Ladies Vintage Tour into the world of wine - luxury & pleasure in the Alto Douro
Your vintage tour into the world of wine in the Alto Douro
This exclusive Vintage Tour for ladies takes you from the lively city of Porto along picturesque roads to the breathtaking Alto Douro, the oldest wine-growing region in the world. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this region combines centuries-old wine culture with spectacular nature and offers you a travel experience full of elegance, pleasure and relaxation.
The very first journey along the south bank of the Douro River opens up breathtaking views of the iconic vineyards that gently stretch across the hilly landscape. Your journey takes you to one of the region's most exquisite wineries, the Quinta Nova da Nossa Senhora do Carmo, where you can relax in the midst of the vineyards after an eventful day. Here you will experience the essence of Portuguese wine culture, enjoy exclusive tastings and be enchanted by the tranquil beauty of the landscape.
But this classic car tour offers more than just great wines: you will immerse yourself in history - from the world-famous prehistoric rock engravings in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, which bear witness to a culture that is thousands of years old, to the elegant Mateus wine castle, which fascinates with its magnificent architecture and picturesque gardens.
Enjoyment and style take centre stage on this trip. Whether you sample fine wines at a wine tasting, discover the traditional cuisine of the Alto Douro in carefully selected restaurants or simply drive through the impressive landscape - every moment is an invitation to savour life with all your senses.
The highlights of your tour
The highlights of your tour
- Experience wine culture - explore the legendary Alto Douro and immerse yourself in the history of the oldest wine-growing region in the world.
- Luxurious accommodation - you will stay at the exquisite Quinta Nova da Nossa Senhora do Carmo wine estate, where you will feel the soul of the Portuguese wine tradition.
- Breathtaking landscapes - The journey along the Douro River will delight you with its gentle vineyards, dramatic rock formations and picturesque villages.
- Cultural treasures - you will visit the famous prehistoric rock engravings of Vila Nova de Foz Côa and the magnificent Mateus wine castle.
- Culinary delights - Experience Portuguese hospitality and the exquisite cuisine of this traditional region in stylish restaurants.
- Unforgettable driving moments - your classic car tour takes you on carefully selected roads through one of the most impressive river valleys in Europe.
- This trip is a tribute to pleasure, elegance and unforgettable experiences. Let yourself be seduced by the magic of the Alto Douro and experience an adventure full of style, culture and joie de vivre!
Your road trip
After your arrival in Porto, we start with a detailed introduction to the operation of our perfectly maintained MGAs. This is followed by a guided tour to Vila Nova de Gaia, the town on the southern bank of the Douro River, where the famous port wine cellars are located. A joint visit to a winery rounds off the afternoon. The day ends with dinner together in the unique dining room of the Palacio do Freixo, an impressive 18th century building.
We cycle together along the southern bank of the river to Porto Antigo. Here we have lunch with a view of the Douro. At this point, you can see the vast expanse of the river, which resembles a lake in Porto Antigo. We cross the river and drive through the wine-growing region to the famous Quinta Nova da Nossa Senhora do Carmo winery. Here we are introduced to the long history of winegrowing on the Douro during a wine tasting - always with a view of the river lying in the valley. We end the day with dinner together in the exclusive restaurant of the Quinta Nova.
We set off in the morning in the direction of Vila Nova do Foz Côa to visit the unique rock paintings from the Palaeolithic period. The route to Foz Côa takes us along the south bank through the wine-growing region of the Alto Douro. With its countless twists and turns and the deeply incised valley, the Douro becomes our constant companion on this stage. After visiting the rock paintings, we stop for refreshments in Barca D'Alva and cross the Douro to cycle back to Pinhão on its north side. Here, too, the winding road takes us through the wine-growing region - always with a view of the Douro.
Today we leave the Douro Valley to visit the Mateus winery, which is known for its rosé wines, among other things. We then continue our journey to Amarante. The town is known as the centre of Douro winegrowing. Here we have lunch together before heading back to our accommodation and enjoying the last evening of our trip with a picturesque view of the Douro.
We drive back to Porto along the north bank of the Douro and take the opportunity to take one last look at the picturesque river valley from one of the most beautiful vantage points. After lunch together, we arrive in Porto. Here you have the option of using the airport transfer or spending another night at the Palacio do Freixo (can be booked individually).
Services
Your Vintage Tour includes the following services
These services are not included
- Travelling to Porto
- Overnight stay in a single room (can be booked individually)
- Dinner and overnight stay in the Palacio do Freixo on the last day (can be booked individually)
Available dates
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Guaranteed Available PackagesMondayMay 11, 2026FridayMay 15, 2026€3.35010Available
FAQs
At Quinta Nova, you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture of winegrowing in the Douro Valley. A visit to the museum there and a guided tour of the winery tell of the centuries-old history of viticulture in the Alto Douro. The Mateus winery can also look back on a long tradition of winegrowing. During your vintage tour through the Douro Valley, you will experience how the entire region is characterised by the culture of viticulture.
During this vintage tour through the Douro Valley, you will be staying at the Quinta Nova da Nossa Senhora do Carmo, one of the most prestigious wine estates in the Alto Douro. The Quinta Nova, which has been producing wine since its foundation in 1756, offers an exclusive ambience for its overnight guests, not least due to its privileged location and the unique view of the Douro Valley.
This tour is characterised by the wonderful landscape of the Douro Valley and the Alto Douro wine-growing region. On carefully selected routes, you will discover partly deserted and majestic landscapes. This promises pure driving pleasure paired with unique impressions.
We have planned your vintage tour so that, in addition to driving our classic cars, you also have enough time to enjoy the landscape and culture. On your Douro tour, you will cover around 150 kilometres each day in your vintage car. We have planned sufficient breaks between the individual stages.
In Vila Nova de Foz Côa, we find evidence of people who migrated to the Iberian Peninsula from Eastern Europe, Africa and Asia many thousands of years ago and became the inhabitants of this region. Here, in the endless hills and valleys, they made their home and left their mark with images of bulls carved in stone. These Palaeolithic petroglyphs are unique in the world.
The winding tour, which is full of scenic surprises, requires a high level of concentration from the drivers as well as a little driving skill. Nevertheless, the tour is also very suitable for less experienced drivers who enjoy classic cars and appreciate the sporty character of our MGAs.
You will receive a road book at the start of the tour, in which the routes are described in detail. This gives you the opportunity to set your own pace on the sections of your vintage tour and linger where you particularly like it.
After your arrival at the hotel, you will receive a comprehensive introduction to our MGAs and also have the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the car on a short test drive and get ready for your vintage tour.
We take care of the transport of your luggage between the individual stages - so you can cover the day's stages with a small amount of hand luggage.
Our MGAs offer weather protection - so we will try to organise the tours as planned even in bad weather - because the tour is worth it!
Our MGAs are more than 60 years old and require a careful hand - this is our express wish for you!
The group size is a maximum of 10 participants. This allows us to respond much better to your individual needs and gives you the opportunity to exchange ideas with your fellow travellers - if you like.
The total distance of this road trip through the Alto Douro is around 800 kilometres.
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