Perfect for travelers staying in Porto who want a full-day experience exploring the stunning Douro wine region.
The Douro Valley Day Tour brings you into one of Portugal’s most breathtaking regions. This valley invites you to enjoy wine, scenery, and culture.
The Douro Valley is a land of winding rivers with terraced vineyards climbing every hillside.
Historic estates welcome visitors with warm hospitality and each stop offers rich flavors and unforgettable views.
You can taste award-winning wines, stroll through charming villages, and meet local producers with deep traditions.
Every moment adds energy to your day.
The Douro Valley Day Tour is perfect for travelers who love exploring.
It brings excitement, culture, and discovery together, and the experience feels both fun and enriching.
What Can You Do in the Douro Valley?
The Douro Valley Day Tour gives you far more than beautiful views.
This region invites you to enjoy dynamic experiences filled with flavor, culture, and excitement.
Many travelers drive the valley alone. They admire the vineyards, taste a little wine, and return home with simple but pleasant memories.
Guided travelers unlock much more.
They visit premium wine estates hidden from the general public, gaining access to exclusive and authentic experiences.
You can combine several activities in one smooth day. Without expert support, coordinating these experiences is often difficult, stressful, or even impossible.
Our logistical planning keeps your day calm and efficient. Every moment flows naturally, allowing you to enjoy the valley without rushing or worrying about schedules.
You also benefit from local knowledge. We help identify what truly deserves your time, ensuring each choice matches your personal interests.
Talk to us when booking your tour. We listen to your preferences and suggest tailored experiences you can book through us or directly.
Options in the Douro Valley are exciting but can be hard to combine. Our guidance simplifies everything and helps you return home with unforgettable memories.
Wine tastings, exclusive estate lunches, private river cruises, and olive oil experiences are just the beginning of your Douro Valley Day Tour.
Important Note: This tour will be offered exclusively as an add-on to the Porto Lisbon Day Tour.
An Exciting Example of a Douro Valley Day Tour
08:30 – Pick-up in Porto Your adventure begins with a relaxed drive into the heart of the valley.
Stop 1: Douro River Viewpoint Enjoy sweeping valley landscapes and capture unforgettable photos in one of Portugal’s most iconic regions.
Stop 2: Olive Oil Mill Visit and Tasting Learn how premium olive oil is made and taste fresh, flavorful varieties in a fun, hands-on experience.
Stop 3: Winery Lunch with Tastings Savor a delicious meal at a local wine estate and sample exceptional Douro wines paired with regional dishes.
Stop 4: Rabelo Boat Ride Glide along the river in a traditional rabelo boat and enjoy a dynamic, scenic moment on the water.
18:30 – Arrival at Your Hotel in Porto After a full day of flavor, culture, and adventure, your Douro Valley Day Tour ends with unforgettable memories.
Please note that this plan serves as an illustrative example, and we are open to considering other tour possibilities to cater to your preferences.
Douro Valley – Landscape
Add-On Activities for Your Douro Valley Day Tour
Enhance your trip by adding optional experiences to your Douro Valley Day Tour, ensuring a fully coordinated and stress-free travel day.
Entrance fees to monuments, boat rides such as the Rabelo Boat (the traditional wooden boat of the Douro Valley), lunches, and other activities not listed in the program are not included in the tour price.
However, we can add any selected experiences to your final tour cost if you wish to enjoy these visits/activities. A small management fee applies, allowing seamless coordination throughout your travel day.
Please note that all added services must be paid in full at the time of booking and are non-refundable under any circumstances.
More details about this tour:
Starting/Ending Point: We can commence our tour from your hotel, mainly if it’s centrally located in Porto, or we’ll coordinate a mutually convenient meeting place.
Note: The price includes pick-up and drop-off services only for hotels/lodgings within a 15 km (9 mi) radius from the center of Porto, namely São Bento train station.
Duration: This is a comprehensive full-day tour, up to nine hours, with a one-hour break for lunch.
Attire Suggestions: Opt for comfortable clothing and footwear.
Additional Precautions: Bring a hat or cap, sunglasses, a refillable water container, and sunscreen to stay comfortable on sun-drenched days. On colder or rainy days, it’s advisable to come prepared with umbrellas, warm attire, and weather-resistant footwear.
Special Note:
Our van stocks water bottles for convenience, allowing you to refill your reusable bottle during the tour.
It’s essential to note that heels may not be the most practical choice. We recommend wearing walking shoes or sneakers for a more enjoyable and comfortable exploration during the tour.
Consider bringing a hat or cap, sunglasses, a refillable water container, and sunscreen for sun-drenched days to stay comfortable. On colder or rainy days, it’s advisable to come prepared with umbrellas, warm attire, and weather-resistant footwear.
The maximum group size is 7 people.
Smoking, vaping and/or similar is prohibited in Iberactive’s vehicles.
Price:
Full-day tour: 520€ up to five people + 45€ per each extra person.
Note: 7 people is the maximum group size.
Inclusions: Our comprehensive package includes all guide services, VAT, exclusive use of the vehicle, complete fuel coverage, and all associated toll and parking expenses.
Exclusions: Please note that this tour does not cover the cost of food (lunch is not included), beverages, monument entries, or any items not expressly mentioned in this description.
Reservation
To secure your reservation, an initial payment of 350€ for the extended full-day tour is required. The remaining balance, if applicable, can be settled at the commencement of the tour.
Please send us an email using the address provided in the “Information and Reservations” section below, and we will respond promptly.
Important Note: This tour will be offered exclusively as an add-on to the Porto Lisbon Day Tour.
Cancellation
The cancellation costs are as follows:
Up to 90 days before the 1st Tour Day, bank fees are applied to the Reservation payment (*).
Between 89 and 60 days before the 1st Tour Day, a 25% charge of the Reservation is incurred.
Between 59 and 45 days before the 1st Tour Day, a 50% charge of the Reservation is incurred.
Between 44 and 30 days before the 1st Tour Day, a 75% charge of the Reservation is incurred.
29 days or less before the 1st Tour Day, a 100% charge of the Reservation is incurred. (*) Note: VISA/Paypal charges us approximately 5% of all received values.
IMPORTANT: Please note that refunds will only be issued to the same account used for the original payment.
“Iberactive” is a registered trademark of the Travel Agency Iberhills – Eventos e Viagens, Unipessoal Lda Rua Tristão da Cunha, 20C – Restelo 1400-349, Lisboa – Portugal VAT ID number: 513 891 099 Operating with the following licenses: RNAVT: 6246 and RNAAT 338/2016 of the Portuguese Tourism Authorities, Certified as “Turismo de Natureza” by ICNF
Iberactive operation in Portugal
Iberactive operates in Portugal under the name of “Montes e Vales”, means Hills and Valles.
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