Discover the Douro Valley on a private day-tour with expert guidance and exclusive transportation. Customize your private experience by CHOOSING YOURSELF the ADD-ON EXPERIENCES we propose from our top-selection partners, from wine tastings, to gourmet dining, boat trips, and family-friendly experiences, creating the perfect journey for you, ensuring a stress-free, personalized and authentic day.
Summary Description
Highlights
- Explore the Alto-Douro Wine Region (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Private Scenic Drive, Iconic Viewpoints
- Exclusive Wine & Local Product Tastings (Add-ons available)
- Douro River Cruise & Gourmet Lunch (Add-ons available)
- Family Package for family-friendly activities (Add-ons available)
- Authentic Douro Village Experience
Description
Having a private transportation and an expert tour-guide, explore the valley’s rich heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and exceptional wines, all of it at your own pace.
ADD-ONS FOR YOUR TO CHOOSE, to fully customize your day:
🍷 WINE TASTING: Family owned local Douro wines tasting in a local wine estate or Premium DOC wine & exclusive Ports tastings in a renowned "Quinta"
🍽️ LUNCH: Rustic Regional Lunch with Douro wines pairing, in a typical restaurant or Gourmet "3 moments" wine lunch, paired with selection DOC wines
⛵ BOAT-RIDE: Douro River Boat Trip (1h approx., shared-basis) or Private boat-ride with tasting aboard (1h approx.)
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY PACKAGE: family-friendly activities – Visit interactive museum & Juice blind-tasting for the children, harmonized with the grown-ups wine tasting.
This experience is designed for wine lovers, food enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a uniquejourney.
Book now or contact us to craft your perfect Douro Valley adventure!
Douro Valley Best-Of Private Tour – A Signature Experience
Discover the authenticity of the Douro Valley at your own pace in this comfortable, fully customizable private tour. With private transportation and an expert tour guide exclusively at your service, enjoy a seamless and tailored experience from pick-up to drop-off at your accommodation.
1) Choose the options desired in the ADD-ON EXPERIENCES below, to totally customize your tour:
WINE-TASTINGS (please choose 1 option):
🔸OPTION 1: FAMILY-OWNED WINE ESTATE = 22,50 EUR/adult | 12,50/children (4-11 yo) | babies free (0-3 yo)
Family owned local Douro wines tasting, in traditional wine estates where the owners will receive you and shares with you their property, its history and provide you of local Douro wines and Ports, paired with seasonal homemade delicacies.
🔸OPTION 2 - RENOWNED PREMIUM "QUINTA" = 35,00 EUR/adult | 22,50 EUR/children (4-11 yo) | babies free (0-3 yo)
Premium DOC wine & Ports tastings, in a renowned "Quinta" (wine estates), where you will visit the aging cellars and taste premium top selection DOC wines and exclusive Ports, paired with regional products and extra-virgin olive oils.
GASTRONOMY / LUNCH (please choose 1 option):
🔸OPTION 1 = RUSTIC REGIONAL WINE LUNCH = 35,00 EUR/adult | 22,50/children (4-11 yo) | babies free (0-3 yo)
Rustic Regional Lunch with Douro wines in local familiar restaurants, where the gastronomy is composed of regional old recipies, deliciously prepared and served, and the environment is comfortable and authentic.
🔸OPTION 2 - PREMIUM ENOGASTRONOMIC LUNCH = 50,00 EUR/adult | 35,00/children (4-11 yo) | babies free (0-3 yo)
Gourmet "3 moments" wine lunch, paired with selection DOC wines in refined premium restaurants, where the culinary art is a mix between regional and modern, with diferent DOC wines pairing each course.
BOAT-RIDE IN THE DOURO RIVER (please choose 1 option):
🔸OPTION 1 - Douro River Boat Trip (1h approx., shared-basis) = 20,00 EUR/adult & children | babies free (0-3 yo)
🔸OPTION 2 - Private boat-ride with tasting aboard (1h approx.) = 200,00 EUR/total (max. capacity 10 people)
FAMILY PACKAGE (please choose 1 option) = 25,00 EUR/adult | 17,50 EUR /children | babies free (0-3 yo)
👨👩👧👦 OPTION 5 - Family-Friendly Activities – Visit interactive museum + Juices blind-tasting for the children, harmonized with the grown-ups wine tasting.
2) Meet Your Private Tour Guide & Begin Your Journey
Your private tour guide will meet you at your accommodation to embark on a remarkable journey through the oldest demarcated wine region in the world. Travel in comfort through winding vineyard-covered hills, riverside villages, and historic landmarks as your guide shares insights into the rich heritage, culture, and wine making traditions of the Douro Valley.
✔ Private vehicle & expert tour guide at your service
✔ Scenic drive from the Green region to the mountain of Marão and Trás-os-Montes
✔ Scenic drive through the heart of the Douro Valley, such as the N222 road , one of the most picturesque in the world
✔ Photo stop at breathtaking viewpoints such as "Miguel Torga viewpoint" an others
If you prefer, instead of the wine tasting, you will have free time in one of the Douro Valley villages, where we will provide recommendations for local wine and product tastings, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
If you choose not to add the boat experience, you will have free time to explore the charming riverside surroundings. We will provide suggestions for alternative local activities, subject to availability at the time.
If you prefer not to include the lunch experience, you will have free time for lunch at your own leisure, with suggestions for recommended local restaurants, subject to availability at the time.
3) Return to Your Accommodation
After an unforgettable day in the Douro Valley, relax as we take you back to your accommodation, leaving you with cherished memories, breathtaking photos, and a truly immersive experience.
✔ Comfortable return in a private vehicle
✔ Time to reflect, share, and relive the highlights of your journey
Note: While our partners provide exclusive experiences, some activities may be shared. If you wish to upgrade to full private exclusivity, please contact us.
📅 Book now or contact us—we’d love to craft your perfect Douro adventure!
Included / Excluded
- Pick-up & Drop-off at Accommodation – Private transport from your location for a seamless experience.
- Private Transportation & Expert Tour Guide – A dedicated guide and comfortable vehicle throughout the day.
- Scenic Drive & Iconic Viewpoints – Travel through the stunning N222 road, one of the world's most beautiful routes.
- Visit to Authentic Douro Villages – Immerse yourself in the region’s culture with free time to explore.
- Best of Douro Valley Itinerary – A curated journey showcasing the region’s highlights, with the flexibility to customize with add-ons.
- Insurance & Taxes – All required coverage included for a worry-free experience.
- ADD-ON EXPERIENCES (available list for you to choose)
- Wine Tastings at Local Quintas – Standard or premium tastings at renowned wine estates (available as add-ons).
- 3-Course Wine-Paired Lunch – Choose from a panoramic, premium, or rustic family-owned restaurant (available as an add-on) or enjoy free time for self-arranged lunch.
- Douro River Boat Trip – Option for a private or group cruise (available as an add-on) or free time to explore independently.
- Gratuities – Not included but always appreciated.
Accessibility
- Infant seats available
Commentary
Guide : English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Diet: If you have dietary restrictions or preferences, let the guide know to make the arrangements.
- Mobility restrictions: If you have any conditions, please inform us so that we can guarantee the best possible experience.
- Customization: We adapt the experience to your preferences. Contact us to adjust the programs to provide you with a tailor-made experience.
- Items to bring: Camera, water, comfortable walking shoes, personal essentials for the day.
- Tour info: Time & meeting point confirmed pre-arrival. Arrive 15 mins early at designated spot.
- Clothing: Check weather. Rain gear, sunscreen, warm layers might be needed based on season.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
Group of 4-8 People
| Group of 4-8 People | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (0 - 99 years) | €600.00 |
| Child (0-3 years) | €600.00 |
Terms and Conditions
Cancellations & Refunds
Flexible and Family-friendly Policy
In case the reservation is rescheduled to a later date, the amount already paid is guaranteed but also the rescheduling of the reservation will not have any additional cost.
In case of cancellations made up to 48 hours before the starting time of the Van Tour, a refund of 100% of the amount paid is guaranteed.
In case of no-show or cancellation made less than 48 hours before the starting time of the Van Tour, there will be no refund.
Your Tours Portugal – Tour Operator
Your Tours Portugal is a company specialised in the design of private tours, guided tours and self-guided tours, personalised and tailor-made programs, as well as other Cultural Touring activities in Portugal and is legally registered with charter and certification by the Tourism of Portugal as Tourism Animation Agent RNAAT 347/2016 and as Tourism Operator with the registration RNAVT 9902. This certification can be consulted at any time at Turismo de Portugal or directly on the RNT platform (National Tourism Register). We invite you to check our quality and standards, through customer feedback on various platforms for travel recommendations, such as Tripadvisor or yourtours.com.
Clean & Safe | Safe Travels Protocols
Your Tours Portugal guarantees the best conditions of comfort and safety required and holds the Clean & Safe Certification Seals (Touristic Animation), Clean & Safe (Guides-Interpreters) and also the Safe Travels Seal - WTTC, result of the company and its team's investment on specific trainings. The partners of Your Tours Portugal follow the hygiene and prevention standards required in the services provided, working, the first one, only with partners that comply with the recommendations and mandatory requirements of their respective sector.
Insurances
All tours, packages and services of Your Tours Portugal, as well as its clients and collaborators, are fully covered by the mandatory insurance required by law for this activity, including (but not limited to):
Liability Insurance, Vehicle Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Workers Accident Insurance.
Other notes/information
Your Tours Portugal is not responsible for the change of routes, delays and/or the non execution of the natural sequence of the tours, packages or any services acquired from the company, for reasons beyond its control (adverse weather conditions, accidents, ongoing works on the roads, among others).
Your Tours Portugal will not be held responsible for speculative, false or fraudulent travel reservations made by the customer, for faults in the execution of the agreement attributable to the customer, for faults attributable to a third party not involved in the supply of the planned services, for faults that are unforeseeable and unavoidable and for situations due to force majeure.
Learn more at: https://yourtoursportugal.com/terms-and-conditions/
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible.
The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors.
Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance.
Infant seats are available on request. Please advise in advance.
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
FAQ
What is included in the Douro Valley Private Tour?
The tour includes private luxury transportation, a professional tour guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a curated itinerary featuring scenic routes, historic towns like Peso da Régua and Pinhão (among others), unique viewpoints, and local villages.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, the tour is family-friendly. We offer a Family Tour Add-On with tailored activities for small kids, teens, and transgenerational groups to ensure an engaging experience for all ages.
Are there any discounts available for children or seniors?
Yes, we offer the following discounts for children on our tours:
-Ages 0-2: Free of charge.
- Ages 3-11: €75 per child.
- Ages 12 and above: Standard adult pricing applies.
Are meals included in the standard private tour package?
We understand that culinary preferences vary widely among our guests. To accommodate these diverse tastes, we do not include meals in our standard tour package. Instead, we provide free time during the tour for you to explore dining options that best suit your individual preferences. Our guides are happy to recommend top local establishments offering a variety of cuisines and atmospheres.
For those seeking a more structured dining experience, we offer optional Lunch & Portuguese Gastronomy Add-Ons:
- Panoramic Restaurant: Enjoy gourmet dishes with stunning views of the Douro Valley.
- Premium Restaurant: Experience fine dining with menus crafted by renowned chefs using local ingredients.
- Rustic/Granny Restaurant: Savor traditional recipes in a cozy, family-owned setting.
This approach ensures that your dining experience aligns with your personal tastes and enhances your overall journey through the Douro Valley.
Can I customize my tour with add-ons?
Yes! You can enhance your experience by selecting from various add-ons such as Portuguese lunch options, boat trips, wine tastings, history and heritage tours, and family-friendly activities. These can be added during booking or up to 48 hours before the tour, subject to availability.
What is the duration of the tour?
The tour typically lasts around 9 hours, starting with an 8:30 AM pickup and concluding with a 5:30 PM drop-off.
Can I choose the type of vehicle for transportation?
We provide private luxury and transportation as part of the tour, operating with comfortable and modern vehicles, both mini-van and high-end cars/SUV. If you have specific preferences or requirements regarding the vehicle, please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Is the boat trip included in the standard private tour?
A boat trip is not included in the standard tour but can be added as an optional add-on.
We recognize that while many guests cherish the experience of a Douro River boat trip, preferences vary. Some may opt to skip it, replace it with a vineyard visit, or simply enjoy more leisure time. To accommodate these diverse desires, we offer the flexibility to customize your tour. You can choose to include a traditional 1-hour rabelo boat cruise or opt for a private boat experience tailored exclusively for your group. This approach ensures your journey aligns perfectly with your interests, providing a personalized and memorable experience in the Douro Valley.
How do I book the optional add-ons?
Optional add-ons can be selected during the booking process or added up to 48 hours before the tour date, depending on availability. It's recommended to book add-ons as early as possible to ensure your preferred options are available.
What is the cancellation policy for the tour?
- Booking Policy:
Confirmation and Payment: Full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your reservation.
- Cancellation and Refund Policy:
a) Cancellations Made Up to 48 Hours Before the Tour Start Time:
You may cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before the scheduled start time of the tour. In this case, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid.
b) Cancellations Made Less Than 48 Hours Before the Tour Start Time or No-Show:
If you cancel within 48 hours of the tour's start time or fail to show up ("no-show"), no refund will be provided.
For detailed information, we recommend reviewing our full terms and conditions or contacting us directly.
