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title: Small Group Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch and Cruise
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type: tour
city: Porto
country: Portugal
price: 125
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.94
reviews: 2927
duration_minutes: 600
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: true
guidekin_pick: Hotel pickup included
rank_in_category: 10 of 41 (Douro Valley)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-09-22
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# Small Group Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch and Cruise

**Guidekin's take:** A premium Douro day for a minivan of eight with an English speaking expert, two top wineries with tastings, lunch, a scenic river cruise and pickup from a private address. Other meals and drinks are not included. 4.94 from 2927 reviews at €125 per person for 10h.

## Overview

This tour delivers an unforgettable taste of the region, leaving you with memories to endure a lifetime.
Indulge in the best offerings of the Douro region with this premium experience. Immerse in the stunning natural scenery of this region, appreciate its rich cultural heritage, and savor the delicious wines that are produced here. From guided winery tours to a magnificent scenic river cruise in Pinhão to traditional cuisine paired with Douro DOC wines.

## Key facts

- Price: from €125 per person
- Duration: 10h
- Rating: 4.94/5 from 2927 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Living Tours

## What's included

- English Exclusive Tour Expert 
- Guided visit to 2 Premium wineries with diferent wine tastings 
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- Personalized small group tour experience
- 45-min relaxing scenic River Cruise in Pinhão,
- 3-course lunch paired with Douro DOC wines, (vegetarian &gluten-free preferences upon prior notice)
- Complementary Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation in a comfortable 8-seat minivan;

## Not included

- Other meals and drinks
- Personal expenses

## Itinerary

1. **Porto** (30m) - Start your day with a comfortable pick-up service directly from your accommodation located in the heart of Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia.
2. **Amarante** (30m) - A charming riverside town known for its beautiful bridge over the Tâmega River, the São Gonçalo Church, and its traditional pastries. Enjoy a short technical stop and admire the local scenery.
3. **The Douro Valley** (1h; admission included) - First Wine Estate – Guided Tour and Wine Tasting Arrive at a prestigious Douro Valley wine estate (such as Quinta do Val Moreira, Quinta do Panascal, or similar). Take part in a guided tour of the vineyards and cellars, followed by a tasting of three local wines.
4. **The Douro Valley** (1h; admission included) - Lunch at the Wine Estate - Enjoy a delicious all-inclusive traditional lunch at the same estate, featuring regional starters, a main course, dessert, and drinks—all paired with Douro wines.
5. **Douro River** (50m; admission included) - Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River - Relax during a 50-minute cruise along the Douro River. Admire the stunning terraced vineyards and picturesque landscapes that make this region a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
6. **The Douro Valley** (1h; admission included) - Second Wine Estate – Visit and Tasting - Visit another renowned Douro estate such as Quinta do Beijo, Quinta da Foz, Quinta Seara D’Ordens, or Quinta do Portal. Enjoy a guided visit followed by a tasting of three different Douro and Port wines.
7. **Porto** (2h) - Relax on the scenic drive back to Porto after a day discovering the beauty, flavours, and traditions of the Douro Valley.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30
- 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.

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour runs in small groups: minivan of 8 people
- Duration: the hours of duration are approximate 10 hours. The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
- You can be picked up from a private address other than hotels in Porto & Vila Nova de Gaia downtown area/city center only (Matosinhos Cities are outside pick-up limits)
- Our pick-ups happen between 8am & 8:45am (the time window for all client pick-ups), so we advise to always aim to be ready at 8am in advance.
- Wineries or order of wineries visited may differ depending on their availability.
- Visits at the wineries and river cruises are not fully private and open to external participants.
- We support our communities. By taking a tour with us you are contributing to our cause: we offer a meal for the homeless and people in need.
- Under 18 year old are not allowed to consume alcoholic beverages
- FREE CANCELATION! You can cancel up to 24h in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
- Vegetarian and Gluten-free meal options are available if requested before the day of the booking. Make sure you inform us before the tour starts.
- 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 our Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352 354, 4050-418 Porto

## How it compares in Douro Valley

Ranked **#10 of 41** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

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