World Class Wines — Stand at the edge of a Douro terrace at sunset, glass in hand, surrounded by one of the world's oldest and most dramatic wine landscapes. This is where Port wine was born, and where some of Portugal's most exciting new wines are being made today.
Overview
Porto is a city that gets under your skin. Ancient, proud, and full of contradictions, it moves between the grandeur of its wine cellars and the intimacy of its tiled alleyways, between the roar of the Atlantic and the quiet of the Douro as it winds through terraced vineyards into the heart of the north.
The Porto & North region is where Portugal's winemaking soul lives. From the steep schist slopes of the Douro Valley to the lush green hills of the Minho, this is a territory of extraordinary depth and beauty, where every road leads to a story worth telling.
At Vinitur, we know these landscapes intimately. We know the producers, the cellars, the hidden restaurants, and the people behind them. And we are ready to share all of it with you.
Why Porto & North?
Living Heritage — From the baroque grandeur of Porto's Clérigos Tower to the ancient Roman ruins of Braga and the medieval villages clinging to Douro hillsides, every corner of this region carries centuries of history that you can see, touch, and taste.
Genuine Hospitality — The north of Portugal is known for the warmth of its people, the generosity of its tables, and a way of welcoming visitors that feels entirely, authentically Portuguese. Here, a meal is never just a meal. It is an invitation.
Experiences we’ve created
8 Days in Porto & Douro Valley
Discover the essence of Northern Portugal on this 8-day journey from Porto to the Douro Valley, featuring wine tastings, scenic river cruises, historic villages, and the UNESCO-listed Alto Douro Wine Region.
Minho to Porto bike tour 8 days
Starting high in the mountains area, you will cycle down to the Atlantic Ocean. This land is also blessed by the Minho, Lima and Douro rivers, each of which will accompany you at one stage or another of your ride
Porto & North facts
- Home to the Douro Valley, one of the world's oldest demarcated wine regions and a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
- Birthplace of Port wine, with a winemaking tradition spanning over three centuries.
- A region of extraordinary diversity, from the Atlantic coast and the Minho river valley to the wild landscapes of Trás os Montes.
- Porto is one of Europe's most celebrated city destinations, recognised globally for its architecture, gastronomy, and wine culture.
- The Minho region borders Spain and is home to Vinho Verde, one of Portugal's most distinctive and refreshing wine styles.
Porto & North Awards
- Best European Destination 2021 and 2022, World Travel Awards.
- Best European City Break Destination 2023, World Travel Awards.
- Passadiços do Paiva, Best Adventure Attraction in Europe, World Travel Awards.
- Porto Airport, Best European Airport 2024, ACI.
- UNESCO World Heritage Properties: Porto, Guimarães and Coimbra.
- Braga, Europe's Leading Emerging Tourism Destination, World Travel Awards.
The Essence of Travel
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What our guests say about us
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Geertrui Hofmans
"The last stage before Porto had a very nice scenery and good quality bicycle roads. I also enjoyed the combination with the ferry. The scenery from Porto to Compostela and the 'cyclable' routes there through the woods."
March of 2023
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Geertrui Hofmans
"Good contact, good bikes, good wine & dine."
January of 2021
Company name
Geertrui Hofmans
"Back from our bike trip from Porto to Lissabon. We enjoy it very much. Thank you for the good organization."
March of 2023
Company name
Geertrui Hofmans
"The last stage before Porto had a very nice scenery and good quality bicycle roads. I also enjoyed the combination with the ferry. The scenery from Porto to Compostela and the 'cyclable' routes there through the woods."
March of 2023
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