"The ticket cost seemed too high for the service received. Delayed buses, overcrowding, and limited flexibility made the tour disappointing compared to other transportation options."
Douro Harvest Experience in Quinta da Avessada
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Overview
Embark on a unique journey to honor the Douro harvest at Quinta da Avessada, in the heart of the breathtaking Douro Valley.This one-of-a-kind experience invites you to take part in centuries-old traditions — from cutting the grapes in the vineyard to transporting them and treading them by foot, just as it has been done for generations. Immerse yourself in the authentic rhythm of the harvest season, where the aroma of fresh grapes fills the air and the sound of traditional music sets the atmosphere.Savor the taste of regional wines and enjoy a typical lunch rich in local flavors, all accompanied by captivating stories that celebrate the culture, heritage, and spirit of the Douro.A truly immersive celebration of wine, tradition, and community.
About the activity
Free Cancellation
Mobile Voucher
Family Friendly
Instant Confirmation
Live Guide
English
French
Spanish
Portuguese
Highlights
- Guided visit to the Enoteca’s gardens with a wine tasting
- Complete Douro Harvest Experience, immersing you in centuries-old traditions
- Traditional lunch featuring regional specialties, accompanied by Douro wine
- Authentic grape treading to the sound of traditional music
Itinerary
Departing from Porto, embark on an authentic wine experience in the heart of the Douro Valley at the historic Quinta da Avessada.
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed before beginning your journey in the Enoteca gardens, where a glass of white Moscatel is served to the sound of traditional accordion music. Surrounded by vineyards, the experience continues with grape harvesting in the fields, accompanied by the rhythms of Douro folk music, followed by transport to the traditional wine press.
A regional Douro lunch follows, prepared in classic iron pots and rooted in generations of culinary tradition — a true celebration of local gastronomy and hospitality. After lunch, return to the wine press to take part in the age-old ritual of grape stomping, embracing one of the Douro’s most cherished winemaking customs.
The visit continues in the Enoteca space, where an honorary Moscatel is served while you discover the full vinification process behind Moscatel and Port wines. Located on the Favaios plateau at 600 meters above sea level, Quinta da Avessada sits at the highest and flattest point of the Douro Demarcated Region. Spanning 1,000 hectares — 90% planted with the Moscatel Galego grape — the estate is the birthplace of the renowned Moscatel de Favaios.
Built with native wood and shale, the estate blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape, where vineyards stretch toward the horizon and merge with distant mountains. With over 160 years of history, Quinta da Avessada preserves the legacy of pioneers who shaped the Douro wine tradition, including Marquês de Pombal, Antónia Adelaide Ferreira and Joseph James Forrester.
This immersive experience combines history, tradition, music, gastronomy and exceptional wines — an unforgettable journey into the soul of the Douro before returning to Porto.
What's Included
What's Included
- Transport from Porto to Quinta da Avessada (and back)
- Guided tour to Enoteca's gardens with wine tasting
- Complete Douro Harvest Experience
- Typical Lunch with regional wine
- Grape treading with tradicional music
- Tour guided in portuguese, english, spanish and french
Schedule
- Tour Time: 08:15am
- Tour Ends: 05:00pm
- Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes
- Meeting/ End Point: Largo da Igreja da Lapa
Redemption Info
- Meeting/ End Point: Largo da Igreja da Lapa
- You are required to present your vouchers (either Mobile or Printed).
- It is advisable to arrive at least 15-20 minutes before the scheduled departure time of the tour.
- The ticket remains valid for the travel date you select.
Know Before You Go
Tour Validity:
- Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the specific date that you selected during the booking process.
Important Info:
- Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.
- Children who are 12 years of age or younger and measure less than 135cm in height must be secured using an approved restraint system that is suitable for their size and weight (which may include seats with or without back support). For children up to 3 years old, the responsibility for the solution lies with the customer.
- For children aged 4 to 12 years: please reach out to us at 00351967 659 257 (10:00 – 19:00), so that we can provide the most appropriate solution for your situation.
- Due to the characteristics of the product, it is not recommended for children
- What does lunch include?: Entries: Cod "Pataniscas", Assorted Sausages, Favaios Wheat (specialty) | Dish: Lavrador soup with beans and vegetables | Main course: Loaf of veal braised in red wine, with roasted potatoes and boiled cabbage | Dessert: Regional sweets and seasonal fruits | Coffee and brandy | Water and Wines (white and red) included
Cancellation Policy
- To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the activity/tour start time.
- If you cancel your booking less than 48 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
- Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 48 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
- You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.
Disclaimer
- The tour operator/ service provider reserves the right to alter, close, or cancel shows, attractions, entertainments, restaurants, shops, or ancillary facilities without prior notice due to city events or force majeure.
- All tours can be modified or cancelled without further notice.
- The itinerary can be changed without prior notice.
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Customer Reviews
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