Take a 9-hour tour through Portugal’s Douro Valley with wine tastings, a boat ride, and a traditional lunch overlooking terraced vineyards. Discover why this historic river valley is a standout destination for adventure and culture.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves light walking and sitting periods
Wildlife
History
The Douro Valley has cultivated wine since Roman times and was officially protected as the first appellation region in Europe in 1756.
Conservation
Local vineyards maintain sustainable farming practices to protect river health and biodiversity.
Picta Travel
Take a 9-hour tour through Portugal’s Douro Valley with wine tastings, a boat ride, and a traditional lunch overlooking terraced vineyards. Discover why this historic river valley is a standout destination for adventure and culture.
Picta Travel is a Lisbon-based tour operator offering a curated selection of day trips, walking tours, food and wine experiences, and private excursions across Portugal. From the Douro Valley to Sintra, Évora, Cascais and coastal viewpoints, Picta Travel organizes experiences that highlight Portugal’s heritage, landscapes and culinary traditions.
Many itineraries feature expert local guides who lead guests through historic quarters, UNESCO World Heritage sites and scenic viewpoints. Examples include guided walks in Lisbon’s Alfama and Chiado districts, visits to Sintra’s Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, and a full-day discovery of Évora with visits to sites such as the Capela dos Ossos.
Picta Travel offers small-group and private options that combine transportation, commentary, and curated stops like Port wine tastings, olive oil tastings, and scenic boat rides on the Douro River. Signature experiences include the Douro Exclusive day tour with vineyard tastings and a river cruise, the Lisbon Wine Tour featuring multiple tastings and miradouros, and sunset sailing on the Lisbon Boat Trip.
Operating from central Lisbon, Picta Travel provides multi-duration options — from short walking tours and half-day activities to full-day excursions — helping visitors match trips to available time. The company lists guided cultural routes, food-focused tours, and shore excursion-compatible itineraries to serve a broad range of traveler interests. Picta Travel coordinates logistics such as transportation, entrance tickets for selected sites, and local recommendations to make day trips seamless. Tour options include shore-friendly itineraries for cruise passengers and flexible departure times from central Lisbon, and small-group schedules available.
Tours Offered
18
City walks to full-day trips
Based In
Lisbon, Portugal
Central meeting point for departures
Trip Durations
2.5–9 hours
Half-day to full-day options
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
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Reserve in advance
Small-group tours fill quickly during peak seasons; book early to secure your spot.
Wear comfortable shoes
There’s light walking involved at vineyards and the boat dock; sturdy footwear helps.
Bring sun protection
The river and vineyards offer little shade in summer; use sunscreen and hats.
Hydrate throughout the day
Long hours outdoors warrant carrying a water bottle especially on the boat ride.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes for vineyard paths and boat docks
Sun hat
Protects from strong sun during outdoor segments
summer
Light jacket
Useful for cooler mornings or breezes on the river
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during the 9-hour trip