Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines

Discover the elegance and legacy of the Casa de Mateus palace, one of the most beautiful examples of Baroque mannors in Portugal. The guided tour takes you through the museum, where you can explore the history of the family and its cultural impact, the stunning gardens and the imposing Chapel. In the end, you get to know the mannor's products, have a delicious lunch and a wine tasting session with 3 Douro wines. • Discover the iconic Mateus Palace, a jewel of Portuguese Baroque architecture. • Explore the formal gardens and richly decorated interiors of the house. • Taste authentic regional wines in a unique historical setting. • Learn about the connection between Casa de Mateus and the famous Mateus wines. • Enjoy the portuguese cuisine specialties in the lunch menu

1. 1

   Casa de Mateus

   3 hours

   The Casa de Mateus Foundation is a magnificent Baroque manor house that enchants with its imposing architecture and stunning gardens, the chapel, a museum full of art and relics, and the centuries-old cellar, where the region's winemaking tradition is preserved. The visit ends with a Douro wines tasting.

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   Stop 2

   1.5 hours

   Lunch at the Quinta do Lodeiro and wine cellars visit Starters: Pão d’Avó bread, seasoned olives, Shepherd cheese with Lamego ham, game meat Alheira sausage and a creamy carrot and orange soup Main Courses: Codfish Brás style or Crispy chicken Confit with garden salad, Rustic potatos with Aromatic olive oil reduction Paired with Douro white and red wines Dessert: Chocolate Cube Coffee

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Children up to 12 years old and less than 135cm tall (at the same time) must be secured by an approved restraint system adapted to their size and weight (seats with or without back support). Seats available.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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