Private Tour from Porto to Douro Valley with Several Stops

Private Tour from Porto to Douro Valley with Several Stops

By Iberia Tours

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Free cancellation available
10h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Enjoy a taylor made journey to Douro Valley in a private and comfortable transport.
Along the way you'll be able to enjoy different cultures, architecture and gastronomy.
Drive with great professionals, 100% dedicated to you, your family and friends.
The Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2001, is one of the most stunning and historic wine regions in the world, located in northern Portugal. It is the oldest demarcated wine region globally, officially established in 1756 by the Marquês de Pombal.
Landscape and Features:
The region is renowned for its dramatic, picturesque scenery, where steep hillsides are covered in extensive, man-made terraces of grapevines. These terraced vineyards, supported by schist stone walls, were built by human hands over centuries, transforming the rugged, mountainous terrain into a unique “living masterpiece”. The meandering Douro River cuts a deep path through the landscape, flowing from Spain to the Atlantic Ocean near Porto.

Activity location

Amarante
- Amarante, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

Amarante
- Amarante, Portugal

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Amarante, Régua, Pinhão

10h
English

Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 08:30

Price details

€150.00 x 2 Adults€300.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Private transport
Bottled water
Lunch
wine tastings at wineries

Know before you book

Specialised infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Amarante

Amarante is a picturesque town in northern Portugal, nestled along the banks of the Tâmega River, a major tributary of the Douro. Located about 60 kilometres (37 miles) east of Porto, it is renowned for its charming historic centre, beautiful granite architecture, and stunning natural landscapes, including the backdrop of the Serra do Marão mountains. Key highlights and features include: Ponte de São Gonçalo (São Gonçalo Bridge): This iconic 18th-century bridge is a national monument and a symbol of the local population's heroic resistance against Napoleon's troops during the Peninsular War in 1809. Religious Heritage: The town is closely associated with the 13th-century Benedictine monk São Gonçalo, its patron saint, whose church and convent are major landmarks. The annual festival in his honour is particularly famous, especially among those seeking love and fertility.

Peso Da Regua

Heart of the Douro Wine Region: Its history is deeply connected to the world's oldest demarcated wine region. River Douro: The city is strategically located on the banks of the Douro River, which has historically been crucial for transporting wine barrels downstream in barcos rabelos. The Douro Museum, housed in the historic headquarters of the General Company of the Vineyards of the Upper Douro, offers insight into the region's wine-making history. The landscape is dominated by terraced vineyards, creating stunning views that are best appreciated from viewpoints like São Leonardo de Galafura. It was recognised as the "City of Wine" in 2019 and the Douro region was named "European City of Wine" in 2023.

Pinhao

Pinhão is a charming and picturesque village located in the heart of the Douro Valley, one of the world's oldest and most revered wine regions, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nestled on the right bank of the Douro River and surrounded by steep, terraced vineyards, it is widely considered the living heart and a crucial hub for Port wine production and trade. The village offers breathtaking landscapes with rolling hills covered in symmetrical terraced vineyards, providing a perfect backdrop for relaxation and photography. The station is famous for its 24 panels of traditional Portuguese azulejo tiles, which depict historical scenes of the wine harvest, grape treading, and the transport of wine in traditional rabelo boats down the river. The area is home to many prestigious wine estates (Quintas) where visitors can enjoy wine tastings and learn about the winemaking process that produces world-class Port and Douro table wines.

Folgosa (Pass by)

National road 222! It is frequently referred to in English-language publications and travel guides as "The World's Best Driving Road," a title it was given in a 2015 study by Avis Car Hire. The most famous and scenic stretch, which runs alongside the Douro River, is located between Peso da Régua and Pinhão, in the heart of the Douro Wine Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Barragem da Regua

5m
Admission ticket included

The Régua Dam (Barragem da Régua), also known as the Bagaúste Dam, is a significant gravity dam on the Douro River in Portugal, crucial for navigation and hydroelectricity, featuring impressive locks that allow cruise ships to pass, offering great views and a key stop for visitors exploring the Douro Valley, especially near Peso da Régua. Key Features: Type: Gravity Dam. Location: On the Douro River, near Peso da Régua. Dimensions: Approximately 41 metres high and 350 metres long. Function: Manages water levels for navigation (especially river cruises) and power generation. Lock: Features a significant lock (part of the Bagaúste Dam system) that lifts boats, a popular sight for tourists.

Location

Activity location

Amarante
- Amarante, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

Amarante
- Amarante, Portugal

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