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Why Visit Douro Valley?
- Famed vineyards: Douro Valley is popular worldwide because of its vineyards. It is the oldest demarcated blend-growing region on Earth, with production in the region dating back over 2000 years.
- It’s a World Heritage Site: Estate blends have been an instrumental part of the Douro Valley’s culture for several centuries. A portion of the valley was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.
- Experience local blends production: This is more valuable than gold to Douro Valley. You can see and experience how the drink is made and taste it in the process.
- Amazing hiking trails: Douro Valley is home to some of the best hiking trails you’ll find anywhere in Portugal. Spectacular viewpoints like Casal de Loivos and São Leonardo de Galafura await you at the end of challenging but beautiful climbs.
- Boat trip: Nature rejoices in Douro Valley. A boat trip is the best way to see creation flourish in Douro Valley; the rolling hills and quiet towns and villages by the riverside will make you fall in love with nature again.
Douro Valley Tour Options Explained
Cruise to Douro Valley
Douro Valley is surrounded by amazing natural beauty. A cruise around the valley is an excellent way to see the rolling hills and vineyards dominating the region’s landscape. You’ll get a guided tour of the region, learning its history with the changing view. The cruise also comes with a delicious three-course lunch.
Recommended Tours
Wine tour of the Douro Valley
Wine has been part of Douro Valley’s culture for over 2000 years. The trip won’t be complete if you leave the region without a visit to its famous vineyards. With this tour, you can see the scenic valley at its best and visit two renowned estates, where you can taste exquisite offerings.
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Wine Tour of the Douro Valley with Lunch, Tastings & River Cruise
Highlights of the Douro Valley
Quinta do Panascal
True aficionados will know the history and quality of Quinta do Panascal’s offerings. The region, known for growing grapes like Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barroca, and Tinta Amarela, has been in the business of production since the early 1800s. The taste and quality remain the same centuries later; Fonseca Vineyard is the best place to taste Quinta do Panascal’s finest. It was the first to produce signature pours out of organically produced grapes.
Douro International Natural Park
Douro Valley is a place of incredible beauty worthy of protection. Douro International Natural Park (Parque Natural do Douro Internacional), which covers part of several municipalities, is one such protected area in Douro Valley. The natural park has spectacular landscapes and is home to endangered bird species, like the Egyptian vulture or Britango. While you can visit Parque Natural do Douro Internacional throughout the year, the months of February and March are wonderful, with trees blossoming all around.
Prehistoric Rock-Art Site of the Côa Valley
Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Côa (Prehistoric Rock-Art Site of the Côa Valley) is another fascinating area in the Douro Valley region. Its rock art gallery pulls thousands of tourists yearly, although tourists must take a guided tour because the area is an active archaeological site. You can see three sites: Canada do Inferno, Ribeira de Piscos, and Penascosa. All three are worth exploring, with Penascosa home to the most important etchings, and Canada do Inferno gives insight into how the drawings almost disappeared.
Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios will add a spiritual touch to your Douro Valley visit. Work on the church, located on top of Mount St. Stephen, began in the 1700s but was only completed in 1905. It was originally dedicated to Saint Stephen, but as worship of the Virgin grew, it became a symbol of devotion to the Lady of Remedies. You must climb over 650 steps and pass through the dense trees of Santo Estêvão Park to reach the sanctuary.
Lamego Museum (Museu de Lamego)
There’s no better place to relive the history of Portugal’s inland than Museu de Lamego. Once a palace, the museum houses some important artistic works from the 16th and 17th centuries. The paintings of Vasco Fernandes (Grão Vasco) require special attention; the Portuguese painted 20 panels for the cathedral’s ceiling, but only five survive. Brussels tapestries and heavily gilded 17th-century chapels are the other attractions at the Museu de Lamego.
Carrascalinho Lookout
Douro Valley promises spectacular beauty and panoramic views. Carrascalinho Lookout, located south of Mogadouro, offers a fantastic, unhindered look at the valley. Mesmerize in the untouched beauty of the Douro River, the highest-flow river on the Iberian Peninsula. Flowing from the Duruelo de la Sierra—a Spanish town— to Porto, the Douro River covers a distance of 897 km. Stand and admire its beauty along with the eagles circling above.
Plan Your Visit to Douro Valley
Opening Hours
Getting There
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The Douro Valley cruise is an option to explore the region’s incredible landscape and dreamy riverside villages. Cruises for Douro Valley depart from Porto beginning at 8 AM daily. Depending on the cruise you book, and whether it is a guided tour, the cruise lasts between 10-12 hours.
- If you’re driving to Douro Valley from Porto, you can cover the distance in 90 minutes.
- Trains are also available. You can board a train from São Bento station, located in the center of historic Porto, to Pocinho.
- Bus is also an option, although it’ll only drop you at Peso da Régua.
Douro Valley attracts thousands of visitors yearly, so you can expect all types of facilities will be available. You’ll find several shops and restrooms throughout the valley. Museums in Douro Valley also have essential services like shops and toilets. However, wheelchair accessibility on cruises depends on the cruise you choose.
Eat
- Veladouro is a popular restaurant you must try for a taste of homemade food in Douro Valley.
- Toca da Raposa is equally impressive, with its cook winning the highest award offered by the Portuguese Academy of Gastronomy.
- If you’re looking for a view, head straight to Calça Curta. It provides breathtaking views along with excellent beef and fried fish.
There’s no shortage of stay options in Douro Valley.
- The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca is an attractive option; it’s like staying in a barrel. You’ll also get access to the pool and bar, although the accommodation cost is higher.
- Quinta da La Rosa and Quinta do Pego are two options you can try.
All Your Questions About Douro Valley Tours Answered
Q. Where can I purchase Douro Valley tour tickets?
A. You can purchase Douro Valley tour tickets online.
Q. Are Douro Valley tour tickets available online?
A. Yes. Douro Valley tour tickets are available online.
Q. Are there discounts available on Douro Valley tours?
A. Yes. You can avail of incredible discounts if you purchase your Douro Valley tour tickets online.
Q. What is the cancellation policy on Douro Valley tours?
A. You can cancel your tickets 72 hours or 24 hours before the trip, depending on the ticket you choose to book.
Q. What is the best way to buy Douro Valley tour tickets?
A. Buying your Douro Valley tour tickets online is the best way forward.
Q. What is the price of Douro Valley tours?
A. Douro Valley tour tickets can range from €86 to €90.
Q. Is it worth visiting Douro Valley?
A. Douro Valley is an incredible destination that deserves to be on your itinerary. It is popular because of its cellar picks' production and history.
Q. What are the timings for Douro Valley cruises?
A. Douro Valley cruise tours start from 8 AM, Mondays to Fridays.
Q. What is the best time to visit Douro Valley?
A. Fall is the best time to visit Douro Valley. Grapes are harvested during this time, making the valley come alive.