Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Sail on a unique river in the heart of the oldest demarcated wine region in the world and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Depart from 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, gaze down the hills of terraced vineyards to the river, without passing through national highways and without encountering any traffic in sight. Although you will follow the same route there and back, the impression will be that you have taken two different paths, since the views provided and the landmarks seen are completely different. Traditional rabelo boats have open and closed areas, so navigation will be completely comfortable in all types of weather, all year round.
We ask that you download our audio guide before boarding and bring your own headphones for a smoother experience.
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Departure Point
Cais C - Marginal, do, 5085-037 Pinhão, Portugal
Magnificent Douro Pier, near the iron bridge, in front of the garden gate of the Vintage House Hotel. Enter the bridge.
Return Details
Cais C - Marginal, do, 5085-037 Pinhão, Portugal
Magnificent Douro Pier, near the iron bridge, in front of the garden gate of the Vintage House Hotel. Enter the bridge.
Unnamed Road, 5085 Pinhão, Portugal Navigate a special river, in the heart of the first demarcated wine region in the world, and UNESCO heritage.
We start in Pinhão, pass under the Eiffel iron bridge, sail up the river to the Roncão area, returning to Pinhão.
You will see vineyards on terraces down to the river, in a landscape without national roads or road traffic.
Although the stretch of river on the way back is the same, it could very well be different, since when seen in another direction it creates totally different views and landscapes.
The traditional Rabelo boats have open and closed areas, allowing comfortable navigation at any time of the year and weather conditions.
Use our free app (Magnifico Douro – Boat Trips) for geo-localized commentary on what you are currently seeing, wine estates, wine, the river, and much more. Don't forget to bring your headphones.
Douro River, Porto, Portugal Browse the Demarcated Douro region. The first demarcated wine region in the world and UNESCO heritage
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
GoPlaces30825299928
12 Jun 2025
We had a nice time enjoying the river and all the wineries and the boat was very nice. It gives you a nice little taste of the area without going on for too long.
W6780KAmarcom
31 May 2025
Paisagem bonito.
Mas grande de parte dos lugares do barco ficam dentro de uma estrutura de metal e vidro. Como estava um dia muito quente, parecia um forno.
Apenas cerca de 1/3 dos lugares fica no exterior. Deveriam ter forma de abrir algumas janelas na estrutura de modo a permitir a circulação do ar.
Não aconselho nos dias quentes porque para quem fica no interior da estrutura é bastante desagradável.
Além disso não há qualquer indicação ou palavra da parte do capitão ou da tripulação; nem sequer um “sejam bem vindos” ou “obrigado” ou um “espero que tenham gostado.”
davidkB2277UE
12 Mar 2025
We had a wonderful boat ride with Captain Fernando showing us the sights along the Duro river. His intimate knowledge of the area and his great sense of humor made the boat ride go way too quickly! We will return again for another ride on that beautiful river every time we visit the area!
This tour in
Portugal
is organized by
Magnífico Douro
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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