Porto and Douro Riverside

Upon arrival in Porto, we will pick you up to take you to your hotel. Depending on the time you arrive, you can decide if you are going to rest or begin to know this charming city: you can go to Ribeira, its old town, and dine in one of the beautiful restaurants on the pier.

Overnight in Porto

Portobay Hotel Teatro

An old 19th-century theatre was renovated to bring this authentic hotel to life. Its location, in the centre of Porto, is perfect for going out to explore the city.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Today you will decide when to leave Porto to take a beautiful and unforgettable train journey into the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

On a two-and-a-half-hour tour, you will cross 26 tunnels and 30 bridges and delight in the most beautiful and diverse landscapes. You will have an unforgettable view of the slopes covered with vineyards that extend to the banks of the River Douro.

Upon arrival at Pinhao Station, you must take a taxi to your hotel.

Overnight in Pinhao

Quinta de La Rosa

This charming country house, with 100 years of history, has welcomed its guests for more than twenty years.

The rooms have an amazing view of the Douro and the hotel has a nice pool.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

Your journey to Vilarinho de Sao Romao will be accompanied by the spectacular scenery of the Alto Douro wine region.

Wine production in these lands is a tradition dating back more than two thousand years. The harvest continues as before and the grapes are still crushed using the feet.

In Provesende you can stop to admire the old houses and visit a small tavern, where you can learn about the local wine production.

Later you will reach Vilarinho de Sao Romao. Here you can discover the area’s architectural heritage, such as the Matriz de Vilarinho Church and the manor house with its coat of arms, both built between the 17th and 18th centuries. 

Overnight in Vilarinho de Sao Romao

Casa dos Barros

This small hotel, located in a place where wine was formerly produced, has different types of rooms,each with its own decoration, giving it a very homely and cosy touch. In addition, each has air conditioning, private bathroom, TV and complimentary internet.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

This will be a day to discover the traditions of this land and to get to know Sabrosa, the village of Ferdinand Magellan, one of the world's most important navigators. You will continue your way through the vineyards to the River Pinhao, where you will have to cross an old bridge.

Then, surrounded by olive groves, you will pass through the village of Favaios, where bakeries still use wood-fired ovens dating back to the 19th century.

Finally, before heading to Alijo, you can visit the Quinta do Portal vineyard, which has won several medals in international competitions.

Overnight in Alijo

Pousada Barcao de Forrester

Although the hotel was renovated to give it a more contemporary atmosphere, when you get there, you feel like you're in another era, every corner and every detail tells a different story about the Douro.

The Barao Restaurant bases its menu on traditional recipes. Most dishes include meat, smoked meats and seasonal vegetables, always looking for simplicity and harmony to please the diner.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

On your way through Favaios, you can stop to buy some homemade bread at one of the bakeries, before passing by an iron-age settlement dating back to the 1st century BC.

Arriving at Quinta de Avessada, a place where wine has been produced for at least a century, it's worth paying for a wine-tasting tour, an interactive museum and participating in some innovative activities.

Continue to Casal de Loivos and, before heading to your accommodation, take the opportunity to admire the scenery that characterises this wine-growing region. 

Overnight in Casal de Loivos

Hotel Rural Quinta do Silval

Located on the mythical River Pinhao, this hotel offers its guests a privileged and charming view of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Despite being recently built and equipped with the latest technologies, it retains the typical Douro architecture.

The windows of the rooms look like postcards, as they offer a wonderful view of the old vineyards.

In the restaurant, you will taste the best of traditional gastronomy and you can taste wines of excellent quality.

*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.

On your way back to the heart of the Douro, Pinhao, you will better understand why this region was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site: you will have the chance to see the River Douro from different angles, the beautiful vineyards and the imposing mountains crossed by the rivers.

In Pinhao you can visit the railway station, built in the 19th century and decorated with tiles in 1937. You will be dazzled by the 3,047 tiles that stretch along the front of the station, depicting landscapes related to the wine tradition: the cellars, the treading of the grapes and grape harvesting. 

From Pinhao you will be transferred to Regua, where you will spend the night.  

Overnight in Regua

Quinta de La Rosa

This charming country house, with 100 years of history, has welcomed its guests for more than twenty years.

The rooms have an amazing view of the Douro and the hotel has a nice pool.

This will be a day to end your trip on a high note. You will take a boat to enjoy a magical cruise on the River Douro. 

As you navigate the waters, you will enjoy the views of the terraced vineyards, as well as the charming little towns built on the sloping hillsides. Many of these settlements have preserved their medieval structure, in which houses are grouped around churches, monasteries and castles.

Lunch will be on board. Once in Porto, we recommend dining in one of the many restaurants with world-class cuisine, very characteristic of this city.

Note: Please note that the River Douro cruise is only available from April to October. Should you travel outside these months, lunch is not included and you will be transferred by car to Porto.

Overnight in Porto

Portobay Hotel Teatro

An old 19th-century theatre was renovated to bring this authentic hotel to life. Its location, in the centre of Porto, is perfect for going out to explore the city.

After a delicious breakfast, you can head to Porto Airport to start your journey home.

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