Get the opportunity to have an overview of four fabulous cities in the Douro Valley: Amarante, Lamego, Régua and Pinhão!
The Douro Valley Region is known by its unique landscape where the river is beautifully flanked by green mountains on both sides, forming an interesting “V” shape. Not only these mountains flank the River, but they also serve a very important purpose: they are the soil where the wine vines are cultivated, in terraces that make this sight even more fantastic. Nevertheless, there are plenty of other things to see in this Valley, experiment and discover, being it from its rich culture, history, gastronomy or traditions.
Amarante: This city becomes very important in history after S. Gonçalo´s arrival between 1187-1259. He settled himself here after his pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem making this city an important religious sight in Portugal. Therefore you may visit the convent and church, but also its beautiful bridge and Historical Centre.
Lamego: Being a very ancient city, Lamego dates back to the Roman occupation and was permanently re-conquered in the year 1057 by Fernando Magno of Leão from the moors. In here you see the "Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Sanctuary" in a magnificent rococo and baroque style, and will also be able to try out some Portuguese delicatessens, in a delight to your palate: feel, smell and taste some of the best products in the region!
Régua: This city is the center of Douro Valley, demarcated wine region, which was the very first demarcated wine region in the world dated from 1756. During this tour, have lunch while enjoying the scenery of the Bagauste Dam, in a relaxing and inviting environment. For lunch you may select from a course of fish or meat, starters, beverage, dessert and coffee.
Pinhão: This is the place where most of the famous Port Wine Estates are located. In Pinhão you will have the opportunity to visit one of those Wine Estates, where you may take the chance to learn about the process of production of the famous Port wine and also enjoy a tasting of some of the wines produced in the winery we are visiting.
Inclusion
Hotel Pickup and drop off between the cities of Porto and Gaia, Guided tour, Wine Tasting and Lunch.
Exclusion
Personal expenses and Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available Daily at 9:00am. Does not operate on January 1 and December 25.
Duration
9 Hours
Location
Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Location
Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Policies
Tour available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.
Children younger than 5 years old may participate for free.
Our tours are shared in a 9 seat mini bus (8 guests plus 1 guide). We do take single bookings but we only operate each service with a minimum of 2 people.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
Get the opportunity to have an overview of four fabulous cities in the Douro Valley: Amarante, Lamego, Régua and Pinhão!
The Douro Valley Region is known by its unique landscape where the river is beautifully flanked by green mountains on both sides, forming an interesting “V” shape. Not only these mountains flank the River, but they also serve a very important purpose: they are the soil where the wine vines are cultivated, in terraces that make this sight even more fantastic. Nevertheless, there are plenty of other things to see in this Valley, experiment and discover, being it from its rich culture, history, gastronomy or traditions.
Amarante: This city becomes very important in history after S. Gonçalo´s arrival between 1187-1259. He settled himself here after his pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem making this city an important religious sight in Portugal. Therefore you may visit the convent and church, but also its beautiful bridge and Historical Centre.
Lamego: Being a very ancient city, Lamego dates back to the Roman occupation and was permanently re-conquered in the year 1057 by Fernando Magno of Leão from the moors. In here you see the "Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Sanctuary" in a magnificent rococo and baroque style, and will also be able to try out some Portuguese delicatessens, in a delight to your palate: feel, smell and taste some of the best products in the region!
Régua: This city is the center of Douro Valley, demarcated wine region, which was the very first demarcated wine region in the world dated from 1756. During this tour, have lunch while enjoying the scenery of the Bagauste Dam, in a relaxing and inviting environment. For lunch you may select from a course of fish or meat, starters, beverage, dessert and coffee.
Pinhão: This is the place where most of the famous Port Wine Estates are located. In Pinhão you will have the opportunity to visit one of those Wine Estates, where you may take the chance to learn about the process of production of the famous Port wine and also enjoy a tasting of some of the wines produced in the winery we are visiting.
Inclusion
Hotel Pickup and drop off between the cities of Porto and Gaia, Guided tour, Wine Tasting and Lunch.
Exclusion
Personal expenses and Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available Daily at 9:00am. Does not operate on January 1 and December 25.
Duration
9 Hours
Location Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Location
Pick-up at any Hotel in Porto and Gaia.
Policies Tour available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French. Children younger than 5 years old may participate for free. Our tours are shared in a 9 seat mini bus (8 guests plus 1 guide). We do take single bookings but we only operate each service with a minimum of 2 people.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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