Sao Cristovao Private Tour Experience

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour emphasizes two of the Douro Valley wine-producing villages for visitors to this UNESCO World Heritage region: Favaios and Provesende. We will visit them!
Among the Douro wine villages, you’ll find the remains of Romanesque churches, 17th century palaces; traditions and handicrafts and well-established wine estates (quintas). Plus some incredible scenery.
Favaios is known for its fortified moscatel wine, which is lighter and often more refreshing than port wine and it's also known due to their traditional bakeries.
The village of Provesende itself has a surprising number of grand manor houses decorated with stone coats of arms.
Between these two villages we will visit a wine producer and will taste his wines with a typical picnic lunch.
Breathtaking views will follow us all day!

What's Included

Private transportation
Wine and olive oil tastings
Typical bread tasting
Typical picnic

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick-up travelers at the Pinhão train station or at the Hotel when they choose this option.

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Meeting point
Train Station Pinhão

Please go to the main building with the blue tiles.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Casal de Loivos Viewpoint

    From this amazing viewpoint you can see wave after wave of mountains beyond the wide expanse of the Douro River where you may spot a cruise ship gliding towards the quayside at Pinhão. The slope between the river and where you stand is decorated with geometrical vineyards, rows of olive trees, vegetable plots and houses. Described as one of the 6 best views in the world!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Favaios

    Favaios is a historic wine-growing village in the Alijó municipality of Northern Portugal’s Douro Valley. Set on a high plateau about 130 km from Porto, it is world-renowned for producing sweet, golden Moscatel de Favaios fortified wine and traditional four-cornered wood-fired oven bread.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Traditional bread from Manuela “Barriguda.”

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Visit to the winery and museum, with wine, olive oil and picnic lunch included. Hosted by the family.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Provesende

    This charming village boasts historic mansions and the richly decorated Baroque Mother Church, a must-see for history enthusiasts.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Miradouro Torguiano De Sao Cristovao Do Douro

    Miradouro Torguiano is a scenic viewpoint located in São Cristovão do Douro, Portugal, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Douro Valley landscape. Nestled among vineyards and rolling hills, this lookout serves as a popular spot for visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the region. The panoramic vistas make it a great place for photography and quiet reflection, attracting those looking to enjoy the serene ambiance of this charming area.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Douro Walks

Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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