Private Douro Valley Wine Tour: 2 Wine Estates, Lunch and Cruise

Discover the wine culture and breathtaking landscapes of the Douro Valley on a full-day journey through one of Portugal’s most celebrated wine regions and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit two carefully selected wine estates and discover the history and traditions behind Douro winemaking. Learn how grapes are cultivated and transformed into wine, from the vineyards to the cellar, while enjoying 6 wine tastings. Continue with a traditional lunch accompanied by Douro wines, giving you the chance to savour authentic local flavours in a relaxed setting. To complete your experience, enjoy a scenic 50-minute cruise along the Douro River. Admire the spectacular terraced vineyards, rolling hills, and peaceful landscapes that have shaped the region’s unique identity for centuries. With winery visits and tastings, traditional lunch with Douro wines, and a river cruise included, this tour offers a complete introduction to the flavours, heritage, and scenery of the Douro Valley.

1. 1

   Porto

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   Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to the renown Douro region. On your way to the Douro, the guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage. Half Way through the drive to the Douro Region we will do a short stop for a coffee break.

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   The Douro Valley

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   Welcome to the Douro Region, famous for it's valley, Unesco World Heritage site, the oldest demarked wine region with unique landscapes of vinyards and the magical Douro river giving you the perfect background for a day of amazing wine tastings.

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   Sabrosa

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   Arriving in Sabrosa we will do our first visit of the day. We will discover the first of two wineries where you learn about the wine production and history of Douro Region, and its wines. You will have the oportunity to taste different wines before the lunch. A complete lunch will be served by the end of the visit: a full traditional portuguese meal with entrance, main dish, dessert, pairing with Douro red or white wine.

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   Stop 4

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   After lunch we will drive through the windy Douro roads on the way to Pinhão and we will do a quick photo stop at one of the most impressive viewpoints of the region. Enjoy the views and share with your friends and collegues on social media!

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   Pinhao

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   It's now time to sail! Enjoy a 50 minutes scenic cruise on the Douro river departing from Pinhão on board of a traditional Rebelo boat.

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   Stop 6

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   National Road 222: drive through the most beautiful road in the world Did you know that one of the most beautiful roads in the world is Portuguese? We talk about the Estrada Nacional 222, which takes you to discover the incredible Douro wine region. On our tour will pass on this amazing road and point out the most scenic views.

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   Folgosa

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   Our wine tour is not over yet! There is time to visit one more renown Winery. The winery expert guide will walk you through the estate ,explaining the process from the vinyard to the bottle ending with a magnificent tasting of three different types of wines.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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