Authentic Douro Wine Tour Including Lunch and Optional River Cruise

1 day
Lunch
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About this activity
Immerse yourself in the natural and man made beauty of the Douro Valley on a full day tour from Porto. Traveling by air conditioned vehicle, enjoy views of picturesque landscapes far from the dust and crowds of the city center. Visit the 16th-cenutry monastery of São Gonçalo de Amarante, built in honor of Saint Gonçalo de Amarante.
Traveling into the heart of the Douro valley you will visit a port wine estate. Learning about the production method of different kinds of port wine as you walk through the vineyards. Then, taste the wines of the estate.
Continue through the Douro Valley enjoying panoramic views of sculptured landscape. There will be a stop at a local restaurant for lunch before driving to the village of Pinhão. Marvel at the Portuguese tiles that depict the beauty of the Douro Valley on the façade of the train station. You may take a 1-hour boat cruise before returning back to Porto.
Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off;
  • Small-group tour;
  • Expert tour guide;
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan;
  • Visit to a local olive oil producer and tasting;
  • Visit to two different wine producers + guided visits + wine tastings;
  • Lunch of typical Portuguese food;
  • Bottled water.
Not included
  • River cruise at Pinhão (not included on the price - extra 10
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant seats available
  • Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required;
  • Pick ups may start before 8h30 am.
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
70% Food
60% Aquatic
25%
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