Todas as idades! • 2h • Um piquenique único com vista para o Douro.
Sip five signature wines above the Douro from a ruin with sweeping valley views. This intimate two-hour private tasting at Quinta das Carvalhas pairs vineyard insight with regional cheeses for a memorable, small-group experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility for short walks over uneven terrain; comfortable for most travelers in reasonable health.
Wildlife
History
The Douro region is one of the world’s oldest demarcated wine regions, with formal boundaries set in 1756, and Quinta das Carvalhas is part of that long viticultural history.
Conservation
Steep terraces require ongoing work to control erosion; visitors are asked to stay on paths and support small-group tours that limit foot traffic.
RCV - Quinta das Carvalhas
Todas as idades! • 2h • Um piquenique único com vista para o Douro.
RCV - Quinta das Carvalhas is a historic Douro estate located in Ervedosa do Douro, Viseu District, offering a range of curated vineyard experiences that highlight the region’s landscape, history, and wines. The property presents a mix of guided and self-paced options that suit couples, small groups, and visitors seeking both immersive and relaxed visits. Experiences include convertible shuttle sightseeing across vineyard terraces, guided vineyard walks, private guided tours, and themed tastings showcasing regional Port and table wines.
Tours vary from short terrace tastings and tapas on the estate terrace to longer, intimate guided visits paired with multiple vintages and local cheese and cured meat pairings. The Vintage Tour features a host named Álvaro Martinho and includes an extended tasting of exclusive wines. Several experiences combine walking through Mediterranean woods and historic vineyard paths with curated food pairings or light meals. Private options are available for guests seeking exclusive attention or tailored tasting sequences.
Quinta das Carvalhas emphasizes terroir interpretation, wine tasting education, and authentic local flavors. The estate’s offerings are presented with clear itineraries—shuttle sightseeing, passeios pedestres (vineyard walks), guided tastings of up to seven wines, and slow gastronomic meals paired with regional wines. These experiences position RCV - Quinta das Carvalhas as a reliable destination for visitors who want a thorough, well-organized Douro wine experience grounded in place and product.
Tours Offered
9 experiences
Shuttle, walks, tastings, and gastronomic tours
Vineyard Location
Ervedosa do Douro
In the Viseu District of the Douro Valley
Private Options
Available
Private guided visits and tastings offered
Wine Tastings
Multiple formats
From two-wine samples to seven-wine flights
Choose a shuttle tour, guided tasting, or private gastronomic experience to discover Douro terraces, history, and exceptional wines.
Arrive early
Check in at the Sala de Provas e Loja da Quinta das Carvalhas at least 10 minutes before your booking to avoid delays.
Wear sturdy shoes
Pathways and terraces use uneven stone—sturdy, closed shoes make the hilltop walk comfortable.
Mind the sun
Bring a hat or light jacket; hilltop exposure can be bright and breezy even on mild days.
Small group etiquette
Tours cap at eight people—keep conversation concise so everyone can hear the guide and tasting notes.
Sturdy walking shoes
Grip and ankle protection on stone terraces and uneven paths.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Top-of-hill breezes can be cool, even in warm seasons.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protection from strong sun while standing at exposed viewpoints.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the short walk and between tastings.