A Morning in Porto: Food & Port Wine Private Tour
What your day looks like
This is not your standard wine tour, it’s a private, more personal experience designed just for you. Enjoy exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the world’s oldest functioning port wine cellar, paired with generous tastings of classic Portuguese dishes like Francesinha as you explore Porto’s renowned wine district, Vila Nova de Gaia at your own pace. Along the way, indulge in a private port wine tasting, followed by carefully selected local wines and beers paired with each stop. You’ll uncover hidden food spots and visit authentic neighborhood restaurants, meeting passionate local owners and enjoying a more intimate connection to the local culture in every bite.
The experience, in brief
- We have the key to the cellar's vintage room!
- Discover Real Companhia Velha and taste 4 port wines inside the world’s oldest working cellar.
- Get personalized insights into Portuguese culture from your knowledgeable local guide.
- Explore hidden gems and authentic restaurants away from the usual tourist spots.
- Sample beloved Portuguese dishes such as codfish fritters and tomato rice.
- Enjoy a Francesinha sandwiches and other local favorites with perfectly paired wines and beer.
Your day, step by step
Vila Nova de Gaia
Sightseeing.
Vila Nova de Gaia
Food Tasting.
Vila Nova de Gaia
Wine Tasting.
Vila Nova de Gaia
Local Flavor.
What to know before booking
Included
- Local English-speaking guide - ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Not Included
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide - Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Extra drinks
What to Bring
- Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable. - Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work. - Come hungry. You’ll be tasting lots of food!
Restrictions
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Please note our tour involves areas with limited accessibility and not wheelchair/stroller accessible. For assistance and alternative options, please contact us. Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited.
Meeting & Pickup
Jardim do Morro, Jardim do Morro, 4430-210 Vila Nova de Gaia - https://maps.app.goo.gl/BjqcjfBTQb6m7GGZ8 Your guide will be waiting for you on top of the hill, in the center of Jardim do Morro, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag! Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time. You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
What travelers are saying
We had a wonderful day with Goncal. He was so knowledgeable about wines and especially port. We had a great tour and tasting at the Port maker. It is very interesting how they make it and the differences between tawny and ruby are interesting to know about. We loved this tour and highly recommend it for your visit to Porto!