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Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise

From€89
8 hours
Porto, Portugal

About this activity

Discover the beauty of Portugal's Douro Valley on a guided tour featuring vineyard visits, a traditional lunch, and a scenic river cruise.

Highlights

  • Explore the scenic Douro Valley vineyards
  • Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch at a local winery
  • Cruise along the picturesque Douro River
  • Learn about the region's rich wine-making history
  • Experience the charm of Portugal's wine country

Full description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting Douro Valley, renowned for its terraced vineyards and rich wine-making heritage. This full-day tour offers a comprehensive experience, beginning with a guided visit to local vineyards where you'll learn about the traditional wine production methods. Savor a delectable Portuguese lunch at a charming winery, accompanied by tastings of the region's finest wines. In the afternoon, embark on a leisurely river cruise along the Douro River, taking in the breathtaking landscapes and picturesque villages that dot the valley. This excursion provides a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable addition to your Portuguese adventure.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Douro Valley vineyards
  • Traditional Portuguese lunch at a local winery
  • Scenic river cruise along the Douro River
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • Please be on time to ensure timely departure and full enjoyment of the tour.
  • At the time of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel for pickup arrangements.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and vineyard views.
  • Consider bringing a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • "Hotel Pickup (Small Group)" and "Private Tour" options: This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 guests for a more personal experience
  • "Central Meeting " option: This tour is operated in a group of up to 19 guests (maximum).
  • "Central Meeting " option: tour departure is at 7:45 AM. Please be present to avoid missing the tour.
  • Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available. Please advise at the time of booking
  • You will receive an email the day before your tour with your guide’s name and vehicle details. Please be at yor pick-up location 10 minutes before.
  • Not recommended for children. If traveling with children, please inform us in advance (car seats are mandatory by Portuguese law)
  • The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter. Please dress accordingly
  • All activities take place in covered or protected areas, ensuring a comfortable experience in any weather conditions
  • Important for Travel Agencies - If booking on behalf of a client, please ensure the traveler’s direct contact details are provided;
  • Important for Travel Agencies - Pick-up details are sent the day before the tour (until 21:30 Portugal time). Failure to communicate this information may result in a no-show

Traveler reviews

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The best douro valley tour ever !!!

Went for the douro valley tour with my wife and had the best time of our trip to porto. Catarina ans joao were our guide and driver and the best anyone could ask for. If u want to experience the true portugese culture book with them or dont go at all. She was simply the best guide everrrr. #meow. She took really good care of us considering we were vegetarians and made sure to get us proper lunch despite the menu being chicken and fish. She went out of her way to make my wife feel comfortable in her pregnancy and we loved her. She kept us entertained with portugese songs and jokes throughout the day and there was no dull moment. Would want to visit again with our baby. Love you Catarina.

rajatc143Nov 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A Must Do for wine lovers

Luis was a great guide. He and our other 6 tour companions made this day alot of fun. It was a beautiful day seeing and learning about Douro Valley. The wineries we visited were amazing- one was a smaller winemaker and who knew - but they still make wine with their feet. Wow. This was my favorite part of the trip. The river cruise was ok, but i expected something smaller and more fun- no wine was served which we did expect . Many of the reviews indicate that this day includes lots of wine however we just had a couple of sips of a White, Rose and Red. The wine was delicious. The lunch was but not quite the experience we expected. I think the larger group tour may have been a vit more informational. All in all, a must do trip… whether private, semi private ir even larger group.

LMT33487Nov 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great experience

Beautiful scenery, great tour guide, nice stops, and a delicious lunch. Very pleased with this tour!

Christa_DNov 1, 2026VIATOR

A great day.

A most wonderful day, hitting just the right notes. - Starting off the day in the charming small town of Amarante - Great lunch at a Duoro Valley restaurant with good food and wine pairings - Then to a co-op wine outfit - A calm and fun boat ride on the Duoro River (with more wine) - Ending the day with a trip to a winery owned and run by women with tastings of the three major types of port wine All in all, a great day, wonderfully orchestrated by Katarina and driver João. Highly recommended. Certainly your money's worth, particularly with the amount of wine you can consume throughout the day!

808samimNov 1, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A great day of wine and laughter

A great experience from start to finish. Our guide, Luis, was top notch! Funny, knowlegable and a terrific guide, his personality and knowledge added a lot to this incredible experience. Both wineries were amazing and we got to taste a wide range of options. River cruise was beautiful and lunch was delicious. Highly suggest OPorto road trips (and Luís) for your day trip to Douro Valley.

jennifermB937HVNov 1, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required; Pick-up service starts at 8:00 AM (NOT 8:30 AM) We send the exact pick-up time by mail the evening before the tour takes place - please confirm reception of message and be ready in advance for pick-up to avoid delays or missing the tour. 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. Not recommended for children - if you are bringing children, please inform us in advance, as car seating is mandatory by Portuguese law. 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 limits). If your address is outside pick-up limits or in an area of difficult access (examples: pedestrian street/narrow street/place with very elevated traffic volume) we will set a meeting point a few minutes away so that you can board our van. NOTE TO TRAVEL AGENCIES: While we understand that your office may be closed when we send our confirmations due to different timezones if you do not provide the client's direct contact number/email, you are responsible for contacting the client at the time we send the pick-up details (day before the tour takes place, by the end of the day, UNTIL 23:00 PM, PORTUGAL TIME) - Travel Agencies assume responsibility if the client does not show up due to the lack of communication between them.
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