Dão Wine Region: Uncover Portugal's Secret Vineyards with Bordeaux Charm
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Viseu
Uncover Portugal's best kept secret vineyards in the Dão Wine Region. Experience the Bordeaux charm with castles, manor houses, and stunning wines. Discover the traditional and modern takes on Dão Wines and indulge in delicious local cuisine.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Viseu - Dão wine region, vines, wine, food, scenic
What's Included
  • Local and Professional Guides
  • Bottled Water, Tea, and Coffee
  • Wine Tasting Experience
  • Optional Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
  • Inclusive of Alcoholic Beverages
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

The Dão Wine Region is an undiscovered gem of Portugal. It’s scattered with manors and castles, exuding a vibe like Bordeaux. This region, often compared to Saint Emilion of Portugal, is impeccable. Acres of vineyards, coupled with two mountain ranges, including Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in mainland Portugal, add a romantic touch. 

This region has been producing delightful wines since 1788, making it a home for veteran wine producers.

It is the birthplace of Touriga Nacional (a red grape) and Encruzado (a white grape).

Despite being overlooked till the 1980s, it has undergone a revival since then. Now it boasts of traditional and contemporary versions of Dão Wines.

The region’s cuisine is just as tantalizing, with a wide selection of stews, substantial meats, and naturally, bacalhau and octopus.

Unveil the magic of this distinctive region in Europe.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Viseu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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T532mlantonior
Oct 31, 2019
Simply amazing - Dão tour Dão wine region was a total mistery to us. Maria is very passionate about this region, as it was there that she began her wine passion. The tour was incredible...we began with a traditional small producer, very boutique that made the most amazing wines...a family owned project that is well worth the visit. After a wine tasting we headed to lunch at Maria's favourite restaurant in the region, where she ate several times. The meal was COLOSSAL...great local food, and great wines. Be adventurous and you will never see food the sane way. After the meal, we headed for the second producer, modern take on the Dão and I was blown away by the massive building. A tasting of wines was included. The Dao region is stunning, endless fields of vines. A joy... highly recommend this tour.
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Linfran2013
Sep 3, 2019
The Dao Wine Region is a Big Wow - August was my first visit to Portugal. During our time in Porto we knew we wanted a day trip to the Douro Valley, but knew nothing of the Dao. Having visited Bordeaux twice, the subtitle of this tour caught my eye. My friend and I have visited wine regions in many parts of the world. Don't expect to see chateaus like France, but do expect good wine at a very reasonable price. Maria is a gem. She knows the wine industry well and on the drive to our first stop filled us in on the primary grape varieties we would encounter and answered so many more questions about Portuguese wine in general. We enjoyed our tastings at two diverse vineyards as well as a stellar lunch. Whenever I return to Portugal I know do more tours with Maria. Please note that she limits her tours to a maximum of four people. We bought this as small group and were pleasantly surprised to learn it was just us.
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