A unique wine journey to embark upon in Porto and Douro

Embark on a journey to a vineyard farm nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley, a region renowned for its rich history and stunning landscapes. This tour offers a variety of seasonal activities, providing an immersive terroir experience that allows you to engage directly with the land and its time-honored traditions. Depending on the season, you may have the chance to milk sheep, harvest cork from ancient cork trees, or pick fresh vegetables from the garden.

The tour includes hands-on workshops where you'll learn to make regional delicacies such as alheiras, chouriços, morcelas, traditional bread, and cheese. The experience extends beyond food, with activities like candle-making, offering a glimpse into local craftsmanship. Each workshop reflects the farm’s deep-rooted connection to the land and its centuries-old traditions, all set against the backdrop of the Douro Valley’s terraced vineyards and rolling hills.

Begin your journey with a convenient pick-up service at the meeting point in the heart of the Torre de Moncorvo village. Take part in one or two immersive workshops that connect you with the land and its age-old traditions. Enjoy a delicious regional lunch at a traditional restaurant, savoring the finest local cuisine. Return to the farm to further explore and engage in activities started earlier in the day. Visit a wine cellar for a guided wine tasting and sample local delicacies. Conclude your experience with a comfortable drop-off at the same place.

This unique experience offers a perfect blend of hands-on learning, cultural exploration, and culinary indulgence, all set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Douro Valley.

About the experience

Local Guide

Local Guide:

Rui Portela

Experience duration

Experience duration

8 Hours 0 Minutes

Number of wineries visited

Number of wineries visited

1

Style of wines served

Style of wines served

    Red Wine
    White Wine
    Sweet Wine
Things to see

Things to see

  • Vineyards
  • Winery
  • Cellar
  • Tasting Room
  • Other Estate Areas
Transport included?

Transport included?

Yes, all transport included

Accommodation included?

Accommodation included?

Not included

Food included?

Food included?

Restaurant

Languages spoken

Languages spoken:

Location

Praça Francisco Meireles, 5160-245 Torre de Moncorvo, Bragança, Portugal

Experience starting point

Castle staircase. You should go to Praça Francisco Meireles and look, in that square, for the castle's staircase, which is easily identifiable. This is next to a pedestrian crossing and is the only staircase in this same square.

Experience ending point

The same as starting point

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Great Douro Wine Tour
Yvonne

Great Douro Wine Tour

Reviewed on September 26, 2024

Great Douro Wine Tour

We had an amazing Douro wine tour with Rui and Ana! They coordinated visits to 4 special and unique vineyards where we were hosted by owners, wine makers and other wonderful staff. Their all terrain vehicle made is easy to navigate off road and along the narrow roads through the Douro. They shared their local knowledge of the Douro as Rui was born, raised and still lives in a village along the Douro. I highly recommend 4Landscape for your customized tour!!