Portugal · WINE TASTINGS IN THE DOURO VALLEY
Good wine tastings in the Douro Valley fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Porto’s Douro Valley tour with vineyard visits, Port tastings, lunch, N222 scenery, and a one-hour river cruise.
“Despite pouring rain and flooding leading to the cancellation of the boat trip, Miguel was the perfect guide and the venues for our three wine tastings were varied and interesting.”
Review of a full-day Douro Valley tour from Porto with two wineries, six tastings, Portuguese lunch, scenic cruise, and guide tips.
“Well planned and executed day trip in beautiful Douro valley! And a lots of wine to go with it. Jose was awesome. Very knowledgeable and friendly.”
Review of a full-day Douro Valley tour from Porto with two winery visits, six tastings, lunch, Amarante, and a river cruise.
“Ricardo was a fantastic guide, helped start the day off perfectly and gave us loads of facts about Porto whilst getting our energy up. The stop for coffee and pastries was good, lovely little town even if only there briefly. The two wineries we visited were lovely and very different, the first had great views and the second were we had lunch was so friendly, the staff were incredible and the food and wine brilliant, top ups included! just the most wonderful fun day, would recommend to everyone. oh the boat trip! just nice to have a little relaxing time and take some pictures before lunch.Read more”
Review of Porto’s small-group Douro Valley tour with two winery tastings, Portuguese lunch, scenic N222 drive, and a one-hour river cruise.
“I had José as my tour guide - and it was so much fun. José is a great tour guide and very professional. The others in my group were great as well. Very fun and honestly a must have experience in Porto / Duoro Valley. It’s a great mix of making friends and learning and trying great wines!”
Review of Porto’s Douro Valley small-group tour, with two wineries, lunch, river cruise, hotel pickup, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“My friend and I had a wonderful time exploring the wine region. We didn’t have to lift a finger as we were picked up right at our hotel in a comfortable van. Our tour guide was very personable and knowledgeable about Portugal as he lived there his whole life and was eager to share his culture. The wineries were beautiful and the staff were nice and knowledgeable. We learned so much about port wine. The lunch was included and it truly was an authentic Portuguese meal. The boat tour was a great way to see the river and the land. We were lucky to see it in full fall color!…”
Explore the Douro Valley from Porto with two winery visits, tastings, a traditional boat ride, scenic roads, and a four-course lunch.
“What a dream! This experience was everything I hoped for and more. Huge thanks to our guide, Sara Fontes, for being so delightful and informative, and to our driver for the smooth, safe ride. The vineyards felt like a hidden gem, and the wine and port tastings were truly top-tier. If you’re looking for breathtaking views and great hospitality, this is it!”
Review of Porto’s Douro Valley day tour with vineyard visits, port tastings, Portuguese lunch, river cruise, transport, and practical tips.
“This was a fantastic trip, the guide Miguel and the driver were amazing. Miguel was very patient and explained everything very well. The lunch was meh. The wine tastings were good and the boat cruise was a good ending to the excursion. Overall a wonderful way to experience the Douro valley if you have only one day.”
Review the Douro Valley tour from Porto, with Port tastings, a one-hour cruise, lunch, viewpoints, transport, value, and practical tips.
“Make sure you are equipped for any weather. We had a rainy day, but it was still a beautiful and amazing experience. Amazing views, amazing wine and the best tour guide you could wish for! Thanks to Ricardo R. the whole ride was a lot of fun!”
Explore the Douro Valley from Porto with two winery visits, local lunch, scenic viewpoints, and a traditional Rabelo boat cruise.
“We were very happy with all aspects of this trip to the beautiful Douro Valley. Our guide Bernado spoke very passionately about this area and was an excellent guide.”
Explore the Douro Valley from Porto with two winery visits, tastings, a Portuguese lunch, river cruise, and hotel transfers.
“Our guide, Jose was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took time to answer all our questions and we never felt rushed. He even recommended several restaurants for us to try. Unfortunately due to weather problems, we were unable to go on the boat portion of the tour, but they did substitute an extra winery. Would definitely recommend this tour.”
Cruise Porto’s Douro River in a small boat, taste three local wines, see six bridges, and enjoy lively stories from friendly guides.
“It was an amazing trip with good wine and a very good guide, we enjoyed it very much!!”
Explore the Douro Valley from Porto with winery tours, Port tastings, local lunch, a river cruise, and a small-group van ride.
“My fiance and I did this tour as a part of our honeymoon and it was our favorite thing we did in Lisbon. Our guide, Lilliana was the sweetest and taught us about the area as we drove there and back. We felt like we already knew her! When we stopped to eat (at a lovely local restaurant with excellent food), she asked to sit with us. She was the best and I highly recommend you request her for a tour. The wine tasting and olive oil tasting was probably our favorite part of the trip. The views are breathtaking!! Highly recommend :)Read more”
Review of Porto’s Douro Valley wine tour with three vineyard visits, Port tastings, a four-course lunch, scenic drives, and practical tips.
“The trip offers a wonderful experience of visiting three distinct vineyards rich in history and heritage. We are fortunate to have Rita as our guide; she is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. We can also discover more about the production of Port wine. How enjoyable!”
Explore the Douro Valley from Porto with family-run wineries, Portuguese lunch, scenic N222 views, Pinhão, and a river cruise.
“Our guide was friendly and very informative. The wineries he chose were excellent. The only thing I would chose not to do again was the boat trip as it merely went up and down the river without any information over the speakers and there was nothing particular to note. The lunch at the second winery was lovely”
Explore the Douro Valley from Porto with Port wine tastings, a scenic boat ride, Portuguese lunch, olive oil, honey, and a small group.
“Such a fun day in the Douro Valley! 🍇 We were only six in the group... small, relaxed, and full of laughs. Our guide was fantastic, friendly, funny, and made everything flow so smoothly. The views were stunning, the cruise was dreamy, and let’s just say… our hearts and livers were full after all that Porto wine 🍷🤣 Highly recommend this trip!”
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