart condition or the will to live. The country-side was truly remarkable but the Douro education could easily be accomplished with a two-hour lecture at the WOW museum, which I will recommend in my feedback to the museum. Overall, an A+ for Sophia's wine knowledge, but a clear F (for 'fear') for driving skills! Oh yes, and an F to the tour company for a substandard 'lunch.' It's okay, call me a snob, but I don't see the point of paying for a great tour and then being cheap about the local cuisine. G
-
![]()
We loved our Douro Valley wine tour with Luis! He picked us up on time, and was so friendly (and funny). He was so knowlegeable and amicable - it felt as though we were daytripping with friends. You could tell how much he loves doing what he does and sharing the beauty of the Douro vineyards with us. I was sad to say goodbye..but as we say in Hawaii..A Hui Ho..till we meet again!
-
![]()
Wow, the Douro Valley is beautiful. Don't miss touring Portugal's wine country. Views are amazing and the wine we tasted was wonderful. Marina was a great host. We recommend you request Marina as your guide.
