Day Trips

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

Name: Full Day River Cruise to Douro Valley with Meals and Return Transfer
Start: 2026-10-30T07:45:00
End: 2026-10-30T17:45:00
Location: Porto

4.6/5(340)

Christine M

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The dams/lochs we went through were awesome. They were so tall and as we rose up we could feel the boat lifting. It was great to look back on these monumental structures. However, I thought there was so much food waste. Each of the lunch dishes alone could have fed a minimum of two people.

Joan H

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

The c cruise itself was wonderful. Staff excellent. Only issue was the meeting point for the return bus trip. We did not hear any announcement when the boat docked.

Nicola S

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

A lovely, long day cruising up the river. Food was really nice, with bottle of wine for lunch, and tasty snacks at the vineyard with port. A very pleasant day.

Sandra A

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

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

Jul 2026

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

Jul 2026

A very pleasant cruise with attentive and thoughtful staff. A delicious meal. An unforgettable day aboard a comfortable boat, exploring varied and picturesque scenery.

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
Christine M
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The dams/lochs we went through were awesome. They were so tall and as we rose up we could feel the boat lifting. It was great to look back on these monumental structures. However, I thought there was so much food waste. Each of the lunch dishes alone could have fed a minimum of two people.
Joan H
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
The c cruise itself was wonderful. Staff excellent. Only issue was the meeting point for the return bus trip. We did not hear any announcement when the boat docked.
Tore A
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Beautiful scenery. Passing through the locks. Friendly staff. Good food and decent wine.
Erkki F
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Douro valley boat trip was the best part of our Porto visit.
Clare R
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was great to spend our day in Porto.

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.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

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