Spend a day with Poças Wines touring two historic Douro Valley estates, savoring authentic regional wines, local cuisine, and a scenic Barco Rabelo river cruise. Discover Portugal’s richest wine traditions alongside breathtaking landscapes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for general fitness; minimal walking with frequent seated tastings and meals.
Wildlife
History
The Douro Valley’s vineyards have been shaped by human hands since Roman times, refined through centuries into the UNESCO-listed wine region established officially in 1756.
Conservation
Efforts are underway to balance tourism with viticulture sustainability, focusing on soil preservation and responsible river use.
Poças Wines
Spend a day with Poças Wines touring two historic Douro Valley estates, savoring authentic regional wines, local cuisine, and a scenic Barco Rabelo river cruise. Discover Portugal’s richest wine traditions alongside breathtaking landscapes.
Poças Wines is a family-owned Port and Douro wine company based in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, with a documented history spanning more than a century. The house produces award-winning Ports and DOC Douro wines and operates a renovated visitor center and cellar that welcome public tastings and guided visits.
Visitors can choose from a range of curated experiences: guided cellar tours, multi-wine tastings, gastronomic pairings led with chef Pedro Braga, private group visits in multiple languages, and full-day private trips into the Douro Valley that include visits to family-owned quintas, lunches paired with local wines, and scenic boat rides.
One harvest-season offering connects guests with Vynea Wine Tourism for grape picking, stomping, and a riverside boat experience.
Poças emphasizes education and authenticity: guided tours explain production methods, ageing and blending practices typical of Port and Douro wine, and tasting notes that highlight grape varieties and terroir. The company’s visitor spaces and cellar displays help visitors see historic equipment and contemporary winemaking.
Recognition for quality and a long family tradition reinforce trust: Poças maintains cellar tours in multiple languages, presents award-winning labels in its tasting portfolio, and offers bespoke options for small private groups and gastronomic sessions.
For travelers seeking a credible, immersive introduction to Port and Douro wines in Vila Nova de Gaia and the Douro Valley, Poças Wines provides well‑documented heritage, accessible experiences, and direct access to producers and curated tastings. Booking options include private reservations, scheduling, and tailored tasting menus available year-round by appointment, online booking today.
Heritage
100+ years
Family-owned Port producer for over a century
Location
Vila Nova de Gaia
Based in Gaia, Porto
Tours Offered
6 Tours
Private and group tastings available
Douro Experiences
River boat rides
Boat rides included in select trips
Reserve guided tastings, gastronomic sessions, or private Douro tours — availability limited, book early.
Book in Advance
This popular full-day tour often fills up weeks ahead—reserve early to secure your preferred date.
Dress Comfortably
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for gravel paths and light walking through vineyards and estates.
Stay Hydrated
Carry water especially in summer; tastings are plentiful but hydration is crucial for a full day outdoors.
Prepare for Weather
The Douro climate can shift quickly—bring sun protection and a light rain jacket depending on the season.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating vineyard terrain and estate grounds safely.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects skin from strong sun exposure during outdoor segments.
summer
Light rain jacket
Useful for sudden showers common in springtime in Douro Valley.
spring
Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated throughout the full-day tour is crucial, especially during tastings.