I have to confess here and now ......... I was a little dubious about ' another wine tour', having experienced a rather unforgettable day trip the week before in Germany!... read more Initially thinking that 360 Euros ( for 3 of us ) was a little on the steep side. BUT everything about our organised day with Douro Travel was over and beyond my expectations and absolutely worth every penny!! Our amazing driver and guide Paulo picked us up at our hotel along with another group of 3 friends, so a nice small group of 6. We left Porto under grey skies and clouds, but Paulo said that as we drove into the hills the weather would be sunnier and brighter and of course it was, and remained that way for the rest of the day. Our first stop was at Quinta Seara d Ordens, here we were introduced to the process of making Port as well as the tasting of several different aged Ports & wines along with olive oil. I must add here that I had always declined Port in the past thinking it too sweet & the same as sherry and not my favourite tipple.... BUT IV'E CHANGED MY MIND AS WELL AS MY TASTE! The staff were extremely knowledgeable and very generous with the size of glasses offered. We were not pressured in anyway to make a purchase, but of course we all did! Onto the viewpoint high... I have to confess here and now ......... I was a little dubious about ' another wine tour', having experienced a rather unforgettable day trip the week before in Germany! Initially thinking that 360 Euros ( for 3 of us ) was a little on the steep side.

BUT everything about our organised day with Douro Travel was over and beyond my expectations and absolutely worth every penny!!
Our amazing driver and guide Paulo picked us up at our hotel along with another group of 3 friends, so a nice small group of 6.
We left Porto under grey skies and clouds, but Paulo said that as we drove into the hills the weather would be sunnier and brighter and of course it was, and remained that way for the rest of the day.
Our first stop was at Quinta Seara d Ordens, here we were introduced to the process of making Port as well as the tasting of several different aged Ports & wines along with olive oil.
I must add here that I had always declined Port in the past thinking it too sweet & the same as sherry and not my favourite tipple.... BUT IV'E CHANGED MY MIND AS WELL AS MY TASTE!
The staff were extremely knowledgeable and very generous with the size of glasses offered. We were not pressured in anyway to make a purchase, but of course we all did!
Onto the viewpoint high above the river and vineyards making a great backdrop for holiday photos.
Lunch was up next and the location and scenery, food and wine again did not disappoint and just kept coming.
A short drive and we boarded our boat for the hour long river cruise, again more port and pastries.
Our guide Paulo made every part of this trip extra special, a very special day filled with good food and drink, easy going and sharing family experiences together.

I am now a very definite lover of Port as well as the beautiful country that is Portugal.
I cannot recommend this day trip more highly, you will not be disappointed. More

  We had an absolutely brilliant experience, no doubt in part because we were the only couple on the tour, but that said, the tour company was willing to take us... read more at the very last minute (we only booked late the night before) and with just...More

  We had a great day with Pedro Madeira, our guide who brought us to the Douro Valley from Porto. It takes 100 km to arrive at the Valley, so be... read more prepared for a long day. Pedro was the perfect host for this trip, we owe him many thanks. Wine tasting, an excellent lunch was part of the experience. We look back at a great event.
Bear in mind, however, that this is advertised as a private tour, and it is not!!

  Ricardo was a wonderful guide. He explained so much about the region and provided a great history of it. Fortunately, the weather was really nice (if not a... read more little chilly) but the boat ride (with a wine taste and pastry) was lovely. There was fog...More