Douro River (Rio Douro) Tours and Activities

Taste the beauty of Portugal’s wine during this full-day tour to the Douro Valley. Visit local vineyards where you taste world-class wines while admiring scenic views from the Douro’s terraced vineyards. Learn about the Douro Valley’s wine production process from the winemakers themselves. Satiate your appetite with a traditional lunch in the charming village of Pinhão. And of course, try Portugal’s famous port wines.

Go wine tasting amid the vineyard-clad hills of the Douro Valley, a World Heritage–listed region famous for its port wine production. Feast on regional specialties with a traditional lunch in the scenic village of Pinhão and visit two wine estates for an introduction to award-winning local varietals. Upgrade your full-day tour from Porto with a sightseeing rabelo boat cruise on the Douro River. This small-group tour is limited to eight people for personalized attention from the guide.

This guided tour of Douro Valley gives you a full day in the Portuguese countryside. Learn invaluable cultural information from your guide, and travel with ease, as all transport is organized for you. The day has so many wonderful inclusions, making it the ultimate hassle-free experience—visit wine estates for tastings, have a local lunch, enjoy a panoramic cruise, and sample local olive oil too. 

Explore Porto with a knowledgeable private driver on a full-day tour from Lisbon. Known for its delectable signature drink, the center of Porto is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site with lovely architecture. Visit the vibrant downtown district, see landmarks like Clerigos Tower and Sao Bento station, and try some signature local wines and food (own expense). Situated on the Douro River, the city offers a beguiling mix of old and new that your guide shares during this informative tour.

Spend the day exploring Portugal’s famed Douro Valley on this guided excursion. After a convenient pickup hotel pickup, enjoy experiences that include touring the valley in a comfortable minivan, enjoying a cruise on the Douro River, savoring a delicious four-course meal and wine pairing, and tasting a variety of reds and whites at a small, family-owned winery.

Indulge in the world-renowned wineries of Portugal’s Douro Valley on this guided day trip from Porto.  Visit two stunning wineries nestled into the valley, each with their own sweeping views and high-end wines. Learn about the vast array of varietals grown and fermented here, including Portugal’s legendary Port wine and ‘vinho verde.’ Gain insider insight into the local cultivation practices from the winemakers themselves and enjoy a traditional 3-course lunch.

The UNESCO-listed beauty of Porto, the capital of northern Portugal, must be seen to be believed. Ensure you maximize your time in the city on this half-day sightseeing tour, including wine tasting and a cruise on the Douro River. In an air-conditioned coach, visit top attractions such as the Porto Cathedral, Clerigos Tower, and Avenida dos Aliados with your guide. Descend to a wine cellar to sample world-renowned Port wine and cruise beneath Porto’s famous six bridges during a boat ride. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Experience the skyline of Porto on a private 2-hour sailing cruise down the Douro River. See some of the city’s most iconic landmarks such as the Dom Luis I Bridge, the Arrabida Bridge, old town Ribeira, and the famous port wine cellars. Bring your own snacks and drinks on board, if you’d like, and admire the beautiful skyline of Porto pass you by.

Discover the UNESCO-listed splendor of the Douro Valley on this full-day trip to Régua from Porto, including a return boat ride. During a scenic train ride to Régua, you’ll see vineyards and valleys before you board a cruise ship set to sail down the Douro River. On this day trip to Régua an onboard lunch is included.  

See the scope of Northern Portugal on this day trip from Porto to Régua by train and boat. Begin your day with a scenic train trip from Porto. As you glide along the tracks, watch out the window as the landscape transforms from urban to rural. Spend the day admiring the valley’s terraced vineyards, mingling with locals and enjoying lunch at a traditional Portuguese restaurant. Then, admire the views from a boat as you cruise back to Porto on the Douro River.

Visit the birthplace of Port wine and learn all about the famous fortified wine on this 3-hour small-group tasting tour in Porto. Explore and taste Douro Valley wines, discover the secrets of Port production, and enjoy expert-led Port wine tastings from three popular wine houses.

Embark on a Private Yacht Cruise and sail along the most beautiful banks of the Douro River, bound for the stunning Curva da Lomba beach. Pass the Crestuma-Lever Dam and fall in love with the beauty of Praia da Lomba, on board a totally private cruise for your group.

Discover the culinary delights of Portugal's Douro Valley on this day tour that introduces you to regional wines. You'll learn about the history of port wine as you visit three wine producers ranging from small family operations to large brands. Enjoy tastings of the local varietals plus lunch.

Soak up Portuguese culture on this full-day tour of the Douro Valley, departing from Porto. Meet your friendly guide and settle into your air-conditioned vehicle, then relax on the short scenic ride from Porto to the Douro Valley. See the Douro Valley’s main highlights, like stunning port wineries, a 16th-century monastery, and picturesque landscape. Break for lunch at the charming village of Pinhão, in the heart of the valley. After a full day of sightseeing and sampling Portuguese specialties, enjoy a quick ride back to Porto.

Discover Portugal’s premier wine region on this full-day tour to the Douro Valley. Visit three of the region’s best vineyards throughout the day and enjoy wine tastings at each of them. Sit down to delicious, local lunch overlooking the might Douro River before heading to the village of Pinhao to explore its historic district.

Discover the magic of Portugal’s northern capital on this 6-hour tour of Porto. An experienced guide will lead you all around the city and explain the history of some of its most famous sites including Batalha Square, Clérigos Church and Tower, Infante D. Henrique Square and City Hall. The tour will also include a cruise down the beautiful Douro River with time to admire the six famous bridges that connect Porto with Gaia. Top it all off with a visit to a winery for some traditional Port wine tasting. 

A full-day tour is perfect for those who want to fit in the best of Porto and have limited time. A river cruise and wine tasting feature on the itinerary of this Porto experience, as well as a panoramic tour of the city to see top attractions such as Porto Se Cathedral, Avenida dos Aliados, and the Torre & Igreja dos Clerigos. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Uncover the mysteries of Porto on this full-day sightseeing tour with lunch. Meet your guide and spend the day traveling through the city’s charming corridors, compelling neighborhoods and seeing its historic landmarks. Learn about Porto’s history including Old Town, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Douro River and much more. Then, enjoy a traditional local lunch and continue your journey to the Se Cathedral, São Bento Railway Station and more. This is a great tour for a first-time visitor to orient themselves to many of Porto’s wonders.

The most complete one day tour to the cities of Oporto and Matosinhos. A professional guide and new comfortable vehicle equipped with air-conditioning will accompany you on a journey you will never forget. You will get to know the most emblematic places, and understand the whole history that surrounds this city. Portuguese gastronomy is appreciated worldwide. Therefore, lunch will take place at a typical restaurant. We will visit the Porto wine cellars of one of the widely respected producers on a global scale.There you will have a tasting of 2 different varieties of port. Being next to the Douro River you will then take a boat trip across the 6 bridges. You will experience the tasting of the most important and renowned traditional Portuguese sweet, Nata. Leaving the historical center behind we will head to Matosinhos, a city that borders north with Porto known for the beauty of its beaches, connection to the sea, and by the famous acronym WBF - World's Best Fish.

Sail a unique river in the heart of the oldest demarcated wine region in the world and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Depart Pinhão, passing under the Eiffel iron bridge, and head towards the Roncão area, where you will turn around to return to Pinhão. Along the way, contemplate the terraced vineyard hills to the river, without passing national highways and encountering any traffic in sight. Although you will travel the same route back and forth, it will appear that you have traveled two separate paths, as the views provided and the landmarks you see are completely different. The traditional Rabelo boats have open and closed areas, so navigation will be totally comfortable in all types of weather all year round.

Discover the best of Porto on this full-day small-group Porto city tour with lunch and a cruise down the Douro River. Explore Old Town, an UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with historical monuments, then head to the beach areas of Boavista and Foz. Enjoy lunch at a local haunt, then cruise the Douro on a traditional wooden ‘rabelo’ boat. Your tour wraps up with a port wine tasting in town.

Experience Porto at its most romantic during this evening city sightseeing tour followed by dinner and a Fado show. This tour will show you the many beautiful sides of Porto at night. Start with a driving tour in a comfortable van with panoramic windows to see the cobblestone streets, floodlit Douro River, and many other stunning sites. Then, head to an authentic local restaurant for a memorable meal and traditional Fado show, Portugal’s signature melancholic music of longing.

Get an in-depth look into Portugal's winemaking industry during this full-day tour to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro wineries from Porto. Stop at several important area landmarks, visit local wineries for wine and port tastings, and enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Douro River. Tastings and round-trip transportation from Porto hotels are included.

Explore Portugal’s premier wine region, the Douro Valley, on a private wine tasting tour. Head to the city of Pinhão to learn about the winemaking process and sample regional wines in a variety of local wineries. Enjoy a delicious Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant and soak up the fresh air of the valley before heading back to Porto.