Douro Valley full-day wine experience

Porto, Portugal
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Overview
Duration
10h
Languages
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Get ready to discover the wine region of Douro Valley, a unique area characterized by vineyards surrounding the Douro River, and a long tradition of winemaking and gastronomy.This full-day tour will begin with a pick-up at your hotel in Porto to start a comfortable ride until reaching the Douro Valley. Accompanied by a local guide, you'll discover the history and culture of the region, which was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, as well as the most important factors that contributed over thousands of years to forge and sculpt this singular wine country. Don't miss the opportunity to visit a premium winery and taste a wide variety of Portuguese wines, that exemplify the quality and the diversity of Douro Wine Valley Ports, Reds, and White Wines. After the first part of the tour, get ready to discover the local flavors and relish a gastronomic experience at a restaurant of the starred Michelin Chef Rui Paula, where a Sommelier will wine pair the meal you choose with Douro Doc Wines. After lunch, you'll discover the art of winemaking visiting a Port Wine Winery boutique where the grapes are still trodden by feet in the traditional open granite "Lagares" from 200 years ago. Don't miss the opportunity to learn and taste several different Port Styles paired with special treats.This unique experience couldn't end without exploring the village of Pinhao considered the heart of the Douro country, where you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing 1-hour boat ride through the waters of the Douro River surrounded by all sides of the stunning terraced vineyard landscapes. Onboard, you'll be offered an exclusive and delicate selection of 40-years-old Tawny Port paired with homemade roasted almonds.

What to remember

Important info

  • Please confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local operator. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
  • You can select a small-group tour or a private tour, see the calendar
  • The minimum number of people is 2
  • The maximum number of people per group is 6
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What's included
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off. Full-day guided tour. Visit an only winery with wine tasting. Lunch at a restaurant of the Chef Rui Paula. Boat tour through the Douro River with wine tasting and snacks
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What's not included
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Tips (optional)
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Highlights

Explore the landscapes of the Douro Valley. Discover the art of winemaking. Taste the flavors of the Portuguese cuisine. Relish a relaxing boat ride

Operating days

Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Cancellation Policy
Unfortunately, our partner's policy does not allow us to refund, cancel or change this booking.
Provider
Douro Exclusive (Beyond Dialogue)
Meeting Point

Hotel pick-up