10 Day Trips from in Vila Real District That You Shouldn't Miss

Spend a full day taking in the lovely landscapes of the Douro Valley, traveling in a comfortable vehicle. Stop to taste the wine and olive oil, enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch and take a boat ride along the Douro River on a Rabelo boat.

Inclusions: Guided tour, Free WiFi, Lunch, Boat trip (1h), 2 winery visits, Tastings Port Wine, Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Grape Juice, Honey, Almonds, Olive oil tastings, Complimentary bottled water, Pick-up and drop off, Private Tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: snacks

We set off towards Amarante and its traditional streets where we breathe in History and Heritage.  The trip continues onto Régua, with a quick stop at an observation point in Mesão Frio. It was from Peso da Régua that, in past centuries, the typical Rabelo boats transported the barrels of wine to Vila Nova de Gaia. And this story can be witnessed in the Douro House, with its stained glass where you can see portrayed the history of the Douro Demarcated Wine Region. The Railway Station, where the first train arrived in 1879, is a must-visit. We leave for Pinhão and, once there, we suggest a walk along the river bank, a quick visit to the train station, with its typical tiles, and then on to an estate and Port wine tasting in 'Quinta do Tedo'.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private Transportation (If option selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities

One of the most beautiful landscapes in the world: the Douro Valley - source of the Port wine. The Douro region, a World Heritage Site since 2001, is famous for producing one of the best wines in the world – the Port wine. In addition to the production techniques, there is the singular beauty of the region. The geography of the Douro Valley, with its vineyards worked over the centuries by the human hand, is unique in the world and surprises the most demanding look. The assorted viewpoints over the river and over the vineyards will prove it.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver/Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Visit to a Winery including Wine tasting, Scenic boat ride departing from Pinhao pier, Delicious lunch in a historical Manor House

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Any service that is not clearly specified in the inclusions

- Around 1h30m driving to Douro. - Provezende - Visit and tasting - In Pinhão, take a 50 minutes river cruise on a Rabelo boat. - 10 minutes driving up the hill to Casal de Loivos viewpoint. viewpoint in the region. - Do the Road 222 towards Régua. - Lunch in Quinta da Pacheca (not included in this option). - Visit Quinta da Pacheca´s production - DOC and Port wines tasting

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Wine tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All Fees and Taxes, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: tips, Lunch

- Enjoy a customized private tour (just you and our driver/guide) in the Douro Valley with tasty local food, wine and products from the region such as Olive Oil, Honey, Almond, Olive and Cheese (upon prior notice at the time of booking)... Have a typical lunch in a famous family-owned wineries carefully chosen place and suited to your tastes... Take a "Rabelo" boat cruise in the heart of the Douro Valley on a traditional boat used for centuries to transport Port wine… Visit a charming winery, stroll in the vineyards and taste Port Wines… The transportation is in a comfortable and premium Mercedes E class.

Inclusions: Visit and Port wine tasting at a local winerie, Transportation in a comfortable premium Mercedes E class, Sightseeing private tour (just you and our driver/guide), The tour can be changed and adapted to each client (customizable), Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Hotel pickup and drop-off, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch (you will choose à la carte according to your interests), River cruise (10€ per person), Taste of: Olive Oil, Honey, Almond, Olive, Cheese and Bread (10€ per person)

While we are guiding your tour we use to stop in several viewpoints to admire the breathtaking views. We drive you along with the undulating hillsides/terraces, green valleys, beautiful vineyards, majestic almond and olive trees of Douro's Wine region. As soon as we get the Douro Valley we start by visiting a Winery followed by a delicious Premium Wine Tasting to let you feel the truly Douro Region. Then you go to enjoy a fantastic Lunch in a Top Restaurant in Douro Valley. After a tasteful lunch, nothing fits better than 1 hour panoramic cruise in the Heart of Douro Valley! A delightful way to enjoy the dazzling landscapes capable of raise several sensations. Feel free to be enchanted by the best.

Inclusions: 1 Hour Private Boat Trip in Douro Valley, Winery Visit in Douro Valley, Premium Wine Tastings of Douro Wines, Fine Lunch in a Top Restaurant or Winery, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks are served during the boat trip, During the drive to Douro Valley

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal purchase items

The landscapes of the Alto Douro region, and the infinite succession of terraced slopes that the men drew, surprise us with its greatness that invites us to travel through our history. We want to give you the heart of the genuine Douro and the places that tell the most remote history of this region. The various DOC and Porto wine tastings along the journey will surely give you with the best memories to remember.

Inclusions: Exclusive guide, Rabelo boat ride, Lunch with drinks, Visit to Wine Museum, Visit and wine tasting at vineyard, Mineral water, Insurance, Hotel pick up and drop off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions:

The Douro Valley is one of the most beautiful locations in the world. It's no coincidence that one of the most famous wines in the world also happens to come from there. Visiting the Douro Valley is an unforgettable experience, especially if you are with the right person and that's me. I offer a fully personal experience, a private tour, with you and just you. For one day, I will enjoy your company, taking you around magnificent places and telling you why the Douro Valley is so special. I don't take groups of people, my experience is designed for a maximum of two people per car. This ensures that your tour is done in comfort and above all, private, not a mass designed tour. My car has air conditioning, free WiFi and a guide that knows his ways in the area. I welcome suggestions from my customers and the tour can be tailored to your needs on the moment as well. There is a demo video available on request.You'll be in the hands of a person that puts your satisfaction first.

Inclusions: Lunch at a typical restaurant with a preset menu, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Snacks, Brunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Alcoholic Beverages

Our day starts with a pick up at your accommodation in Porto (or other locations) at 8:30 am. During the day, you will have the wonderful opportunity to savor several Douro DOC and Port wines with commented tastings, a 50-minute boat ride at the small village of Pinhão, and a three-course meal with wines. It's now time to stop at the famous Pinhão railway station and enjoy some breathtaking landscapes. Relax: the time is all yours! Have an innovative perspective of this region’s history, culture, and gastronomy, while strolling through the vineyards where the finest wines from the “Quintas” (Wine Estates) are produced. A memorable experience! Have some time to admire the viewpoints and take group pictures – the Douro Region is truly overwhelming! At the end of this adventurous day, rest on a gentle drive to Porto, where we will drop you off comfortably at your accommodation at around 7:30 pm.

Inclusions: 3-course meal and beverages. Wine included., Port & Douro DOC Wine tastings, Douro river cruise (50 minutes), Pick up & drop off at your accomodation, Visit to the Pinhão railway station, Specialized tour guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses.

This day tour in the Douro Valley invites you to experience the local products that the region has to offer at a leisurely pace that blends in with the serenity of the landscape.I f you enjoy relaxed days this is the ideal visit for you! The visit will start with a tasting of AOC wines of a small producer in a modern space in the city of Régua. It’s also here that you will enjoy a light lunch, of a modern and vibrant cuisine, sided with the wines of the same producer. After, you follow to Pinhão, a small and picturesque town, where you will embark on a relaxing cruise on the Douro River. Your day will end in an estate, overlooking this village, while you taste some Port wines, with a modern twist, enjoying the fantastic scenery that this region has to offer. 

Inclusions: Lunch, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities