From Porto: Full-Day Douro Tour Porto: Full-Day Douro Tour
ID: GYG1165-1165
Category:
Sight Seeing
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: Portugal
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Come on a day tour by bus. Discover the beauty of the Douro River and explore this unique wine region, birthplace of port. See historic monasteries and settlements, and visit charming towns along the river banks.
Take a trip by bus along the Douro River to discover charming riverside towns and landscapes on this full-day bus tour from Porto.
Enjoy picturesque views of the famous river that flows between mountains, experience local traditions and food, and visit the birthplace of one of the world’s most beloved drinks, Port.
Stop at the town of Amarante on the bank of the river, and see the historic Monastery of Saint Gonçalo, which dates back to the 16th century.
Enjoy a tasting of some of the region’s finest Port before we continue to the Pinhão parish on the rolling hills of the Alijó area.
Take in more spectacular views of the hillside vineyards and the lush valleys. Explore more of this UNESCO World Heritage site and see historic Roman settlements before we return to Porto in the evening.
Highlights
- Explore the Douro River on a guided full-day bus tour from Porto
- Visit the historic town of Amarante
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the Douro valley and its hillside vineyards
- Taste some of the region's finest and most beloved export, port wine
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tour may be canceled due to technical reasons, weather conditions, or maintenance
Reservations are available on request
Tour does not operate on 25th December and 1st January
A European vaccination certificate or a negative COVID-19 test is mandatory if meals are included in the tour
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meeting point: Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350 - Porto
INCLUDED
- Bus transfers
- Guided tour
- Lunch
- Wine tasting
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
