Wine Tours

Portugal Signature Wine Journey: A Bespoke Exploration of Alentejo and the Douro Valley

02.05.2025

Step into a world where the rhythm of life slows to match the gentle pace of the Douro River. The Portugal Signature Wine Journey is a handcrafted experience designed for travelers who appreciate authenticity, comfort, and the subtle beauty of discovery. Created by Luxury Tours Portugal, this private tour invites you to explore the soul of Portugal through its most treasured regions—Porto and the Douro Valley—where centuries-old winemaking traditions meet refined hospitality.

Experience a bespoke escape through Portugal’s finest wine regions, curated for those who seek the exceptional.

From the moment you step off the plane in Lisbon, your journey through Portugal transforms into something far beyond a typical vacation. This is not just travel—this is a celebration of refinement, flavor, and culture in its most elegant form.

Our Exclusive Luxury Wine & Gastronomy Tour of Portugal is a curated experience designed for discerning travelers who appreciate the art of fine living. From private flights to Michelin-starred meals, vineyard tastings, and serene hot air balloon rides over UNESCO Biosphere Reserves—every detail is tailored with intention.

Begin in Alentejo: Sophistication in Every Sip

Your journey begins in Alentejo, a sun-drenched region where vineyards roll over golden hills and tradition meets innovation. At Quinta do Paral, an award-winning wine estate, you’ll be welcomed with a signature cocktail before settling into your private suite.

Enjoy horseback rides through ancient olive groves, hands-on cooking workshops with renowned chefs, and intimate tastings of the estate’s finest vintages. By evening, enjoy 6-course dinners under the stars, where every dish is paired with local wines and served in breathtaking settings.

One morning, rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime private hot air balloon flight above the untouched beauty of Castro Verde. As the dawn light breaks over wheat fields and cork forests, you’ll sip sparkling wine mid-air—a memory that will linger for years.

The Douro Valley: A Journey of Timeless Elegance and Immersive Luxury

After a scenic private flight, you’ll land in the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest demarcated wine regions. Check into Torel Quinta da Vacaria, a luxury boutique hotel with panoramic river views and a spa that weaves nature into every treatment.

Cruise the Douro River aboard a vintage mahogany yacht, enjoy a chef-prepared gourmet lunch on board, and visit legendary estates like Quinta do Vesúvio and Quinta Nova. Participate in exclusive wine blending workshops and dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, where farm-to-table cuisine meets world-class wine pairings.

A Farewell in Style

As your bespoke journey comes to an end, return to Lisbon via private plane with your heart full and palate refined. Every step, every flavor, and every view along the way was designed not just to impress, but to move you.