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Douro | Roots & History - Tour with a local

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9 to 11 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Spanish, Portuguese

Overview

During this day you will see Douro Wine Region guided by a local. We'll talk about history, landscape, geology, wines, lifestyle. I'm sure that at the end of our journey you will understand much better our region.
Of cours you'll have a intimate experience to have the lunch inside of our museum, cooked by my mother, with my father as host! That's a unique experience!

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages Wine tasting
  • Private transportation
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    Meeting and Pickup

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    We'll pick you up in your accomodation!

    What To Expect

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    Porto

    Transport to the Douro Valley. During the trip we will give a short summary of what our day will be like, with an introduction to the geography and landscape that awaits us in the Douro Demarcated Region.
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    1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Pinhao

    Stop at a viewpoint above Pinhão, where we can see Douro River, Pinhão village, the difference between the terraces and nature. Here we can take some pictures!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Douro River

    Boat tour on Douro river - Shared Boat. Short trip very calm and relaxing on a Rabelo boat. The landscape you will see can only be seen by boat or train, as there is no public road in that part of the Douro River
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    40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Pinhao

    Wine tasting in a property near Pinhão. Inside this property we'll do our first wine tasting with 4 different wines. Then is time to enjoy the beautiful views of this Quinta!
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    1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rio Douro

    Tour by a scenic road (n222), on the way to our home where we'll continue to talk about the history of Douro Wine Region. The first half of this ride is side by side with Douro River!
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Centro Interpretativo - As Idades da Terra

    Lunch in our home, cooked by my mom. You'll try some traditional food (that you'll choose previously), olives, olive oil and during the lunch my dad will be your host. Before we leave we'll visit our ceramic studio!
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Cumieira

    Time do do our last activity with a winery visit and wine tasting! This one could be a shared tasting, where we'll try another 4 different wines!
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    1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Porto

    Return to your accommodation!
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Douro | Roots & History – Tour with a local?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-358792P1

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    What's Included

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    • Lunch
    • Alcoholic beveragesWine tasting
    • Private transportation
    • Boat Tour on Douro River
    • Local guide

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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