--- title: "Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-historical-sites-wine-experience-lunch-cruise/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 89 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.81 reviews: 6734 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 39 of 41 (Douro Valley) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-historical-sites-wine-experience-lunch-cruise/ --- # Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise **Guidekin's take:** A Douro day that adds Amarante and the São Leonardo de Galafura viewpoint to a renowned winery visit with three wines, a Rabelo cruise from Pinhão and lunch, and a Porto walking tour valid from the next day. Hotel pickup is not included; vegetarian and gluten free meals on request. 4.81 from 6734 reviews at €89 per person. In our comparison: #39 of 41 in Douro Valley, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy an all inclusive tour through the unique Douro Valley and discover fabulous landscapes in this region, on this 10-hour tour from Porto. Learn about the unique culture and heritage of this old demarcated region. Enjoy a guided visit and wine tastings to one of the most renowned wineries (Croft / Taylor's group or Calém / Burmester group. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meeting Point: Calçada da Vandoma, - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €45: ages 4 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €89 per person - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.81/5 from 6734 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Living Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-02 ## Reviews 4.81 from 6734 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 6458 of 6734. - 5 stars: 5850 (87%) - 4 stars: 608 (9%) - 3 stars: 178 (3%) - 2 stars: 64 (1%) - 1 star: 34 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, drivers and valley scenery; the main caveat is the amount of time spent on the bus. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides who keep the journey entertaining - Skilled drivers on narrow, winding mountain roads - Valley scenery and a relaxing river cruise - Informative winery visits with enjoyable wine and port tastings **Complaints:** - Long bus journeys and a river cruise that feels too brief to some - Some enjoy lunch, while others find it bland or the portions small - Some want more time at the winery Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-09-21 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Spanish - Meeting Point | €89 / person | Spanish | Spanish: The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Spanish, although it may occasionally be done in two languages. | | English - Meeting Point | €89 / person | English | English: The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages. | | French - Meeting Point | €89 / person | French | French: The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in French, although it may occasionally be done in two languages. | | Portuguese - Meeting Point | €89 / person | Portuguese | Portuguese: The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Portuguese, although it may occasionally be done in two languages. | ## What's included - Renown Wine estate guided visit with tasting of 3 wines - Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience) - Amarante, São Leonardo de Galafura viewpoint & Road N222 - Panoramic Douro River Cruise on a Traditional Rabelo Boat from Pinhão - Lunch (Vegetarian & Gluten-free options available if informed in advance) - Professional Guide & Comfortable Small Group Minibus ## Not included - Gratuities - Personal Expenses - Hotel Pick up and drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Porto** (pass by, no stop) - Your experience starts at our Meeting Point, next to S. Bento Station and you will meet your guide that 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... 2. **Amarante** (45m) - , our first stop, features the majestic Serra do Marão and the river Tâmega, which flows through the city and adds charm to its picturesque houses. The city, possibly founded by the Roman centurion Amarantus, links the provinces of Minho and Trás-os-Montes. In the 13th... 3. **Miradouro de Sao Leonardo de Galafura** (30m) - Our second stop, at 640 meters high, is the São Leonardo da Galafura Viewpoint between Vila Real and Peso da Régua. This spot offers breathtaking views of the Douro River and the steep, vineyard-covered slopes of the historic Trás-os-Montes region. 4. **The Douro Valley** (1h) - It's now time for Lunch! Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you will have a delicious traditional all-inclusive portuguese meal. Try some of most traditional portuguese gastronomy pairing with some local Douro table wines. (Vegetarian option for lunch is... 5. **The N222 road is classified as the most beautiful road in the world and guide...** (pass by, no stop) - The N222 road is classified as the most beautiful road in the world and guides us along the south bank of the Douro River, for miles of pleasure, fascination and beautiful surroundings into the very heart of the Douro Wine Region. 6. **Time to Sail on a scenic Rabelo boat, sided by terraces where the vines that ...** (50m; admission included) - Time to Sail on a scenic Rabelo boat, sided by terraces where the vines that produce ours, and yet so global, Port grow. The vision from the river to both banks, in areas where only vineyards and wine farms exist, is a unique experience. 7. **Pinhao** (1h 30m) - For an authentic vineyard experience, you will visit a vineyard estate, in the heart of the Douro Valley. 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... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meeting Point: Calçada da Vandoma, Porto – just next to Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto). Look out for our friendly staff dressed in red and clearly identified with Living Tours. They’ll be ready to check you in and introduce you to your guide for the tour. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ3ZRb8wxlJA0RYfwfRBlnhME Ends: Rua de Alexandre Herculano (next to Praça da Batalha) ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available if requested before the tour. Inform us before the tour starts. - Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used. - The services included in the tours (wine estate visits, restaurants, etc) are subject to 3rd party availability and other groups/participants may be with the group during the experience. Schedules and Itinerary may change without prior notice. - Group size maximum capacity is 27 people. - Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto - For the Pick-up option: Please note that pickups are only available from hotels located within Porto city center. Unfortunately, pickups outside this area are not possible - In case of adverse weather conditions, the cruise may be replaced by another activity. ## Compared with other Douro Valley | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #39 of 41** | €89 | 10h | 4.81 (6734) | shared | | [Douro Valley Prime Tour: Wine Tastings, Boat & Lunch from Porto](/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-prime-tour-wine-tastings-boat-lunch-from-porto/?format=md) | €130 | 9h | 4.98 (746) | shared | | [Douro Valley Small Group Premium Wine Tour Lunch and Private Boat](/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-small-group-premium-wine-tour-lunch-and-private-boat/?format=md) | €139 | 10h | 4.97 (951) | shared | | [Douro Valley private wine tour / tastings and lunch included](/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-private-wine-tour-tastings-and-lunch-included/?format=md) | €259 | 8h | 4.99 (269) | private | Ranked #39 of 41 in Douro Valley by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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