Day Trips

Classic Douro Valley Guided Tour with 1-Hour Pinhão Cruise, Traditional Lunch & Wine Tastings

4.7/5(6,700)

David D

Group

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Last week

Fantastic tour guide and a great bunch of people from lots of nationalities. The group mixed well and we spoke to various other guests. The tour was interesting and informative: We did spend a few minutes trying to find our bus as it wasn't immediately clear what bus we were supposed to be on. Fantastic day, great people and delicious Port and Wines.

Roni A

Couple

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3 days ago

The tour was an amazing experience and perfectly organized. We enjoyed it beyond our expectations. Luis, our guide, was wonderful—easygoing and funny, while also being very knowledgeable and interesting. He was attentive to every need and made the experience truly enjoyable. We highly recommend this tour!

Denson M

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

We love the wine tasting, the food and the boat cruise. Milena was so nice to guide us through during the tour. Milena was so professional, her smile was so nice, we all enjoyed her laughs and happiness during the tour! Thank You Milena!

Anne P

Couple

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3 days ago

the tour was great- our guide Pedro was AMAZING so warm and welcoming with so much knowledge ... fun to see the roads and landscape ... great vineyards , met great people! so much fun would do it again! wine was delicious !

Alina S

Couple

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Yesterday

Great tour! Igor is an amazing guide, gave us a lot of useful info during the tour. The lunch with unlimited vine was delicious. Thank you so mych for an exceptional experience!

Jessica T

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

We had a wonderful time on the Douro Valley Port wine tour! Milena was excellent in providing us with great information, enthusiasm and an enjoyable time. Would 100% recommend!

Journey through Portugal’s Douro Valley on a full-day guided tour from Porto, featuring vineyard visits, a 60-min river cruise, and local tastings.

Enjoy a scenic river cruise through UNESCO-listed landscapes, soaking in the valley’s breathtaking views from the water.

Indulge in a traditional lunch paired with the region's iconic drinks and follow it up with a visit to another famed vineyard.

Opt for a small group tour for a more personalized experience, a specialized guide, or choose an exclusive olive oil tasting at an estate.

10-hour classic Douro Valley tour from Porto

Round-trip AC mini-bus transfers from a central pick-up point or your hotel (as per option selected)

Round-trip AC mini-van hotel transfers (as per option selected)

English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)

Guided tour of two family-owned vineyards

3 tastings per vineyard

60-minute Douro River cruise in Pinhão

Portuguese lunch at a vineyard with local blends pairing

Olive oil tasting (as per option selected)

Small group tour of 8 with an English-speaking guide specialized in the Douro Valley (as per option selected)

Scenic drive along the N222 with stops at viewpoints

Visit to a scenic viewpoint with photo stops (as per option selected)

Walk along an old railway bridge in Peso da Régua (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Start point
Calçada da Vandoma, Porto
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1. Amarante
Free Admission
Start your day in charming Amarante, exploring historic streets, São Gonçalo Church, and scenic riverside views, a perfect taste of Northern Portugal’s charm.
2. Family-run Vineyard
Tickets included
3. Douro River Cruise in Pinhão
Tickets included
4. Porto Wine Cellar
Tickets included
End point
Alexandre Herculano Street, Porto
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TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minivan
Start point
Your hotel or Porto city center
1. Amarante
Free Admission
Stop in the charming town of Amarante, known for its historic streets and riverside setting. Stroll past the São Gonçalo Church and bridge, browse local shops, or grab a quick coffee, an easy, culture-filled break in your Douro day.
2. First Local Winery Visit
Tickets included
3. Douro River Cruise
Tickets included
4. Second Local Winery Visit
Tickets included
End point
Your hotel or Porto city center
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Start point
2 starting points available
1. Peso da Régua Old Railway Bridge
Free Admission
Pause at the historic Ponte Metálica de Peso da Régua for a relaxed walk. This old railway bridge offers open views over the Douro River. Nothing rushed here, just a breezy stop to stretch your legs and take it all in.
2. First Local Winery Visit
Tickets included
3. Second Local Winery Visit
Tickets included
4. Douro River Cruise
Tickets included
End point
2 ending points available
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Yuvika K
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Had an amazing Douro Valley day tour, and both our driver and guide were named Luis (easy to remember!). Our driver Luis was fantastic - safe and timely driving throughout the day, and he handled the winding roads really well. We stopped in Régua for a quick break, then visited Caves Santa Marta - Vinhos e Derivados CRL for tastings followed by lunch. After that we did a cruise on the Douro River, and our last stop was Quinta de São Luiz for more tastings. Our guide Luis made the whole experience. He's clearly a history buff and shared so much interesting info about the region throughout the day, all while being genuinely funny and easy to talk to. He was attentive to the whole group and made sure everyone was taken care of. At the end of the tour, he came around to each of us individually to see if we had questions and to give personalized recommendations for things to do in Porto. Highly recommend this tour if you're visiting Porto and want to see the Douro Valley!
Kathryn H
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Normally I would prefer a smaller group but this worked well. Mia was a great guide - very personable and gave us a lot of great information. I appreciated the musical choices of the driver - Red red wine as we arrived at our 2nd tasting, Country roads as we departed for Portugal and Roxanne as we arrived back in Porto. 🤣 Lunch was good and nicely presented, and the 2 tastings showed us the cooperative and a family winery. Nicely balanced tour.
Cassia M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
We had a great time! Miguel was very passionate about wine and obviously knew his stuff, but also very funny and accommodating. He also took suggestions for music on the bus which made the long journey fun. The tour was beautiful and the wine and port was delicious. Also the driver was incredible, the roads were very windy narrow and high up and she navigated them in a large coach with ease and we all felt in very safe hands.
Marek J
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
A great way to explore Duoro Valley! The day trip was well organised, hitting all the necessary highlights along the way. We got a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide, Luis, who, together with Moreira, the bus driver, made sure we felt safe and had fun along the way and while exploring the valley. Hard to say anything about other guides, but Luis for sure elevated the experience for us!
Patrick G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Superb activity to visit the Douro Valley by bus and boat. Excellent guide who provides incredible information about wine production in the valley and the region in general. Plus, our guide was very friendly and had a great sense of humor 😀 Thank you for this wonderful day.

Discover the Douro Valley on a full-day guided tour featuring wine tastings, a river cruise, and scenic photo stops.

Getting started

Begin your day by meeting your guide at the designated departure point in Porto. After check-in, board an air-conditioned mini-bus and settle in for the journey into the Douro Valley. Your guide will introduce the day’s itinerary as you travel toward the region’s renowned vineyards and river landscapes.

What to expect

Your experience unfolds as a chronological journey through the Douro Valley, combining guided visits, tastings, and memorable viewpoints.

Visit the first winemaking cooperative founded in 1959, where an expert guide shares insights into the region’s wine production and history.

Stop at a traditional wine cellar or wine shop to learn more about Porto wine and sample selected local blends.

Enjoy an exquisite lunch in a wine cellar, paired with Douro wines. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request.

Stay connected with Wi-Fi onboard the mini-bus throughout the day.

Pause at a scenic viewpoint for photo opportunities, capturing the valley’s terraced vineyards and river vistas.

Embark on a 1-hour boat tour on the Douro River, taking in the valley’s landscapes from the water.

Indulge in a tasting of pure olive oil, a regional specialty.

Stop at Régua and take time for photos from a pedestrian bridge overlooking the Douro River.

Experience a guided scenic drive along the N222, with photo stops at picturesque viewpoints along the route.

Wrapping up

At the end of your journey, return to Porto by mini-bus.

What to bring

Bring comfortable shoes for walking and exploring.

Carry a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking if requested.

Bring your smartphone or a printed voucher to show your ticket at the meeting point.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

This experience is not accessible for prams or strollers.

What’s not allowed

Do not bring outside food and beverages, alcohol, bikes, drugs, fireworks, or explosive objects on this experience.

Do not smoke or feed animals during the experience.

Pets are not allowed on this tour due to operator restrictions.

Additional information

Vegetarian and gluten free meal options are available if you request them before the tour date.

Visits to estates, restaurants, and other services depend on third party availability and may be shared with other groups.

The schedule and itinerary may change without prior notice based on local conditions.

Children under 6 years old must remain under the full supervision and responsibility of their parents or guardians.

In case of rain, the tour usually runs as planned or with suitable alternative activities, subject to availability.

Wine tastings and other craft beverages are served only in line with local age laws, so please carry a valid photo ID.

Drink responsibly during all wine and olive oil tastings included in your tour.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.