With a focus on Portuguese wine and food, this journey will awaken your senses and immerse you in authenticity and tradition. Moreover, our local partners will graciously assist in creating unique experiences of the beautiful countryside and towns of the Douro region.
Guests will be hosted for 7 nights at our incredible estate overlooking the Douro river. Boasting luxury, memorable views, and locally sourced culinary experiences, unpack only once, settle down and relax with us while enjoying daily meals, wine tastings, and cocktails on the house!
On arrival, you are privately transferred from the Porto airport to what will be your home for 7 nights. On arrival, a bubbly awaits after which you are introduced to your quarters. Meet your hosts, settle down by the pool or walk the property's vineyards before we regroup for a sunset drink. Drinks will be followed by a farm-to-table dinner, prepared by Chef Fonzo in collaboration with one of our favorite local Chefs, Filipa. Of course, it is paired with some of the finest regional wines.
After a morning at leisure, we make our way to a local farm where we enjoy a cooking class and lunch. On our way back to the property, the Wine Fairy introduces us to one of our favorite local estates for a private visit and port tasting. After some time to freshen up, we make our way to the Six Senses Douro, where we take place in a wine tasting before joining their Chef for a very personal journey of food and wine. Our tasting dinner is prepared by our host and concluded with some of their best port, of course.
This morning, we make our way to spend some time in Guimarães, often referred to as the birthplace of Portugal. This historical center within the Guimarães city walls, is associated with the formation and identity of Portugal and was classified as a World Heritage site based on the originality and authenticity applied to its restoration. Graceful iron verandas, granite balconies and porticos, mansions, and bold, arches connecting the narrow streets are just some of the things you'll admire. Tonight, dinner is served at the property and paired with more of the region's incredible wines.
Full steam ahead as we have another busy day of food and wine awaiting. After driving through the winding, valley roads, and admiring some of the most incredible views along the way, we stop at our first winery. We then enjoy lunch at Cozinha (Kitchen) da Clara at Quinta de La Rosa. Lunch is followed by port tasting at a local wine estate after which we set out for a private boat trip on the Douro river. Our river cruise is the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind and provides a spectacular view of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, dinner is served at the property and paired with wines from today's best estates.
After breakfast, we depart for Porto. Built on a steep riverbank, a jumble of colorful medieval houses hug the calm waters of the Douro River where wooden boats bob on the surface and people spill out of its cafes and bars (more often than not with a glass of the wine that gave the city its name). This morning, we enjoy a private guided tour of the city’s main sites. Our morning tour is followed by a petiscos tasting lunch, made up of lots of tasty dishes that showcase the country's rich culinary heritage. Enjoy more of Porto this afternoon, with some additional sightseeing and shopping. Dinner will be served at the property, and paired with local wines.
After a morning at leisure, and an optional visit to local markets with Chef Fonzo, join our cooking class at the property. Chef Fonzo will work on creating what will be a traditional and typical Portuguese lunch, prepared with locally sourced ingredients. This afternoon, the Wine Fairy takes us to another one of her favorite local wineries where you join the winemaker in tasting some of their best vintages. Dinner is at the property, paired with local wines.
Today, we have a full day of fun planned ahead. Driven around the steep hills and roads of Douro in a Vintage car, you will experience the area from a different perspective while enjoying more of the local wines and ports from two of our favorite estates. Lunch will be served at one of the estates, and the day will end at the property where our farewell dinner will be prepared by Chef Fonzo, joined by Chef Filipa.
Extend your stay in or beyond Portugal, or journey home. Either way, we will arrange a private airport transfer to Porto. Head over to Lisbon for a few days of discovery, soak some sun in the Azores islands or Madeira, or simply head over to neighboring Spain or Morocco. Our team of travel experts would be delighted to assist with your extension, wherever it may take you.
From its position on a high plateau, this luxury villa to rent benefits from outstanding views over the Douro River. Built in the XVII century, the villa retains its original charm and character, while adding modern comforts.
The Quinta is surrounded by beautiful gardens and terraces, and there is also a swimming pool (6 x 12m, with Roman steps) in a stunning position, taking full advantage of the magnificent views over the vineyards and the river. Other activities here include a gym, converted from the old “lagares” (stone troughs in which grapes were trodden), and there is also a padel...
Our day-to-day itinerary may, from time to time and prior to departure, need to be altered or slightly modified to address possible unforeseen logistical and weather challenges. In such rare instances, Art In Voyage guarantees delivery of the content of the itinerary yet, in a different order.
All listed retreats (hotels, villas, and barges) are, at times, subject to changes. In such rare instances, similar or higher standards will be upheld.
In case of a cancelation at more than 90 days prior to departure, your deposit will be returned minus a $250 per person administrative fee.
Find a replacement at least 30 days prior to departure and your journey will be fully refunded, minus a $250 per person administrative fee.
