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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Sail on a special river, in the heart of the first demarcated wine region in the world, and a UNESCO heritage site.
We start in Pinhão, passing under the Eiffel iron bridge, sailing up the river to the Roncão area, returning to Pinhão.
You will see terraced vineyards right down to the river, in a landscape without national roads or road traffic.
Although the section of river on the way back is the same, it could very well be different, as when seen from another direction it creates completely different views and landscapes.
Traditional Rabelo boats have open and closed areas, allowing comfortable navigation at any time of year and weather.
Use our free app (Magnifico Douro – Boat Trips) for geo-located comments about what you're seeing at the moment, wine farms, wine, the river, and much more. Don't forget to bring your headphones for a smoother experience.
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Geo localized audio guide app with comments about what you are watching at the moment.
Departure Point
Cais C - Marginal, do, 5085-037 Pinhão, Portugal
Magnificent Douro Pier, in Pinhão, near the iron bridge, in front of the gate of the gardens of the Vintage House Hotel. Enter over the bridge.
Return Details
Cais C - Marginal, do, 5085-037 Pinhão, Portugal
Magnificent Douro Pier, in Pinhão, near the iron bridge, in front of the gate of the gardens of the Vintage House Hotel. Enter over 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 Navigate in the Demarcated Douro region. The first demarcated wine region in the world. 60 minutes
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.
Kimmy_G
08 Aug 2025
Oersaai! Ik voel me wel bedrogen. Audio moet eerst nog worden gedownload als de boot al is vertrokken. Geen enkel woordje uitleg.
charlotte_iona
08 Aug 2025
We had a lovely experience on our two-hour private rabelo boat cruise from Pinhão with Magnífico Douro. Our pilot, Bruno, was warm and welcoming, and shared some interesting fun facts about the area and its famous vineyards along the way. The traditional rabelo boat was perfectly sized for our group of nine, offering plenty of space to relax and take in the scenery from the calm water.
Our cruise included a stop to swim in the river. The kids (and some adults!) loved jumping off the boat and pier into the clean water - very refreshing on a hot August afternoon.
All in all, a pleasant and relaxing way to experience the Douro Valley, and a perfect complement to the views from the train ride into Pinhão. Highly recommended!
ema_pesenti
05 Aug 2025
Very boring... all the same landscape.... just stop at the central square where you leave, the staff does not explain anything... they pass with a sheet with qr code for audio guide... Italian always absent, they will struggle in 2025 to add Italian... stop in the central square look and go do the tour deadly boredom both an hour and 2 hours...
This tour in
Portugal
is organized by
Magnífico Douro
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