Things to do in Peso Da Regua, Northern Portugal: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

Being the first region in the world to be demarcated for wine, the Douro Valley is now World Heritage by UNESCO and famous for an unusual and fantastic scenery. This tour takes you to discover the towns of Amarante, Régua and Pinhão and even gives you the opportunity to have a wine tasting of Port.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional driver, Lunch, Port Wine Tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

One of the most beautiful landscapes in the world: the Douro Valley - source of the Port wine. The Douro region, a World Heritage Site since 2001, is famous for producing one of the best wines in the world – the Port wine. In addition to the production techniques, there is the singular beauty of the region. The geography of the Douro Valley, with its vineyards worked over the centuries by the human hand, is unique in the world and surprises the most demanding look. The assorted viewpoints over the river and over the vineyards will prove it.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver/Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Visit to a Winery including Wine tasting, Scenic boat ride departing from Pinhao pier, Delicious lunch in a historical Manor House

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Any service that is not clearly specified in the inclusions

We set off towards Amarante and its traditional streets where we breathe in History and Heritage.  The trip continues onto Régua, with a quick stop at an observation point in Mesão Frio. It was from Peso da Régua that, in past centuries, the typical Rabelo boats transported the barrels of wine to Vila Nova de Gaia. And this story can be witnessed in the Douro House, with its stained glass where you can see portrayed the history of the Douro Demarcated Wine Region. The Railway Station, where the first train arrived in 1879, is a must-visit. We leave for Pinhão and, once there, we suggest a walk along the river bank, a quick visit to the train station, with its typical tiles, and then on to an estate and Port wine tasting in 'Quinta do Tedo'.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private Transportation (If option selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities

While we are guiding your tour we use to stop in several viewpoints to admire the breathtaking views. We drive you along with the undulating hillsides/terraces, green valleys, beautiful vineyards, majestic almond and olive trees of Douro's Wine region. As soon as we get the Douro Valley we start by visiting a Winery followed by a delicious Premium Wine Tasting to let you feel the truly Douro Region. Then you go to enjoy a fantastic Lunch in a Top Restaurant in Douro Valley. After a tasteful lunch, nothing fits better than 1 hour panoramic cruise in the Heart of Douro Valley! A delightful way to enjoy the dazzling landscapes capable of raise several sensations. Feel free to be enchanted by the best.

Inclusions: 1 Hour Private Boat Trip in Douro Valley, Winery Visit in Douro Valley, Premium Wine Tastings of Douro Wines, Fine Lunch in a Top Restaurant or Winery, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks are served during the boat trip, During the drive to Douro Valley

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal purchase items

Pickup in your Hotel/Port in Porto Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient special, related to Wine, Olive Oil and the Old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the temple of a Fertility goddess. Trip to Pinhão trhough N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with is historical tiles Rabelo Boat Trip (1 hour Pinhão-Romaneira-Pinhão, a nice trip to have a different perspective from the Douro Valley) Visit to a beautiful Winery with Wine, Olive Oil and Honey Tastings, with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapes of the World) or a nice Olive Oil Museum which is also a Winery. Return to your Hotel/Port in Porto or transfer to Douro Valley.

Inclusions: Veículo com ar-condicionado, Bottled Water, Lunch in a traditional restaurant with delicious food and a wonderful view over the river, Visit and Tastings in the Two Wineries, Boat Ride in a Traditional Rabelo Boat - 1 hour, Port Wine Tastings, Olive Oil Tastings, Honey Tastings, Douro Wine Tastings, Local Guide, Entrada -The Douro Valley

Exclusions: Souvenirs and Personal expenses not included in the program, Tips

Day 1 Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Peso da Régua Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Visit to a typical Quinta (Wine Estate) with wine tasting Trip from Peso da Régua to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Lunch (Local Gastronomy) or Gourmet Experience (at your will) Visit to the historical train station of Pinhão Rabelo boat trip(1 hour) Wine and Olive Oil Tastings Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Return to the Hotel Day 2 Pick-up at the Hotel Trip to Lamego Traditional Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings Visit to the Shrine of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Visit to Lamego´s Castle and Medieval Cistern Visit to the Archeological Center Visit to Se´s Cathedral Visit to the Visigothic Chapel of Balsemão Lunch (Local Gastronomy) Visit to Ucanha´s Roman Bridge and Fortified Tower Visit to the Murganheira Wine Cellars with sparkling wine tasting Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) Return to the Hotel

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled Water, Lunch in a traditional restaurant with delicious food and a winderful view over the river, Visit and Tastings in the two Wineries, Boat Ride in a traditional Rabelo Boat - 1 hour, Port Wine Tastings, Olive Oil Tastings, Honey Tastings, Douro Wine Tastings, Local Guide, Entrada - The Douro Valley

Exclusions: Souvenirs and Personal expenses not included in the program, Tips

Pick-up in your Hotel/Port in Porto Trip to Peso da Régua Visit to a winery with Top Port Wine and Olive Oil Tastings, explained by someone from the producers family, that really feels what is explaining Visit to a place with rocks that have something very ancient and special,related to Wine, Olive Oil and the Old gods. Miradouro (Panoramic Sightseeing over the Douro River) with a Chapel built over the t emple of a Fertility goddess. Trip to Pinhão through N-222 (Considered the best road of the World) Visit to the Pinhão Railway Station with its historical tiles Rabelo Boat Trip (1 hour Pinhão-Romaneira-.Pinhão, a nice trip to hava a different perspective from the Douro Valley) Visit to a beautiful Winery with Wine, Olive Oil and Honey Tastings, with a private Miradouro (Considered by BBC one of the most beautiful landscapes of the World) or a nice Olive Oil Museum which is also a Winery. Return to your Hotel/Port in Porto or transfer to Douro Valley

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled Water, Lunch in a traditional restaurant with delicious food and an amazing view over the river, Visit and Tastings in two Wineries, Boat ride in a Traditional Rabelo Boat - 1 hour, Port Wine Tastings, Olive Oil Tastings, Honey Tastings, Douro Wine Tastings, Local Guide, Entrada - The Douro Valley

Exclusions: Souvenirs and Personal Expenses not included in the program, Tips

The Douro Valley is one of the most beautiful locations in the world. It's no coincidence that one of the most famous wines in the world also happens to come from there. Visiting the Douro Valley is an unforgettable experience, especially if you are with the right person and that's me. I offer a fully personal experience, a private tour, with you and just you. For one day, I will enjoy your company, taking you around magnificent places and telling you why the Douro Valley is so special. I don't take groups of people, my experience is designed for a maximum of two people per car. This ensures that your tour is done in comfort and above all, private, not a mass designed tour. My car has air conditioning, free WiFi and a guide that knows his ways in the area. I welcome suggestions from my customers and the tour can be tailored to your needs on the moment as well. There is a demo video available on request.You'll be in the hands of a person that puts your satisfaction first.

Inclusions: Lunch at a typical restaurant with a preset menu, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Snacks, Brunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Alcoholic Beverages

This tour is unique because besides being one of the seven wonders of Portugalyou will always have precential guide that will provide you whith the best experience ever

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, tasting wine

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THE JOURNEY We start our day in Porto, heading to Douro Valley in a very comfortable Mercedes Van driving through spectacular roads. We want to let you immerse in breathtaking views in a Unesco World Heritage Site. It's time for a stop in a hidden viewpoint where you will have a great opportunity to take wonderful pictures. THE WINE AND SOMETHING MORE We will visit a stunning old winery where you will discover more about viticulture, winemaking and wine aging. You will learn about technical specifications of Douro Wines and their Terroir. Tasting their wines is embracing the whole region by feeling its aromas, flavours and complexity. NOT JUST WINE Before lunch, nothing fits better than 1 hour private cruise enjoying the breathtaking views with tasty snacks and drink. LAST BUT NOT LEAST We will drive you to another exclusive family-owned winery where we will enjoy a delicious home cooked Portuguese lunch pairing with their wines and then visiting their charming property. Join us...

Inclusions: Home Cooked Traditional Portuguese Lunch in a Family Winery, Mineral bottled of water, Delicious Snacks & Cocktail onboard during Boat Trip, Wine tasting in the Wineries, Air-conditioned vehicle, 1 Hour Private Boat Trip

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal purchases