Douro Valley Half Day Tour: 1 Wine Estate & Cruise - 6 Hours

Thi s tour highlights the natural beauty and cultural significance of t he Douro Valley, one of the oldest and most prestigious wine-producing regions in the world , classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The journey is carried out in total comfort aboard a minibu s, always accompanied by a specialized guide who will share interesting facts and relevant information about the region throughout the day. Departure is at 08:00 from the meeting point at Calçada da Vandoma , heading towards the Douro Valley through landscapes marked by terraced vineyards and the winding Douro River. The first experience of the day will be a visit to a prestigious Douro winery , a historic estate linked to wine production in the region for centuries. Here, you will have the opportunity to learn about the estate’s history, the region’s winemaking traditions, and production methods. At the end of the visit, a guided tasting of three regional wines will take place. Next, you will enjoy a boat cruise on the Douro River, where you can relax while admiring the unique landscape from the water, surrounded by vineyards and traditional wine estates. On the way back, we will pass through the heart of the Douro Valley – the village of Pinhão . We will stop at the São Cristóvão do Douro Viewpoint, where you can take in panoramic views over the valley and capture photographs of this iconic landscape. Arrival in Porto is scheduled for 14:30, ending at Rua Alexandre Herculano , marking the end of an unforgettable experience in the Douro Valley. T he tour does not include lunch , nor free time for lunch. The arrival time in Porto is scheduled so that you may have lunch after the tour ends. Read more