Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise

Highlights

Meet winemakers for a more in-depth introduction to local wine
Cruise through the Douro Valley from Pinhão for great views
Eat a lunch of traditional Portuguese foods
Leave the driving to someone else as you sample UNESCO-listed wines

Summary

Meet a driver at your centrally located hotel in Porto or Gaia (if option selected), and then set out through the scenic Douro Valley in a comfortable minibus, watching a landscape of rolling vines unfold. The day’s itinerary includes two wineries, where you learn about the history of winemaking in the area, guided by local winemakers. One of the stops is Quinta do Bomfim, a wine estate in an area that’s famous for Port. Follow their wine cultivation and production process from field to bottle, and sample some of the historic facility's quality wines. At mid-day, pause for a hearty lunch of Portuguese foods. Trade the minibus for a river cruise in Pinhão, a relaxing way to see even more of the valley landscape, with unobstructed views from the boat. This tour concludes with drop-off at your original departure point.

Tour info

Duration

10 hours

Why take this tour?

The Alto Douro Wine Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has produced wines for thousands of years, including famously flavorful Port wine. Experience Douro Valley vintages on a tour by minibus and river cruise, pausing to sample wine, meet the winemakers, and dine on traditional Portuguese cuisine. Visiting with a wine guide ensures you try the region’s best varietals and discover Portugal’s wine heritage along the way.

What’s included?

Guided visit to 2 wine estates with tastings of diferent wines and port.
Complete Traditional Portuguese Lunch pairing with Douro Wines.
50 minutes - Traditional Rebelo cruise departing from Pinhão
Professional Guide & Transportation by private vehicle
Hotel Pick up and drop off (when selected)
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Hotel pick up and drop off (not included on TOUR ONLY option)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 10h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Certified with the CLEAN AND SAFE by the Portuguese Tourism Board and SAFE TRAVELS certification by the WTTC. Internal Protocol and Contigency plan was implemented with certified training of all staff. Cleaning and desinfecting measures are implemented for all the tranportation and facilities.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Living Tours Portugal

About operator:

Living Tours Portugal & Spain is a tour operator. We are a young team of professionals passionate for tourism and both countries. Our mission is to give our visitors the very best of both beautiful and charm countries - Portugal & Spain! Since 2004, we organize mini bus trips, shared and private, events and many other activities for our visitors!