Experience hosted by André, Anselmo & other locals
Private Tour
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Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Porto to explore Douro Valley with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Destination
Porto, Portugal
Category
Day Trips
Duration
8 hours
Transport mode
Car
Available languages
English, Português, Español, Français
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
All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Pick-up Included
Excluded
Entrance to attractions
Lunch (on guest expenses)
6 reasons to book this tour
Discover the region off the beaten path
Check out Pinhão & the Douro river
Connect with a local & discover their culture
Take in breathtaking sceneries & panoramas
Enjoy the freedom to make stops along the way
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
What you can expect
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.
Choose your local
Get to know these 8 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
André
The Medieval Historian
4.9348 reviews
English・Português
Anselmo
The Local Cyclist
5.0251 reviews
English・Português
Luis
The Beer Crafter
4.8134 reviews
English・Español
Helena
The Home Chef
4.9397 reviews
English・Português・Français・Español
Rui
The Epicurist
4.614 reviews
English
André
The Vinyl Collector
4.7178 reviews
English・Português
Orlando
The Story Teller
5.0551 reviews
English・Español・Português
Gustavo
The Royal Local
5.0271 reviews
English・Español・Français・Português
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
You will be picked up anywhere in Porto. Your local host will contact you regarding the exact pickup point.
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
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 accommodation
ScenicTrip
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 insights
Only 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 memorable
What’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 way
Optional 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
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Macie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 January 2025
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 way we wanted it.
Our day started with a scenic drive through the valley, and our guide's knowledge and passion for the region truly enhanced the experience. Lunch at a local restaurant was nothing short of delicious—authentic flavors and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The highlight of the trip was visiting two beautiful wineries, both offering breathtaking views of the valley. The settings were serene, with no crowds, making it feel like we had the entire experience to ourselves.
If you're considering visiting the Douro Valley, this is the only way to do it. We can’t recommend Gustavo enough—he made the day unforgettable!Unforgettable
MATHY
(About local )
30 December 2024
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 with an amazing view and food. He was the one giving the wine tastings and explanation of the different wines. Totally enjoyed his company and wonderful tour. Highly recommended!The best tour / tour guide
Ann🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
24 November 2024
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 comfortable transportation. Alselmo shared history along the way and lots of laughs. During the tour we took a hour boat tour, which turned out to private, since no other passengers joined us. We brought a speaker with us, sang and sipped port down the Douro river. Next we visited CROFT vineyards, one of which we tasted port and he gave us the history of the types of port and a tour of the vines. He actually stopped at his local bakery and provided the traditional pastry during that tasting. We also visited Quinta Do Val Moreira vineyard that had the most amazing view of the Douro Valley. Alselmo scheduled a traditional Portuguese lunch, wines and dessert. Alselmo made it special by advising the winery that it was my sisters birthday and they made a cake just for her. After lunch we toured the winery and bought wine. Finally he took us to a look out site that had the most amazing view and then down to St. Vincent's church where we stopped next door for farmers port. I can't thank Alselmo enough for making my sister Colleens birthday so memorable. We had so many great laughs during the day. We all agreed that touring with Alselmo through the Douro Valley was the best day of our 10 day trip. Thank you Alselmo Amazing day with Alselmo
Ron🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
10 November 2024
My wife and I had a fantastic day with Gustavo touring the Duoro Valley from Porto. He picked us up on time from our hotel in a late model Mercedes which was immaculately clean and extremely comfortable. His knowledge of the area and of Portuguese history and culture made our conversation as easy as talking to a friend, which now Gustavo is. We mentioned our interest in tasting dry wines and we visited two wineries with tasty offerings of both dry and sweet. He also stopped off at several view points to showcase the valley. We took great interest in watching a river cruise ship pass through a very large lock, a rise of perhaps 10 meters or more. We stopped at a lovely family owned restaurant for lunch and it was so good! We had the goatling with rice for two people and it fed us all. Gustavo’s wine recommendation was perfect! It was a full day of pleasant conversation and we learned a lot about the Douro and Portugal. Thanks, Gustavo! I will recommend him to everyone I know coming to Porto.Go With Gustavo!
Steve🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 November 2024
Touring the Douro valley with Gustavo was a perfect choice. He was personable and knowledgeable and was able to alter the tour to our liking. Highly recommend Gustavo
Larisa🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 November 2024
Gustavo is very knowledgeable and we learned a lot on this trip. The scenery was breathtaking, and Gustavo showed us local places where the tour buses don't stop. Since surprisingly, there was no traffic on the way back to Porto and we arrived earlier than we had anticipated, Gustavo drove us around Porto and showed us some sights that we had not been to before. Overall we are very happy with Gustavo and our tour.amazing day in Douro Valley
Sandra🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 November 2024
We had such a great day with Andre! The weather was fantastic and the scenery was mesmerizing. André adjusted our start time as requested and brought us to spots one could never see on a bus tour. We learned so much! Highly recommend this tour and guide. Spectacular day in the Douro Valley!
Scott🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 November 2024
We had some rain, but that did not deter Anselmo from giving us an incredibly good visit to the Douro Valley! Excellent driver. Very positive attitude! He knows the history and all of the secrets! Be sure to give him a good tip. He deserves it!Anselmo is the greatest!
Autumn🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 November 2024
We had a wonderful day with Orlando he picked us up right on time. Filled us with tons of history and wine. The weather wasn’t on our side but he made is fun. His knowledge of his beautiful city is outstanding and his passion for history was impressiveBeautiful day with humor and history
Lori🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
21 October 2024
We (a group of 4 friends/2 couples) booked Anselmo for a private tour to the Douro Valley this October. The forecast was terrible but Anselmo was convinced we would be fine and he was right. As soon as we came through the mountains from the city side the skies cleared and we even had some sun. First of- Anselmo is a good driver so I could relax in the car which was great. Also his English is excellent which is a bonus. He is funny, friendly and knowledgeable about the area, landscape, history and about wine and port in particular. We learned a lot and he answered all of our questions patiently. He took us to incredible spots and we ate and drank like royalty and had a boat ride and just really enjoyed the atmosphere. There was no checking his watch and herding us along. We really felt like we could take our time and really experience the beauty around us. The personal touches really make a private tour so worthwhile. I would highly recommend Anselmo and his enthusiasm and love for his city/country and region. We will be back some day for sure!Super day with Anselmo to the Douro Valley
Karen
(About local )
19 October 2024
Gustavo was a wonderful guide. He was so knowledgeable about the region - the history, the wine, the agriculture. He made our day so enjoyable, took us to beautiful places, a fantastic lunch, and wineries with incredible views. 10/10, highly recommend!A perfect day in the Douro Valley
Naja🇩🇰 Denmark
(About local )
18 October 2024
Excellent trip around the Douro Valley with Gustavo in his very clean car and good company. He was very knowledgable of the area and all the wineries. Excellent trip
Barb
(About local )
8 October 2024
From the moment that Anselmo picked us up in the morning, we felt like we were taking a road trip with an old friend. The day was full of memorable excursions, beautiful vistas, unique stops, and lots of laughter. Spending the day with Anselmo felt less like a tour and more like a custom experience, with the comforts of a 5 star private excursion, but the stories, interactions and special touches that you can only feel with someone you trust and who you know has you in good hands. I am so grateful to have had this amazing day in the Douro Valley with Anselmo, it is a memory that I will cherish for a lifetime. Memorable, unique and fun!
Dale🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
8 October 2024
We had a fun day out with Orlando who was the perfect host. He had lots of stories to share and we had some good laughs along the way too. The wine tasting was a lot of fun and Orlando took us to some spots of great beauty and took photos of us. We enjoyed the boat ride also and the whole day was relaxing and fun. The weather started out cloudy and rainy but I’m sure it was his power that made the sun come out at just the perfect times. Thanks for a memorable day Orlando! Do the Douro!
Candice🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 September 2024
Our tour with Orlando was nothing short of amazing! We laughed all day and his love for the area was very apparent through his knowledge and stories. He picked us up right on time, and his van was very tidy. I also really appreciate how much caution he took as he drove through the valley as many other drivers were being reckless. The wine tour was great and the place he selected for lunch was top tier with a perfect view of the valley. And to top it off, he has an eye for great photos. The pictures he captured are some of my favorite from our entire trip. If you’re on the fence about booking this tour, DO IT! Thank you Orlando for such an unforgettable experience!!Such an amazing experience!!
JoAnn🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 September 2024
We had a wonderful authentic experience, a full day out in Duoro Valley with Anselmo. He's very knowledgeable and personable, he introduced us to extra dry white port and portotonics, among so many other things. We visited a small local town, where we saw them making port, of course we had to try some farmers port, along with delicious Pasel de Nata. We went to two port wineries and had a lovely delicious lunch, with a Duoro Valley view. Anselmo is experienced and engaging, we found out later on vacation, just how important a seasoned tour guide is, makes a world of difference. A perfect day!!!!!!A fantastic day out in Duoro Valley
Brian🇳🇿 New Zealand
(About local )
22 September 2024
Four of us, first time visitors to Porto, felt in the hands of an expert as we toured the Douro valley with Gustavo. His geographical, historical and oenological knowledge is outstanding, and very well imparted. We enjoyed his humour and the vineyards and restaurants he took us to very much - plus his expert driving! Many thanks Gustavo from the four of usSuperb day with Gustavo
Roderick🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
17 September 2024
Our day trip to the Douro Valley from Porto with Orlando was perfect for our group of 4. Orlando picked us up from our VRBO in Porto and dropped us off for our dinner reservation at our restaurant that evening. We spoke only English and Orlando was fluent in English and excited to tell us about the history of Portugal and the Douro Valley during our trip, we all agreed that if we had teachers similar to Orlando, we would have learned much more in school. Our tour was great and he managed several last minute changes on the trip with us in mind and made sure we were safe and taken care of. He had a van to drive our group around so we all had a great view. Just saying, thanks Orlando for a great trip.Douro Valley with Orlando
Christine🇳🇿 New Zealand
(About local )
15 September 2024
From the moment we were picked up from our hotel in Porto we knew we would have a wonderful day. Anselmo was an excellent guide and companion, and took us to places off the beaten track of the tour buses. Fabulous morning coffee in a small village, the best custard tart in all of Portugal (provided by Anselmo), an enormous glass of the local farmer’s port mid morning followed by some interesting winery port tastings plus a generous lunch all made up for a day we will remember. Very highly recommended.Fabulous day in the Douro Valley
Tom🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 September 2024
What can I say about Gustavo! He was the ultimate professional, AND a phenomenal personality! He’s extremely knowledgable of the region and has many generations of family history in the area. While we laid out an itinerary we found him to be very flexible; several times taking detours that ended up being so much fun! And he’s such a conversationalist!! We talked for hours as we learned about the Douro Valley! We’d call him again next time we visit just to learn more about his knowledge of wine and food! Thank you Gustavo for such a wonderful day!Tour with a Pro!
Maja🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
7 September 2024
We had a wonderful day with a lot of precious information, fun and great memories.
Many thanks to Gustavo he managed and balanced our group through the day. the time flew by and we returned with good vibes 🤩Marvellous Day in the Valley
Lilla🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 September 2024
We would like to thank Andre' for a perfect day. The Duoro valley is amazing and Andre' is not only a native but extremely knowledgeable about the area and its history. We truly enjoyed our day with the boat ride and of course the wine tasting! We highly recommend Andre'! Amazing tour to the beautiful Duoro Valley
Matt🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
7 August 2024
We are a family of 4 and had a fantastic day out in the Douro Valley with André. The highlights of the tour were the viewing stops, breath-taking views, little cafes, restaurants and bars we went into plus the excellent choice of bespoke vineyard we visited for port tasting. André is very knowledgeable and passionate about his home territory, great information and good rapport. Even the small local village we went to had the most amazing church. So impressive. Big shout out for the Quinta do Tedo port tour, personal walk-through and very enjoyable. Also great to have pick up and drop off at rental apartment. Full day but well worth it and very memorable. Great full day out on tour
Anca🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
29 July 2024
André was a great guide. He was respectful and informative. Our family had a very good day trip to the Douro Valley. A great day trip to Duoro Valley
Peter🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 July 2024
A perfect day. Gustavo was both knowledgeable and charming with very good English and a great sense of humor. He readily adapted the day to our physical limitations, took us to a great place for lunch and kept us well informed. Wonderful Tour with Gustavo
Ashwin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
20 July 2024
Luis is a fantastic tour guide! He provided a detailed tour and very enjoyable day in the Douro Valley. He gave lots of information about the region, and the wines produced there, but was equally happy to discuss all aspects of life in Portugal. He arranged some special, personal touches throughout the day; a special place for lunch, for example. He is relaxed, amiable and makes sure you never feel rushed. Would highly recommend him if you are looking for a tour guide in Porto!Excellent Douro Valley Tour.
Julian🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
16 July 2024
We had a great time touring the Duoro valley with Orlando. His love of history is evident from the beginning. The car ride went by quickly because of the great stories and the information he provided along the way. The boat ride was just ok as it was a small boat with about 20 passengers, nothing special. However, the lunch location he chose was great with a beautiful view of the river and valley. Similarly, he chose a wonderful winery with an entertaining tour and delicious port. He took us to a small town on the way back that was absolutely charming and we enjoyed a small snack at a shop that I fell in love with. Equally important, his car was pristinely clean and he is a great driver! Thank you Orlando!Lovely experience
Daniel🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 July 2024
Anselmo was charismatic, knowledgeable, and super friendly in taking us to the Duoro valley. He customized a trip for us based on our interests and was very engaging, especially with our two children. Highly recommend him for any tour Excellent experience with Anselmo!
Lora
(About local )
11 July 2024
Orlando provided a fabulous tour of the Douro Valley and went above and beyond to be sure we had a lovely experience. He is very knowledgeable about the area, including the history, and his English speaking is perfect. We can’t say enough good things about him. The boat ride was great, lunch was amazing, we enjoyed the winery, and we really loved the extra stops we made. Fabulous tour of Douro Valley with Orlando
Courtney🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 July 2024
We cannot say enough good things about our trip through the Douro Valley with Gustavo. The drive is a long one, and from the moment we got in the car, he was asking our preferences to customize our trip to our taste and interests, while also getting to know us and share a little about himself. We felt like we were on a trip with an old friend, laughing the entire time and learning so much! The wine and views were absolutely breathtaking. Our lunch was at a beautiful restaurant and the wine and food recommendations were some of our favorite of our entire trip - who knew oranges, sea salt, olive oil and rosemary were a delicious palate cleanser.
We wish that we had more time in Porto to do the walking tour with Gustavo and know if we ever make it back to Portugal, will book with Gustavo for anything that we do, from Lisbon to Porto. Highlight of Our Trip
Allyson🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 July 2024
My mother and I truly enjoyed our tour of the Douro Valley with Anselmo. He is knowledgeable and friendly. The wine and views were also amazing. I hope to return someday!Perfect excusion
Deanna🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 July 2024
Gustavo was so kind and hospitable, taking care to ensure we were welcomed to his beautiful country with exceptional warmth and friendliness. He drove us to the Douro Valley where he shared with us the history of this incredibly beautiful wine valley. He took us to two wineries and lunch, gave us recommendations for delicious foods and wines and other things to do and see during our stay. He was thorough and flexible, catering our tour to whatever we desired.
You will not be disappointed choosing Gustavo as your guide. Highly recommend Gustavo!
Magda🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
6 July 2024
We were 2 couples who joined Gustavo for the most spectacular trip through the Douro valley. Gustavo shared scenic landscapes through backroads and provided exclusive access to rural chic wineries. We stopped at a couple of vineyards where we sampled some incredible port wines in front of a breathtaking view of the Douro valley - where we would have gladly stayed the rest of the day.
On top of all that Gustavo took us for lunch at restaurant for some incredible local cuisine.
We would highly recommend this tour. Gustavo is knowledgeable and passionate and was flexible to accommodate any special requests. Breathtaking tour theough the Douro Valley
Mridhula🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
2 July 2024
My husband and I had the most spectacular Sunday in the Douro Valley with Anselmo as our guide.
He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible in catering to our likes and dislikes.
We chose to do a drive on a scenic route instead of the boat ride, and Anselmo showed us some of the best spots in the Douro Valley. We got some nice photos too!
He took us to two estates, I believe to be among the best in the Valley, and we got a personal tour as well as a taste of the best wines and port.
We would definitely recommend Anselmo as a guide. He made the whole experience very enjoyable! Spectacular Sunday in Douro Valley
Joshua🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 June 2024
Not everyone in our family was excited about an all day driving tour but were they glad the went! Gustavo is so knowledgeable and a pleasure to be with. We learned so much about Porto and Douro valley. Had the best meal of our entire trip with Gustavo and discovered new wines and local flavors. Not only would I recommend this tour but we cannot wait to return to Porto to have Gustavo show us more. Do not miss this tour!
Di🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
23 June 2024
3 of us just had the best day in the stunning Douro Valley.
Anselmo our guide was amazing. We learnt so much from him about the Wine / Port making in the area, with wonderful samples along the way.
After witnessing the most beautiful views of the valley and the river meandering through, with only birds to listen (stunning) we stopped at a tiny village. Anselmo produced the freshest Pastel De Nata ever to have with our farmers Port sample. The day just got better and better. Amazing views, fabulous lunch and the wines of course, all with the best guide.
We honestly could not recommend Anselmo enough! Thank you !!! Fabulous day in the Douro Valley
Sue🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
20 June 2024
We had a really great day out from Porto up the Douro valley with Gustavo and can highly recommend him and the trip.
He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the region and took us to some very interesting locations away from the normal busy tourist places.
We had a great lunch at a very nice quiet local restaurant and enjoyed all aspects of the day.
Gustavo’s car was a high quality large Mercedes and very comfortable and it was so much nicer to see the Douro Valley this way than with a large group …. so well worth the money !Great Douro trip with Gustavo
Teresa🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
17 June 2024
Orlando was a very entertaining guide... He not only showed us the classic view points but chose extra stops in tiny villages and bodegas... As well told us funny stories about portuguese culture. A full family day with a lot of fun, excitement and knowledge transfer!Great experience for a full day!
Andrew
(About local )
10 June 2024
Anselmo was a fantastic and knowledgeable host. He was warm and funny throughout the whole day and we shared some big laughs.
During the drive from Porto to the Douro Valley we stopped off at a few places and Anselmo introduced us to the history of the valley in manageable and interesting chunks. Sometimes tour guides can engulf you with a dizzying amount of information but Anselmo hit the sweet spot of delivering information while allowing us take in the beauty of the place.
We then enjoyed an hour's boat ride on the Doura. It is as wonderful seeing the vineyards looking up from the river, as it is seeing them from the top of the valley.
After the boat trip we had a short drive to the first vineyard for our Port tasting session. We received further information about the Port wines themselves and their production methods. Also how grading and classification works which will be very useful for buying port when we return home from holiday. An important addition to this was the Pastéis de nata that Anselmo brought all the way from Gaia. The best I've ever eaten, and I've eaten A LOT!
After the tasting we had a quick drive to look at the vines up close and to learn about the methods of pruning/training of the vines. Again this was easy to understand and an enjoyable way to spend 25 minutes.
Anselmo then took us for a three course lunch with wine at a second vineyard. The food and wine were exceptional, the service impeccable. You pay for lunch which was a ridiculously low price of €32 per person. If we'd paid twice that it would still have been excellent value.
We then had a tour through the new wine cellars that the hotel have constructed. We did an impromptu wine tasting (at our request) and came away with some beautiful wines, again at surprisingly low prices for wines of this quality.
And, sadly, came the time to return to Porto, interrupted by a cycle race!. Those hills look a little steep to me but if you like that sort of thing Anselmo runs bike tours as well.
On the journey back we got some great recommendations for places to eat and also where to get great coffee (I'm writing this from 7g Café over a delicious Brazilian V60).
The whole day was wonderful from start to finish and my wife and were a little sad when it came to end. A perfect day
Shantini🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
6 June 2024
My husband and I had a lovely day out in the Duoro Valley with Anselmo. He is very knowledgeable, passionate and interesting. Everything was organised perfectly and he even threw in a second wine tour for free. Fantastic Day Tour
Rick🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 June 2024
Our party of four recently toured the Douro Valley with Anselmo as our guide and had a fabulous day! Anselmo was a perfect host and treated us like family and provided a fountain of knowledge about life in the Douro Valley and its marvelous wines. We visited the oldest port winery and had a beautiful boat trip on the Douro River. We also had a gourmet lunch with multiple wines and port at a high-end hotel and winery. Highly recommend this excursion!Absolutely The Best Day
Paul
(About local )
26 May 2024
We had a fantastic day in the beautiful Douro Valley with Anselmo as our guide and driver. He is engaging, funny and very knowledgeable about the area’s history and wine production. He went out of his way to show us sites that not every tourist is likely to see. His van was comfortable and he took care of every detail. A definite highlight of our trip to Portugal!A Memorable Day
Judith🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 May 2024
Orlando provided us with a full day of touring and storytelling. We learned a lot from him and were inspired by his enthusiasm for his city of Porto and the Douro Valley. He was prompt and we especially appreciated the other unique and memorable stops along the way.Orlando is the best!
Stefan🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
25 May 2024
Anselmo was a bit surprised that we didn't know much about port wine, and that we booked him more because of our interest in the beautiful landscape of the Douro Valley. He explained to us everything about wine making during a tasting with a fantastic view of the scenic vineyards. Anselmo gave us time for taking pictures and stopped his car when we wanted it. We took the boat trip that we really enjoyed. The icing on the cake was the delicious lunch at a quinta. Highly recommended, thanks for the beautiful day.A beautiful day
Bas🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
25 May 2024
We had an amazing day with Anselmo! On his suggestion we opted for the scenic route and an extra tasting instead of the boattrip, this was a great choice. We also got the lunch option, this was a very nice three course lunch with great wine and port. Anselmo is very knowledgeable about the region and knows just the right places to go to. Moreover, Anselmo is a very nice and fun guy to be around. All this resulted in a beautiful and relaxed day in Douro valley. One we would definitely recommend! Amazing day in Douro valley with Anselmo
Cynthia🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 May 2024
We had an amazing day with Anselmo. He took us into streets along the Douro Valley that were essentially uninhabited(being a cyclist he has discovered these areas). He took us to spots that had amazing panoramic views of the Valley with the winding river below.
Anselmo is a charming guy with contacts all over the Valley. I cannot say enough good things about him! He gave us an amazing memory.An amazing day with a Anselmo!!!!
LJ🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
20 May 2024
Anselmo was amazing with our group, sharing history, stories, magnificent views and overall good times with us. He made my job as organizer super easy, coordinating everything early and easily over WhatsApp. Unforgettable visit with Anselmo
Chris🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
19 May 2024
Anselmo provided my wife and I with a memorable day tour of the Douro Valley. He picked us up on time at the pre-arranged meeting spot and had water available for us in the car. We opted to skip the boat tour portion of the trip, so Anselmo took us on some winding scenic roads and also stopped at multiple scenic spots to allow us to take many photos. Anselmo was very knowledgeable about grape growing and wine making and gave us behind the scenes tours at each winery stop. Coffee in the morning and all wine tastings and lunch were excellent. This was a perfect private tour to help celebrate our anniversary. Excellent Day in the Douro Valley
Mark
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16 May 2024
We had a truly memorable day exploring the Douro Valley with Gustavo. He was very knowledgeable. Knew all the ins and outs to see the best of the Valley while avoiding the crowds. He was such a friendly and interesting person. It was an epic day we won’t ever forget. Extraordinary guide
Claire🇺🇸 United States
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7 May 2024
Orlando was phenomenal! We couldn't have had a better time. If you are in the Porto or Douro area, look no further! Look no further!
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