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Private Douro Valley Tour from Porto

About this experience

This is a private tour of the Douro Valley, one of Portugal’s most beautiful regions, where visitors can explore the area’s history, landscapes, wines, and gastronomy. It is ideal for people who enjoy photography, culture, wine, and food.

There are three tour options:

Douro Classic – Visit a small wine producer, explore the vineyards, enjoy a typical lunch, and take a 1-hour shared boat trip in Pinhão to admire the Douro River landscapes.

Douro Premium – Visit a family-run wine estate, have lunch with a wine tasting and vineyard walk, then take a private 1-hour boat trip in Pinhão. On the way back, visit the city of Amarante.

Douro Prestige – The most complete experience. Visit an iconic Douro estate, explore the vineyards, taste wines, and enjoy a picnic lunch among the vines. Afterwards, take a private boat trip in Pinhão and visit Amarante before returning to Porto.

At a glance

  • Duration: 9 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Premium Option Tour
Private 1-hour boat trip
Premium Option Tour: Family-run wine estate, have lunch with a wine tasting and vineyard walk, private 1-hour boat trip and Amarante.
Lunch at a winery with a view.
Mercedes Van: Air conditioning and all the comforts on board.
Pickup included
Classic Option Tour
Classic Option Tour: Visit a small wine producer, explore the vineyards, enjoy a typical lunch, and take a 1-hour shared boat trip in Pinhão.
Lunch at a winery with a view
Mercedes Van: Air conditioning and all the comforts on board
Pickup included
Prestige Option Tour
Private boat 1 hour ride
Prestige Option Tour: Douro Valley estate, explore the vineyards, taste wines, and enjoy a picnic lunch among the vines. Private Boat and Amarante.
Lunch at a winery with a view.
Mercedes Van: Air conditioning and all the comforts on board.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour9 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 9 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

  • Visit to a family-run winery
  • Bottled water
  • 1 Hour Boat Ride (private in Premium & Prestige Option)
  • Private & Guided Tour
  • Lunch at the winery with a view. Picnic only with the prestige option.

Not included

  • Gratuities and personal expenses

Itinerary and highlights

Pickup is done at our clients' accommodations.

Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch featuring regional specialties perfectly paired with our finest wines. This authentic culinary experience showcases the rich flavors of the Douro region in a convivial atmosphere, and it is deeply rooted in our farm-to-table philosophy.

Private or shared boat tour (depending on the tour option you choose)

A drive along the EN 222 highway, considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world.

Visit the historic city of Amarante and walk through the historic center. This option is only available for premium and prestige plans.

Walk through the picturesque vineyards to learn about the unique terroir, then enjoy a curated tasting of dry wines, a Port, and local olive oil with a knowledge wine guide.

Drop-off at the client's accommodation or any location they specify.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We will pick you up at the hotel or other guest accommodation. Please write the location where you will be staying.

Languages and tickets

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

Tour operator

  • Portugal Excellence Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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 9 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will pick you up at the hotel or other guest accommodation. Please write the location where you will be staying.
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 1+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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