Douro Valley Premium Small-Group Tour: Wine, Lunch & Cruise
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Porto, Portugal
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
This guided tour of Douro Valley gives you a full day in the Portuguese countryside. Learn invaluable cultural information from your guide, and travel with ease, as all transport is organized for you on this small-group tour. The day has so many wonderful inclusions, making it the ultimate hassle-free experience—visit wine estates for tastings, have a local lunch, enjoy a panoramic cruise, and sample local olive oil and cheeses too.
- Travel between dispersed highlights of Douro Valley in a comfortable vehicle
- Traditional lunch in the village of Pinhão included
- Boat trip along the river Douro and wine tastings included
- Learn about local food from your guide, and try olive oil
Sample Menu
Starter
Starter
Vegetable soup, Olive oil with bread
Main
Fish Meal Option
Grilled sea bass with toasted potatoes and sautéed vegetables
Main
Meat Meal Option
Iberian pork stuffed with mushroom risotto
Main
Vegetarian Option
Pasta with sautéed vegetables or mushroom risotto
Dessert
Dessert
Red berry cheesecake
What's Included
- Visit to 2 wine estates (Guided visits & Tasting included)
- Wine, Olive Oil & Honey Tasting
- Lunch of typical Portuguese food
- 1-Hour boat ride
- Small Group Tour (máx 8 persons)
- Local Guide
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
When you make your reservation, mention your hotel and we will be assigned a meeting point closest to you.
Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
Porto (Pass By)
1
Quinta do Panascal
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
2
Douro River
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Pinhao (Pass By)
Pinhao Railway Station (Pass By)
3
Casa dos Barros
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Vilarinho de Sao Romao
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Porto (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Good for avoiding crowds
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 1,416 reviews
Ashley_S, Jun 2026
The tour was so amazing highly recommend. Nice to have a small group. The boat ride through the Douro river was so nice as well. Our tour guide andrea was very knowledgeable and attentive.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Ashley,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience and enjoyed the small-group atmosphere, the relaxing Douro River cruise, and your day with Andreia. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria Antunes
Jon_L, Jun 2026
Wonderfully entertaining! Our guide Alex was knowledgeable and gave great history of the region in between winery visits!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Jon,
Thank you so much for your kind review.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in the Douro Valley and that Alex’s knowledge and storytelling helped bring the region’s history to life between winery visits.
Thank you for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria Antunes
Cody_C, Jun 2026
Cancelled on us last minute- didn’t offer a real solution other than to take us two days later which didn’t work with our travel plans
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Cody,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We are truly sorry that your tour was cancelled at the last minute. Unfortunately, on the morning of the tour, our vehicle was involved in an unforeseen traffic accident, making it impossible for us to operate the tour safely.
We completely understand your disappointment, especially as the alternative date we were able to offer did not fit your travel plans. We know that many of our guests have limited time in Portugal, and we regret that we were unable to provide the experience you had planned.
As soon as the situation occurred, we contacted all affected guests, offered the possibility to reschedule to the next available date, and provided a full refund for those who were unable to join on another day.
While we understand your frustration, guest safety must always come first.
We sincerely apologize again for the inconvenience caused and hope you were still able to enjoy the rest of your time in Portugal.
Kind regards,
Maria Antunes
adam_c, Jun 2026
We had Alex as a driver and tour guide. He was very punctual as a start. During the tour he shared a lot of interesting information about the neighbouring region, Portugal and the trip. The itinerary was great. The pace was just perfect and he returned us on time.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Adam,
Thank you once again for your kind review.
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Alex's knowledge and guidance helped make the day so memorable.
Thank you for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria Antunes
Paul_M, Jun 2026
The arrangements and communication was excellent. Our driver/guide, Samual, was charming, knowledgeable and efficient.
Everything about the tour was top notch. Three wine tastings at beautiful, historic wineries; the meals were delicious; the river cruise was enchanting; and the landscape and views were amazing..
The tour was a full eight hours but worth the commitment. W3 also made some new friends!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Paul,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing day in the Douro Valley and that Samuel’s knowledge, charm, and professionalism helped make the experience so memorable. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed the wine tastings, the delicious meals, the river cruise, and the stunning scenery along the way.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Nicola_C, Jun 2026
Fantastic experience … guide so friendly and informative, small party who were great and wine tasting and river experience fabulous … such good value for money
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Nicola,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience and enjoyed the wine tastings, river cruise, and the company of your fellow travellers. It’s also great to know that your guide helped make the day even more enjoyable with their friendliness and knowledge.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Daniel_P, Jun 2026
George was an outstanding tour guide. He was courteous, professional, engaging, interesting and fun to spend the day with. The itinerary was exactly what we were hoping for and more.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Daniel,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that Jorge helped make your day so enjoyable. Your kind words about his professionalism, friendliness, and engaging approach will mean a great deal to him.
It’s also fantastic to know that the itinerary met, and even exceeded, your expectations.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
AnnChristine_G, May 2026
Was a wonderful and magical day from start to finish. Alex was entertaining and knowledgeable throughout the tour. Thankyou!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Ann Christine,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful and magical day. It’s great to know that Alex’s knowledge and entertaining personality helped make the experience even more enjoyable.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Tim_R, May 2026
Tour was amazing. Great wine and great time. The guide was fun and interactive. Highly recommend for anyone
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Tim,
Thank you so much for your kind review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing time, enjoyed the wines, and had fun with your guide throughout the day.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Barry_M, May 2026
Great experience touring the Duoro Valley. The wines and ports were terrific, as was the lunch. The river cruise very relaxing. But, above all, our guide Alex made the day truly exceptional. Informative, friendly with a great sense of humor. He made our day and we highly recommend the tour and Alex.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Barry,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to the Douro Valley, from the wine and Port tastings to the lunch and relaxing river cruise. It’s especially rewarding to know that Alex made the experience truly exceptional with his knowledge, friendliness, and sense of humour. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours and for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Roger_S, May 2026
Very nice tour with good wine, port, olive oil and honey tastings. Lunch was at a great location and the food was great allowing for differing opinions.
Alex was a kind and knowledgeable guide giving us depth in both wines and Portugal in general. We had a great experience in the Douro!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Roger,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tastings, the lunch experience, and your time exploring the Douro Valley with Alex. It’s wonderful to know that his knowledge and kindness helped make the day even more special.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We truly hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Steve_D, May 2026
We had a fantastic time and our Guide (Marcello) was great. He was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He made everything so simple. We were picked up at our hotel and delivered back to the hotel that evening. Everyone had a great time and had plenty of Port and Table wine.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Steve,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time with Marcelo and enjoyed his knowledge, sense of humour, and guidance throughout the day. It’s also great to know that everything felt smooth and well organized from pick-up to drop-off, and that you enjoyed the Port and table wine tastings!
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We truly hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Mary_L, May 2026
An excellent excursion! Alex was knowledgeable and friendly. Made sure we had all we needed. Shared the history of the region and wine. The boat ride was so smooth and the sights are beautiful! The organic wine was delicious!! Ordered some for home!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Mary,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an excellent experience with Alex and enjoyed learning about the region and its wines. It’s also wonderful to know that you enjoyed the boat ride, the beautiful scenery, and especially the organic wine!
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Valerie_B, May 2026
Both the tour and our guide, Filipe, were excellent. The Douro Valley is spectacular and the two wineries we visited were wonderful. Filipe shared interesting info about the area and expertly guided us from one activity to the next. Lunch was very good and the setting under the trees beautiful. A really great day.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Valerie,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great day in the Douro Valley and enjoyed the wineries, the lunch setting, and the overall experience with Filipe. We’ll be very happy to share your kind words with him.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
MaryAnne_s, May 2026
Perfect trip to the Douro valley guided by Jorge! We met new friends from around the world while having a van excursion into the wine country. We tasted port at 4 different wineries, had a delicious Portugues lunch and took a relaxing Douro River cruise.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Mary,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you had a perfect day in the Douro Valley with Jorge and enjoyed the wine tastings, traditional Portuguese lunch, and relaxing river cruise. It’s also lovely to know that the small group experience allowed you to connect with fellow travellers from around the world.
Thank you once again for choosing Portugal Excellence Tours. We truly hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Maria
Heather_J, Apr 2026
Absolutely amazing! Pick this TOUR! The guide is fantastic. The wineries you visit our outstanding. Lunch at the most lovely location. Boat tour down the Douro. Pick this TOUR
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Heather,
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience and that everything — from the guide to the wineries, lunch, and boat ride — made the day so special.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re so glad you’d encourage others to choose this tour!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Gail_Y, Apr 2026
This was an amazing experience. We were 6 friends in our 50’s with our guide Andre. He was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and good fun. The day was not rushed, the tastings. Lunch and the boat trip were all excellent and the views spectacular. All in all a great day with a great guide, that we will all remember for a long time.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Gail,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you and your friends had such an amazing day in the Douro Valley with André.
It’s great to know you enjoyed the relaxed pace, the tastings, the lunch, and the boat trip — and especially that André’s knowledge and good humour helped make the experience so memorable. The stunning views truly do make it a day to remember for a long time.
We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you all again in the future for another special experience in Portugal.
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Shrinivas_J, Apr 2026
We had excellent guide/driver (Neno) for the entire trip. He was knowledgeable and has history of Porto. He covered amazing places and we had best experience after lunch wine taste location
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Shrinivas,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing day in the Douro Valley.
Nuno will be very happy to know his knowledge and guidance made your experience so enjoyable. It’s great to hear you loved the places visited, especially the winery after lunch — those moments really make the day special.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Maureen_K, Apr 2026
Fantastic day. We went to two wineries, first one was the best, very informative tour with Christian. Lovely lunch and boat trip. Our tour guide Marcello was excellent. Would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Maureen,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you had a fantastic day in the Douro Valley and enjoyed the winery visits, lunch, and boat trip.
It’s great to know that the first winery made such a strong impression and that Marcello helped make the experience even more special. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Carole_T, Apr 2026
Fantastic day. Marcelo was an excellent guide, great driver and very knowledgable. We really enjoyed our 2nd tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Carole,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had a fantastic day in the Douro Valley and that Marcelo made the experience even more enjoyable with his knowledge and driving.
It’s especially wonderful to know this was your second tour with us — that truly means a lot! We hope to welcome you again for another great adventure.
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Tina_C, Apr 2026
Andre was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable. Love love love love love love love love love love love
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Tina,
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic experience in the Douro Valley and that André made it even more special with his knowledge.
Your “love, love, love” says it all — we truly appreciate it!
PENNY_T, Apr 2026
It was a wonderful day in the Valley seeing the vineyards and learning about wines and the area. The guides / driver were fun and added to the experience.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Penny,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had a wonderful day in the Douro Valley, enjoying the vineyards and learning more about the wines and the region.
It’s great to know our guides helped make the experience even more enjoyable and fun. We truly appreciate your feedback!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Paula_J, Apr 2026
5 star experience all the way! Met some new friends, enjoyed some lovely wine in the beautiful Douro Valley. Our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Paula,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had a 5-star experience and enjoyed the beautiful Douro Valley, great wines, and meeting new people along the way.
It’s lovely to know your guide made the day even more special with their knowledge and care. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Shom_G, Apr 2026
Amazing tour, Nuno was an amazing guide and extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Learned a lot, saw amazing sights, and drank some great wine. Well worth the price.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Shom,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience in the Douro Valley. Nuno will be very happy to know his friendliness and knowledge made your day so enjoyable.
It’s great to hear you learned a lot, enjoyed the stunning views, and tasted some excellent wines. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Alexander_S, Apr 2026
Excellent Douro Valley tour - probably the best wine tour we’ve ever been on! Jorge was fantastic as a guide and every location was breathtaking. The small group aspect was essential and we felt very experience was so much richer because of it. We didn’t want the day to end! Would 100% recommend this to anyone!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Alexander,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that this was one of the best wine tours you’ve ever experienced — that truly means a lot to us.
Jorge will be thrilled to know he made such a positive impact, and we’re so glad you enjoyed the breathtaking locations and the richness of the small-group experience. It’s the best compliment to hear you didn’t want the day to end!
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable day in the Douro Valley.
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Maria_A, Apr 2026
Good tour. But the driver drove very fast eventhough we asked him to take it slow. We got no water on the tour. The lunch was 2 star rating, it was quite dirty.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for choosing our tour.
We are glad to hear that you overall enjoyed the experience, but we are truly sorry to learn that some aspects did not meet your expectations.
Regarding the driving, we take safety very seriously and will address this matter with our driver to ensure a more comfortable pace in the future. Concerning the water, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention and will review our procedures to make sure this is consistently provided.
We are also very sorry to hear that the lunch did not meet our usual standards. We will follow up with the restaurant to ensure improvements are made.
Your comments are very important to us as they help us improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide a much better experience.
Laurie_L, Apr 2026
Loved it!! The small group was great. Lots of great information. Loved the river and winery tours. Especially loved all the wine and port tastings. At the lunch, would have been nice to have a table with a better view rather than stuck in a back corner especially considering the tables with better views were available to whole time we were there.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Laurie,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the small group experience, the informative tour, and especially the river and winery visits — and of course all the wine and port tastings!
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the lunch seating. Your comments are very helpful, and we’ll be sure to share them with our partners to improve the experience for future guests.
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Khiuk_Y, Apr 2026
If you are visiting Porto, a trip to the Douro Valley is an absolute must. The terraced winery cliffs are truly spectacular. We were a small group of six (including our family of four), which made the experience feel very private and special. The itinerary was perfect: we enjoyed a one-hour river cruise, sampled excellent wines and ports, and had a delicious lunch at a stunning winery. While the tour is not cheap, the quality of the experience made it worth every penny. We were also blessed with very good weather which made the day extra special.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Khiuk_Y,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the stunning scenery of the Douro Valley and that the small-group experience made your day feel extra special.
It’s great to know that you appreciated the itinerary — from the river cruise and wine tastings to the delicious lunch in such a beautiful setting. We’re especially happy that the experience felt worth it and that the good weather made it even more memorable.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another unforgettable tour in Portugal.
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Brad_C, Mar 2026
It would be a mistake to travel all this way and not take this tour, Our guide, Mauro, was the best! He was very knowledgeable, personable and funny. He made the experience great,
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and that Mauro made the day so enjoyable with his knowledge, personality, and humor. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us!
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
Kieran_D, Mar 2026
This wine tour was excellent. Our guide was a good conversationalist and was able to tell us a lot about the estates, the culture of the area, the processes of the winemaking, and much more. He was friendly and very obliging as well, and took us to some beautiful locations for pictures.
The tour itself was also great. The meal was delicious and the wine of course was excellent (especially the port). There was a lot of driving, but for those willing to learn about the area and converse, or even those who simply want to take pictures, it is great.
All in all it was an excellent Tour and worth the price.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that your guide helped make the experience engaging with insights about the estates, the local culture, and the winemaking process. It’s great to know you also appreciated the beautiful photo stops, the delicious meal, and of course the excellent wines — especially the port.
Your kind words about the overall value of the experience mean a lot to us. We truly appreciate you joining the tour and hope to welcome you again for another memorable day in the Douro Valley.
Kind regards,
Albertina Santos
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