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Douro Valley Tour: 10-hour Douro Valley Tour with Wine Tasting & Cruise Included

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About this experience

✔ Health & safety measures apply
✔ Best-in-class experience
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 10 hours
MEETING POINT: Rua de Mouzinho da Silveira 352 - in front of the São Bento train station
STARTING TIME: 7.40 am
LANGUAGES: English, Portuguese, French and Spanish
OPENING SEASONS: Year-round
WHO CAN COME: Douro Valley tour is suitable for everyone. Children should be accompanied by an adult

Overview

Embark on an enriching Douro Valley tour that will immerse you in the captivating countryside, allowing you to discover its rich heritage, vibrant culture, and cherished traditions. Indulge in a visit to a prestigious wine estate, where you'll delve into the art of winemaking and savor the exquisite flavors of the region's renowned wines.

Experience Highlights

◾Explore the cultural and religious heritage of Amarante, a town with a rich historical legacy.
◾Relax and take in the stunning views during a 45-minute scenic cruise along the Douro River in Pinhão.
◾Savor a delicious homemade lunch at a panoramic restaurant, with a vegetarian option available.

About this Experience

✔ Health & safety measures apply
✔ Best-in-class experience
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 10 hours
MEETING POINT: Rua de Mouzinho da Silveira 352 - in front of the São Bento train station
STARTING TIME: 7.40 am
LANGUAGES: English, Portuguese, French and Spanish
OPENING SEASONS: Year-round
WHO CAN COME: Douro Valley tour is suitable for everyone. Children should be accompanied by an adult

Description - What to expect

Start your Douro Valley tour with a convenient pick-up and travel comfortably toward this UNESCO World Heritage Site where the green and the gold blend perfectly with the river course. Douro Region has enormous importance for the wine culture of its outstanding wines, including Port Wines. For more than 2.000 years, traditional landholders have produced Port Wine in the Douro.

Your first stop is in Amarante. This city became very important after Saint Gonçalo's arrival (1187-1259) - one of the most renowned saints in Christian history. He settled himself here after his pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem, making this city an important religious stop in Portugal. You may visit the convent and church, but also observe its beautiful bridge over the Tamega River or explore its beautiful historic center.

Your Douro Valley tour continues to the Galafura viewpoint. Also known as São Leonardo da Galafura viewpoint, this place will take your breath away. From the top of its 640 meters, you will have a privileged view over the Douro River and the surrounding landscape.

Stop for a traditional lunch to taste the best of the Douro's gastronomy in a family-owned restaurant, where the food follows homemade and familiar recipes. Then, continue to Pinhão, one of the most beautiful and charming villages of this region. Stop for a 45-minute panoramic relaxing cruise over the Douro River waters. Observe the imposing natural views and the gorgeous vineyards.

End your Douro Valley tour with a fantastic visit to a renowned wine estate to taste 3 excellent regional wines and learn all about the Port wine culture and making process. Return comfortably to Porto, observing the beautiful landscapes between the Douro and the city of Porto.

What's included, what's not

✔ Your expert guide
✔ Transportation in a comfortable small-group minibus
✔ Visit Amarante & the São Leonardo da Galafura viewpoint
✔ Full lunch
✔ Panoramic Douro River cruise at Pinhão (60 minutes)
✔ Renowned wine estate visit and guided tour with 3 wine tastings
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off (optional at an additional cost)

Free Cancellation

Free cancellation is available for this Douro Valley tour up to 48 hours before the start of the experience

What makes this experience unique?

The Douro Valley tour is so special for several reasons.

◾First, Douro Valley tour begins with a scenic journey to a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the stunning landscapes of green and gold harmonize with the winding river. The region is renowned for its rich wine culture, especially for producing exceptional Port wines for over 2,000 years.
◾The Douro Valley tour includes a stop in Amarante, a city of historical significance tied to Saint Gonçalo, an important figure in Christian history. Visitors can explore its beautiful bridge over the Tamega River, visit the convent and church, and enjoy the charming historic center.
◾Another highlight is the Galafura viewpoint, where you can take in breathtaking views of the Douro River and surrounding landscape from a height of 640 meters. This panoramic perspective adds a unique element to the experience.
◾The Douro Valley tour also features a traditional lunch at a family-owned restaurant, allowing you to savor the region's gastronomy through homemade recipes. Afterward, you can relax on a 45-minute panoramic cruise on the Douro River, soaking in the natural beauty and picturesque vineyards.
◾Finally, the Douro Valley tour culminates with a visit to a renowned wine estate where you can taste three excellent regional wines and learn about the Port wine culture and production process, deepening your appreciation for this iconic beverage

Good to know - practical information

◾ The Wine estates are subject to availability and may change to similar options, with no prior notice.
◾The Douro Valley tour duration is an estimation, subject to local traffic and visit schedules.
◾The services included in the tours (wine estate visits, restaurants, etc.) are subject to 3rd party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience.
◾Children and minors are totally at the parent’s responsibility.
◾All the activities run, even if it rains. If this is not possible, alternatives will be checked on the day. Subject to availability.
◾ The itinerary may be subject to changes without prior notice due to local circumstances or events

Description - What to expect

Start your Douro Valley tour with a convenient pick-up and travel comfortably toward this UNESCO World Heritage Site where the green and the gold blend perfectly with the river course. Douro Region has enormous importance for the wine culture of its outstanding wines, including Port Wines. For more than 2.000 years, traditional landholders have produced Port Wine in the Douro.

Your first stop is in Amarante. This city became very important after Saint Gonçalo's arrival (1187-1259) - one of the most renowned saints in Christian history. He settled himself here after his pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem, making this city an important religious stop in Portugal. You may visit the convent and church, but also observe its beautiful bridge over the Tamega River or explore its beautiful historic center.

Your Douro Valley tour continues to the Galafura viewpoint. Also known as São Leonardo da Galafura viewpoint, this place will take your breath away. From the top of its 640 meters, you will have a privileged view over the Douro River and the surrounding landscape.

Stop for a traditional lunch to taste the best of the Douro's gastronomy in a family-owned restaurant, where the food follows homemade and familiar recipes. Then, continue to Pinhão, one of the most beautiful and charming villages of this region. Stop for a 45-minute panoramic relaxing cruise over the Douro River waters. Observe the imposing natural views and the gorgeous vineyards.

End your Douro Valley tour with a fantastic visit to a renowned wine estate to taste 3 excellent regional wines and learn all about the Port wine culture and making process. Return comfortably to Porto, observing the beautiful landscapes between the Douro and the city of Porto.