On the road: Douro Valley Villages Private Experience

5.0 (1 reviews) Pinhao, Portugal
Duration6h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This tour emphasizes two of the Douro Valley wine-producing villages for visitors to this UNESCO World Heritage region: Favaios and Provesende. We will visit them!
Among the Douro wine villages, you’ll find the remains of Romanesque churches, 17th century palaces; traditions and handicrafts and well-established wine estates (quintas). Plus some incredible scenery.
Favaios is known for its fortified moscatel wine, which is lighter and often more refreshing than port wine and it's also known due to their traditional bakeries.
The village of Provesende itself has a surprising number of grand manor houses decorated with stone coats of arms.
Between these two villages we will visit a wine producer and will taste his wines with a typical meat cake. Olive oil tastings will be also included! And, of course, Port wine with cinnamon cake.
Breathtaking views will follow us all day!

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Douro wine and olive oil tastings; Port wine with cinnamon cake
  • Typical meat cake and bread with olive oil

What to expect

  1. Casal de Loivos Viewpoint
    10m · Admission ticket included
    From this amazing viewpoint you can see wave after wave of mountains beyond the wide expanse of the Douro River where you may spot a cruise ship gliding towards the quayside at Pinhão. The slope between the river and where you stand is decorated with geometrical vineyards, rows of olive trees, vegetable plots and houses.
    Described as one of the 6 best views in the world!
  2. Favaios
    30m
    Favaios is a historic wine-growing village in the Alijó municipality of Northern Portugal’s Douro Valley. Set on a high plateau about 130 km from Porto, it is world-renowned for producing sweet, golden Moscatel de Favaios fortified wine and traditional four-cornered wood-fired oven bread.
  3. Padaria Central
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Traditional bread from Manuela “Barriguda.”
  4. Casa dos Lagares - Vinhos Fragulho
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit to the winery and museum, with wine, olive oil and picnic lunch included.
    Hosted by the family.
  5. Provesende
    30m
    This charming village boasts historic mansions and the richly decorated Baroque Mother Church, a must-see for history enthusiasts.
  6. Miradouro Torguiano De Sao Cristovao Do Douro
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Miradouro Torguiano is a scenic viewpoint located in São Cristovão do Douro, Portugal, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Douro Valley landscape. Nestled among vineyards and rolling hills, this lookout serves as a popular spot for visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the region. The panoramic vistas make it a great place for photography and quiet reflection, attracting those looking to enjoy the serene ambiance of this charming area.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please go to the main building with the blue tiles.

End point

Please go to the main building with the blue tiles.

Pickup details

We will pick-up travelers at the Pinhão train station or at the Hotel when they choose this option.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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