Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto
Just an hour and a half from Porto, the Douro Valley is one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world. Admire stunning landscapes of green and golden slopes covered with vineyards! Published duration: 8 hours. Review the schedule, pickup and published inclusions to book the right option from your accommodation.
Douro Valley Day Trip from Porto
Take a half-day trip from Porto/departure point to the famous Douro Valley to learn more about the history of Portuguese wine and admire dreamlike landscapes near the Douro River. This experience will be even more special because you are free to customize your trip and choose where to go first and how much time to spend in each place. - Fully customizable and private. - Hotel pickup and drop-off by a professional English-speaking driver. On the day of the trip, the welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Porto and provide you with a complete sightseeing experience in a spacious, air-conditioned car. All Welcome vehicles are equipped with Wi-FI and water, ensuring you stay hydrated and comfortable during your sightseeing visit. On the way to different cities, you will have the opportunity to stop at the most picturesque places and admire the wonders of Portugal. Upon request, it is possible to have lunch or dinner at the local restaurant, recommended by the welcome driver. At each stop, your friendly driver will answer any questions you may have, share local knowledge and further tips about each destination.After an hour you will arrive at your first stop within the Valley, Provesende Village. Stroll through the narrow streets of this small, typical Portuguese town and stop to buy traditional products. Provesende is located at the top of the valley and offers magnificent views for unforgettable photographs.Next, you will visit Amarante and the Church of the Convent of São Gonçalo. Then continue to Pinhao to admire the scenery and explore this charming town at your own pace. Your driver will suggest visiting the famous Pinhao train station to see its blue and white tile murals depicting the picturesque landscape and strips of vineyards that make up the Douro landscape. You will then have the opportunity to take a boat trip along the Douro River and see the magnificent views of the valley from the water if you wish. The Douro Valley is famous for its tradition of producing great wines of different varieties. Visit a winery and, together with your driver who will help you find the best, do a wine tasting before ending your trip with lunch at a traditional Portuguese restaurant following your driver's recommendation. At the end of your trip, your friendly Welcome driver will take you back to your hotel or apartment in Porto with your senses filled with smells and flavors.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Car in good condition with English speaking driver.
- Fuel and tolls
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Water