Douro from Porto - explore the cradle of Barca Velha wine
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Take a scenic train ride to Quinta do Vale Meão, enjoy a guided tour, traditional Portuguese lunch, and premium wine tasting in the heart of the Douro Valley.
Highlights
- Enjoy a guided tasting of selected wines at Quinta do Vale Meão
- Enjoy a scenic train ride through the stunning Douro Valley
- Discover the rich history of the Douro Valley and its renowned wine production
- Savor a traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant in Pocinho
- Explore the history of Barca Velha’s birthplace on an exclusive guided tour
Description
Embark on a journey to the Douro Valley to visit Quinta do Vale Meão, a bold and visionary project founded in the late 19th century by the remarkable D. Antónia Adelaide Ferreira, known as Ferreirinha.
We’ll start the day with a scenic train ride from Régua to Pocinho, admiring the stunning landscapes along the Douro River. Upon arrival, enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, enjoy an exclusive private tour of Quinta do Vale Meão, a family-owned winery renowned for creating the famous dry red wine Barca Velha in 1952.
Discover the winery’s rich history and winemaking process, followed by a tasting of their finest wines. After the visit, we’ll return by train to Régua, completing a memorable day immersed in Douro’s culture and beauty.
Schedule
9:30 AM - Pickup at Porto area (if you don't check the pickup service, jump to 11:00 AM).
11:00 AM – Meeting at Régua railway station
11:18 AM – Train departs to Pocinho
12:41 PM – Arrival in Pocinho
1:00 PM – Traditional Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant
3:00 PM – Guided tour and premium wine tasting at Quinta do Vale Meão
5:15 PM – Train departs back to Régua
6:40 PM – Arrival in Régua
6:45 PM – End of the tour at the railway station for those who did not require pickup. The others continue the journey by train to Porto (São Bento railway station), arriving at 8:25 PM
Includes
Train tickets to and from Pocinho
Typical Portuguese lunch
Private and exclusive visit and wine tasting at Quinta do Vale Meão
Pickup service (if it's option required)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund