Wine Tasting and Winery Tour in the Douro
Gouvães do Douro, Vila Real · Douro Valley
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Available in Portuguese and English
Experience details
Take a guided walking tour through the Vale do Inferno vineyard, in the heart of the Douro, followed by a visit to the wine cellars and Porto Wine. Along the way, you’ll learn the secrets of the vineyard, discover how Douro wines and Port wine are produced, and hear the story of the family connected to the estate.
The experience ends with a premium wine tasting: Cerejinha (white), Vale do Inferno (red), Passagem Grande Reserva (red), 20-Year-Old Tawny, 2012 Vintage, and 2017 Vintage.
This is a private tour lasting approximately 2.5 hours, conducted in Portuguese or English, in Gouvães do Douro, Vila Real. It’s ideal for wine lovers who want to experience the Douro in an authentic way.
Duration and group
Duration
2.5 hours
Group
2 to 10 people
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How the tour works
- 1Guided walking tour of the Vale do Inferno vineyard
- 2Tour of the wine cellars and Port wine cellars
- 3An Explanation of Wine Production and Port Wine
- 4Sharing the family's history and that of the farm
- 5Tasting of 6 premium wines
What's included
- Private guided tour (in Portuguese or English)
- Tour of the Vale do Inferno vineyard, the wine cellars, and Porto Wine
- Tasting of 6 premium wines: Cerejinha white, Vale do Inferno red, Passagem Grande Reserva red, 20-year-old Tawny, 2012 Vintage, and 2017 Vintage
- Water bottle
What to bring
To make the most of your visit, we recommend that you bring:
- Comfortable shoes
- Lightweight clothing
- Hat
- Sunscreen
Water is provided during the experiment.
Restrictions and Important Information
To ensure that everything goes smoothly, keep the following in mind:
- Minimum age of 18.
- The production cellar and aging cellar are accessible only by stairs, so this experience is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
- Are pets allowed on the property?
- Reservations must be made in advance for the total number of participants, including guides who wish to accompany the guests.
- Please arrive on time: if you are late, we cannot guarantee that the entire program will take place, and if you do not show up or arrive only at the end, there will be no rescheduling or refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the experiment conducted?
The tour takes place in Gouvães do Douro, Vila Real (EM590), in the heart of the Douro region.
How long does the wine-tasting tour last?
The experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
In which languages is the guided tour conducted?
The tour can be conducted in Portuguese or English.
What is the minimum age?
This activity is intended for people 18 years of age and older.
How many people can participate?
The group has a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 participants.
What wines will I be tasting?
The tasting includes six premium wines: Cerejinha white, Vale do Inferno red, Passagem Grande Reserva red, 20-year-old Tawny, 2012 Vintage, and 2017 Vintage.
Can I cancel the reservation?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 14 days before the scheduled date.
Is the experience accessible to people with limited mobility?
The production cellar and aging cellar are accessible only by stairs, so this experience is not recommended for people with limited mobility.