Private Dão Wine, Serra da Estrela Cheese & Viseu Tour from Porto

4.0 (4 reviews) Porto, Portugal
Duration9h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover inland Portugal on a private full-day tour from Porto combining Serra da Estrela cheese heritage, Dão wine culture and the historic centre of Viseu.

With a licensed driver-guide, travel in comfort to Mangualde for an optional traditional cheesemaker visit and Serra da Estrela cheese tasting, a direct introduction to the pastoral traditions, sheep’s milk and mountain identity behind one of Portugal’s most emblematic cheeses.

Continue with one optional Dão wine estate experience, choosing between the Palace of the Counts of Anadia or Quinta de Santar, where gardens, heritage, vineyards and elegant wines reveal the character of this inland DOC region.

After flexible lunch time in Viseu, explore the cathedral, Misericórdia church and historic streets.

A private, refined and deeply regional day for travelers who want cheese, wine, heritage and authentic central Portugal.

Options

Mercedes V250d Avantgarde - Extra Long - 7 Pax with pick up pickup:Y

Mercedes Class V
Pickup included

Mercedes EQE 300 SUV AMG - 3 Pax with pick up pickup:Y

Mercedes EQE 300 SUV
Pickup included

What's included

  • Extra options can be added on request – See section Exclusions
  • Transport in luxury vehicles, with maximum comfort and extra equipment tailored to your needs.
  • Personal accident and liability insurance.
  • Assistance after booking to select optional winery visits, tastings and lunch experiences
  • Our executive vehicles offer Wi-Fi, bottled water, refreshments, and a relaxing atmosphere.
  • Wine tastings and winery visits, selected separately after booking
  • Traditional restaurant lunch, selected separately after booking
  • Guided Visit to a Traditional Cheesemaker – Serra da Estrela Cheese Tasting
  • Guided Visit and Wine Tasting in the Palace of the Counts of Anadia
  • Guided Tour of Vila Jardim da Quinta do Conde de Santar with Wine Tasting
  • Gratuities are not included and are left to individual discretion.

What to expect

  1. Mangualde
    1h 30m
    Transfer from Porto to Mangualde

    During the drive, your licensed driver-guide introduces the inland identity of the region, including the relationship between Serra da Estrela mountain culture, pastoral traditions, Dão wine landscapes and the historic city of Viseu.
  2. 40m · Admission ticket not included
    Choose Your Morning Optional Cheese Heritage Experience

    Traditional Cheesemaker and Serra da Estrela Cheese Tasting

    If selected, visit a traditional cheesemaker for a direct introduction to small-scale pastoral production. Learn how Serra da Estrela cheese connects sheep’s milk, thistle flower, regional knowledge and mountain identity.
  3. Palacio dos Condes de Anadia
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Choose Your Late-Morning Optional Dão Wine Estate Experience

    If selected, visit the Palace of the Counts of Anadia in Mangualde, a historic estate combining manor architecture, gardens, family continuity and wine. The experience brings together heritage and tasting in one elegant setting.
  4. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Choose Your Late-Morning Optional Dão Wine Estate Experience

    If selected, visit Quinta de Santar / Santar Vila Jardim, a distinctive garden and wine landscape experience in the historic village of Santar. This option links manor houses, formal gardens, vineyard plots and Dão wine identity in a refined setting.
  5. Viseu
    1h
    Lunch and Free Time in Viseu

    Lunch is intentionally flexible and not included in the base price. Guests may choose a relaxed meal, a lighter option or another suitable format depending on preference, availability and timing. Your licensed driver-guide may assist with recommendations and reservations when possible.
  6. Se Catedral de Viseu
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Visit or interpret Viseu Cathedral, the city’s principal religious monument. With Romanesque origins and later architectural layers, it gives the afternoon its strongest monumental and historical weight.
  7. Igreja da Misericordia de Viseu
    10m
    Continue to the Igreja da Misericórdia de Viseu, facing the cathedral square. This elegant church complements the cathedral with a more refined urban religious expression and adds depth to the city’s civic and spiritual history.
  8. 20m
    Viseu Historic Centre Walk

    Enjoy a compact walk through Viseu Historic Centre, including key streets and squares that reveal the city’s granite character, religious heritage and civic continuity.
  9. Museu Grao Vasco
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Optional Museu Nacional Grão Vasco

    Depending on timing and interest, the route may also include exterior interpretation or an optional visit to the Museu Nacional Grão Vasco, adding artistic depth and one of inland Portugal’s most important museum experiences to the city visit.
  10. Cava de Viriato
    20m
    Visit or make an exterior interpretation stop at Cava do Viriato, one of the most unusual historic sites in Viseu. This large octagonal earthwork adds mystery and archaeological interest to the afternoon, offering a powerful contrast to the cathedral square and the historic centre. Popular tradition connects the site with Viriato, although its true origin and purpose remain debated.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from selected hotels and accommodations in Porto.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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