Dão, Douro & Porto

The Wines of Northern Portugal Tour

Overview

Northern Portugal is wine country.

A food and wine trip that immerses you in the great cities of Lisbon and Porto, and in the heart of the Dão and Douro River wine regions of Portugal. The Dão wine region is little known but coming onto the radar due to young innovative winemakers using native grapes, in many cases from old vines. One thing we love about the region is that you feel like you’re in on a secret, early. Then it’s on to the Douro Valley whose stunning visitas and historic quintas–family wineries–bring visitors from across the globe. You’ll see why, once you see the Douro River views from your quinta hotel. In the Douro and in Porto you will taste Porto’s namesake wine–port–at wineries and in historic port lodges. Fantastic food throughout and boutique and luxury hotels on this private trip.

Porto → Dão → Douro → Porto

☾ 7 Nights

PORTUGAL

Portugal is a nation shaped by the Atlantic. The beaches of the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto’s proximity to the sea and history of trade, wine regions from Setúbal to Vinho Verde, the sea is there. Perhaps the openness of a seafaring nation is what makes Portugal such a great place to visit. Traditions are alive here, and people will be happy to show them to you with pride. The rarified exists as well, but even there chefs are never too busy to talk and winemakers will invite you to eat with the family. Snobbishness is a rarity; the opposite is much more common. Maybe that’s why it’s taken so long for the rest of the world to discover Portugal: they were too humble to tell everyone what amazing treasures they had. Lisbon is a true jewel, with its hills overlooking a sea of red roofs bathed by Atlantic freshness. Porto feels frozen in time, until you see the amazing new hotels, restaurants, and port lodges. And the wine, where to start? If you want to taste some of the best-kept secrets in Europe made from grapes you can neither place nor pronounce, there’s no better place. 

DÃO WINE REGION

Dão is perhaps Portugal’s most exciting wine region at the moment. Surrounded by mountains on three sides and featuring granite soils, this region of northern Portugal has a long history of producing fine red wines. Its potential is only now being realized, as local producers and outside stars experiment with a range of excellent indigenous grapes and a geography of rivers and forests that creates immense variation from one vineyard to another. Red wines blending Portuguese star grape Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, Jaen (Mencía in Spain) and Tinta Roriz (Spain’s Tempranillo) are among the best in Portugal, subtle and aromatic but with great aging potential. The Dão is also home to Encruzado, a white grape quickly gaining fame for its ability to produce deep, complex aged whites when matured in oak. Dão may finally be claiming its position as Portugal’s premier region for unfortified wine production.

THE DOURO RIVER VALLEY

The Douro is easily the most dramatic wine region in the world. And stunningly beautiful. The riverbanks, covered in near-vertical sloping vineyards that look impossible, rise thousands of feet above the Douro River. Whitewashed quintas–winery manor houses– punctuate the hilltops, offering incredible views across the valley. The roads wind their way through the hills, making even short journeys scenic and painfully slow. The Douro is where Port comes from, and Port is perhaps the greatest sweet wine ever produced. It’s also the source of Douro wines, dry wines which 30 years on have staked a claim among the most respected wines in Portugal. It’s a seemingly impossible place to grow grapes and make wine, but today, as in centuries past, the quality of the Douro terroir seems to justify the effort.

PORT & DOURO WINES

The Douro is the source for Portugal’s two most important wines. The first and by far the most storied is Port, the sweet wine that has been made from Douro grapes and aged in Porto for centuries. British wine shippers popularized the wine and named it with a shortened version of the name of the city of Porto. Today, Port remains atop the world of sweet wine, particularly vintage and tawny Ports. Vintage Port is a powerful, sweet fortified red wine that is built to age for decades in bottle before being consumed, while tawny does its aging in large barrels in the cavernous cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia and develops into a golden elixir with the years. Quality examples of both types are some of the best wines in the world and will dispel any preconceptions one might harbor about sweet wines.

Douro wines are a different beast entirely. In the 1990s, a group of producers known as the Douro Boys brought dry wines from the Douro Valley to global attention with their unique and complex bottlings. The same exceptional vineyards that produced the grapes for the best vintage Ports turned out to be exceptional for making powerful red wines that were unlike any other in the world. In the last three decades, Douro reds have become the most interesting and appreciated Portuguese wines on the market. The extreme slopes, varied soils and harsh climate of this valley combine with a wealth of local grape varieties to produce wines that range from fruity and delicious to intense and enormous. Even the whites from the region are becoming better and more diverse every year.

There’s something for everyone in the Douro, an essential stop for every wine traveler.

PORTO

Port country is two places in one connected by the Douro River itself. The city of Porto lies where the river empties into the Atlantic. Built up the steep river banks, Portugal’s second city has a sleepy, forgotten enchantment to it that helps explain its recent renaissance. 

New luxury hotels have sprung up in restored old buildings. The restaurant scene, never as dynamic as Lisbon’s, is looking formidable now. Central Porto is relaxed even in spite of the recent influx of visitors; it’s remarkably easy to lose track of time here. 

When you emerge from the winding streets that lead from the river up to “downtown” Porto you can see across to Vila Nova de Gaia, ground zero for port wine. The most famous sweet wine in the world has been aged in this town for hundreds of years. The British were the shippers, lending their names to the signs that light up the night sky and the bottles that line shop windows: Sandeman, Warre’s, Taylor’s, Graham’s, whose storehouses are filled with barrels black from  decades aging port. Yet if you head out of Porto looking for the vineyards, you’ll have to go way up-river before finding them, to the Douro Valley.

Dão, Douro & Porto

The Wines of Northern Portugal Tour

DAY 1

INTO THE DÃO

Head into the Dão, a region home to pure Portuguese culture and fine wine. Get to know Dão’s whites and reds with a visit to Caminhos Cruzados. Then it’s fine dining for lunch at Mesa de Lemos, a local-obsessed restaurant that holds Dão’s only Michelin star. After lunch, enjoy Hotel Valverde Santar’s countryside charms before dinner at the hotel’s restaurant.

  • Private transfer from Porto to the Dão wine region

  • Caminhos Cruzados winery visit

  • Lunch at Mesa de Lemos (1 Michelin star)

  • Dinner at Hotel Valverde Santar

  • Overnight Dão

Caminhos Cruzados Winery Visit

Caminhos Cruzados is one of the stars of the new generation of wineries that has helped bring attention to the Dão in the last few decades. The local Santos family decided to invest in winemaking in their region, buying quality vineyards and building a gleaming modern winery to craft their blends. Today, they have one of the strongest lineups of top-quality Dão wines. The local red grape, Touriga Nacional, and the white, Encruzado, form the basis of a line of complex wines that have proven themselves to be versatile and age-worthy.

Lunch at Mesa de Lemos (1 Michelin star)

One of the latest additions to Portugal’s Michelin-star lineup, Mesa de Lemos is built atop the excellent Dão winery Quinta de Lemos. The modern building offers views over the surrounding vineyards and benefits from marvelous attention to detail in its design. Chef Diogo Rocha is a local and an advocate for local and regional products in his cuisine. You’ll find fruits, vegetables, olive oil, and other  products from the estate in dishes on the menu. You’ll have the chance to pair your tasting menu with wines from Quinta de Lemos, or other Dão wines, which will make for a great introduction to the wines of the Dão. Mesa de Lemos is Portugal’s newest destination restaurant, a world away from the bustle of the city.

Dinner at Hotel Valverde Santar

Memórias, Hotel Valverde Santar’s elegant restaurant, serves creative dishes using the best products of central Portugal. Chef Luis Almeida is a star in the area and has helped develop the cuisine of Dão to its current heights. Many of the products used here come from the property’s garden. Opt for a tasting menu or order à la carte for a relaxing dinner. The wine list is superlative, full of small producers from the surrounding Dão wine region and great bottles from across Portugal.

DAY 2

DÃO & DOURO WINE COUNTRY

On your way to the Douro Valley, stop at Taboadella for a tour of this special estate and a tasting of new-generation fine Dão wines. On arrival in the Douro Valley, take in the scenery during an elegant lunch on Quinta de São Luiz’s restaurant terrace. Stop at riverside boutique winery Quinta do Tedo for a tour before unwinding at your quinta hotel.

  • Taboadella winery visit

  • Transfer to the Douro wine region

  • Lunch at Quinta de São Luiz

  • Quinta do Tedo winery visit

  • Overnight Douro Valley

Taboadella Winery Visit

Taboadella is Douro star Quinta Nova’s new project in the Dão, an enormous injection of energy into this exciting region. Taboadella is a historic estate dating back to the 1200s that features Roman and medieval ruins on the property, but the winery is a shining modern architectural marvel that fits into the landscape while offering a space to make excellent wines. Taboadella’s line of wines is extensive, featuring single varietals of the Dão’s most important grapes that offer a great way to understand the region and red and white Grande Villae that aim to capture the soul of the property’s history from estate vineyards and old vines. Taboadella is one to watch in the Dão with just a few vintages released. In addition to the modern winery, Taboadella features the restored historic country house for tastings along with accommodation for those wishing to rent the whole house. You’ll explore the property, learn about its long history, and discover the vineyards before tasting fine Taboadella wines.

Lunch at Quinta de São Luiz

Quinta de São Luiz lies perched above the Douro River in the region’s prime vineyard area. This estate is the winemaking center of Kopke, one of Port’s great houses with close to four centuries in the business. For São Luiz’s restaurant, they’ve brought in Chef Vitor de Oliveira, an expert on Portugal’s traditional cuisine highlighting Portuguese products. Sit down on the restaurant’s panoramic terrace and enjoy the flavors of Portugal’s countryside and ocean, from cod and octopus to hearty Portuguese meat. Don’t miss the chance to try Portuguese black pig ham and other fine charcuterie: Oliveira is a specialist in these cured meats. No meal would be complete without wine, and you can enjoy Quinta de São Luiz DOC Douro wines here as well as Kopke’s long-aged Ports. Look out for the old Tawnies and the world-famous Kopke Colheitas.

Quinta do Tedo Winery Visit

Quinta do Tedo is a boutique winery in the heart of the Douro. The owners are Vincent and Kay Bouchard, who split their time between Napa and Quinta do Tedo. Vincent comes from the family of legendary Burgundy producer Bouchard Père e Fils. Hilltop Quinta do Tedo is surrounded by exceptional Douro vineyards that provide fruit for all of the wines made here. The Douro DOC wines and Ports are both made from the traditional local grape varieties of the area. All wines and Ports are certified organic, a rarity in Douro. Learn about the project and enjoy a tasting of the estate wines while enjoying panoramic views of the Douro River Valley.

DAY 3

DOURO WINE EXPLORATION

Today you’ll dive headfirst into the best of Douro wine. Start at Wine & Soul, a small winery making Douro wines with a worldwide impact. Then, your wine expert guide will pour you premier wines while you cruise down the Douro River with vineyards all around you. Relax into a grilling-focused fine dining lunch at Bomfim 1896 paired with Symington’s top Douro wines. Stop at Quinta das Carvalhas for tasting and some of the region’s best views.

  • Wine & Soul winery visit & extended tasting

  • Private Douro River cruise with wine tasting on board

  • Lunch at Bomfim 1896

  • Quinta das Carvalhas wine tasting

  • Overnight Douro Valley

Wine & Soul Winery Visit & Premium Tasting

Wine & Soul is a leading new winery forming part the dry unfortified DOC Douro wine movement. The other wineries that have added non Port wines to their portfolio are historic Port producers. Husband and wife winemaking team Sandra and Jorge launched onto the scene with Pintas, a red wine from a tiny plot of old field blend vines in the hills above Pinhão. Pintas made waves quickly, and today it’s consistently ranked among Douro’s best reds. The couple sought out other old vines to make red and white wines, including the ethereal Guru white and Pintas Character red, before adding Jorge’s family estate at Quinta da Manoella to their portfolio. This historic winery gave them even more old vines, in particular those that make Quinta da Manoella VV, another elite Douro red. With a focus on a light winemaking touch, native grapes and old vines, Wine & Soul has made a name for itself as an essential winery in a region full of centenarian names. They’ve even begun bottling very fine Port wines. This is a vision of the cutting edge and future of Douro wine.

Private Douro River Cruise with Wine Tasting on Board

Head over to the village of Pinhão and catch the boat for a private cruise on the Douro River. You’ll cruise down the river while a local wine expert guides you through a tasting of fine Douro wines.

Lunch at Bomfim 1896

Symington’s Quinta do Bomfim winery is home to the latest opening from Portuguese star chef Pedro Lemos. The restaurant occupies one of the most privileged positions in the Douro Valley. The elegantly furnished and luminous dining room offers views of the Douro River and hillside vineyards through plate glass windows. On the menu, sensible, product-focused cuisine with Michelin star technique. The heart of the restaurant is the wood-fired oven and grill, a throwback to the traditional kitchens of the Douro Valley. Most dishes are cooked over wood, and the kitchen is open to the restaurant for the curious diner to watch the flames. The menu is short and seasonal, focused on highlighting the best Portuguese ingredients and their pure flavors–local vegetables, fish and seafood from the nearby Atlantic and the finest meat from the interior. The wine list is a plus, bringing together excellent dry wines from the Douro and other Portuguese regions with a truly world-class Port list thanks to Symington’s ownership of more than their fair share of great houses. This is a welcome addition to the Douro’s fine dining landscape.

Quinta das Carvalhas Winery Tasting

Quinta das Carvalhas is a Douro outpost of Real Companhia Velha, one of the oldest Port houses in Porto. Carvalhas has been at the center of RCV’s transformation from classic Port into the world of fine DOC Douro wines. Their vineyards have become proving grounds for a growing collection of acclaimed red and white wines. It doesn’t hurt that the quinta is in a beautiful spot, but the wines here are serious. Taste top RCV Douro wines made from indigenous grapes for a window into contemporary (and excellent) Douro. Bonus: drive up through the vineyards to a hilltop viewpoint over the Douro Valley.

DAY 4

UPPER DOURO LUXURY

Slow down today with a luxury experience at Quinta do Vesúvio, Douro’s most legendary estate. Take the scenic train to the winery’s own station in Upper Douro. A private tour of the property and lunch on the terrace with iconic Douro wines and Ports awaits. Dinner tonight will be at Castas e Pratos, just down the road from your hotel, where top Douro cuisine and wines draw diners to Régua’s former rail terminal.

  • Historic train to the Upper Douro

  • Quinta do Vesúvio winery visit & riverside lunch

  • Dinner Castas e Pratos

  • Overnight Douro Valley

Historic train to the Upper Douro

The historic Douro train line extends into the upper part of the Douro Valley, where some of the region’s most stunning landscapes and finest vineyards lie.

Quinta do Vesúvio Winery Visit & Riverside Lunch

Quinta do Vesúvio is the most iconic property in the Douro Valley, the jewel in the crown of the Symington wine empire. When the train from Porto reached the Upper Douro in the 19th century, Quinta do Vesúvio got its own train station that is still in operation today. The quinta is stunning, surrounded by sloping vineyards and gardens and overlooking the upper reaches of the Douro River. Vesúvio’s fame among Port lovers is due to its history of providing grapes for superb vintages Ports. Today, two single quinta vintages come from the grapes grown here, superb Quinta do Vesúvio and the very rareCapela do Vesúvio, made only in exceptional years. Since its integration into Symington, Quinta do Vesúvio has also become the source for some of the best DOC Douro red wines on the market. Quinta do Vesúvio red and second wine Pombal do Vesúvio are both made exclusively from grapes grown at the estate and feature large percentages of Touriga Nacional, the star grape for Douro reds. Visiting the property is a once in a lifetime experience, offering the chance to tour the dramatic vineyards, the cellars where grapes are still stomped to this day, and taste the fine wines and Ports of Vesúvio before lunch on the quinta’s terrace.

Dinner at Castas e Pratos

Castas e Pratos is a wine enjoyer’s destination in the Douro. The converted space in Peso da Régua’s old train terminal hosts this restaurant and wine bar where you can eat and drink stunningly well. Start with the wine list, and you may never finish, because Castas e Pratos has more Douro and Port wines than most could try in a lifetime. From tiny local producers as well as legendary houses come bottlings in every color and at every price. Whether you want to try a rare wine impossible to find outside Douro or the Douro’s most legendary labels, you can do it here. The food is some of the best in the area, modern yet satisfying Portuguese dishes with creative touches.

DAY 5

EXPLORING PORTO

Leave Douro behind for the urban charms of Porto. Start with a guided walking tour before a cod-focused lunch inside the city’s market. For dinner, head to cozy bistro Apego for creative Portuguese plates.

  • Private transfer from Douro to Porto

  • Porto walking tour

  • Lunch at Culto ao Bacalhau

  • Dinner at Apego

  • Overnight Porto

Porto Walking Tour

Your guide will pick you up for a tour of Porto. Visit downtown Porto, the blue and white Portuguese tile-laden São Bento train station, and the old-world streets of the city.

Lunch at Culto ao Bacalhau

Chef Rui Martins made a name for himself as one of Portugal’s most talented chefs at Porto’s O Paparico before embarking on his current passion project: Culto ao Bacalhau. This product-obsessed restaurant in an airy space in Porto’s historic Bolhão Market is dedicated to cod, Portugal’s favorite fish. Martins obsesses over each aspect of the fish, sourcing the best examples from Iceland, preparing perfect versions of classic dishes like grilled cod and creative dishes like smoked cod with capers. This is the place to try the national dish at its best, together with great service and a select wine list, in an elegant space.

Dinner at Apego

In a stone-walled little space in the center of Porto, Apego serves updated and technically refined Portuguese cuisine. It’s a cozy restaurant, with couches lining the wall and dark wood accenting against stone. You feel at home as soon as you sit down. The short menu changes with the seasons and the market. To drink, choose from a short but select wine list with a special focus on artisan Portuguese growers.

DAY 6

SEAFOOD & PORT LODGE

Today you’ll head to the Atlantic outskirts of Porto. Tour the fish market in Matosinhos, the entry point for Porto’s fish and seafood. Then, a world-class lunch overlooking the rocky coastline at Casa de Chá da Boa Nova. A tasting menu of Atlantic inspiration here is one of Portugal’s great meals. Back in Porto, have a second dessert with a tour and tasting at venerable Graham’s Port lodge.

  • Matosinhos fish market tour

  • Lunch at Casa de Chá da Boa Nova (2 Michelin stars)

  • Graham’s Port lodge visit & premium tasting

  • Overnight Porto

Matosinhos Fish Market Tour

Matosinhos is a small fishing town on the coast outside of Porto where the city’s chefs buy their fish. The Portuguese fish-canning industry once dominated here, but today only a few producers remain. Fresh fish is what Matosinhos is known for today. See the local fishermen’s catch at the Matosinhos fish market

Lunch at Casa de Chá da Boa Nova (2 Michelin Stars)

Built on the rocks overlooking the Atlantic, Casa de Chá da Boa Nova (2 Michelin stars) is one of Portugal’s most exciting restaurants and also an architectural marvel. The modern building, originally built as a tea house in 1962 by legendary Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza, offers a window to the ocean that would make it worth a visit on its own.

Chef Rui Paula, one of northern Portugal’s most important figures in the food world, has made Casa de Chá his flagship. The menu focuses squarely on the bounty of the Portuguese Atlantic, with stunning seafood and fish dishes where every detail is carefully crafted. This is a restaurant to relax into, where you’ll want to lean back after your meal and reflect. No one wants to leave, and many stay on out on the terrace watching the ocean waves bathe the rocks below the restaurant.

Graham’s Port Lodge Visit & Premium Tasting

Graham’s is one of the great old British Port producers (founded in 1829) and one of the first Port shippers to appreciate the value of the vineyards of the Douro and acquire their own Douro Valley quinta. Today, as the jewel in the crown of the Symington family’s group of properties, Graham’s remains one of the most highly regarded Port producers. Traditional to the core, Graham’s even continues to employ its own team of coopers to ensure the quality of their Port aging. A long history in the business means Graham’s has an extensive collection of long-aged Tawny Ports. The house is equally famous for their Vintage Ports, selected from the best vineyards and bottled only in the best years. Enjoy a private port tasting in their very British style “club”.

DAY 7

PORTO FINALE

Go deeper into Porto today with an insider tasting at Quinta do Monte Xisto’s Porto lodge. This family winery makes shockingly complex wines in the upper reaches of Douro. A creative relaxing lunch at Almeja will finish your exploration of Porto.

  • Quinta do Monte Xisto Douro tasting in Porto

  • Lunch at Almeja

  • Overnight Porto

Quinta do Monte Xisto Douro Tasting in Porto

In this exclusive experience, you’ll join a member of the Nicolau de Almeida family for a tasting of the extraordinary wines of Quinta do Monte Xisto. This winery, with vineyards located in the Douro Valley, is dedicated to producing fine Douro wines from their own vineyards. Today, Monte Xisto’s wines are among the most sought-after in the Douro Valley. It’s the family winery of João Nicolau de Almeida, the winemaker who helped shape the modern Douro with his studies of native grape varieties while he was the winemaker at Ramos Pinto. At the Monte Xisto lodge in Vila Nova de Gaia across the river from downtown Porto, you’ll be able to taste through the winery’s Douro wines and perhaps a Port or two in an intimate, private environment.

Lunch at Almeja

This cozy restaurant in the heart of Porto is a place to taste creative Portuguese cuisine from one of the Porto’s talented chefs. João Cura worked in some of Spain’s best kitchens before returning to his native Portugal. At Almeja, he’s applying the techniques of modern fine dining to local, seasonal ingredients. You can order à la carte or opt for the incredible tasting menu here, but either way you’re sure to enjoy beautifully presented and fanciful dishes that highlight regional produce, meat, and the best of the nearby Atlantic. This is a restaurant that’s on the radar of Portugal’s food-savvy.

DAY 8

DEPARTURE

  • Private transfer to the Porto airport for departure

HOTELS

Dão - 1 night

Hotel Valverde Santar - This luxury countryside getaway sits in the heart of the Dão wine region. The hotel was a home of the Portuguese royal family, and the common areas still exude old-world charm. The hotel’s gardens are extensive, perfect for a stroll or a drink by the pool. The rooms have been tastefully updated to luxury standards, retaining historic charm. The on-site restaurant and spa make for a relaxing stay.

Douro - 3 nights

Torel Quinta da Vacaria - Quinta da Vacaria is a true luxury property in the heart of the Douro. The elegantly designed hotel fits in with the landscape and offers stunning views of the Douro hills. The rooms, with their own views and terraces, are furnished with exquisite taste and luxurious materials.

In a region of hilly winding roads, dining in offers a welcome respite from the curves, and Quinta da Vacaria offers three on-site options. 16 Legoas serves updated regional dishes in a relaxed environment, the panoramic bar offers stunning views, and superstar chef Vitor Matos’s fine dining Shistó will be the Douro’s most exciting opening of the year.

The hotel is surrounded by vineyards, said to be some of the oldest in the Douro, producing fine Douro and Port wines that you can enjoy during your stay. Don’t miss the vinotherapy spa, where you can unwind in the heated indoor pool, sauna and hammam.

Porto - 3 nights

Palacete Severo - This converted palace is an oasis in Porto. From the garden to the glass-ceilinged dining room, the public areas are elegant and subtly decorated. Art from the owner’s Paris gallery is on display throughout the hotel. The rooms combine the beauty of the original building with tasteful luxury. The restaurant, bar and spa mean you can stay put for the night.

Trip Includes

  • 7 nights hotel, double occupancy

  • breakfast daily in the hotels

  • expert private guides

  • private tours and tastings at wineries

  • concierge custom-selected wines to taste at each winery

  • lunches with wine

  • restaurant reservations and recommendations

  • private transfers to Bairrada, Dão, the Douro and Porto

  • private transport for all wine tours

  • full trip planning

  • in-country trip assistance and on-the-ground support

  • Epicurean Ways expertise

Not Included

  • flights to/from Portugal

  • tips to guides and drivers (optional but appreciated)

  • travel insurance (recommended)

  • extra charges in hotels (minibar, room service, etc)

A note on winery visits, restaurant selections and hotels

All tours, experiences and hotels are subject to availability and will be confirmed upon booking the trip.

You will be accompanied by a driver-guide during your wine touring. Your visits and tastings will be private and with the winemaker, a family member or an expert who knows the winery and the wines well. We work with the wineries to make sure that you taste the best and most representative wines during each visit. It is sometimes possible to arrange extended tastings that include old vintages or rare wines. We have an extensive group of wineries whose owners we know and with whom we work regularly, so we can guarantee high-level visits even if a winery has to be substituted. If you have an interest in visiting a particular producer please let us know.

We include restaurant concierge service as part of your trip. Note that our restaurant suggestions are just that–suggestions. Places we love, places to go back to time after time. We recommend these places after years of experience eating in Spain and Portugal together with frequent research and input from our local partners. We aspire to guide your choices with information on the styles of cuisine and restaurants; the choice on where to eat is yours based on your preferences and desires.

We have extensive experience with hotels ranging from 5-star luxury properties to private boutique hotels. Let us know your preferences and we will tailor the hotel choices for you.

Trip Prices

Note that we can customize this trip for you. Add days in your arrival or departure city or in other locations or make changes to the experiences, winery visits, restaurants, or hotels included in the trip. Whatever it is, we’re here to work with you. Once you’re happy with the trip plan and have some idea of your dates we will calculate and send you the price.