Wandering Works for Us Podcast

Date: 26 April 2024

Title: Douro Valley and Port wine tours in Porto

Summary of Episode

In this episode, we take you up the Douro River to the Douro River Valley and to the port houses of Vila Nova de Gaia to give you an in depth account of the tours we have taken. 

The Douro River Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in northern Portugal, is a breathtaking region renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and world-famous wine production. This picturesque valley stretches along the meandering Douro River, which carves its way through rugged mountains and terraced vineyards, offering visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.

The other end of the Port wine trade is in Vila Nova de Gaia at the port cellars. Once the wine is made, it is shipped down to Porto to age. Lucky for us, there are many cellars open for tours and tastings. 

Key Topics

[02:00] Douro Valley Tour 

[0700] What you get on a set up tour

[11:50] Lunch 

[14:00] Boat ride up the Douro River

[19:00] planning your own tour of the Douro (see blog post for suggestions)

[24:50] Port houses and cellars

[28:50] Sandeman tour

[33:50] other options for tastings

[39:25] Ferreira tour

[43:45] what’s coming up next!

Important Links 

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• Douro Valley Blog Post
• Port Cellars blog post

I mention a free sheet that tells you about the port cellars in Gaia. You can get that here.

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