Taste your way through the Douro Valley’s vineyards with Porto Craft Tours. Enjoy winery visits, wine tastings, a delicious lunch, and an optional river cruise on this effortless day trip from Porto.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility is sufficient; the tour involves gentle walking on winery grounds and some standing during tastings.
Wildlife
History
The Douro Valley has been cultivated for wine production since Roman times, making it one of the oldest demarcated wine regions in the world.
Conservation
Local producers are increasingly focusing on sustainable farming practices to protect the unique soil and biodiversity of the valley’s steep slopes.
Porto Craft Tours
Taste your way through the Douro Valley’s vineyards with Porto Craft Tours. Enjoy winery visits, wine tastings, a delicious lunch, and an optional river cruise on this effortless day trip from Porto.
Porto Craft Tours is a tour operator based in Porto, Porto that specialises in guided cultural, culinary and wine experiences across northern Portugal. The company offers a curated range of day and evening tours, including a full-day Braga & Guimarães guided tour that highlights the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and medieval Guimarães, a Douro Valley guided tour with visits and tastings at two wineries, and focused city itineraries such as a Porto Jewish Heritage walking tour and Porto by Foot walking tour. Other signature experiences include a Porto Craft Beer Tour featuring multiple tastings and brewery visits, a Porto's Culinary Delights food tour exploring local dishes, and an intimate Fado dinner and show showcasing traditional Portuguese music. Each itinerary lists key stops and activities, such as market visits, historic churches, viewpoints, tastings and optional cruise extensions for the Douro Valley. Porto Craft Tours operates from central Porto and designs experiences suitable for travellers seeking cultural context, local gastronomy and regional wines.
Detailed itineraries include meeting points, duration estimates, accessibility notes and suggested packing tips to ensure travelers make informed choices before booking, and local transport options available.
Base Location
Porto, Porto
Tours operate from central Porto
Tours Offered
7 tours
A mix of day and evening experiences
Tour Themes
Food, Wine & Culture
Culinary, winery and heritage focus
Day & Evening
Full-day and evening
Options include full-day trips and shows
Reserve a spot on a Braga & Guimarães day trip, a Douro Valley winery tour, a culinary walking tour, or an evening Fado dinner — check availability and book directly.
Book in Advance
Tours fill quickly during peak season—reserve early to secure your spot and preferred dates.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Expect some walking on uneven winery terrain; sturdy shoes will keep you steady.
Bring a Camera
The terraces and river vistas offer excellent photo opportunities throughout the day.
Consider the Cruise Option
The scenic river cruise adds a unique perspective but requires an additional fee and time—plan accordingly.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating uneven terrain at vineyards comfortably.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from sun exposure during outdoor segments of the tour.
spring|summer|fall
Light rain jacket
Handy for unexpected showers, especially in wetter seasons.
spring|fall|winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning landscape and memorable moments throughout the day.