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Douro Valley Best-Of Private Tour – Fully Customizable Experience

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Porto, Portugal
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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Overview

This private tour allows you not to follow a stipulated tour created by someone else, but to CREATE YOUR OWN PRIVATE TOUR, AS A FULLY-PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE, by adding your preferred optional add-ons:

- Visit to a Family-Owned Estate, including DOCs and Port wine tastings
- Visit to Premium "Quinta", including superior wine tastings with pairing of regional delicacies
-️ Rustic Regional Lunch, drinks included
- Premium 3-Course, with DOC wine pairings included
- Boat Ride – 1h, Shared-basis
- Private 1h Boat Ride, with wine/juice tasting and music aboard
-‍‍‍ Family Package: Family treasure Hunts with awards + blind-tasting of nectar juices with fun quiz for children/non-drinkers, harmonized with adult wine tasting

Please talk to us to know how you can book these add-ons and further customizing all experiences according to your specific preferences and the curated itinerary

What's Included

  • Insurance & Taxes – All required coverage included for a worry-free experience.
  • Pick-up & Drop-off at Accommodation – Private transport from your location for a seamless experience
  • Douro Valley Highlights – Curated Itinerary with Flexibility to Customize via Add-Ons.
  • ADD-ON EXPERIENCES (available list for you to choose)
  • Wine Tastings at Local Quintas – Standard or premium tastings at wine estates (available as add-ons)
  • 3-Course Wine Lunch: Panoramic, Premium, or Rustic Restaurant, or Free Time for Lunch.
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Meeting and Pickup

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We provide pick-up/drop-off WITH NO EXTRA CHARGES at the following locations: - city centre of Porto and Gaia (ray of 4km) - Train/bus stations of São Bento and Campanhã For the following locations, pick-up/drop-off WILL BE ADDED OF ADITTIONAL DISPLACEMENT FEES and day-scheduling adjustments, according to the distances involved: - Outkirsts of Porto and Gaia - City centres of Braga and Guimarães - Porto international Airport (depending on flight schedules). - Douro Valley: Peso da Régua and Pinhão - Cruise Terminal of Matosinhos

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Peso Da Regua

Get acquainted with magnificient viewpoints such as São Leonardo da Galafura, Premium or Rustic wine estates with DOCs and Port wine tastings, amazgin restaurants and river activities
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Pinhao

Discover the beauty of Pinhão, including its historic train station adorned with traditional tiles, and take in the spectacular photo spots that capture the essence of this World Heritage region. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, this is a chance to immerse yourself fully in the unique charm of the Douro Valley.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Provesende

This is one of the most iconic hidden gems of the Old Douro, with its small cobalt stones alleys, the 1th century church, the viewpoints over São Cristovão do Doruo, the local taverns and minimarkets and the local inhabitants that you can take the chance to speak to and discover more of this ruch "Duriense" culture
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Sabrosa

A piece of history hidden in the Alto-Douro Vinhateiro's authentic villages, this is the place where Ferdinand Magellan was born, full of full-crest Manor Houses from secular families and wine estatates around that you can stop for a nice wine tasting
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If there is any mental/physicall condition that needs any type of specific requirement, please advise in advance
  • The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors that may influence the plan for the day
  • Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance
  • Infant seats are available on request for € 10/unit. Please advise in advance

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Douro Valley Best-Of Private Tour – Fully Customizable Experience?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Insurance & Taxes – All required coverage included for a worry-free experience.
  • Pick-up & Drop-off at Accommodation – Private transport from your location for a seamless experience
  • Douro Valley Highlights – Curated Itinerary with Flexibility to Customize via Add-Ons.
  • Scenic Drive on N222 – One of the World’s Most Beautiful Roads with Iconic Viewpoints.
  • Authentic Douro Villages – Free Time to Explore and Soak in Local Culture.
  • Private Transportation & Tour Guide – A dedicated guide and comfortable vehicle throughout the day.
  • ADD-ON EXPERIENCES (available list for you to choose)
  • Wine Tastings at Local Quintas – Standard or premium tastings at wine estates (available as add-ons)
  • 3-Course Wine Lunch: Panoramic, Premium, or Rustic Restaurant, or Free Time for Lunch.
  • Douro River Boat Trip – Option for a private or group cruise or free time to explore independently.
  • Gratuities/Tips and expenses of any kind, not referred to in the "included" section.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If there is any mental/physicall condition that needs any type of specific requirement, please advise in advance
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tours are subject to local traffic, visit schedules and other external factors that may influence the plan for the day
  • Specific nutritional or dietary food restrictions must be informed in advance
  • Infant seats are available on request for € 10/unit. Please advise in advance

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