Day Trips

Full Day River Cruise to Douro Valley with Meals and Return Transfer

4.6/5(323)

Sandra A

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

It was a beautiful day to be out cruising down the Douro River. The scenery was beautiful, all the activity on the river was great! The meals served were very good. Travelleing through 2 locks on the river was something we had not yet experienced. Lots of information was provided throughout the cruise. I would recommend this cruise as it was inexpensive yet good value.

Michael S

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Great experience travelling up the River Douro. Beautiful scenery along with attentive staff made it a long (12 hours) but special day. Journey back on bus was a bonus in terms of seeing the beauty of Portugal through its mountains and over its bridges. Only little negative was a minimal breakfast but lunch was tasty and plentiful. Highly recommend it.

Cruise the Douro River from Porto to Pinhão, enjoying breakfast and lunch, along with a port tasting for a truly local day trip experience.

Admire the Douro Valley’s terraced vineyards and pass through impressive river dams, soaking in Portugal’s countryside scenery.

Reserved seating and an onboard host or escort ensure comfort and assistance throughout your river adventure.

Enjoy a seamless journey with round-trip bus transfers between Porto, Régua, and Pinhão, making travel effortless.

Choose the Régua cruise, starting with a bus ride and cruising downstream the Douro River. Enjoy an all-inclusive lunch as you bask in the valley view on the return trip.

Panoramic Douro River cruise from Porto to Pinhão/Régua (as per option selected)

Return transfer to Porto by bus (as per option selected)

Choose from 3 tour options:

Cruise from Porto to Pinhão with return bus transfer (12 hours)

Cruise from Porto to Régua with return bus transfer (11 hours)

Bus from Porto & Régua with return river cruise transfer (9 hours)

Breakfast and lunch on board (as per option selected)

Local farm visit with regional blends tasting (as per option selected)

English-speaking guide

Hotel transfers

TOTAL DURATION12 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Vila Nova de Gaia Pier or Porto City Center
1. Pinhão or Regua River Cruise
3 attractions
Cruise, Breakfast & Lunch
Things to do
Crestuma-Lever dam
Carrapatelo dam
Régua Dam
2. Local farm
Tickets included (based on selection)
End point
Vila Nova de Gaia Pier or Porto City Center
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Sandra A
Group
Verified booking
Yesterday
It was a beautiful day to be out cruising down the Douro River. The scenery was beautiful, all the activity on the river was great! The meals served were very good. Travelleing through 2 locks on the river was something we had not yet experienced. Lots of information was provided throughout the cruise. I would recommend this cruise as it was inexpensive yet good value.
Nilza W
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Simply fantastic!!! It was totally worth it. Gorgeous scenery, great service, and a really delicious lunch. Crossing the dams was a really cool experience. The tour of the winery was a bit rushed, but still good. I highly recommend this tour.
Christine C
Group
Verified booking
Last week
A very pleasant cruise with attentive and thoughtful staff. A delicious meal. An unforgettable day aboard a comfortable boat, exploring varied and picturesque scenery.
Adrienne B
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Loved the gentle pace of the cruise and getting away from the crowds in Porto. All very pleasant, with excellent lunch on board
Pavel S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Very pleasant trip, nice staff, very relaxing ;)

What to bring

Bring a sun hat and sunscreen to protect yourself during the cruise.

Carry a printed voucher or e-voucher for entry.

What’s not allowed

Luggage or large bags are not allowed on board the cruise or bus transfers.

Additional information

The cruise is subject to availability, weather, and sailing conditions. The program and itinerary may change without prior notice due to local circumstances or events.

Vegetarian and gluten-free meal options are available if requested before the tour day.

Children and infants must be accompanied by an adult.

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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.