Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise

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Itinerary

1. Your experience starts at our Meeting Point, next to S. Bento Station and you will meet your guide that will drive you to the Amarante, our first stop. On your way to the Douro Region, your guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.

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2. Amarante, our first stop, features the majestic Serra do Marão and the river Tâmega, which flows through the city and adds charm to its picturesque houses. The city, possibly founded by the Roman centurion Amarantus, links the provinces of Minho and Trás-os-Montes. In the 13th century, St. Gonçalo, a Benedictine monk and the city's patron saint, built a bridge over the Tâmega. Amarante is also renowned for its sweets, including papos de anjo, brisas do Tâmega, toucinho do céu, bolos de São Gonçalo, and galhofas, which can be found in local cake-shops and cafés.

   45 min

3. Our second stop, at 640 meters high, is the São Leonardo da Galafura Viewpoint between Vila Real and Peso da Régua. This spot offers breathtaking views of the Douro River and the steep, vineyard-covered slopes of the historic Trás-os-Montes region.

   30 min

4. It's now time for Lunch! Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you will have a delicious traditional all-inclusive portuguese meal. Try some of most traditional portuguese gastronomy pairing with some local Douro table wines. (Vegetarian option for lunch is available, make sure you request it during the booking process)

   1 h

5. The N222 road is classified as the most beautiful road in the world and guides us along the south bank of the Douro River, for miles of pleasure, fascination and beautiful surroundings into the very heart of the Douro Wine Region.

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6. Time to Sail on a scenic Rabelo boat, sided by terraces where the vines that produce ours, and yet so global, Port grow. The vision from the river to both banks, in areas where only vineyards and wine farms exist, is a unique experience.

   50 minAdmission included

7. For an authentic vineyard experience, you will visit a vineyard estate, in the heart of the Douro Valley. Discover the secrets of the vineyards as you take a guided walking tour through the property, stopping at points of interest along the way and taking in the magnificent landscape of the vineyards. During the guided visit, and before returning to Porto, you will also enjoy the unforgettable experience of tasting of different wines.

   1.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 6,564 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5We Saw and Learned So Much!

  Paulo was an excellent driver and skillfully and meticulously planned parking, stops, and turns. Kiko is top notch guide. He speaks fluent English and Spanish and is very knowledgeable. Kiko explained the itinerary well and taught a LOT of history and culture. It was a beautiful day and the most 'worth it' tour ever.

  Christy_ASeptember 2026via Viator

• 5Wine tasting with amazing views and great tour guide

  Our guide Miguel in particular and our driver Pedro have provided a great experience during our first visit to the Douro valley. The guide kept us engaged with quizzes and fun facts about the region and the wine, it all made our trip interesting. The wine tasting experience was in the beautiful setting of a family run wine business. I would recommend the experience and would book again on a next visit.

  NicoletaN64September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Exceptional Douro Valley Tour

  Miguel was a fantastic guide. Pedro was a great driver safely taking us from one stop to the next. Miguel and Pedro effectively worked together to navigate Portuguese traffic. Miguel also made the drives from one stop to another entertaining with stories and jokes. We went to a private vineyard tasting, a wonderful traditional Portuguese lunch, and a picturesque boat ride. It was a jam packed 10 hours with 27 people. I’d recommend it for everyone especially those who like wine.

  ajh797September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Very pleasant trip

  We enjoyed a wonderful variety of interesting and fun activities throughout our Douro Valley trip with our guide, Miguel, and our driver, Pedro. Miguel was energetic, engaging, and enthusiastic, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. His lively approach kept us entertained throughout the day, while Pedro made the journey smooth and safe. A great way to experience the beautiful Douro Valley!

  Getaway65048416702September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Douro Valley Tour with Miguel

  We had a wonderful time with Miguel and Pedro on our tour. Pedro was an amazing driver on the very windy and hilly roads of the Douro Valley. Miguel was incredibly knowledgeable, fun and interactive throughout the tour. It was a great balance to experience all of the Douro Valley

  879ayeshawSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Miguel is the best!

  Excellent from Miguel and Pedro! So much good information and entertainment :)

  Dil1992September 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Porto

• Its from-price is 57% below the median of the 408 day trips we list in Porto.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 408.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Porto

Porto tumbles down steep hills to the Douro River, a granite city of tiled churches, riverside cellars and port wine aged across the water.

The Ribeira district lines the riverbank with colourful houses, cafés and boats, part of a UNESCO-listed old centre beneath the iron arches of the Dom Luís I Bridge. Above it, the São Bento station hall is covered in blue-and-white azulejo tiles, the Clérigos Tower rises above the rooftops, and the Sé cathedral stands on its hill.

Top-ranked sights in Porto: Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos), Dom Luis Bridge (Ponte de Dom Luis I), Porto Cathedral (Sé Catedral do Porto).

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