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The 15 most popular wine tours, compared in one place. What you actually see from the water, how long each sailing runs, what it costs and who to book it through.
A full-day Douro Valley wine tour from Porto with two estates, tastings, traditional lunch, and a relaxing Rabelo river cruise.
Most Popular“Tour guides were knowledgeable and helpful. We especially enjoyed getting to know others in the group.”
Small-group Douro wine day from Porto with two tastings, UNESCO valley views, lunch in Pinhão, and a Rabelo river cruise.
“We had a great day in Duoro valley enjoying the local wines (and food) as well as a cruise on the river. Luis was a fantastic guide.”
Douro Valley wine day from Porto with 2 vineyard tastings, a Rabelo river cruise in Pinhão, and a winery lunch with ports.
“You meet at a church, drive 1.5 hrs to the winery for a tasting of 5 wines and 2 ports with a very knowledable presenter. It was a small family farm winery. Afterwards we drive for lunch with a cod, chicken or vegetarian option along with salad , desert, wine and port. Then we did…”
Douro Valley escape from Porto with 3 wine tastings, family lunch, aged Port 10–30 years, Amarante snacks, and optional Rabelo boat.
“The Douro Valley tour provided a cornucopia of picturesque scenery, a sampling of wonderful wines, a pleasant river boat excursion, and was capped off with a beautiful meal enjoyed in the majestic gardens of a 18th century vineyard under the canopy of chestnut trees… what a perfect day. This entire experience was further enriched by…”
Glass-enclosed Seine dinner cruise in Paris: champagne, 3-course French meal, and night views of Notre-Dame, Louvre, Eiffel. Optional music.
“An amazing experience. A wonderful trip. I have taken the dinner cruise before and thought that it would be a perfect way to introduce my 14 year old grand-daughter to the magic of Paris on the first evening of her very first trip here. It has worked - she now loves Paris. The boat is…”
Sail Porto’s river and Douro Estuary in 2 hours with a port wine glass. Pick daytime or sunset for big city views from the water.
“Great tour! The crew were very friendly, and warm. They answered all of my questions about the city and the river. They ensured you were comfortable. Great tour!”
2-hour small-boat Douro cruise from Porto with Port wine, Vinho Verde, and snack pairings plus tight, story-rich guiding.
“Lovely river trip with a small group of interesting people that we got to know during the 2 hour cruise. Knowledgeable friendly tour guides that made it great fun. We enjoyed port, wine and snacks whilst admiring Porto from this perspective.”
Moulin Rouge Féerie with champagne plus a Seine cruise ticket. See Paris by night, but plan for seating limits and use the cruise next day.
“Fabulous cabaret experience! This was my second time seeing a show at Moulin Rouge. The first time was 8 years ago. This second show was as good as the prior one. The dancers and acts are superb. If you are in Paris, make sure this is on your list to see.”
Private 2-hour Douro sail from Vila Nova de Gaia to the Atlantic views of Porto, wine tasting, welcome drink, and a local crew up to 8.
“We took this 2 hour Douro River cruise to get a little river cruise time in during a short stay trip to Porto. Francisco & Kennedy were a fabulous team. We had delicious wine, Rose and Port, while cruising the river. Francisco is native to Porto and provided great information and explanation of Porto and…”
Swan Valley day trip from Perth: 2-hour river cruise with tastings, then Windy Creek, Garbin, brewery and Whistlers chocolate.
“Very good for people who are interested in wine sample/testing. Visit to a chocolate factory/shop was also interesting and enjoyable.”
Private Douro Valley tour from Porto with boutique winery tastings, Pinhão lunch, and a 1-hour Douro River cruise—no driving.
“Our guide. Diane was wonderful. We were transported in a very confortable van and she was knowledgeable and accommodating. We enjoyed the winery tour, wine pairing lunch with delicious food and wine overlooking the Duoro river, and a picturesque boat ride with the gorgeous terraced vineyards on each side.”
Douro Valley day trip from Porto with Amarante, a farm wine tasting and lunch, plus a Barco Rebelo river cruise in a small group.
“The guides were kind, and the best part of the trip was that they ensured we knew every interesting historical detail about the places we visited.”
Douro Valley day trip from Porto with Rabelo river cruise, National Road 222 views, Lamego wine tasting, and time to explore.
“If I could give 10 stars I would. We had the best day with Paulo he was the most informative and personable tour guide we have ever had. He was so knowledgeable about all the areas we went. Everything was amazing a must do tour. We met as strangers but left as very good friends…”
Porto landmarks, a Douro sail with Port tasting, and local guiding in a small group, with hotel pickup for a full day out at sea.
“Andre and Francisco were very knowledgeable tour guides who really love their city. The port wine tasting at Offey was a delightful tour”
Paris at night by foot and Seine cruise: see the Louvre pyramid, Saint-Germain cafés, and optional champagne. Small group, big views.
“We had Hugo as our guide and he was awesome! Super informative and fun all around! Loved the tour and was so helpful. Saw the first restaurant in Paris, the cafe that the French Revolution started from, and the list goes on. I could have never seen these places without him! It rained the entire…”
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