The Secrets of Port Wine | FREE Virtual Wine Tour of Douro Valley, Portugal
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About this Event
Are you a Port Wine connoisseur? Want to see the beauty of Northern Portugal where it is made? Join our immersive virtual tour to experience it from your home.
What should I expect?
The one hour session starts with a virtual tour of Northern Portugal with our certified local guides & port wine enthusiasts - Sylvie & Leonore. Discover the unique terrain of Northern Portugal & its biggest city, Porto by journeying along the Douro river in a virtual tour using photographs, videos & cutting edge 3-D imagery.
Then, delve into the process of making port wine with a video tour. Enjoy stunning views of terraced vineyards at the Douro Valley, a UNESCO world heritage site, while Sylvie & Leonor fill you in on its historical & cultural significance. See the magnificent architectural touches in small towns along the Douro river & end the tour in Porto city at the cellars of some of the most famous names in Port Wine production.
Sylvie & Leonor will show you how to identify a good bottle of Port Wine, how to pair it, & more. They will be available for questions in a live, interactive Q&A session after the tour.
What makes this unique?
This is not just a powerpoint presentation! You will see photos, videos, learn interesting trivia and get exclusive insights into Northern Portugal's unique culture from guides on location. Whether you're looking to explore the world from home or planning your next vacation, this is the perfect opportunity for you to dive in to a new destination from your home!
Awesome! How do I attend?
The virtual tour will be conducted on Zoom. Attend the first 30 minutes for FREE with a live streaming link that we will provide to you an hour prior to the event. To attend the full session & talk to Sylvie & Leonor during the tour, select the paid ATTENDEE ticket. We appreciate all donations via the DONOR ticket! They provide a much-needed source of support for our hard-working guides who have always made your holidays so memorable.
This is an event you should not miss! Seats are limited, so book your spot now!
On this tour, you will discover -
- Douro river
- Vineyards of Douro Valley
- See views from a river cruise
- Steps of making port wine
- Other important sights in Northern Portugal
- A brief history of the region & port wine
- Insights into the culture of this area of Portugal
- Geographic overview of the region, including the significance of the Douro River
- Industry expert advice on port wine tasting, pairing and more
- A chance to talk to the experts in a Q&A session