On the way to Douro you will understand the different soils, and what make a Port Wine and Douro Wine so exceptional.
In Douro you will see one of the best landscapes protected by UNESCO heritage.
You will enjoy the best viewpoints, wines, and meals.
I dont have enough words to describe better, you need to come, and create the best memories of Portugal.
And be sure that Life is trully better with wine.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Bottled water
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Certified Guide/Driver
✖ Provas de Vinho
✖ Lunch
✖ Alcoholic Beverages
✖ Breakfast
Pickup Locations
1. Casa da Companhia, Vignette Collection, an IHG hotel
2. Saboaria
3. Eurostars Aliados
4. Wine & Books Hotels | Porto
5. Villa Cascais Boutique Hotel
6. Hotels 705 Porto Prime Home
7. S. Bento Residences
8. Acta The Clover
9. Se Catedral Hotel Porto, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
10. Gabriel Guesthouse
11. Casual Raizes Porto
12. Youropo - Capela
13. Youropo - Cosy
14. Mercure Porto Centro Aliados
15. Gallery Townhouse
16. Fontinha Porto, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
17. Hotel Porto Interface Trindade By Kavia
18. Oca Republik Hotel
19. Youropo - Downtown
20. Hotel Aliados
Additional Info: We pick up, on the hotel of the client directly.
Itinerary
1
Amarante
In Amarante, you can visit the historic center (São Gonçalo Bridge and Church) as well as try the conventual sweets (made with almonds, eggs, and sugar), a small break on the way to the Douro Valley.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Mesao Frio
After passing through the Serra de Teixeira, Mesão Frio is the place where you can start to see the idyllic landscapes of the Douro.
Passing through Mesão Frio, there is a viewpoint where, for the first time, you can admire the Douro River and the vineyards.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Peso Da Regua
After passing through Caldas de Moledo, you arrive at Peso da Régua, the capital city of the Douro Valley. Here, you can see the old port, the Régua Bridge, the train station, and the entrance to the National Road classified as the most beautiful landscape in the world (N222).
4
Pinhao
After traveling about 20 km on the N222, where you can admire a fabulous view of vineyards, the river, cork oaks, and the unique terraces protected by UNESCO, you arrive in Pinhão. Here, you can enjoy wine and olive oil tastings, a one-hour Rabelo boat tour, and also have lunch. All these experiences should be arranged in advance with the agent via email (hm.winetours.pt@gmail.com) to ensure reservations and access to the best and most private locations.
The price of boat tour, lunch, and tastings is not included in the final price.
Duration: 2 hours
5
Sabrosa
After lunch, you head towards Sabrosa, where you can admire the last viewpoints of the Douro before the official wine tasting: the Miguel Torga viewpoint (a Portuguese writer with strong ties to the interior of Portugal) and the Provesende viewpoint (the most heraldic village in Portugal).
6
In the village of Cumieira, a wine-producing area of the Douro Wine Region, near the Corgo River, the official wine tasting will take place. This includes a visit to the winery, an exploration of the vineyards, and finally, the tasting of some of the highest-rated wines from the Douro.
Note: This official visit can be modified according to the supplier's availability and always in agreement with the client. Private tastings within the same price range will always be suggested. Confirmation to the agent's email (hm.winetours.pt@gmail.com).
Wine tasting not included in the final price.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
