Douro Valley Small Group Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise
Overview
Discover the Douro Valley the way that suits you best. Choose our Hotel Pickup option, limited to just 8 guests for a more personal and relaxed experience, or our Meeting Point option with a convenient central departure in a comfortable small group of up to 19 guests.
Visit 2 carefully selected wineries and enjoy guided tastings of both Port and DOC Douro wines, learning about the region’s rich winemaking traditions. Savor a traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant and take in the valley’s breathtaking landscapes.
Relax on a scenic river cruise in Pinhão and travel in comfort, accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide throughout the day.
Whether you choose the more intimate Hotel Pickup experience or the convenient Meeting Point departure, you’ll enjoy a memorable journey through one of the world’s most beautiful wine regions, with carefully selected stops, breathtaking scenery, and authentic local experiences.
What's Included
- Traditional Portuguese lunch (vegetarian and vegan options available)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Porto (only on option "Small Group Tour - Hotel Pickup")
- 50-min Douro River cruise (with wine on board if "Central Meeting" option is selected)
- Stop in Amarante (30 minutes - if Central Meeting option is selected)
- Premium small-group transportation (max 8 guests if Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off option selected)
- Scenic drive along the famous N222 road and Stops at the most beautiful viewpoints for photos
- Visit to 2 carefully selected wineries with guided tastings of Port and DOC Douro wines
- Professional local guide with expertise in wine and regional history
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Porto (for Central Meeting Point option)
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “HOTEL PICKUP (SMALL GROUP)”.
Hotel pick-up is included within central Porto (only for options that include pick-up).Please provide your accommodation details at checkout. If your location is outside the pick-up area or in a location where traffic does not allow stopping (pedestrian streets, stopping/parking prohibition signs, others), we will suggest a convenient nearby meeting point.Pick-up starts at approximately 7:45 AM and may take up to 30 minutes depending on your location. You will receive the exact pick-up time and details on the day before your tour.Please be ready at the scheduled time, as delays may affect the experience for other guests.
For the option “ENGLISH - MEETING POINT”.
Rua de Ferreira Borges
4050-253 Porto, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Porto
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Peso Da Regua
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Quinta do Tedo
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Douro Valley
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Douro River
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Quinta do Beijo
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Porto
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Please inform us in advance of any allergies, dietary restrictions, or medical conditions so we can accommodate your needs and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- "Hotel Pickup (Small Group)" and "Private Tour" options: This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 guests for a more personal experience
- "Central Meeting " option: This tour is operated in a group of up to 19 guests (maximum).
- "Central Meeting " option: tour departure is at 7:45 AM. Please be present to avoid missing the tour.
- Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available. Please advise at the time of booking
- You will receive an email the day before your tour with your guide’s name and vehicle details. Please be at yor pick-up location 10 minutes before.
- Not recommended for children. If traveling with children, please inform us in advance (car seats are mandatory by Portuguese law)
- The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter. Please dress accordingly
- All activities take place in covered or protected areas, ensuring a comfortable experience in any weather conditions
- Important for Travel Agencies - If booking on behalf of a client, please ensure the traveler’s direct contact details are provided;
- Important for Travel Agencies - Pick-up details are sent the day before the tour (until 21:30 Portugal time). Failure to communicate this information may result in a no-show
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Traditional Portuguese lunch (vegetarian and vegan options available).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Porto (only on option "Small Group Tour - Hotel Pickup").
- 50-min Douro River cruise (with wine on board if "Central Meeting" option is selected).
- Stop in Amarante (30 minutes - if Central Meeting option is selected).
- Premium small-group transportation (max 8 guests if Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off option selected).
- Scenic drive along the famous N222 road and Stops at the most beautiful viewpoints for photos.
- Visit to 2 carefully selected wineries with guided tastings of Port and DOC Douro wines.
- Professional local guide with expertise in wine and regional history.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Porto (for Central Meeting Point option).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Douro Valley Small Group Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Please inform us in advance of any allergies, dietary restrictions, or medical conditions so we can accommodate your needs and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Douro Valley Small Group Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Traditional Portuguese lunch (vegetarian and vegan options available)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Porto (only on option "Small Group Tour - Hotel Pickup")
- 50-min Douro River cruise (with wine on board if "Central Meeting" option is selected)
- Stop in Amarante (30 minutes - if Central Meeting option is selected)
- Premium small-group transportation (max 8 guests if Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off option selected)
- Scenic drive along the famous N222 road and Stops at the most beautiful viewpoints for photos
- Visit to 2 carefully selected wineries with guided tastings of Port and DOC Douro wines
- Professional local guide with expertise in wine and regional history
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Porto (for Central Meeting Point option)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Please inform us in advance of any allergies, dietary restrictions, or medical conditions so we can accommodate your needs and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- "Hotel Pickup (Small Group)" and "Private Tour" options: This tour is operated in a small group of up to 8 guests for a more personal experience
- "Central Meeting " option: This tour is operated in a group of up to 19 guests (maximum).
- "Central Meeting " option: tour departure is at 7:45 AM. Please be present to avoid missing the tour.
- Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available. Please advise at the time of booking
- You will receive an email the day before your tour with your guide’s name and vehicle details. Please be at yor pick-up location 10 minutes before.
- Not recommended for children. If traveling with children, please inform us in advance (car seats are mandatory by Portuguese law)
- The Douro Valley can be very hot in summer and cold in winter. Please dress accordingly
- All activities take place in covered or protected areas, ensuring a comfortable experience in any weather conditions
- Important for Travel Agencies - If booking on behalf of a client, please ensure the traveler’s direct contact details are provided;
- Important for Travel Agencies - Pick-up details are sent the day before the tour (until 21:30 Portugal time). Failure to communicate this information may result in a no-show
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
