Douro River Cruise to Porto

Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of northern Portugal on this Douro River cruise. Start your journey in Peso da Régua, savoring a delicious onboard lunch as we make our way to Porto. For the return trip, we will travel by either train or bus.

Tour Overview

Our tranquil Douro River cruise departs from the harbor in Peso da Régua at the designated time.

As we glide through this picturesque region of northern Portugal, take in the stunning green vistas adorned with terraced vineyards from the panoramic deck. The area's climate perfectly supports viticulture, contributing to the production of the renowned Port wines.

During our journey, we will pass noteworthy sights in the Douro Valley, which include the Carrapatelo and Crestuma–Lever Dams. At the midpoint of our voyage, we will serve you a delightful lunch onboard, showcasing a variety of Portuguese culinary specialties—an excellent chance to sample local dishes and wines!

After approximately six hours of cruising along the Douro River, we will arrive in Porto, where you will have around 1.5 hours of free time to discover the city at your own pace. We suggest strolling through the Ribeira area to see the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge. The historic center is also worth exploring, with highlights including the cathedral and the Torre dos Clérigos.

We will reconvene in central Porto to make our way to the station, where a train ride of about two hours will take us back to Peso da Régua, concluding this comprehensive 10.5-hour experience.

Cruise Meal Details

On the cruise to Porto, you will enjoy the following menu:

• Apéritifs on the table: a traditional Portuguese ball, cod pataniscas, bread, and vegetable pancakes, accompanied by a glass of Tawny port wine, orange juice, and white port tonic.
• Starter: cream of vegetable soup
• Main course: roast pork loin with roast potatoes, rice, and vegetables.
• Dessert: chocolate semifreddo

The meal includes drinks such as wine, mineral water, and orange juice. After dessert, feel free to enjoy a tea or coffee.

Children under 4 are welcome to join the tour, though they will not receive a lunch.

Return Transit by Train or Bus

It's important to note that, on certain occasions, our return to Peso da Régua from Porto may be via bus rather than train.