Douro Valley Private Wine Tour
From€215
9 hours
Porto, Portugal
About this activity
Discover the picturesque Douro Valley on a private tour from Porto, featuring a guided visit to a renowned wine estate and a traditional Portuguese lunch.
Highlights
- Explore the scenic Douro Valley
- Visit a renowned wine estate
- Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch
- Learn about winemaking traditions
- Experience breathtaking river views
Full description
Experience the enchanting Douro Valley on a private tour from Porto. Begin your day with comfortable transportation to the valley, where you'll visit a renowned wine estate. Enjoy a guided tour of the vineyards and cellars, learning about the region's rich winemaking traditions. Savor a traditional Portuguese lunch, accompanied by local wines, and take in the breathtaking views of the Douro River and terraced hillsides. This full-day excursion offers a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and natural beauty, ensuring a memorable experience in one of Portugal's most scenic regions.
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Porto
- Guided tour of a local wine estate
- Traditional Portuguese lunch
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
Itinerary
1
Pass by: Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and 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.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2
Welcome to Amarante! Visitors will be awed by the majestic Serra do Marão and the Tâmega River, the longest tributary of the Douro. Legend says a Roman centurion named Amarantus founded this city, while St. Gonçalo, a Benedictine monk, built its famous bridge in the 13th century. Don't miss the renowned local sweets: papos de anjo, brisas do Tâmega, toucinho do céu, bolos de São Gonçalo, and galhofas.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Our second stop will be about 640 meters high. The lovely São Leonardo da Galafura Viewpoint is located in between Vila Real and Peso da Régua, on a place of Great natural beauty over the amazing Douro River, confirming the excellence of the ancient and historical Trás-os-Montes region. Here, the sights are breathtaking, with the Douro River leading the attentions, trimmed by the steep soils where the famous Douro wine is planted, providing wonderful landscapes.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
It's now time for Lunch! Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you will have a delicious traditional portuguese meal with drinks included. Try some of most traditional portuguese gastronomy pairing with some local Douro table wine. (Vegetarian option during lunch is available, make sure you request it during the booking process)
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Pass by: The N222 road, classified as the most beautiful road in the world, 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.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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.
Duration: 50 minAdmission: YES
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.
Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is conducted in English; please ensure you understand the language.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
- Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and vineyard tours.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and vineyard views.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for wine tasting sessions.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- The cruise is under the responsibility of the cruise operator (subject to weather and navigation conditions)
- Duration: the hours of duration are approximate hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
- We pick up from any hotel in Porto center. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.Reservation is mandatory and requires na emai request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours befor the date of the servisse. Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
- The services included in the tours (wine estate visits, restaurants, etc) are subject to 3rd party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience. Schedules may change without prior notice.
- Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
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The Douro Valley was spectacular, as we thought it would be, the tasting, the lunch, the fun was the surprise.
A shout out to the personality of Anabela our guide. She was an absolute gem making sure we were where we needed to be and when with a bundle of laughter. Every part of the day was great. The tasting, the boat ride and the lunch. A wonderful fun day.
Michele GJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Amazing experience!! 10/10 Bernardo was excellent!!!!
We had an amazing time at the Douro Valley on this tour! Our guide Bernardo was amazing! He gave us lots of history and time to enjoy the amazing views and wines of the Douro Valley!! The views, lunch, and wines were all so amazing! Highly recommend a private tour if you have a group to do it with. We opted out out of boat tour since some of our group gets seasick and spent more time tasting wine and taking in views instead! Douro Valley is a must when you are visiting northern Portugal!!
Trail35326667517Jun 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Definitely do from Porto.
Very fascinating and varied trip. Pedro Costa is a competent and pleasant guide. Smooth multilingual. Silvino a skilled driver. Highly recommended.
Trail63107379622Jun 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Bernardo is terrific.
Full day in Douro River valley- one stop at a winery for educational over and one at a winery for 🥗 lunch.
G4965FPsharoncJun 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Would do it again
Bernardo was our driver and guide. He was professional, witty and well informed. The tour was very enjoyable.
ramrG1555EXJun 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
The cruise is under the responsibility of the cruise operator (subject to weather and navigation conditions)
Duration: the hours of duration are approximate hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
We pick up from any hotel in Porto center. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.Reservation is mandatory and requires na emai request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours befor the date of the servisse. Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
The services included in the tours (wine estate visits, restaurants, etc) are subject to 3rd party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience. Schedules may change without prior notice.
Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto