From Porto: All Inclusive Douro Valley Private Wine Tour (with Lunch)
9 hours
From 09:00
Group 1+
English, Portuguese, Spanish, French
9 hours
09:00
What you'll do
Discover the best wine and culture on this private wine tour in the Douro Valley Region visiting Amarante, Galafura, and Pinhão for a captivating guided visit. Complimentary hotel pick-up/drop-off is included for those staying within Porto city centre, pick-up time is 9 AM. If you are not within central Porto, alternative meeting points can be arranged where required. An authentic lunch will be served at a local restaurant, followed by a relaxing drive with famous stops and breathtaking vistas till we reach the Wine Estate, to savour the wonderful wines Later in the day, a truly mesmerising experience aboard a scenic Rabelo boat has been arranged. Allow the gentle current to guide you through a captivating journey fringed by terraced vineyards.
Highlights
- Two Awe-Inspiring Natural Wonders: The majestic Serra do Marão, gracefully adorns the city with its picturesque landscapes, and the robust bridge over the River Tâmega
- São Leonardo da Galafura Viewpoint: Perched at a lofty elevation of 640 metres, between Vila Real and Peso da Régua, this captivating vantage point reveals natural beauty over the ancient Trás-os-Montes region.
- Traditional Portuguese Lunch: Savour the finest offerings of Portuguese gastronomy, perfectly harmonised with exquisite regional Douro table wines.
- Relaxing Cruise: Immerse yourself in the breathtaking panorama that unfolds along both banks, where vineyards and wineries reign supreme.
- Wine Tasting Experience: A guided walking tour, to unveil the secrets that underpin the winemaking process, and of course, wine-tasting to captivate your senses with a delightful assortment of velvety wines.
Itinerary
- 1Duration: Approximately 9 hours
- 2Group Size: 1+
- 3Start Time: 9 AM
- 4Meeting Point: Hotel pick-up and drop-off have been included for anyone staying in accommodation within Porto city centre. Outside this area, alternative arrangements can be made accordingly.
- 5Winery Tour: Visit and guided tour of a historical vineyard within the heart of the Douro Valley complete with wine and port tasting.
- 6Lunch: A traditional lunch will be served offering the finest Portuguese gastronomy and regional wines at a local restaurant en route.
- 7River Cruise: As the day unfolds, relax aboard a scenic Rabelo boat. Allow the gentle current to guide you through the breathtaking panorama that unfolds along both banks.
- 8End Time: Approximately 6 PM
What's Included
- Local Knowledgable Guide
- Finest Port Wines
- Lunch in a traditional restaurant
- Transportation throuout the Douro Valley and picturesque villages
- Douro Valley river cruise
- Guided visit to a Wine Estate and a wine tasting experience
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Transportation to and from your hotel is not included if your accommodation is outside of the Porto city centre.
- Unfortunately, this tour is unable to accommodate wheelchair users, strollers or pregnant travellers.
Meeting Points
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included within the city centre. If you're staying outside the city, a specified location will be advised the day prior to your tour date.
Kindly reach the meeting spot 10-15 minutes before your departure time of 9 AM.
Notes
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking
- Your tour will be led by an expert guide, who is local and has a passion for sharing extensive knowledge about Portuguese food and wine, history, and culture
- We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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