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Embark on a captivating 10-hour journey through the stunning Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s first demarcated wine region.
This carefully organized tour combines history, culture and breathtaking scenery in a smooth and well-paced experience. Take in the valley’s sculpted landscapes from its most iconic viewpoints and enjoy a relaxing 1-hour river cruise along the Douro River. Visit two renowned wine estates for guided tastings and discover the craft behind Port and DOC Douro wines.
Your day also includes a traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor the authentic flavors of the region. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this experience offers a structured and enriching introduction to the Douro Valley’s heritage.
Designed to provide comfort, efficiency and authentic local insight, this tour delivers a complete Douro experience from start to finish.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the main entrance of Palácio da Bolsa (R. de Ferreira Borges 11, 4050-253 Porto). Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time. Your guide will be clearly identified with an Oporto Road Trips badge and will escort the group to the vehicle.
Itinerary
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Porto (Pass by)
Start the tour at your hotel or accommodation in Porto Downtown. Note: your address needs to be provided at booking or a few days before the tour takes place or a meeting point will be set. - PICK-UP IS EXCLUSIVE TO THE PORTO DOWNTOWN AREA. We DO NOT offer pick-up from Vila Nova de Gaia, Matosinhos, the Porto coastal area, or other locations outside the city center.
Admission ticket free -
1Peso Da Regua
Whenever possible we stop at the city of Peso da Régua, an historical city of the Douro Valley associated with the commerce of wine. Here we provide our guests a brief explanation about the city and allow some free time for a coffee and pictures.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Quinta do Tedo
Quinta do Tedo is one of several wineries that we can visit on our tour. In this visit you will learn about the wine-making process of Quinta do Tedo with a local guide. It includes a guided wine tasting session where you will be explained about the different wines to be tasted. NOTE: wineries or order of wineries visited may differ depending on their availability NOTE 2: Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Douro Valley
In the heart of the Douro Valley you will have the chance to visit Pinhão. In the past Pinhão used to be an important place for commerce and transport of the wine from Douro to Porto. The wine was first commercialized and next shipped in the traditional Rabelo boat to remain aging in Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the river in Porto. In the village of Pinhão we stop for a 1h river cruise as well as we have lunch at a traditional local restaurant. NOTE: Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Quinta do Beijo
Quinta do Beijo is the second winery of several wineries that we can visit on our tour. This is a small local winery with very good wines that can not be bought in the city. The visit is usually done by the owner of the property himself while he tells you more about the production and the flavors of its wines. NOTE: wineries or order of wineries visited may differ depending on their availability NOTE 2:Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Porto (Pass by)
We return to Porto from Douro Valley close to 6:00 PM, where our guide will leave you at your selected drop off point.
Admission ticket free -
Douro River (Pass by)
Most of the tour has the Douro river as the scenic scenary through the day. The wineries that are visited offer incredible views to the river.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required;
- Pick-up service starts at 7:45 AM (NOT 8:00 AM)
- The day before the tour, you will receive an email with the name of your guide and the vehicle details (brand and license plate number)
- 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;
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required;
- Pick-up service starts at 7:45 AM (NOT 8:00 AM)
- The day before the tour, you will receive an email with the name of your guide and the vehicle details (brand and license plate number)
- 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.
- 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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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