10 Food Tours in Northern Portugal That You Shouldn't Miss

On this half day tour, you will be able to explore the city of Porto from top to bottom in a quick and comfortable fashion. This tour takes you to know the best and most recognized gastronomic products that the city of Porto has to offer. You will be able to visit the famous Port wine cellars, travel through the heritage of the city, and enjoy a delicious tasting of Portuguese cheeses.

Inclusions: Visit to a Port wine cellar (tasting included), Portuguese cheese tasting, Porto Historical Center, Guided tour, Pick up/drop off at hotel or guest accommodation, Internet Wi-Fi free on board

Exclusions: Gratuities

Your driver will pick you up early morning in a comfortable car or van. You will then begin your 9 hour tour full of beautiful landscapes and scenic drives and also you will learn the history of the Valley. Throughout the day you will visit local wineries that you will choose, where you can taste both the Port and regular wines. An olive oil museum can also be part of the trip, where you can taste the olives, almonds, honey, bread and olive oil 100% regional. There is also an optional 1 hour cruise boat in "Pinhão". If you do not have a restaurant booked, our guide will recommend you the best restaurants of the Douro Valley. On the return trip to Porto, you will ride by the considered most beautiful driving road in the world 2015, where you can see amazing landscapes the north of Portugal has to offer.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Bottled water, Luxury Sedan, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Boat Cruise (optional), Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages

A pleasant tour along the magnificent landscape of the banks of the river Douro with a typical boat to the village of San Pedro da Afurada, land of fishermen and varinas. We make a stop to get to know, in a short walk, this village and its people so typical and genuine. The smell of grilled fish floods the village air that whets the appetite for the tasty meal of fresh fish fished on our Atlantic coast in the typical restaurant we have selected for you. After a good meal nothing like continuing the bike ride through the relaxing Natural Reserve of the Douro Estuary to the beach and then we start the journey back to Gaia where the emblematic Port Wine cellars are located. We visit a family production Port wine cellar where you will have the opportunity for a true tasting of Port Wines. For your convenience and for your freedom of choice we do NOT INCLUDE in the price the value of the meal and the Port wine tasting. We estimate a value between € 25 and € 35 per person.

Inclusions: The services of a local guide, Bike, helmet and child seat (if is needed), The bike tour of 5h in Porto, Boat trip to the village of Afurada

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Extras and personal expenses, For your convenience and for your freedom of choice we do NOT INCLUDE in the price of our gastronomic tour the value of the meal and the Port wine tasting. We estimate a value between 25,00€ and 35,00€ per person., Fresh fish meal in a typical restaurant Lunch Menu: Starters Soup Salad Choose from a varied Fresh Fish list Dessert Wine or Beer or Soft Drink Coffee, Visit to a wine cellar and 2 Port wine tasting Tasting Port Wine: 1 White Port Wine Tasting 1 Red Port Wine Tasting

Portugal is home to some of the best wines in the world. Meet taste and get to know the main regions of Portugal in a tasting conducted by a WSET level 3 and cooking degree, and where you can see the difference between wines and terroirs. This tasting is accompanied by great innovative tapas, by a renowned chef, all in the privacy of a tasting room. 5 unique tailored tapas & 5 wines. This tasting is held in Matosinhos, the fishing city near Porto. It has 150 fish restaurants in just 2 streets. It is considered to have the WORLD´S BEST FISH. Optionally, there can be a fish and seafood lunch or dinner, upon request and pricing.

Inclusions: Food tasting, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lunch, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Lunch, Food and drinks, unless specified

The Douro Wine Region is Portugal´s best known region. Famous for its terraces, it is a sight for sore eyes. The region is home to producers since 1756 and produces the most stunning wines. It is home to Touriga Nacional (red grape). It was known for only Ports but in the last 40 years, table wines have become an important part of the business. The food is also to die for! Full of stews, hearty meats and of course bacalhau and octopus. Get to know this unique region in Europe.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, 3-course lunch, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Join this tour to enjoy the city of Porto to it's fullest. Stroll down the narrow and hilly streets while you learn about the history of Porto. This tour gives you a chance to try some of the best products from the north part of Portugal, like cheese, chorizo, prosciutto, wine and more. Learn about the roots of Porto, it's history and it's importance through the centuries. See the new temporary Bolhão Market and it's frenzy with all the vendors and the local products. Then stroll down towards the historical neighbourhood to try some local products and some wine. The streets call for another walk and the tour continues towards the Douro River for a delicious tapas meal. Join a professional guide for a lovely morning or evening where you will feel like a local while strolling down the streets, getting to know the history behind the buildings that go as far as the XII century and of course sitting down to taste local products. Xperience this food tour and enjoy the tasting.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Food tasting, Local guide, Professional guide, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions, Food and drinks, unless specified

This tours allows you to visit and learn about the Douro with a professional guide and certified sommelier. It is perfect to learn everything about wine and the secrets behind it.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Douro Map, Premium wine tasting

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Enchanted gastronomy, served on board of an exclusive boat just for you, which will take you to one of the most emblematic vineyards of the Douro, Quinta do Crasto ... The degustation menu signed by an internationally renowned Chef with one of the best views of the region. We have joined all the perfect ingredients to finish with a toast to the Douro's Magic, at Quinta do Vallado Lose yourself with us in this luxurious and exclusive tour at Douro Valley!

Inclusions: Private jaguar tour , 2 Premium Wineries with visit and wine tasting , Tasting lunch at DOC Restaurant or similar (Michelin Chef), Private boat ride (2h00) with snacks and wines on board , Brunch and Tonic Port / Sparkling wine served on board , Exclusive guide , Mineral water, Insurance, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

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The best way to understand the culture of a country is to dive deep into its food and wine heritage. In Portugal, you will find hundreds of lesser-known grape varieties that grow nowhere else in the world. On this exciting food and wine tour, you can sample Portugal’s wide variety of wines by the hands of our certified Sommelier while tasting its amazing food as well! Meet your guide, a professional Sommelier that will show you the beauty of the city and the secrets of its food and wines. Walk-through Porto’s beautiful cobbled streets dating back to Roman times while trying outstanding local wines and regional specialties. This food and wine walking tour is reserved for a maximum of 6 guests only. Ensuring new safety standards and promoting a personalized atmosphere.

Inclusions: Small Group tour of max 6 people to ensure safety guidelines and promote a personalized experience, Professional sommelier to guide you on a culinary journey of food and wine, Full Meal consisting of various seasonal Portuguese dishes, 6 full glasses of different wines from Portugal thoughtfully picked to pair with the food, 3-hours of food & wine pairings through 4 different local spots, Hand Sanitizer & Face Masks Available Free of Charge

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional), Hotel pick up or transfer

Whether you're looking for the best sweets in Porto, an exclusive wine tasting, a tour of the pastel de nata, or any other food experience, your favorite local foodie has you covered! This personalised food tour is here to satisfy your Portugese cravings. Trust and believe, the local foodies have explored Porto discovering the city bite by bite and are ready to craft the food experience of your dreams. Already familiar with Porto food or looking for something really out of the ordinary? Feel free to get in touch with a local as they know the best food hotspots. Pick the tastings that meet your eye from the list below, and if what you're looking for it's not there, don't worry! Let your local host know and they'll even personalize the tour even more. *Please keep in mind that this experience shows a base price that will change according to your requests and the personalised offer your local foodie creates for you.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private tour, Average 6-10 tastings included depending on your requests

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off