Douro Valley River Cruise with Meals and Tasting
About this activity
Highlights
- Cruise along the scenic Douro River
- Enjoy a traditional Portuguese breakfast onboard
- Savor a full-course lunch with regional specialties
- Experience a guided wine tasting session
- Pass through impressive river locks and dams
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Scenic river cruise from Porto to Pinhão
- Delicious breakfast and lunch onboard
- Wine tasting featuring local varieties
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The cruise operates in all weather conditions; check the forecast and dress accordingly.
- Availability may vary; it's recommended to book in advance to secure your spot.
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language for the best experience.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a day on the water.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and memorable moments.
- Consider bringing a light jacket or sweater, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The cruise is subject to availability, weather and sailing conditions
- Panoramic cruise
- The cruise requires a minimum number of participants
- The return is made by bus
- No refunds for late passengers
Traveler reviews
Autumn day in the Douro
Incredible experience, from beginning to end it was all great. Rui and Rita were great guides, always telling facts and curiosities everywhere we went, I loved it! 5 stars. I believe it would be good in the last part of the tour to be able to offer some snacks, or at least the sale of some food, as we have many wine tastings, a snack would be great.
Optimal Douro cruise in one day
Since it was raining, boarding the ship could have happened earlier and faster. Audio guide/announcements in German would be good and useful. Otherwise everything was very good. You had your table on the lower deck for the entire trip. Nice small breakfast, delicious complete lunch with wine and espresso. At the winery then a glass of port wine (or water and must) and delicious snacks. Then quickly back to Porto by bus. Everything was perfectly organized.
Pick a front tour operator
Without question the worst tour guide I’ve ever experienced. She should not be in this business. She has zero personality for it. Also, the wineries we went to did not have good wine. If you get Ruta, ask for different Guide. She was awful in multiple ways. She was boring and didn’t provide very much information. She smoked by the bus so you had to walk through her cigarette smoke to get back on. She encourage us to ask if we had any questions or needed any thing. The one thing I asked for to completely blew me off I wish I wouldn’t have even asked.
Enjoyable day tour
Our guide (Slimmy?) was knowledgeable and entertaining. He quickly learnt our names and was sensitive to the requirements of the group. We enjoyed both wine experiences, good lunch and river cruise. V well organised tour. Thank you!
Excellent
Excellent experience phenomenal driver João and phenomenal tour guide Slimmy!!