Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise
From€125
8 hours
Porto, Portugal
About this activity
Discover the beauty of Portugal's Douro Valley on a guided tour featuring vineyard visits, a traditional lunch, and a scenic river cruise.
Highlights
- Explore the scenic Douro Valley vineyards
- Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch at a local winery
- Cruise along the picturesque Douro River
- Learn about the region's rich wine-making history
- Experience the charm of Portugal's wine country
Full description
Immerse yourself in the enchanting Douro Valley, renowned for its terraced vineyards and rich wine-making heritage. This full-day tour offers a comprehensive experience, beginning with a guided visit to local vineyards where you'll learn about the traditional wine production methods. Savor a delectable Portuguese lunch at a charming winery, accompanied by tastings of the region's finest wines. In the afternoon, embark on a leisurely river cruise along the Douro River, taking in the breathtaking landscapes and picturesque villages that dot the valley. This excursion provides a perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable addition to your Portuguese adventure.
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Douro Valley vineyards
- Traditional Portuguese lunch at a local winery
- Scenic river cruise along the Douro River
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
1
Start the tour at your hotel or accommodation in Porto Downtown, at 8:00 AM. We will then travel towards the Douro Valley. Note: your address needs to be provided at booking or a few days before the tour takes place or a meeting point will be set. - PICK-UP IS EXCLUSIVE TO THE PORTO DOWNTOWN AREA. We DO NOT offer pick-up from Vila Nova de Gaia, Matosinhos, the Porto coastal area, or other locations outside the city center.
Duration: 1h 45mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2
Whenever possible we stop at the city of Peso da Régua, an historical city of the Douro Valley associated with the commerce of wine. Here we provide our guests a brief explanation about the city and allow some free time for a coffee and pictures.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Quinta do Tedo is one of several wineries that we can visit on our tour. In this visit you will learn about the wine-making process of Quinta do Tedo with a local guide. It includes a guided wine tasting session where you will be explained about the different wines to be tasted. NOTE: wineries or order of wineries visited may differ depending on their availability NOTE 2: Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
Duration: 1h 15mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
In the heart of the Douro Valley you will have the chance to visit Pinhão. In the past Pinhão used to be an important place for commerce and transport of the wine from Douro to Porto. The wine was first commercialized and next shipped in the traditional Rabelo boat to remain aging in Vila Nova de Gaia, just across the river in Porto. In the village of Pinhão we stop for a 1h river cruise as well as we have lunch at a traditional local restaurant. NOTE: Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
Duration: 2h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Most of the tour has the Douro river as the scenic scenary through the day. The wineries that are visited offer incredible views to the river.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
6
Quinta do Beijo is the second winery of several wineries that we can visit on our tour. This is a small local winery with very good wines that can not be bought in the city. The visit is usually done by the owner of the property himself while he tells you more about the production and the flavors of its wines. NOTE: wineries or order of wineries visited may differ depending on their availability NOTE 2:Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
Duration: 1h 15mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7
We will drive back to Porto from Douro Valley and return close to 6:00 PM (depending on traffic), where our guide will leave you at your selected drop off point.
Duration: 1h 45mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
- Please be on time to ensure timely departure and full enjoyment of the tour.
- At the time of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel for pickup arrangements.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and vineyard views.
- Consider bringing a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
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
Good to know
- This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 guests for a more personal experience
- Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available. Please advise at the time of booking
- Pick-up service starts at 7:50 AM. The exact time will be confirmed the day before
- You will receive an email the day before your tour with your guide’s name and vehicle details
- Not recommended for children. If traveling with children, please inform us in advance (car seats are mandatory by Portuguese law)
- The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter. Please dress accordingly
- All activities take place in covered or protected areas, ensuring a comfortable experience in any weather conditions
- Important for Travel Agencies - If booking on behalf of a client, please ensure the traveler’s direct contact details are provided;
- Important for Travel Agencies - Pick-up details are sent the day before the tour (until 21:30 Portugal time). Failure to communicate this information may result in a no-show
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So much fun with Luis!
We had the best experience during this tour! Our guide Luis was informative, hilarious, and super accommodating. He knows so much about history, wine, and Porto. This tour was educational, fun, and a great value. The sights were beautiful and the wine was delicious. My friends and I had a great time and Luis really made the experience memorable and a blast! Book with him!
151reesekJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Small wine tour with boat trip up the Duomo
Brilliant guide IVO. 1st vineyard exceptional second vineyard entertaining not on same level and operators language may offend some.Overall great day
Paula DJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Amazing experience!
Had an amazing tour guide in Jorge, he made the experience truly memorable. We chose the small group tour so we could have a more personal experience, and it was well worth it. If you have only a day to spend at Douro, this is the best way to experience what it has to offer.
alioN5145KBJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Best tour guide!!!
We had an excellent time on our small group tour through the Douro Valley. Big shout out to our tour guide, Luis! He was prompt, super informative and made us feel really comfortable despite the heat! He absolutely made our tour!! Both wineries were a great experience, and it was great to learn more about Port Wine. Lunch was also super tasty, they had very generous portions and was complimented with wine. Despite the day being long, it flew by and was a thorough and super fun tour. Thankyou Luis!!
412nikolagJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR
The duoro valley is...
The duoro valley is absolutely stunning and this tour was an excellent way of seeing the valley, tasting the wines and eating tradition Portuguese food in a small town. We had a really fun group which made the experience even better. The guide was not totally engaging or exciting, but was still a great day as we made our own fun. Highly recommend.
Gannon_CJul 5, 2026VIATOR
Additional information
Possibility of vegetarian or gluten free meal, please advise at time of booking if required;
Pick-up service starts at 8:00 AM (NOT 8:30 AM)
We send the exact pick-up time by mail the evening before the tour takes place - please confirm reception of message and be ready in advance for pick-up to avoid delays or missing the tour.
Douro Valley's temperature is very high in the summer and cold in the winter. Thus, light clothes in summer and warm clothes in the winter are recommended;
Weather Note: All of our activities happen in covered and protected spaces - we guarantee a safe and comfortable tour despite any weather conditions.
Not recommended for children - if you are bringing children, please inform us in advance, as car seating is mandatory by Portuguese law.
You can also be picked up from a private address other than hotels in Porto downtown area/city center only (Vila Nova de Gaia and Matosinhos cities are outside pick-up limits).
If your address is outside pick-up limits or in an area of difficult access (examples: pedestrian street/narrow street/place with very elevated traffic volume) we will set a meeting point a few minutes away so that you can board our van.
NOTE TO TRAVEL AGENCIES: While we understand that your office may be closed when we send our confirmations due to different timezones if you do not provide the client's direct contact number/email, you are responsible for contacting the client at the time we send the pick-up details (day before the tour takes place, by the end of the day, UNTIL 23:00 PM, PORTUGAL TIME) - Travel Agencies assume responsibility if the client does not show up due to the lack of communication between them.