Douro Valley Wine Tour with Amarante: 2 Wineries, Lunch & Cruise
- 9–10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the very best of the Douro Valley and the charming town of Amarante in a single day. Begin your journey with time to explore Amarante before heading into the heart of the Douro Valley, where you'll visit two carefully selected wineries and taste renowned Port and DOC Douro wines. Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch with local wine, a scenic river cruise in Pinhão and some of the valley's most spectacular landscapes. Carefully designed to offer an authentic and well-balanced experience, this tour brings together wine, culture, local traditions and unforgettable scenery. Travel in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz vehicle and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere throughout the day.
Inclusions
What's included
- Scenic drive along the N222 road
- Premium air-conditioned transportation and professional tour guide
- Traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant, accompanied by DOC Douro wine
- Maximum group size of 19 guests
- 50-minute Douro River cruise including wine & snacks
- Two winery visits with guided tastings of Port and DOC Douro wines
- Stop in Amarante (30 minutes)
What's not
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Departure from Porto city center (Palácio da Bolsa) at 7:45 AM, heading towards the heart of the Douro Valley on a comfortable and scenic drive.
Stop in Amarante for free time to walk, take photos, or enjoy a coffee by the riverside
Drive by Peso da Régua, one of the most important towns in the Douro, surrounded by vineyards and river views.
Visit a traditional Douro Valley winery and discover the region’s rich winemaking heritage during a guided tour, followed by a tasting of carefully selected local wines.
Admire the historic Pinhão Railway Station, renowned for its stunning blue-and-white azulejo panels that tell the story of the Douro Valley’s wine culture and traditions.
Enjoy a scenic river cruise in Pinhão, one of the most iconic locations in the Douro Valley. Glide along the Douro River surrounded by terraced vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique perspective over this UNESCO World Heritage region.
The tour follows a scenic circular route through the Douro Valley, allowing you to admire some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes throughout the journey.
Savour a traditional Portuguese lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, featuring regional cuisine and local wine. Vegetarian options, dietary preferences and food allergies can be accommodated when communicated in advance.
Visit a traditional Douro Valley winery and discover the region’s rich winemaking heritage. Enjoy a guided tasting of carefully selected local wines while learning about the traditions and techniques that make Douro wines unique.
Sit back and relax on the scenic journey back to Porto, reflecting on a day of wine tastings, local traditions, authentic flavours and stunning Douro Valley landscapes. The return drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with arrival at Palácio da Bolsa, where the tour began, at around 6:00 PM.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- In front of the main entrance of (Palácio da Bolsa, Rua de Ferreira Borges, Porto). Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time. Your guide will be clearly identified with an Oporto Road Trips badge and will escort the group to the vehicle.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 19 travellers
- Operated by
- Oporto Road Trips
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter, so we recommend wearing light clothing during the warmer months and warmer layers in winter.
- We recommend bringing a bottle of water, particularly in the summer months, to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
- Weather Note: This tour operates in all weather conditions. All planned activities take place in covered or protected spaces, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience regardless of the weather.
- Not recommended for children - if you are bringing children, please inform us in advance, as car seating is mandatory by Portuguese law
How it compares in Porto
- Its from-price is 51% 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 23 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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