Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto with Lunch, Wine Tasting and Cruise

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Duration: 10 hours

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Guide: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Experience Highlights

Explore the beauty of the Douro Valley on a full day tour from Porto that combines culture, landscapes, gastronomy and wine. This small group tour takes you to some of the region's most emblematic spots, including Amarante, the Galafura viewpoint, Pinhão and a historic winery with wine tasting included.

The tour is professionally guided and includes a traditional 3-course lunch with vegetarian option, a panoramic cruise on the Douro and Port wine tasting. Departure is from the centre of Porto, in front of São Bento station.

The experience lasts approximately 10 hours and is a comfortable and complete way to get to know one of the most important wine regions in the world.

Enjoy a wine tasting in a Douro winery.
Sail along the Douro River on a scenic cruise.
Lunch in a traditional restaurant with spectacular views.

What’s included

Professional guide
Guided tour and free time in Amarante
Stop at the viewpoint of São Leonardo da Galafura
Traditional Portuguese lunch in a restaurant (Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available if informed when booking).

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Step by Step

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided tour from Porto that combines the best of history, wine and nature. This full day experience will allow you to discover the true soul of northern Portugal, its charming villages, unique gastronomy and famous terraced vineyards.

The first stop is Amarante, a village with a strong religious tradition and charming architecture. Stroll through its historic centre and learn about the history of St. Gonzalo, a revered figure in the region. Afterwards, the tour continues to the imposing viewpoint of São Leonardo de Galafura, where you can enjoy one of the best views of the Douro River.

You will then enjoy a delicious regional lunch in a panoramic restaurant. Savour local specialities, with a vegetarian option available, while contemplating the landscape that has inspired poets and painters. Next stop is Pinhão, a picturesque village on the banks of the Douro, where you will relax with a 45-minute river cruise.

Finally, you'll visit a prestigious port wine cellar where you'll taste three different wines and learn about the process of making this famous product. With all this, you will return to Porto with the feeling of having lived one of the most complete and unforgettable experiences of your trip.

Reviews

4.5

· 1.635 Reviews

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H. T.
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The excursion to the Douro Valley was an incredible experience with dreamlike scenery, although the lunch could be improved in quality to match the excellence of the wine and the cruise.
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K. A.
5
The excursion to the valley with wine tasting and cruise was an amazing experience, with breathtaking scenery and a delicious lunch, highly recommended!
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L. L.
4
I loved this excursion because I got to see beautiful vineyards and taste delicious wines. The food and the boat ride made the day perfect.
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G. M.
5
The excursion to the Douro Valley was the best, we ate delicious food and the wine was great. The boat trip was amazing, highly recommended!

Meeting point

Calçada de Vandoma, Porto – right next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for staff dressed in red and clearly identified as Living Tours.
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Other Things You Should Know

This activity may be conducted in two or more languages simultaneously, at the guide’s discretion.
When checking the calendar, bear in mind that not all languages will be available every day.
The excursion lasts approximately 10 hours. It is subject to local traffic, visiting times, etc.
Tours are conducted in one or more languages, subject to availability
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Child seats are available.
Timetables are subject to change without notice.
We support our communities. By taking a tour with us, you are contributing to our cause: we provide a meal for the homeless and those in need.
A minimum number of participants is required for the tour to go ahead. If the minimum is not reached, you will be offered the option to change the date or receive a full refund.
The excursion may be cancelled or altered due to adverse weather conditions. In the event of cancellation, you will be offered the option to change the date or receive a full refund.
The cruise is the responsibility of the cruise operator (subject to weather and sailing conditions).
It is not wheelchair accessible.
If you are booking separately from other people, please inform the provider so that you can be seated together (subject to availability)

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