The Douro Valley: Where Stunning Landscapes Meet Centuries of Port Wine Tradition Famous for its rich, fortified Port wine, the Douro Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage site with stories to tell in every sip. Let’s dive into some fun and fascinating facts about Port wine and its birthplace, the Douro Valley.

 At Oporto Adventure Tours, we believe in minimizing our environmental impact while travelling. Our iconic vintage Land Rovers are central to this mission, as we believe that by maintaining and using these vehicles, we actively reduce waste, conserve resources, and extend the life of what’s already been built. 

Nestled in the heart of Peneda-Gerês National Park, you find a small mountain village named Fafião. 

Carnival in Portugal is a time of vibrant colors, infectious rhythms, and celebrations that takes over cities and towns across the country. In Porto, while the celebration might not be as famous as other places in Portugal, the city embraces the festive spirit with lively parades, themed parties, and, of course, samba rhythms that bring the streets to life.

Solo travel in Porto is trending in 2025! Explore the city's top attractions, meet new people, and take a day trip to Peneda-Gerês National Park

Fafião is a place rich in tradition and natural beauty, nestled in the heart of Peneda-Gerês National Park. Last week, the villagers of Fafião have lovingly restored their communitarian lagar de azeite (olive press), and it is now operating once again, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich agricultural heritage.

Fafião is a place rich in tradition and natural beauty, nestled in the heart of Peneda-Gerês National Park. Last week, the villagers of Fafião have lovingly restored their communitarian lagar de azeite (olive press), and it is now operating once again, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich agricultural heritage.

Fafião is a place rich in tradition and natural beauty, nestled in the heart of Peneda-Gerês National Park. Last week, the villagers of Fafião have lovingly restored their communitarian lagar de azeite (olive press), and it is now operating once again, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich agricultural heritage.