Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise
Enjoy an all inclusive tour through the unique Douro Valley and discover fabulous landscapes in this region, on this 10-hour tour from Porto. Learn about the unique culture and heritage of this old demarcated region. Enjoy a guided visit and wine tastings to one of the most renowned wineries (Croft / Taylor's group or Calém / Burmester group.
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English - Meeting Point
English: The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
What's included in Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
PortoPass-by Only
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.
Amarante
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.
Miradouro de Sao Leonardo de Galafura
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.
Inclusions
- Renown Wine estate guided visit with tasting of 3 wines
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- Amarante, São Leonardo de Galafura viewpoint & Road N222
- Panoramic Douro River Cruise on a Traditional Rabelo Boat from Pinhão
- Lunch (Vegetarian & Gluten-free options available if informed in advance)
- Professional Guide & Comfortable Small Group Minibus
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
- Hotel Pick up and drop off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available if requested before the tour. Inform us before the tour starts.
- Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used.
- 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 and Itinerary may change without prior notice.
- Group size maximum capacity is 27 people.
- 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
- For the Pick-up option: Please note that pickups are only available from hotels located within Porto city center. Unfortunately, pickups outside this area are not possible
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meeting Point: Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours. They’ll be ready to check you in and introduce you to your guide for the tour.
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Meeting Point: Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours. They’ll be ready to check you in and introduce you to your guide for the tour.
