Overview
THE ESSENTIAL OF PORTO AND THE BEST OF DOURO VALLEY
5 Day Package
This journey will show the best of Porto, while sipping local wine amongst the dazzling landmarks of the city. Spend time soaking up the beauty of the Douro River and Savour wonders of haute cuisine and fine wine delicacies
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Train tickets from Douro to Pinhao
Wine-tasting in the famous Port wine cellars
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Private transfers throughout tour
Half Day tour in Porto
River Cruise in Douro
4 nights in twin-share rooms at 4-star hotels.
Experienced English-speaking guide during activities and excursions only.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Day 1 - Feel the city
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Porto
2 hours
Arrival at Porto Airport, private transfer to your hotel in Porto and check-in.
Tonight you will have a traditional welcome dinner (included) where you will have the chance to try some of the most wellknown dishes from Porto cuisine.
Accommodation in Porto 4* for 2 nights with breakfast.
Day 2 Day 2 - Essence of Porto
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Igreja e Museu de Sao Francisco do Porto
30 min Admission ticket included
Golden Church of S Francisco will be part of the Tour
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Porto
4 hours
In the morning, after breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel for the half-day visit to the city of Porto with an official Tour Guide.
In the historical city centre, considered World Heritage by UNESCO, you will have more than enough time to explore Lello Library, where Harry Potter books and movies were inspired. The Gold Church of São Francisco and right next door you'll find the Stock Exchange Palace with incredible granite work and magnificent neo-Arab influences (entrance not included). We will finish this tour with visit and wine tasting to the famous Port wine cellars. Transfer back to your hotel and free time. Accommodation in Porto 4*.
Day 3 Day 3 - Journey to Douro and tour in Douro Valley
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Porto
15 min
Pick up at your hotel in Porto
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Pinhao
6 hours
Arrival in Pinhão ares and tour to the best views of Douro Valley, followed by a traditional lunch in one of the famous wineries in Douro Valley.
After lunch visit to the vineyards and wine tasting.
Finish the afternoon in beauty with a boat trip along Douro river, enjoy the breathless views. Transfer to your 4* hotel in Douro where you will stay for 2 nights with breakfast.
Day 4 Day 4 - Douro Valley - Amazing views and Food and wine experiences
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Quinta do Vallado
4 hours Admission ticket included
After breakfast free time to relax or for some personal activities.
At lunch time we will pick you up and take you to one of the best experiences in Douro, a Pic-nic in the middle of the vineyards followed by a wine tasting in one of the amazing wineries of Douro. If the weather conditions don't allow the picnic to take place, lunch will be at a typical local restaurant.
Transfer back to hotel.
Accommodation in Douro 4*.
Day 5 Day 5 - End of the tour
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Porto
2 hours
After breakfast free time to relax or for some personal activities.
Check out and Transfer to Porto Airport or other place in Porto City according to your needs.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Lisbon).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Secrets of Porto and Douro Valley with River Cruise
Can I cancel Secrets of Porto and Douro Valley with River Cruise for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Train tickets from Douro to Pinhao
- Wine-tasting in the famous Port wine cellars
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Private transfers throughout tour
- Half Day tour in Porto
- River Cruise in Douro
Which places does it visit?
It visits Igreja e Museu de Sao Francisco do Porto, Pinhao, Quinta do Vallado.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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