Douro Valley Half-Day Wine Tour with Amarante Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover the very best of the Douro Valley in a single day. This experience combines two winery visits and tastings, a traditional Portuguese lunch with local wine, a scenic river cruise and some of the region's most spectacular landscapes. Carefully designed to provide an authentic and well-balanced introduction to the Douro Valley, it offers the perfect blend of wine, culture, local traditions and unforgettable scenery. Travel in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz vehicle and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere throughout the day.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

In front of the main entrance of (Palácio da Bolsa, Rua de Ferreira Borges, Porto). Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time. Your guide will be clearly identified with an Oporto Road Trips badge and will escort the group to the vehicle.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Porto
Departure from Porto city center (Palácio da Bolsa) at 7:45 AM, heading towards the heart of the Douro Valley on a comfortable and scenic drive.
2. Amarante
Stop in Amarante for free time to walk, take photos, or enjoy a coffee by the riverside
Duration: 30 mins
3. Peso Da Regua
Drive by Peso da Régua, one of the most important towns in the Douro, surrounded by vineyards and river views.
4. Peso Da Regua
Visit a traditional Douro Valley winery and discover the region’s rich winemaking heritage during a guided tour, followed by a tasting of carefully selected local wines.
Duration: 90 mins
5. Pinhao Railway Station
Admire the historic Pinhão Railway Station, renowned for its stunning blue-and-white azulejo panels that tell the story of the Douro Valley’s wine culture and traditions.
6. The Douro Valley
Enjoy a scenic river cruise in Pinhão, one of the most iconic locations in the Douro Valley. Glide along the Douro River surrounded by terraced vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique perspective over this UNESCO World Heritage region.
Duration: 50 mins
7. Miradouro Torguiano De Sao Cristovao Do Douro
The tour follows a scenic circular route through the Douro Valley, allowing you to admire some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes throughout the journey.
8. Sabrosa
Savour a traditional Portuguese lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, featuring regional cuisine and local wine. Vegetarian options, dietary preferences and food allergies can be accommodated when communicated in advance.
Duration: 75 mins
9. Sabrosa
Visit a traditional Douro Valley winery and discover the region’s rich winemaking heritage. Enjoy a guided tasting of carefully selected local wines while learning about the traditions and techniques that make Douro wines unique.
Duration: 75 mins
10. Palacio da Bolsa
Sit back and relax on the scenic journey back to Porto, reflecting on a day of wine tastings, local traditions, authentic flavours and stunning Douro Valley landscapes. The return drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with arrival at Palácio da Bolsa, where the tour began, at around 6:00 PM.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Scenic drive along the N222 road

Premium air-conditioned transportation and professional tour guide

Maximum group size of 19 guests

Traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant, accompanied by regional wine

Two winery visits with guided tastings of Port and DOC Douro wines

Scenic 50-minute river cruise in Pinhão

Stop in Amarante (30 minutes)

Exclusion

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter, so we recommend wearing light clothing during the warmer months and warmer layers in winter.

We recommend bringing a bottle of water, particularly in the summer months, to stay hydrated throughout the tour.

Weather Note: This tour operates in all weather conditions. All planned activities take place in covered or protected spaces, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience regardless of the weather.

Not recommended for children - if you are bringing children, please inform us in advance, as car seating is mandatory by Portuguese law

Supplied by Oporto Road Trips

Reviews

4.9

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 468 reviews

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