Port Wine Tour with a Winemaker: From Cellar to Rooftop

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Led by an experienced winemaker, escape the crowds and embark on an elite afternoon of premium Port Wine in Vila Nova de Gaia, with the best views of Porto. We skip the commercial tourist traps and visit authentic, family-owned stops for a truly intimate and memorable experience.

• Three (3) Premium Port Wine Tastings (including rare white port, aged tawnies and late bottled vintages). Learn the differences & find your favorite!

• One (1) Handcrafted Porto Tónico Cocktail

• Access to a hidden rooftop bar with stunning views

• Intimate cellar tour at a family-owned winery

• Led by an experienced winemaker & native English speaker

• Only place in the world to try this wine (not exported) and to visit an authentic port wine cave

• Discover stunning Miradouros (views) on a walk through Gaia's hidden backstreets

• Insider History. Learn the untold stories & secrets of port wine’s history no one else shares

• Small group

• Blend culture, history and leisure

RNAAT: 588/2025

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

• THE SCENIC HISTORY WALK (45 Mins) We begin with a curated stroll through Vila Nova de Gaia’s historic Port Wine District. This isn't just a walk; it’s a storytelling experience with a native English speaking winemaker-guide. We'll stop at hidden Miradouros (viewpoints) for postcard worthy views of the river & city, while unearthing 400 year old secrets of the English merchants and Portuguese families who shaped the Douro Valley. • THE INSIDER CELLAR EXPERIENCE Step inside a small, Portuguese family-owned lodge that most travelers walk right past. With the thick scent of aging wine & oak, you’ll go behind the scenes for a cellar tour, followed by a tasting of diverse Port styles. With the winemaking background of the guide, you'll learn how to "read" a wine, identify tasting notes, and, most importantly, discover your favorite Port style. • THE GRAND FINALE: ROOFTOP & SIGNATURE COCKTAIL We conclude at an exclusive rooftop bar with the absolute best views in the city. You’ll be served Porto’s iconic "Porto Tónico", which is a refreshing, modern expression of Port. Here, you’re free to linger, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy the city from above. www.winecompass.pt

What‘s Included

Discover hidden Miradouros (beautiful views) on a guided walk through cobbled backstreets

Port Wine Cellar Tour

3 Premium Port Wine Tastings and a Handcrafted Porto Tónico Cocktail

Low Alcohol Option: Port infused chocolates & mocktails (advise at booking)

Entrance to an exclusive rooftop bar with incredible views

Guided by a professional winemaker (not a general city guide)

Gratuities

Hotel Pick Up/Drop off

Food & Additional Drinks (option to buy food/additional drinks at rooftop; recommend eating a hearty lunch prior)

Minimum of 2 Guests Required to Run Tour (option to join another day or full refund)

Options