Douro Valley small group tour, Mateus Palace, Lunch and Wine tastings
Overview
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10 hours
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No other Douro Valley tour gives you such a rich cultural, historical and gastronomy experience.
Each stop in the tour program will bring new stories about Portugal history, the importance of Port wine for the region and the country along with delicacies and wines of this amazing region!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
What To Expect
Amarante
From your hotel in Porto, you’re picked up in the morning for the drive to Amarante. We will stop at the city of Amarante to visit its old bridge and São Gonçalo Church, a symbol of the local identity built in the XIII century by the city's patron saint São Gonçalo, a benedictine monk. Amarante's sweets and cakes are extremely famous and you will have the opportunity to taste them at a well known cake-shop.
Vila Real
After Amarante we will proceed to the Mateus Palace in the city of Vila Real. Mateus Palace, set in beautiful gardens on a vast farm, is considered to be one of the finest examples of baroque civil architecture in Portugal. You will learn from a certified guide the story of the palace and at the end enjoy walking and taking pictures in the gardens.
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Douro Valley small group tour, Mateus Palace, Lunch and Wine tastings
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hot & Cold Drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Coffee and Pastries in Amarante
Regional Lunch in Douro Valley with white and red wines, Favaios muscat and Port Wine.
Luxury Air-Conditioned Van
Photo & Video
Visit to São Gonçalo church and the old bridge in Amarante
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
62 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brilliant
R7237NXyvonner,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day tour to the Douro with Pedro . It was the highlight of our visit to Porto . It was a full day of touring , nothing was too much trouble . At all times he went above and beyond . Would definitely recommend . By the end felt as if we had become friends .
Amazing tour of Douro Valley with Pedro!
Jill B,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of 5 (kids 11,13,15) had a wonderful day with Pedro. We felt completely immersed in the culture of the Douro Valley. Pedro was prompt, professional and very friendly. His knowledge of the area and familiarity at each stop was exceptional. He engaged the adults and kids alike. We highly recommend Pedro if visiting the Porto or Douro Valley area.
Great day in the valley
Gailmac9,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fabulous day! Pedro was so passionate and informative about Portugal in general, and Porto specifically. We learnt so much about the history, culture and importance of the wine industry and loved the way he tied it all together with his "stories". The food and wine were very much enjoyed. Pedro was a very good driver 💯 and went above and beyond to help us with everything. Absolutely recommend. Thanks heaps Dean, Libby and Gail
Great day, excellent guide!
Marci L,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pedro was an amazing guide. He knew so much about the area, history and everything. And we lucked out and it turned out to just be my husband and myself, so we had a private tour! Everything was included in the price and Pedro took great care of us.
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beachnj83,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fabulous day! Pedro was an excellent guide-very knowledgeable and personable! Highly recommend!!
Thoroughly enjoyed the...
Patricia F,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed the day. It was both relaxing and informative. The views of the Douro valley were spectacular! Highly recommend this tour. Pedro was a wonderful guide!!
Fantastic day in the Douro Valley
Culture08564855519,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed every minute. Our guide, Pedro, taught us so much and presented such interesting stories. He was very professional and bright. I highly recommend him and his great itinerary.
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Gregory W,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fantastic day trip. Pedro, your guide, is knowledgeable, informative, welcoming, generous and genuine. He provides an excellent introduction to everything the Douro Valley has to offer, with lunch and wine tasting included. Visiting the beautiful Mateus Palace was a highlight I'll never forget.
A very interesting day...
jane b,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A very interesting day with a nice mix of places on the tour. Pedro was a very good host and couldn't have been more helpful. He has a wide knowledge of the sites we visited and scheduled our timings to avoid the worst of the crowds.
A day not to be missed!
Susan V,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our third tour with Pedro, this time with 2 young ladies. Picked up in front of our apartment for a drive to the picturesque little village of Amarante, a highly regarded foodie and wine region. This is the hometown of Portugal’s Valentine, with the picturesque Rio Tamega running under a medieval bridge leading us to the 13thC Sao Gonçalo Church and monastery. After our tour and history lesson it was not a surprise to find ourselves in a local café for a coffee and a tasting of their town’s famous sweets and cakes! It was then on to the Mateus Palace, with its magnificent baroque architecture, and a walk in their massive garden estate, and to finish with a tasting, not of the ubiquitous rose of the 1960’s, but two red wines our host had selected!! The highlight of the tour followed – lunch in the Favaois Estate… for which black tie/pearls for the ladies would not have been overdressing for such a repast, and in such a setting! Fully sated, it was a pleasant drive down to Pinhao, and the right bank of the Duoro River for a 1hour round trip cruise on a traditional Rabello boat, to be able to fully appreciate the setting and viniculture of this appellation, before our return trip to Porto via the picturesque and N222 scenic drive! A gold medal to those who do not doze off!! Another superb day!
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