Douro River Cruise
Spend a delightful day in the Douro Valley on this private full-day driving excursion from Porto, including visits to 2 wineries, lunch and a river cruise.
Visitors to Porto who wish to explore more of this gorgeous corner of Portugal should head north to experience the Douro Valley, one of the oldest and most scenic wine regions in the world. Winding along the Douro River, the region is characterized by its steep slopes and distinctive terraced vineyards, carved into the schist mountainsides. On our fascinating private full-day excursion, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the delights of the Douro with an experienced driver guide visiting two of its prestigious wineries, enjoying an authentic local lunch and embarking on a relaxing river cruise from the picturesque town of Pinhão.
On this private full-day excursion, you will:
Journey into the heart of the Douro Valley on this exhilarating private full-day excursion to one of the world’s most impressive wine regions. Your tour will begin directly from your hotel in Porto, where your private driver-guide will pick you up and set the stage for a day rich in history, culture, and viticulture. As you leave the city behind, the landscape will soon transform into rolling vineyards, dramatic hills, and the winding Douro River. As you soak up these incredible views, your guide can share further insights into the particular history, geography and folklore of the region and how this has influenced wine production across the centuries. You will venture deeper into the Douro, where you will visit two exceptional wineries, each offering a distinct perspective on winemaking. At the first estate, a sleek, modern winery, you’ll discover how contemporary techniques are shaping the future of DOC Douro wines and have a chance to taste some of the most innovative blends on the market.
You will also enjoy an authentic Portuguese gastronomy with a relaxed, al fresco lunch where the rich regional flavours of the Douro take centre stage. After your meal, you will make your way to the picturesque village of Pinhão to enjoy a serene 45-minute cruise along the Douro River, floating past the characteristic terraced vineyards that have produced world-class wines for hundreds of years. For the second winery visit, you’ll explore a traditional, family-run Quinta, stepping back in time to experience age-old winemaking traditions, from hand-harvested vines to granite lagares used for foot-treading grapes. You’ll also have the opportunity to indulge in an expertly guided tasting of Port wine, Douro’s most famous export, savouring the unique characteristics of each vintage.
Once it is time to return to Porto, your guide will take you on a scenic, winding drive back to your hotel, allowing you to soak in the beauty of the valley one last time. This immersive experience provides an in-depth look at the history, culture, and flavours of the Douro, leaving you with a deep appreciation for Portugal’s most celebrated wine region.
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