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Real Companhia Velha Guided Tour with Wine Tasting

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Duration

45 min - 2 hr

Guided tour

Discover the secrets of Porto wine with a special wine-tasting session on a guided tour of Real Companhia Velha.

    • Discover the history of Portuguese’s oldest wine house, Real Companhia Velha on a guided tour with a special wine tasting.

    • Watch an immersive video showcasing the history of the winery and the process of preparing Port wine and hear fun anecdotes from the local guide.

    • Sample 4 varieties of signature Port wines like Extra dry white, Ruby or Tawny, Rose, and 10-year-old Tawny or single harvest wine.

    • Fun Fact: The Real Companhia Velha also known as Royal Oporto Wine Company was founded on Sep 10, 1756, by Royal Charter of King D. José I.

    • Guided tour of Real Companhia Velha

    • 4 glasses of Port Wine: Extra dry white, Ruby, Rosé & 10-year-old Tawny

    • 4 glasses of wine of a single harvest (optional)

    • Expert guide in Portuguese, English, French & Spanish

    • Parking

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • Wine-ding Back Time at Real Companhia Velha

    Get set for a grape escape like no other! Dive into a tipsy time-travel journey at Real Companhia Velha, established in 1756, is the oldest Portuguese wine company. Begin your guided tour by watching a video that takes you through the secrets of Port wine-making from Douro to Vila Nova de Gaia. Stroll through the heart of the main aging warehouse housing noble wood casks, barrels, and vats where the wine rests and ages for years. Pass by the Vintage Museum and conclude your tour with a tasting of 4 glasses of Port: Extra Dry White or Lágrima Branco, Ruby or Tawny, Rosé, and a 10-Year-Old Tawny.

  • Important Information

    • Facilities: Free parking.

    • Photography, baggage, and guide dogs allowed.

    • Note that the place remains closed on Sun and Mon from Oct during winter months.

    • Closed on Jan 1 and Dec 25.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 5 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

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

    Meeting Point

    • Show your ticket at Real Companhia Velha.

    • Address: Real Companhia Velha, R. Azevedo Magalhães 314, 4431-952 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is General Torres. It's a quick 9-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Board buses #904, #905, and more to get you there.

    By Subway

    • The closest subway station is General Torres. It's a quick 9-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Board the subway Line D to get you there.

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