Port Wine Cellar
Taste the best of Porto on our delectable private food and wine tour with a local guide, including classic Portuguese dishes and a visit to a Port wine cave.
Portugal’s second city offers many treasures, and its food and wine scene is certainly one of them. Porto’s rich culinary culture draws in visitors from far and wide in search of emblematic dishes like the indulgent Francesinha sandwich and libations including the world-renowned Port wine. Our private food tour offers a wonderful way for foodie travellers to explore the ins and outs of Porto’s particular gastronomy while wandering the charming streets of Vila Nova de Gaia with your expert guide.
On your half-day private food tour, you will:
Uncover Porto’s captivating culinary culture on this private half-day food tour that blends history, flavour and tradition in the company of a knowledgeable local guide. After making your way to the meeting point and getting acquainted with your guide, you'll begin your walk into the heart of Vila Nova de Gaia, the birthplace of Port wine and a city with its own distinct character and charm. Your introduction to Porto’s flavours starts simply but memorably, with an enticing cup of Portuguese coffee paired with a beloved pastry from the region surrounding the city. From there, you’ll dive into the history of the city’s most famous export with a visit to the oldest Port wine cellar in the world. Inside its atmospheric halls, you’ll learn how this remarkable fortified wine, grown exclusively from grapes from the nearby Douro Valley, became one of Portugal’s greatest ambassadors, before tasting a selection of Ports that showcase its extraordinary range and complexity.
The journey continues back on the streets of Vila Nova de Gaia, where you'll find the food is both hearty and inventive, and the views of Porto across the river are spectacular. You’ll have the chance to sink your teeth into a Francesinha, the legendary sandwich layered with meats, cheese, and rich sauce, a true reflection of Porto’s bold and multifaceted cuisine. Along the way, your guide will lead you to handpicked local spots where you may sample other regional favourites: depending on when your tour takes place, you could enjoy smoky alheira sausage, crisp sardine croquettes, a comforting Portuguese soup, or perhaps a refreshing black-eyed pea salad. Each tasting is thoughtfully paired with beer or wine, giving you an authentic feel for the region's fantastic food culture.
With its mix of world-famous flavours and lesser-known dishes, this intimate private experience is more than just a food tour; it’s a window into Porto’s soul. By the end, you’ll have tasted the essence of the North of Portugal and gained insights into the traditions that continue to shape its gastronomy today.
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