City Escape: Douro Valley Day Trip
Our locals for this tour
Anselmo, Gustavo & 6 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Porto
Category
Day trips
Duration
8 hours
Mode of transport
Car
Available languages
English • Português • Español • Français
What's included
Private Guide • A/C car • Entrance to a family run winery included • Wine and Portwine tasting(7 wines) • Guest pick up and drop off • Boat Trip
Here’s an overview of your tour
Enjoy your trip to the max experiencing the treasures of Douro Valley. Explore the region's beauty and be delighted by the different highlights and hidden gems that you'll encounter along the way.
Forget about hopping on a tourist bus and let a local take you through Douro Valley; your way! Now you can spend the day discovering what other highlights lie outside Porto - trust us; they are worth the visit! As your knowledgeable host takes you on a fascinating road trip where the route is as scenic as it gets, you'll make frequent stops to check out the surprises this area has to offer. See from Pinhão, the Douro river and Quinta do Infantado, plus many spectacular views along the way.
And with a convenient pick-up and drop-off, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! To make the trip even more enjoyable, you can choose your local host for the day. Each of the hosts available for this day trip will take you on a unique journey based on their passions and expertise, and of course, also taking into consideration your interests.
Our local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from arts and history to real foodies. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and let you connect with their culture in an enjoyable and inspiring way! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes.
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Convenient Pick-up & Drop Off
On the day of your day trip, your local host will pick you up from your accommodation or an agreed location. Once the day trip comes to an end, they’ll drop you off at your accommodationScenicTrip
This full-day trip is arranged for you, so all you have to do is enjoy the sights as your host takes you through Douro Valley while telling you incredible stories and insightsOnly You & Your Host!
Forget about cramped touristy buses, on this private day trip, you’ll have all of your host’s attention. Get the chance to speak 1-1 and get all of your questions answered for a personal experience that will make this trip more memorableWhat’s in Store for You
Check out from viewpoints, nature, and cultural gems such as Pinhão, the Douro river and Quinta do Infantado plus other stops your local host has prepared for you along the wayOptional Lunch
Along the way, your local host will recommend you typical and local places where you can stop to have lunch and catch a break. Lunch is not included in the price
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Anselmo
The Local Cyclist
Anselmo5.0251 reviewsI speakEnglish • PortuguêsGustavo
The Royal Local
Gustavo5.0270 reviewsI speakEnglish • Español • Français • PortuguêsRui
The Epicurist
Rui4.614 reviewsI speakEnglish- +1
André, Orlando & 1 other local are available
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private Guide
- A/C car
- Entrance to a family run winery included
- Wine and Portwine tasting(7 wines)
- Guest pick up and drop off
- Boat Trip
Not included
- Entrance to attractions
- Lunch (on guest expenses)
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Unforgettable
"We had the most amazing experience exploring the stunning Douro Valley in Porto, thanks to our incredible guide. Gustavo. From start to finish, everything was perfectly curated and intimate, just the...
- 5.0
The best tour / tour guide
"We had an amazing time with Anselmo, he was punctual, super polite, very knowledgeable about wine and history of the area. We told him we were foodies and took us to the most beautiful restaurant w...
- 5.0
Amazing day with Alselmo
"Our group of 4 recently had an AMAZING day tour of the Douro Valley with Alselmo celebrating my sisters birthday. He arrived promptly and introduced himself and we started the tour in his comfortab...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
Private guided tours
No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.
Responsible
Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.
Questions?
We are here to help!
What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
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