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Douro Xperience

Experience the Douro Valley, the first demarcated wine region in the world. Take a step back and savor one of the most amazing landscapes in Portugal, connecting with nature and it’s elements. During the Middle Ages, Monasteries, chose this remote area and improved the agriculture tecniques continuing the old tradition of wine making. The discoveries increased the search for, Douro Wines, strong wines that could endure the long voyages. The Douro Valley continued to change, adapt and grow over the centuries. It was by the hand of english merchants that the wines at the Douro Valley started becoming known and appreciated, specially the “new born” Port Wine. The Douro Valley started it’s most glamorous adventure. With this day tour you'll discover a different part of Portugal with an amazing landscape, a breathtaking view, fantastic Port Wine and great food.
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Guided Visit & Gastronomic Experience: Carpaccio, Salmon & Cheese

With more than 100 years of existence, Poças lies in the hands of the 4th generation, being one of the very few Port Wine company that was born Portuguese and still belongs to the same Portuguese family. The Old Tawny Ports have built Poças’ reputation but DOC Douro wines have been proving their own quality over the last 30 years. Recently, Poças received the award of “Fortified wine producer of the year 2018” by the Portuguese magazine “Revista de Vinhos”. Additionally, welcoming about 28 000 visitors per year, our Visitor Center has been also distinguished with the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence. We have plenty of different reasons for inviting you to be part of a true family atmosphere, to feel the unforgettable aroma of the noblest wines and to see up close a real day-to-day cellar routine.
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From $57.61
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Jewelry Workshop in Downtown Porto

The workshop lasts two and a half hours, giving you plenty of time to invest into your masterpiece. And with all materials provided, there's nothing standing in the way of your creative vision. So, grab your friends or fly solo, and let's get crafting! It's an experience you won't forget, and you'll leave with a necklace that's as unique as you.
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The Chocolate Story Entry Ticket at WOW

Embark on a sensory journey around the extraordinary world of chocolate. From cacao plantations to modern chocolate manufacturing processes, see, taste and smell the history of chocolate and its transformation from bean to bar. Travel 5,000 years and discover the origins of cacao as a sacred drink from the gods in Central America. Then, follow its path to Europe, moving from liquid cacao to the chocolate we know and love today. At the end of your visit, encounter a fully operating chocolate factory in action, and watch, in real time, the transformation of cacao into our award-winning chocolate, having the opportunity to taste the final product! • See, taste, and smell the history of chocolate • Encounter a fully operating chocolate factory in action • Learn about the history of chocolate from bean to bar • Photograph yourself with unique and fun chocolate-themed exhibits
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From $22.16
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Port Wine Cocktails Workshop at Espaço Porto Cruz, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

Learn how to make delicious cocktails with Port wine at this 1-hour workshop at the Espaço Porto Cruz. Discover the history of Port wine and the winemaking process with a sommelier. Sample two Ports wines, white and pink and then use them to create the Caipiporto and Spicy pink cocktails. Enjoy them at the terrace lounge overlooking the Douro River. Join us!!!
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Douro and Port Wine Tasting

Learn about the most emblematic Douro grape varieties, terroir and winemaking methods while trying a different and unique style from a small producer. Besides trying our wonderful wines, you will have samples of our marvelous Olive Oil and Honey
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Full day Tour to Douro Valley from Porto

Our first stop will be at the historic town of Amarante, where you will have free time to explore it from the town´s church and Convent of São Gonçalo to the old part of the town, or even taste the pastries at one of the most iconic pastry shops. There will be a guided tour before you have the time to explore by yourself. This will continue to Peso da Régua, where after indications from your guide, you will have free time to explore the city and have lunch in one of the numerous restaurants in the area. Come to the Douro and not tasting the magnificent Port wine is like not coming at all. For the afternoon, we have prepared a visit to one of a famous wine estate, that will allow you to taste it. After this, you will head to Pinhão where you will have a little free time to explore. To finish this wonderful day we will stop, on the way to Porto, on a viewpoint, so you can have a last perspective of the amazing location, the Douro Valley.
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From $72.01
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Fado Dinner Show and Night Lights Tour in Porto

Experience the essence of Portuguese soul through Fado music – a poignant expression of feelings, heartbreak, everyday life, and triumphs, all wrapped in the haunting melodies of the guitar. Join us for a journey into this rich cultural tradition with a captivating Fado show, complemented by a delightful Portuguese dinner. As the night unfolds, immerse yourself in the enchanting streets and vibrant night lights of Porto city, culminating in an unforgettable experience.
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Learn How to Make Pastel De Nata in a Beautiful Porto Home

The locals will tell you that Pastel de Nata is one of the best things you could eat in Portugal - and they aren't wrong! Spend a morning learning how to make these delicious little pastries with Joana. She'll make you feel at home, guiding you through a masterclass in her central sunny apartment in Porto. Joana has lots of stories about life in Porto to share and, as a tourism graduate, she'll give you some insider tips for places to visit in the city!
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From $50.61
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Douro Valley Wine Diversity Full Day Private Tour

We specialize in Wine Tours and you will have the chance to experience 3 different types of wine, in the same protected Region of the Douro Valley - Sparkling Wines, Still wines, and, of course, Porto Wines. Our guides/drivers have years of experience and can give you the best tour in the Douro Valley. All the itineraries can be adjusted according to the customer's preference.
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Portuguese wines tasting

The Wines Atelier is a tasting room and wine shop located in the city center of Porto, on the inside of a particular XVIII century building. Focused on a wide range of portuguese wines and regional products, at the Wines Atelier you will find your perfect spot for enjoyable and memorable moments in Porto.
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The Luxury Douro tour

In this day we will drive you to meet the owners and wine maker of the wine estates, and with them make a guided tour of their wine presses, cellars and taste the oldest wines present in the family generations. So your day starts with a short pedestrian walk over the bridge over the Douro River and then we will visit a special wine producer, a family wine estate with unique characteristics. Here you can taste some regional products as well as taste very old Port wine. After that, we will go down the river to see the road that was naturally designed on the banks of the Douro. We will have a unique gastronomy experience with a privileged view over the Douro in DOC Restaurant. The private boat trip up the river towards Pinhão will have some surprises and will be a moment to relax. In this small village we will visit a producer who will let us know the family history and his legacy by tasting the most exclusive wines.
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From $886.26
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Food Tasting Tour

Visit our best, most authentic tascas (small restaurants) to try our favourite local snacks (petiscos as we call) and explore the local market with us. It's a very Portuguese experience, with noisy locals, unpretentious food & each place with its own unique atmosphere. This is a very intimate tour in a small group. Our guides are passionate about their food, so come along to learn the history & eat until your heart's happy. This tour serves as a full lunch, so come with an empty stomach! It includes 15 different tastings of portuguese snacks & 4 traditional Portuguese wines "vinho verde", visiting 5 different typical local venues. we start at the local market - “mercado do bolhão” 2 traditional sweet pastries included "Pastel de nata" is one of them! "Vinho verde" is a very typical table wine, you will try 3 of these
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From $87.84
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Portuguese Dessert Workshop in Central Porto Home

Joana will teach you the most beautiful and traditional way of making Portuguese desserts that she learned from her grandmothers. The cooking class takes place in a sunny room of her apartment in central Porto. You will learn how to bake three traditional Portuguese sweet treats and, whilst cooking, you'll learn about the history behind each one. Joana is a passionate local and has lots of stories to share!
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From $58.39