Douro Valley: private tour with lunch and wine estate all inclusive

t and will drive you to the Amarante, our first stop. On your way to the Douro Region, your guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.

Visitors will be awed by the majestic Serra do Marão and the Tâmega River, the longest tributary of the Douro. Legend says a Roman centurion named Amarantus founded this city, while St. Gonçalo, a Benedictine monk, built its famous bridge in the 13th century. Don't miss the renowned local sweets: papos de anjo, brisas do Tâmega, toucinho do céu, bolos de São Gonçalo, and galhofas.

The lovely São Leonardo da Galafura Viewpoint is located in between Vila Real and Peso da Régua, on a place of Great natural beauty over the amazing Douro River, confirming the excellence of the ancient and historical Trás-os-Montes region. Here, the sights are breathtaking, with the Douro River leading the attentions, trimmed by the steep soils where the famous Douro wine is planted, providing wonderful landscapes.

Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you will have a delicious traditional portuguese meal with drinks included. Try some of most traditional portuguese gastronomy pairing with some local Douro table wine. (Vegetarian option during lunch is available, make sure you request it during the booking process)

ng the south bank of the Douro River, for miles of pleasure, fascination and beautiful surroundings into the very heart of the Douro Wine Region.

The vision from the river to both banks, in areas where only vineyards and wine farms exist, is a unique experience.

Discover the secrets of the vineyards as you take a guided walking tour through the property, stopping at points of interest along the way and taking in the magnificent landscape of the vineyards. During the guided visit, and before returning to Porto, you will also enjoy the unforgettable experience of tasting of different wines.