Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, River Cruise, and More

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Enjoy an all-inclusive 10-hour tour from Porto through the distinctive Douro Valley, where you’ll uncover stunning landscapes. Delve into the rich culture and heritage of this historic demarcated region. Partake in a guided visit and wine tastings at one of the most prestigious wineries, either from the Croft/Taylor’s group or the Calém/Burmester group.

Duration: 10 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Porto - Your journey begins at our Meeting Point near S. Bento Station, where you’ll meet your guide who will drive you to Amarante, our first stop. On the way to the Douro Region, your guide will share insights about Portuguese history, development, and cultural heritage.
Amarante - Amarante, our first stop, boasts the majestic Serra do Marão and the Tâmega River, which flows through the city, enhancing the charm of its picturesque houses. The city, possibly founded by the Roman centurion Amarantus, connects the provinces of Minho and Trás-os-Montes. In the 13th century, St. Gonçalo, a Benedictine monk and the city’s patron saint, built a bridge over the Tâmega. Amarante is also famous for its sweets, including papos de anjo, brisas do Tâmega, toucinho do céu, bolos de São Gonçalo, and galhofas, which can be found in local cake shops and cafés.
Miradouro de Sao Leonardo de Galafura - Our second stop, at 640 meters high, is the São Leonardo da Galafura Viewpoint between Vila Real and Peso da Régua. This spot offers breathtaking views of the Douro River and the steep, vineyard-covered slopes of the historic Trás-os-Montes region.
The Douro Valley - It’s now time for lunch! Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you will enjoy a delicious traditional all-inclusive Portuguese meal. Try some of the most traditional Portuguese dishes paired with local Douro table wines. (A vegetarian option for lunch is available; please request it during the booking process.)
N222 - The N222 road is considered the most beautiful road in the world and takes us along the south bank of the Douro River, offering miles of pleasure, fascination, and stunning surroundings into the heart of the Douro Wine Region.
Cais do Pinhão - Time to sail on a scenic Rabelo boat, flanked by terraces where the vines that produce our renowned Port wine grow. The view from the river to both banks, in areas where only vineyards and wine farms exist, is a unique experience.
Pinhão - For an authentic vineyard experience, you will visit a vineyard estate in the heart of the Douro Valley. Discover the secrets of the vineyards as you take a guided walking tour through the property, stopping at points of interest along the way and taking in the magnificent landscape of the vineyards. During the guided visit, and before returning to Porto, you will also enjoy the unforgettable experience of tasting different wines.

What's Included

Renown Wine estate guided visit with tasting of 3 wines
Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
Amarante, São Leonardo de Galafura viewpoint & Road N222
Panoramic Douro River Cruise on a Traditional Rabelo Boat from Pinhão
Lunch (Vegetarian & Gluten-free options available if informed in advance)
Professional Guide & Comfortable Small Group Minibus

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Personal Expenses
Hotel Pick up and drop off

Additional Information

Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available if requested before the tour. Inform us before the tour starts.
Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used.
The services included in the tours (wine estate visits, restaurants, etc) are subject to 3rd party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience. Schedules and Itinerary may change without prior notice.
Group size maximum capacity is 27 people.
Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto

Location

Living Tours

Rua de Mouzinho da Silveira

Meeting point at Living Tours - Tourist Service located at Rua Mouzinho da Silvira, 352 - 4050 Porto, next to São Bento Train station.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sep 30, 2024

Well organized and Beautiful - This was such a great trip! The drive, the scenery, the stops ... Everything! And so well organized. I was hoping for open air spaces on the boat tour, but that was still wonderful!