Douro Valley: private tour with lunch and wine estate all inclusive

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Duration:9 hours (approx.)
Location: Porto, Northern Portugal

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This tour is mostly dedicated to Wine and Culture, in the north of Portugal we find the Douro Valley Region and on 9 hours tour we’ll lead you through this amazing area. Enjoy a guided visit into some Douro regions like Amarante, Galafura and Pinhão. To appreciate the amazing sites we have for you an amazing 1 hour panoramic cruise in Pinhão, to taste some of the gastronomy we include a lunch at a local restaurant and to finalize your day we have prepared a guided visit to a Wine Estate with wine tasting!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Living Tours
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.
2. Amarante
Amarante is our first stop! All visitors will most certainly be impressed by two imposing natural features: the great Serra do Marão rising above the city in a series of majestic landscapes and the river Tâmega, the longest tributary of the river Douro, whose journey begins in Galicia and which flows through the heart of Amarante, giving added colour to the picturesque houses standing on its banks. Some historians have attributed the foundation of this transitional city linking the provinces of Minho and Trás-os-Montes to a Roman centurion by the name of Amarantus. In the thirteenth century, St Gonçalo, a Benedictine monk and popular saint, arrived in this area, where he eventually settled after completing a pilgrimage to Italy and Jerusalem, later becoming the city´s patron saint. He is accredited with the building of a sturdy bridge over the Tâmega on the same site as the current one. Amarante's sweets and cakes are extremely famous and easy to find in many of the region's cake-shops and cafés. Remember some of the names and make sure to taste them for yourself: papos de anjo, brisas do Tâmega, toucinho do céu, bolos de São Gonçalo, galhofas.
3. Miradouro de Sao Leonardo de Galafura
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.
4. The Douro Valley
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)
5.
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.
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.
7. Pinhao
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.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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 or Gaia city 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.
• We support our communities. By taking a tour with us you are contributing to our cause: we offer a meal for the homeless and people in need.
• Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
• Vegetarian and Gluten-free meal options are available if requested before the day of the booking. Make sure you inform us before the tour starts.
• Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Free Walking Tour departs daily in English and Spanish at 9:30 a.m. from Cordoaria (Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 31, Porto) and 4:30 p.m. from Batalha (Rua Alexandre Herculano 412, Porto).

CANCELLATION POLICY

Posted By : 495lestern
We enjoyed the Douro Premium Tour today. Luis was our host and he was excellent from the time he met us in our hotel lobby, in a newish Mercedes van, until he dropped us off. There was one other couple in the van and we each had a row to ourselves. The highlight was the tour, tasting and 1st class lunch at Val Moreira. We also enjoyed the boat ride after lunch. We strongly recommend the premium tour for a personalized experience.

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Posted On : 2024-05-13 16:07:49

Posted By : X9525ZDolivias
This was an incredible tour! Pedro A. was our tour guide and he was amazing! Would highly recommend this tour and asking for Pedro as your guide! Absolutely worth it!
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 15:32:22

Posted By : buthiotf
Goncalo guide great views beautiful wineries great with very friendly people welcoming a memorable memory.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 04:50:26

Posted By : claudiagU8482HJ
Great time. Our driver Manuel was amazing and Ines was nice.
Tastings were plentiful, especially I. The second spot with lunch.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12 12:25:16

Posted By : 666coraliec
A super nice and impressive course as much as our guide Mario! The Douro Valley is incredible to see. The road winds through the vineyards, fortunately the driver Helio knows it by heart.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06 12:28:48

Posted By : Z6056QVjackiep
An excellent trip and one I would definitely recommend.
Our guide, Ana, was amazing. Very friendly and informative. Wine tours/tasting were very good and could not fault the lunch.
All in all an excellent trip made more enjoyable by Ana. Thank you.
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Posted On : 2024-04-30 11:47:46

Posted By : Tourist27423234575
Fantastic introductory prepared us for the full tour, then hints of increased beauty experienced in the Douro Valley. Great driving and commentary throughout. First lunch/wine tasting was superb. Meats were some of best BBQ I’ve ever tasted. River cruise featured panoramic expanse of numerous farms. Great package. Ana was great.
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Posted On : 2024-04-27 11:35:02

Posted By : lucyyyw123
The tour was amazing, great views, wine and vibes! Rita was a great guide throughout the day we had a fab time! We would definitely recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-26 11:53:20

Posted By : 650b_atriced
Very pleasant day with a wonderful discovery of the Amarante Cathedral. Our guide José M mastered very polished French.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26 04:26:37

Posted By : 386mareac
This tour more than met our expectations! Our guide Nunu T made the day so perfect with his kindness and his knowledge of history and many other unexpected extra treats. The day was all about making the experience unforgettable.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26 04:23:28