Self-Guided Tours Porto & Douro Valley
5 Days Starting and ending in Porto
Visiting: Porto, Pinhão
Tour operator:
Tour code:
274902
Group Type:
Independent
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Conact us
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
This 5-Day self-guided holiday in Porto and the Douro Valley through the dramatic vine-filled landscape offers spectacular views of Pinhão. You can travel independently and enjoy a luxury service in the most famous wine region. Booking dates are flexible, a luxury service available most of the year. In case of an emergency in Portugal, you can contact us 24 hours per day. A self-guided tour is where the traveler has a route, information, and some amenities arranged. In this case, it is included: private transfer exclusive for your group and 4-start hotels (Standard Room with Breakfast). We can book for you extra services, such as a wine tasting, a self-guided hike, or a private cruise tour in the Douro River.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Porto Centro Aliados or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
Arrive at any time. An arrival transfer is included from the airport to the hotel. There are no activities planned for this day. Check-in at the hotel from 02 pm. Meals are not included — overnight in Oporto.
Day 2 : Explore Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Porto Centro Aliados or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Free time in Porto. The day is free to relax and explore the city on your own. Your hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Market Bolhao. The property is close to Lello Bookshop, Clerigos Tower, and São Bento Train Station. Suggestion Book Online Extra Tour: Port Wine Tasting. Lunch and dinner are not included — overnight in Porto.
Day 3 : Porto — Douro Valley
Location: Pinhão
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Vintage House Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Private transfer from Porto to the Douro Valley. Meeting point at the hotel lobby — 09h00 am. Free time in the Douro. Enjoy a self-guided hike & wine tasting in the winery (tour extension). Suggestion Book Online Extra Tour: Self-guided hike & wine tasting in the winery. Lunch and dinner are not included — overnight in the Douro Valley.
Day 4 : Douro Valley - Porto
Location: Pinhão, Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Porto Centro Aliados or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy the early morning in the Douro Valley. Private transfer from Pinhão to Porto. Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 11h00 am. If you’d like to reschedule the pick-up, please contact us a few days before. Suggestion Book Online Extra Tour: Douro Valley Private Boat Tour. The day is free to relax and explore the Douro Region on your own. Lunch and dinner are not included — overnight in Porto.
Day 5 : End Of Tour
Location: Porto
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport. Check-out at the hotel until 11 am. There are no activities planned for this day. Lunch and dinner are not included. Suggestion: Book Full-day in Coimbra & Aveiro (Post-tour extension).
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Private transfers
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Private transfers during the tours (English-speaking driver)
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Accommodation
Four nights in a twin or single Room — Standard Room with Breakfast
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Local Taxes
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Travel Insurance
Booking Notes
Highlights
- Admire the views and wine in the Douro Valley.
- Enjoy the best trails in this Unesco World Heritage Classified region.
- Explore the city of Porto and visit São Bento train station, lovely decorated with beautiful tiles.
The booking will be confirmed with you as soon as we get the final confirmation from the hotels' availability. Please wait for our confirmation before purchasing your air tickets.
Not Included
- Flight
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and meals not specified
- Entrances other than mentioned
- Tourist tax
- Telephone and personal expenses
Notes
- Room Twin Standard: it has two single beds. For an upgrade, please do not hesitate to contact us.
- The meal that is included, it may be a buffet or a limited menu.
That is included: one main course, dessert, beverage, coffee or tea.
Optional drinks: Portuguese wine, beer, coke, or water.
It is not included in the lunch: whiskey or another cocktail. - Some changes may occur in our tours due to inclement weather and frequent seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes.
- We reserve the right to change hotels based on availability and pricing.
- Traditional Portuguese Cuisine is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians. We can accommodate dietary needs, such as food allergies.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes - please contact us
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euros
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
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Low Deposit
EcoTrilha Portugal Tours requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of ecotrilha portugal tours charges.
At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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