What‘s Included

Meeting and Pickup

What To Expect

Reviews

• Enjoyable but with disappointments

  Gary G,

  Aug 9, 2025

  - Viator

  3.00

  The 4x4 is old and the A/C barely worked (it was nearly 100 degrees F all day). The boat trip is lovely, but not private. We (3 of us) with another group with 5 +guide - so our guide and theirs were speaking at the same time ( distracting). The linchpin at Calca Curta in Foz Tua far exceeded expectations. Highly recommend their pork platter, it was the best pork preparation we had in Portugal. Wine tasting was not what we were expecting. The winery produced primarily muscatel varieties and our tasting included only 1 appertif variety and one dessert variety. If I had known this was going to be the “wine tasting “, I would not have booked this tour. We enjoyed the scenery at the viewing points. Our guide Guillerme was lovely and informative.

• Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity in Douro Valley with Guilherme!

  Thomas D,

  Jul 22, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  This is our family’s first visit to Portugal and we have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. We considered taking a group bus tour to see the Douro Valley, but decided to book a private tour instead. We took a train from Porto to Pinhão, where we met our guide, Guilherme. Before we arrived, he let us know what he’d be wearing so we could find him easily at the crowded train stop. As soon as we hopped off the train at Pinhão, Guilherme was there with a friendly smile on his face, and offered bottled waters to our family as we got to his 4x4. From this point on, I’ll go ahead and say that this tour with Guilherme was my favorite part of our entire trip to Portugal. We started with a boat ride along a section of the Douro River (the only part of the trip that was shared with a larger group). Guilherme pointed out so many interesting things along the boat ride, as well as answering all of my countless questions. Guilherme speaks and understands English very well (better than anyone else I met in Portugal). We then began our trek in the 4x4, climbing up the hills to an AMAZING lunch at a private winery. After a tour of the winery, we were served a beautiful Portuguese meal with a selection of their wine (which was incredible). Guilherme then took us to another winery for a tour and tasting—Adega Cooperativa de Favaios. Our tour guide, Mia, was very friendly and knowledgeable and we loved the sampling of their award-winning Moscatel. The rest of the tour consisted of a beautiful drive through the hills above the Douro, stopping frequently for family pictures (Guilherme offered many, including many times to stop the car for us to take as many pictures as we wanted). He took us off-roading for a while (our teenage kids really loved this part) before we had to make our way down to the train station for our return trip to Porto. I can’t sing Guilherme’s praises enough. He immediately made us feel like we were friends/family, took care of us for the entire trip, and shared so much of his knowledge of this beautiful part of Portugal. Guilherme has roots here in Vila Real District, and his love for his family and this breathtakingly-beautiful land was apparent (and relatable to anybody who loves their home). I highly recommend taking this tour (especially with Guilherme)! It was an unforgettable experience for my family. I don’t know that I’ve ever felt such a visceral connection to the “soul” of a place, and I can attribute that directly to Guilherme’s tour.

• You won't regret booking this!

  Melissa C,

  Jun 30, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  This is truly a once in a life time experience. Everyone had a great time seeing the sights of the Douro valley while accompanied by our guides. Lunch was outstanding. I am very glad we booked this tour.

• A wonderful day in the Douro Valley.

  Glynis B,

  May 28, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  We enjoyed a fabulous day with Vasco as our guide. He is very knowledgeable, polite and friendly. We are experienced travellers and highly recommend this tour. You will be treated to wonderful views, excellent food and a day to remember. Don’t hesitate - book now.

• Loved every minute!

  Pat D,

  May 12, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Our tour and tour guy Gilliam was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable and we had alot of fun with him while seeing beautiful sights Had a great lunch as well. During to a train strike he went above and beyond to arrange a ride to Porto for us,