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Douro: luxury walking tour with lunch at Quinta da Pacheca

About this experience

The landscape is breathtaking.
The wine trail is about 5km long and easy for everyone to enjoy.
After the trail and the connection with the land, it's time for a well-deserved lunch. Just a few steps away, we’ll take you to the elegant restaurant at Quinta da Pacheca, where you’ll be able to choose from a variety of delicious meals — always paired with exceptional wines.

Highlights:
10:30 AM – Meeting point at Quinta da Pacheca wine estate, followed by a brief introduction to the activity and time for a toilet break.
Then, enjoy about 2 hours of an easy and relaxing walking trail through the beautiful surroundings.
12:30 PM – Time for a delicious lunch served in one of the elegant dining rooms of the Pacheca estate.
2:30 PM – Time for a guided visit to the estate, where you’ll learn about the wine-making process — from Port to table wines. The experience ends with a high-quality wine tasting session.
3:30 PM – Tour ends at the same location where we first met.

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr
  • Private experience

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Douro Cruise Transfer
Electric car : We'll pick you up and drop you off at your Douro Cruise.
Pickup included
6h length, no transfer
Duration: 6 hours: This tour offers the full experience: a beautiful walk, estate visit, and a complete lunch. No transfer included.
Transfer from your hotel
Electric car: We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel if you’re in the Porto area.

Pickup included
3h length, no transfer
Duration: 3 hours: For this tour, the only activity we skip is the walk. No transfer included.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Guided walking
  • Tour guide
  • walking insurances
  • Full lunch plus drinks
  • Guided visit at Quinta da Pacheca cellars
  • wine tasting during the lunch

Itinerary and highlights

This experience takes place in the heart of the Douro Valley, at one of the region’s most luxurious and visited wineries.

It begins with a gentle 2-hour walk through the surrounding area of the winery — featuring a few uphill and downhill sections and stunning views over the Douro River. You'll be immersed in a landscape recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After the walk, it's time to enjoy a refined lunch at the restaurant of Quinta da Pacheca, where you'll have the opportunity to taste and pair some of the estate’s finest wines.

The experience ends with a guided visit to the old wine cellars, where you'll uncover some of the secrets behind the Douro, its wines, and the history of Quinta da Pacheca.
Everything is thoughtfully arranged to offer you a truly memorable wine experience, including a wine tasting moment.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We will meet at the car park at Quinta da Pacheca. Transfer service can be arranged at an additional cost. If you need pick-up and drop-off to/from another location, please let us know in advance.
  • The pickup (& drop off) service is with additional costs. Ask us in advance to know fees.

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Time Off

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
The pickup (& drop off) service is with additional costs.
Ask us in advance to know fees.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 8+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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