Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)

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Overview

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 immersive tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Marvel at the valley’s sculpted landscapes from its most iconic viewpoints, and experience the tranquility of a 1-hour river cruise along the Douro River. Delight your palate with wine tastings at two renowned wine estates, where you’ll gain insight into the meticulous craft of winemaking.

Complete your day with a sumptuous traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant, savoring the authentic flavors of the region. Guided by knowledgeable locals, this tour provides an authentic and intimate perspective of the Douro Valley’s heritage.

Designed for small groups, it ensures a personalized and unforgettable experience.

What's Included

Stops at the best lookout points, perfect for enjoying and photographing the iconic landscapes
Visit to two exclusive wineries, including tastings of Port Wines and Douro DOC Wines
Comfortable transportation in a 9-seater van with air conditioning, accommodating up to 8 guests
Bottled water provided throughout the tour for your comfort
Scenic tour by the famous N222 road, often considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world
Small group tour up to 8 people for a personalized, exclusive and authentic local experience
1-hour river cruise on the Douro River, aboard a typical "Rabelo" boat, offering breathtaking views
Hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off in Porto (center) ensuring convenience for all the guests
Traditional lunch, including options of fish, vegetarian/vegan, or gluten-free - upon request
Accompaniment by a professional tour guide, knowledgeable in local history and culture

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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING PICK-UP SERVICE**- 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.- We do pick up from private addresses and Airbnbs within the downtown area. If your address or hotel does not appear while booking, please contact us directly so we can assist.- For addresses outside the pick-up zone or in locations with difficult access (e.g., pedestrian-only streets, narrow streets, or areas with heavy traffic), we will assign a central meeting point in Porto (e.g., Porto Cathedral or another accessible location).- If you are traveling with another reservation for the same tour and date, this must be indicated at the time of booking. If we are informed after pick-up details have been sent (the day before), changes will not be possible.- Pick-up service begins at 8:00 AM. Please be ready and waiting by 8:00 AM sharp to avoid delays or missing the tour.- You will receive the exact pick-up time and location the day before your tour, by the end of the day. Please confirm receipt to ensure smooth coordination.NOTE FOR TRAVEL AGENCIES: If the client’s contact information is not provided, the agency assumes full responsibility in the event of a no-show due to communication failure.

What To Expect

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.

Peso 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

Quinta 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 availabilityNOTE 2: Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The 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

Quinta 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 availabilityNOTE 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.

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.

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Specialized infant seats are available
Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required;
Pick-up service starts at 8:00 AM (NOT 8:30 AM)
We send the exact pick-up time by mail the evening before the tour takes place - please confirm reception of message and be ready in advance for pick-up to avoid delays or missing the tour.
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.
You can also be picked up from a private address other than hotels in Porto downtown area/city center only (Vila Nova de Gaia and Matosinhos cities are outside pick-up limits).
If your address is outside pick-up limits or in an area of difficult access (examples: pedestrian street/narrow street/place with very elevated traffic volume) we will set a meeting point a few minutes away so that you can board our van.
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST). Read more Apr 2025