Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine
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Is Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine worth booking?
Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine is a 1.5-hour experience in Porto, Portugal, from $8 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 70 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (70)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $8 per person
Com mais de 100 anos de vida, a Poças está atualmente nas mãos da 4ª geração, sendo uma das raras empresas de Vinho do Porto que nasceu portuguesa e se mantém nas mesma família desde a sua fundação. Os nossos Vinhos do P
What you get
About this experience
Com mais de 100 anos de vida, a Poças está atualmente nas mãos da 4ª geração, sendo uma das raras empresas de Vinho do Porto que nasceu portuguesa e se mantém nas mesma família desde a sua fundação. Os nossos Vinhos do Porto Tawny velhos construíram a reputação da Poças, mas há já 30 anos que os vinhos DOC Douro dão também prova da sua qualidade. Em 2019 a Poças recebeu o prémio de "Produtor de Vinhos Fortificados do Ano 2018" Atribuído pela Revista de Vinhos. Recebendo cerca de 28 000 visitantes por ano, em 2018 o Centro de Visitas foi distinguido com o certificado de Excelência do TripAdvisor. Connosco irá mergulhar na atmosfera familiar da Poças, sentir o aroma inesquecível dos mais nobres vinhos e observar as rotinas de uma cave cheia de vida.
What's included
Included
- Guided visit through the ageing cellar
- Tasting of 2 DOC Douro Wines: White Trava Linguas and a Reserve Red
- Tasting of 1 Port Wines: White, Ruby ou Reserve Tawny
Not included
- Private transportation
- Selection of Cheeses and Sausages
- Selection of Cheeses or Sausages
What you'll see and do
Pocas Vinhos
This experience includes a guided visit throughout our cellar with a tasting at the end of the tour. This tasting will include a selection of Port Wine and DOC Douro Table Wine. We will start with our DOC Douro Wines, first our Poças Reserve White Wine followed by our Poças Reserve Red Wine. Then we will serve the Port Wines initially with a 10 Years-Old Tawny and then with our LBV. We have also available different harmonizations that you can select to make the perfect pairing with your wine.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Porto
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
English Guided Visit
Italian Guided Visit
French Guided Visit
Portuguese Guided Visit
Spanish Guided Visit
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Poças
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 70 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
70 verified traveler reviews for Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent introduction to Port Wines
We took this tour because we were unsure of whether we would enjoy port and didn't want to commit to a multi-winery tasting. The tour of the cellar or "lodge" as it is called locally was excellent...included a great overview of how port wine is made and the different variations, as well as why port is so unique to the area in Portugal. The explanations of what we were tasting was also well done, tying back to what was discussed in the tour.
Response from the operator: Hi Bryan! 🌟 Thank you so much for choosing Poças for your Port wine introduction! 😊 We're thrilled we could be your first experience and that you enjoyed it! We love that you appreciated how we connect the tour to the tasting - understanding the "why" behind what you're tasting makes it so much more special! 🍷✨ And yes, our "lodge" has so many stories to tell about what makes Port wine truly unique to our region! 🍇 We hope we've turned you into Port wine fans! Hope to see you again! 🎉
via Viator
Worth the trip….
This experience was simply perfect & well done. Our guide was passionate about all aspects of the process, part of the country and the final product. Well done!
Response from the operator: Hi Louis! 🌟 Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 😊 "Simply perfect" - that's exactly what we aim for! We're thrilled you felt the passion our team has for Port wine, our region, and everything that makes this experience special! That's what it's all about - sharing the love for what we do! 🍷💕 Thank you for the kind words and we hope to welcome you back anytime!
via Viator
Pocas Wine/Port experience
This was a brilliant experience. A family run business but so professional. We had Cindy as our tour guide and she was amazing. So informative about everything from the beginning to the end of the Port/wine making process. Got to taste 2 wines/2 Ports and loved every minute. Such a reasonable experience and would recommend to anyone wanting a shorter experience rather than a 5 hour vineyard tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Maxine! We’re delighted that you enjoyed your visit and appreciated Cindy’s informative guidance throughout the tour. It’s wonderful to hear you loved the tasting and found the experience both professional and enjoyable. We’re proud to be a family-run business offering authentic and well-paced tours, perfect for those wanting a shorter yet rich introduction to Port wine. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! 🍷
via Viator
port tasting at Docas
kids don't get much out of it - fun with lots of wines and ports to taste - the portions were very generous
Response from the operator: Dear Marcelo, Thank you so much for your 4-star review and for visiting Caves Poças! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the wine and Port tasting experience, and that you found our portions generous. We always aim to provide a comprehensive and enjoyable tasting journey through our family's heritage. We appreciate your feedback regarding children. While our wine tours are primarily designed for adult wine enthusiasts, we understand families sometimes visit together. We do our best to make everyone feel welcome, though we recognize that the wine-focused content may be more engaging for adults. We hope to welcome you back to Caves Poças in the future for another tasting experience!
via Viator
Need the proper address...
Need the proper address not just the street took an Uber who had no idea where it was and almost missed it had to find it ourselves after he dropped us off at the Holiday Inn way down the street —- driver lived in Porto and had no idea almost missed the entire thing
Response from the operator: Hi Megan! Thank you so much for your feedback and we're really sorry for the trouble you had finding us! 😓 We completely understand how frustrating that must have been, especially with the risk of missing your visit. On our website you can find our complete address with all the details: Rua Visconde das Devesas, 186, 4400-071 Vila Nova de Gaia. 📍 We'll also make sure to include this full information in all our booking confirmations to help avoid this in the future! We really appreciate you taking the time to find us despite the difficulties! We hope the visit itself was worth it once you got here! 🍷✨ Hope to welcome you back anytime! 🥂
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $8 to $23
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 25
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
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Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Porto.
How much does Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine cost?
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Prices start at $8 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Porto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Porto is not rushed.
Is Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 70 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Porto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine?
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Around 25 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Porto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Porto and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Poças Guided Visit and Wine Tasting of 2 DOC Douro & 1 Port Wine start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Porto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Porto?
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On Outty we rank every Porto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center, Porto's #1 Walking Tour, Small Group Geres National Park Full Day with picnic from Porto. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Porto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Porto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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