In the amazing Douro Valley you can find three spots classified by UNESCO as world heritage: the Alto Douro Wine Region, the Archaeological Park of Vale do Côa and the Olaria Negra de Bisalhães. With about 620.000 acres of extension, the Douro Valley Wine Region originates from the territorial delimitation of 1756, the date of the first demarcation of the 'Vineyards of the Alto Douro', which defined the first institutional model of organization of a wine region worldwide. Originally established to regulate the production of fortified wine that we call ‘Port wine’, today the RDD circumscribes the Controlled Denomination of Origin for Port and Douro wines. Most of the vineyards are planted on the steep slopes of the Douro River and its tributaries, where the terraces and the patamares create breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. Every wine lover should visit the Douro Valley at least once in his life.

“10/10 must do Viator review: Douro Valley private wine tour | tastings and lunch included If you’re planning a trip to Porto, this Douro Valley tour is an absolute must! Our day started with a perfectly on-time hotel pickup by Alfredo in a spotless and very comfortable VW T7. From the very beginning, he made us feel welcome. His English is excellent, and throughout the day he shared so many interesting stories about Portugal, the Douro Valley, its history, and its wine culture. His passion and knowledge really made the experience special. Our first stop was a small, family-owned winery, where we learned a lot about the region and the winemaking process while enjoying a fantastic wine tasting in a very personal setting. After that, Alfredo took us to a stunning winery with breathtaking views. We enjoyed another excellent wine tasting followed by one of the best lunches we had during our stay in Portugal. The day continued with a stop at the beautiful Pinhão train station, famous for its traditional blue tile artwork, before we relaxed on a peaceful boat cruise along the Douro River. It was the perfect way to take in the incredible scenery. Overall, this was a truly unforgettable experience. Without Alfredo’s local knowledge and carefully planned itinerary, we could never have discovered the Douro Valley in such an authentic and enjoyable way on our own. 10/10 experience – highly recommended! If you’re visiting Porto, don’t miss this tour.”
Seyed-Resa Germany
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