--- title: "Douro Valley Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-wine-tour-2-wineries-lunch-river-cruise/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 99 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.9 reviews: 503 duration_minutes: 540 duration_max_minutes: 600 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 25 of 41 (Douro Valley) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-28 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-wine-tour-2-wineries-lunch-river-cruise/ --- # Douro Valley Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise **Guidekin's take:** A Douro day in a Mercedes van capped at nineteen along the riverside road, with a stop in Amarante, two guided winery tastings, a traditional lunch with regional wine and a short cruise from Pinhão. No hotel pickup and not recommended for children. 4.9 from 503 reviews at €99 per person. In our comparison: #25 of 41 in Douro Valley, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the very best of the Douro Valley in a single day. This experience combines two winery visits and tastings, a traditional Portuguese lunch with local wine, a scenic river cruise and some of the region's most spectacular landscapes. Carefully designed to provide an authentic and well-balanced introduction to the Douro Valley, it offers the perfect blend of wine, culture, local traditions and unforgettable scenery. Travel in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz vehicle and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere throughout the day. ## Before you book - Meeting point: In front of the main entrance of… - Max 19 people: shared group - Starts 07:45: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Children from €99: ages 5 to 9 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €99 per person - Duration: 9h–10h - Rating: 4.9/5 from 503 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Oporto Road Trips - Group: Shared, up to 19 travellers - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:45 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.9 from 503 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 492 of 503. - 5 stars: 469 (93%) - 4 stars: 23 (5%) - 3 stars: 7 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 3 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, tastings and valley views; some find the river cruise uninteresting **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides who explain local history and winemaking with humour - Smaller winery visits with informative tours and wine and port tastings - Valley views from the vineyards, road and river - Small groups with a sociable, personal atmosphere - Generous lunches with local food and wine **Complaints:** - Some enjoy the lunch, while others find the food average - Some find the river cruise relaxing, while others find it uninteresting Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-10-17 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Scenic drive along the N222 road - Premium air-conditioned transportation and professional tour guide - Maximum group size of 19 guests - Traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant, accompanied by regional wine - Two winery visits with guided tastings of Port and DOC Douro wines - Scenic 50-minute river cruise in Pinhão - Stop in Amarante (30 minutes) ## Not included - Hotel pick-up and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Porto** (pass by, no stop) - Departure from Porto city center (Palácio da Bolsa) at 7:45 AM, heading towards the heart of the Douro Valley on a comfortable and scenic drive. 2. **Amarante** (30m) - Stop in Amarante for free time to walk, take photos, or enjoy a coffee by the riverside 3. **Peso Da Regua** (pass by, no stop) - Drive by Peso da Régua, one of the most important towns in the Douro, surrounded by vineyards and river views. 4. **Peso Da Regua** (1h 30m) - Visit a traditional Douro Valley winery and discover the region’s rich winemaking heritage during a guided tour, followed by a tasting of carefully selected local wines. 5. **Pinhao Railway Station** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the historic Pinhão Railway Station, renowned for its stunning blue-and-white azulejo panels that tell the story of the Douro Valley’s wine culture and traditions. 6. **The Douro Valley** (50m; admission included) - Enjoy a scenic river cruise in Pinhão, one of the most iconic locations in the Douro Valley. Glide along the Douro River surrounded by terraced vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, offering a unique perspective over this UNESCO World Heritage region. 7. **Miradouro Torguiano De Sao Cristovao Do Douro** (pass by, no stop) - The tour follows a scenic circular route through the Douro Valley, allowing you to admire some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes throughout the journey. 8. **Sabrosa** (1h 15m) - Savour a traditional Portuguese lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, featuring regional cuisine and local wine. Vegetarian options, dietary preferences and food allergies can be accommodated when communicated in advance. 9. **Sabrosa** (1h 15m) - Visit a traditional Douro Valley winery and discover the region’s rich winemaking heritage. Enjoy a guided tasting of carefully selected local wines while learning about the traditions and techniques that make Douro wines unique. 10. **Palacio da Bolsa** (10m) - Sit back and relax on the scenic journey back to Porto, reflecting on a day of wine tastings, local traditions, authentic flavours and stunning Douro Valley landscapes. The return drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with arrival at Palácio da Bolsa, where the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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 In front of the main entrance of (Palácio da Bolsa, Rua de Ferreira Borges, Porto). Please arrive 10 minutes before departure time. Your guide will be clearly identified with an Oporto Road Trips badge and will escort the group to the vehicle. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJQQ2CwuFkJA0RUdkM5HFBMmk Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter, so we recommend wearing light clothing during the warmer months and warmer layers in winter. - We recommend bringing a bottle of water, particularly in the summer months, to stay hydrated throughout the tour. - Weather Note: This tour operates in all weather conditions. All planned activities take place in covered or protected spaces, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience regardless of the weather. - Not recommended for children - if you are bringing children, please inform us in advance, as car seating is mandatory by Portuguese law ## Compared with other Douro Valley | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #25 of 41** | €99 | 9h–10h | 4.9 (503) | shared, max 19 | | [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 #25 of 41 in Douro Valley by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €55 to €395, median €134; typical length 9h. 12 of 41 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/douro-valley/?format=md ## More in Porto - All Porto tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/douro-valley-wine-tour-2-wineries-lunch-river-cruise/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md