Douro Valley Exclusive Tour: Intimate Vineyard Experiences and Authentic Portuguese Cuisine
4.9
66 Ratings
Porto
Experience an exclusive tour of Douro Valley, with intimate vineyard visits and authentic Portuguese cuisine. Avoid commercial places and immerse yourself in the genuine Portuguese culture.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Porto - Once you book it will be private (minimum 2 people up to 4)

If you mostly enjoy Regular wines from Douro region (dry), that is, in a more private way the tour for you, but of course you’ll be having also Port wines. Visiting Rome without seeing the Pope doesn’t make sense!
Let’s avoid to get up to early and skip the rush hour collecting you at 9:30 AM in your accommodation located in Porto or surroundings

We will have a journey of approximately 1:30h ahead to the Douro valley. But I always like to stop in the charming little town of Amarante which is 45 minutes away and give you some regional products.
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  • Amarante - Tast of a very refreshing green wine (white and red) with cheese and ham from the regionin a typical tavern in Amarante
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  • Celeiros - After 40 minutes of driving past Amarante, time to visit a family winery where we will visit the cellar with the presentation of Douro wines (white and red) and Porto wines.
    A variety of typical Portuguese dishes with options for vegetarians or other restrictions will be provided.
    Restrictions must be communicated at the time of booking.

  • Pinhao - After lunch, the trip will be 20 minutes with amazing views to the heart of the Douro Valley (Pinhão)
    In advance, the tour guide asks if you intend to take a trip on the typical Rabelo boats or visit a second winery for more wines.
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  • Porto - Time to return to Porto between 15:30 and 16:00 to avoid rush hour so that you don’t waste time in traffic and enjoy the end of the afternoon in Porto.
    The return trip is around 1:30 minutes.
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What's Included
  • Two winery visits with tastings of Douro and Port wines
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

This tour caters to a minimum of two people and guarantees privacy as no transportation is shared with others. We aim to steer clear from crowded, commercial sites and wineries, and instead guide you toward the most scenic, family-owned venues for an authentic immersion in Portuguese culture.

Our goal is to be more than just a guide, but a companion, unveiling a region which we take great pride in. The meals we arrange are top-notch, paired with distinguished wines, always keeping in mind to cater to our guests’ preferences.

  • Young people under 18 can only drink alcohol in the presence of their parents.
  • Options for vegetarians, vegans, or those with a specific allergy
Location
Porto
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mark_s
May 1, 2024
Great guide, scenery, food and of course-Wine - Our guide, Marcio, was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Douro Valley. We not only had excellent wines-including Port, but a very tasty lunch in the area. We highly recommend taking this tour as the scenery was like a calendar.
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Sarah_b
Apr 27, 2024
Stunning and quiet - My husband and I had a great time touring Douro Valley with Marcio. The route he chose allowed us to see a lot of the stunning landscape, while never stopping in a place that was overly crowded or touristic. His choice of small, family-run wineries was perfect. The staff at each stop were also fantastic, friendly, and knowledgeable. We made it back to Porto with full hearts, heads, and bellies.
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Sandra_c
Apr 22, 2024
Relaxing day with great wine and tasty food. - We had a great day tasting wine at three wineries. The wineries were artfully selected to give us a more personal and varied experience. We saw tour buses in the distrance but never got too close! Our "typical" local lunch was delicious with a variety of dishes to taste. Highly recommend this tour!
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Betsyann
Apr 11, 2024
Excellent way to experience a slice of the Douro Valley - We had an amazing day! Our guide was absolutely lovely, and was so knowledgeable about the region, the wines, and the food. We enjoyed our time with him very much, and feel we learned some interesting things as we traveled through the beautiful countryside. We highly recommend this experience.
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Will_r
Apr 6, 2024
A real local experience of the Duoro valley - Márcio was a wonderful guide. As soon as we booked we reached out to Márcio who answered all our questions very quickly and asked us some questions so he could make the day suit us and made suggestions so that we could avoid the usual tourist traps. He reached out again in advance of the tour to confirm everything was still OK for him. On the day of the tour Márcio arrived early and let us know he was there and his vehicle was spotless and comfortable. First up we stopped in a quaint village (Amarante) for a walk and some refreshments before reaching our first winery where we had amazing wine, port and stunning views in a small winery. Before lunch we visited another beautiful village for a wander and some refreshments before having lunch in a local spot and heading off to our final winery for an absolutely amazing selection of wine, port, honey and even olive oil. Throughout the say Márcio educated us on wine, life in Portugal and history. Although it was a long day we were entertained and extremely happy all day long. Honestly, we could not have had a better day. With Márcio's help it felt more like spending a day with a friend rather than a guide. Don't hesitate, just book.
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P7247zjalexeys
Apr 3, 2024
Amazing day out of Porto - You can tell Marcio loves wine and is doing his best to provide great experience to his guests. We visited a picturesque village and 2 very special wineries with a bunch of beautiful spots on the way. And lunch in the middle was beyond all praise! The tour is highly recommended to all wine lovers.
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Sourabh_c
Apr 1, 2024
Private Duoro Valley trip - We did a private all day Duoro valley trip with our guide and driver - Márcio Araújo. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and patient. The entire trip was done at our pace and he was very patient with our questions. The wineries chosen were off the beaten track and perfect. Qe travelled in a groupmof 3 with oir teenager, who for a cha he was also happy with the trip. Would highly recommend for anyone who want a personalised experience to Duoro Valley.
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Kingjulek
Mar 19, 2024
Wonderful spring experience in the Douro river valley - Overall this experience was wonderful and felt intimately personalized. Every location we visited had a different activity, it wasn’t just wine tasting. Additionally, we learned how the production of wine within the region varies widely, from industrial proportions to homemade traditions. We were treated with an extraordinary meal for lunch highlighting traditional Portuguese food and cooking techniques. Last but not least, the tour guide is a master class in hospitality and it was a pleasure to get to know him. He was flexible to our desires throughout the tour, and was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the valley and the production of wine.
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Molly_h
Mar 17, 2024
Great day in the Douro Valley - We had a wonderful time drinking wine and exploring the Douro Valley with our guide Marcio, who was so friendly and accommodating. We would definitely book again.
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Kristina_b
Mar 2, 2024
Gorgeous exploration with fabulous guide - We had a great trip to the Duoro Valley, could have spent so much longer. Our guide Márcio was fabulous. Knowledgeable, friendly but not intrusive, he shared his love of the area and historical facts about Portugal throughout, while allowing the 2 of us to have privacy and enjoy the experience. Could not recommend him more highly! He also brought us to delicious food along the way and sprinkled some extra side trips amongst the vineyards.
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