The 10 Best Day Trips from in Pinhao, Northern Portugal

Experience the Douro Valley with this day tour. Know the first demarcated wine region in the world. You'll learn about the tradition of the north of Portugal, see amazing landscape and learn about the costumes and traditions of the Douro Valley. You will try what is consider the Portuguese Nectar of the Gods, in different vineyards at the Douro Valley.

Inclusions: Lunch, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Round-trip shared transfer, Private tour

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

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

The route will allow you to travel along the National Road 222, considered by the BBC, due to its proximity to the Douro River and the vineyards, as one of the most beautiful roads in the world. The next stop is Pinhão, where you can take a small cruise that will allow you to dazzle a landscape of rare beauty. You will have the opportunity to take a 1 hour cruise in the Alto Douro Wine Region between Pinhão | Romaneira | Pinhão and taste the unique wines produced in the Douro Valley, Port Wine. We indicate the best wine cellar you should visit and the best restaurant for lunch.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Fresh Water | Mini refrigerator, Qualified driver in English, French and Spanish

Exclusions: Meals, Tickets in Monuments and Caves, Wine tasting, Expenses of a personal nature

- 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)

Pickup in your Hotel/Port in Porto Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient special, related to Wine, Olive Oil and the Old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the temple of a Fertility goddess. Trip to Pinhão trhough N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with is historical tiles Rabelo Boat Trip (1 hour Pinhão-Romaneira-Pinhão, a nice trip to have a different perspective from the Douro Valley) Visit to a beautiful Winery with Wine, Olive Oil and Honey Tastings, with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapes of the World) or a nice Olive Oil Museum which is also a Winery. Return to your Hotel/Port in Porto or transfer to Douro Valley.

Inclusions: Veículo com ar-condicionado, Bottled Water, Lunch in a traditional restaurant with delicious food and a wonderful view over the river, Visit and Tastings in the Two Wineries, Boat Ride in a Traditional Rabelo Boat - 1 hour, Port Wine Tastings, Olive Oil Tastings, Honey Tastings, Douro Wine Tastings, Local Guide, Entrada -The Douro Valley

Exclusions: Souvenirs and Personal expenses not included in the program, Tips

Day 1 Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Peso da Régua Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Visit to a typical Quinta (Wine Estate) with wine tasting Trip from Peso da Régua to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Lunch (Local Gastronomy) or Gourmet Experience (at your will) Visit to the historical train station of Pinhão Rabelo boat trip(1 hour) Wine and Olive Oil Tastings Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Return to the Hotel Day 2 Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Lamego Traditional Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings Visit to the Shrine of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Visit to Lamego´s Castle and Medieval Cistern Visit to the Archeological Center Visit to Se´s Cathedral Visit to the Visigothic Chapel of Balsemão Lunch (Local Gastronomy) Visit to Ucanha´s Roman Bridge and Fortified Tower Visit to the Murganheira Wine Cellars with sparkling wine tasting Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Return to the Hotel

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled Water, Lunch in a traditional restaurant with delicious food and a winderful view over the river, Visit and Tastings in the two Wineries, Boat Ride in a traditional Rabelo Boat - 1 hour, Port Wine Tastings, Olive Oil Tastings, Honey Tastings, Douro Wine Tastings, Local Guide, Entrada - The Douro Valley

Exclusions: Souvenirs and Personal expenses not included in the program, Tips

Pick-up in your Hotel/Port in Porto Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient and special,related to Wine, Olive Oil and the Old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the t emple of a Fertility goddess. Trip to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with its historical tiles Rabelo Boat Trip (1 hour Pinhão-Romaneira-.Pinhão, a nice trip to hava a different perspective from the Douro Valley) Visit to a beautiful Winery with Wine, Olive Oil and Honey Tastings, with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapes of the World) or a nice Olive Oil Museum which is also a Winery. Return to your Hotel/Port in Porto or transfer to Douro Valley

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled Water, Lunch in a traditional restaurant with delicious food and an amazing view over the river, Visit and Tastings in two Wineries, Boat ride in a Traditional Rabelo Boat - 1 hour, Port Wine Tastings, Olive Oil Tastings, Honey Tastings, Douro Wine Tastings, Local Guide, Entrada - The Douro Valley

Exclusions: Souvenirs and Personal Expenses not included in the program, Tips

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.

Venture away from the bustling city and spend a day exploring the peaceful, evergreen Douro Valley. Discover Portugal’s renowned vintners as you rumble along dirt roads in a capable 4x4, sample a glass of the area’s famous port and indulge in a tasty picnic lunch.

Inclusions: Lunch, Wine tasting, Winery Visit, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Personal expenses