3-Day Premium Tour in the Douro River
An exclusive boat trip with a curated selection of private experiences for you to unveil the magnificent Douro River.
This yacht experience was tailored for you to have the ultimate experience on the most emblematic and renowned wineries and wine-producing estates in Douro Valley – the oldest wine demarcated region in the world. Depart on this experience by diving into the color pallet that the Douro has to offer on a Princess 56 in the Douro Valley, with an experienced skipper and sailor, enjoy the journey upriver is one of the most scenic in the world, with staggering views of the dramatic valley covered in bright green rows of grapevines.
Day one:
Your journey commences with a seamless transfer from Porto International Airport to the Freixo Marina. You can just go ahead with your private luxury yacht, a haven of sophistication and comfort. As you cruise along the majestic Douro River, the world slips away, replaced by a sense of tranquility and anticipation.
You will pass through the locks, a spectacle in itself.
A delicious lunch will be served on board.
Arrival at Peso da Régua, from there, transferred to the world famous Quinta da Pacheca. A wine tasting and dinner will be served where the finest Douro cuisine is paired with impeccable service.
Day two:
Wake up to a new day of discovery at Quinta das Carvalhas and Quinta de la Rosa, two of the Douro’s most prestigious wine estates.
Cruise the heart of the Douro Valley, the sightseeing is unique, with jaw-dropping views.
Carvalhas is one of the most emblematic Douro properties and it is considered by many the “Douro image” because it allows a view of the territory and of the most beautiful Douro has to show. You will enjoy the Vintage Tour, a private visit to the Vineyards accompanied by the Quinta das Carvalhas Agricultural Engineer, one of the most exclusive experiences.
At Quinta de la Rosa, a historic estate renowned for its exceptional wines, you’ll embark on a journey through time and taste.
Your destination is the opulent Six Senses Douro Valley, a luxury retreat in a dreamlike setting. As night falls, enjoy a 10-course tasting menu, paired with the region’s finest wines—an extraordinary culinary masterpiece.
Day three:
Wake to the gentle rhythm of the Douro River. Departure from Régua to Porto.
Lunch will be served at Quinta de Santo António. A Glamorous Quinta, with both history and tradition, with a variety of natural resources and world heritage that dazzles the eyes, which combined with an unparalleled gastronomic and wine offer, deserves to be experienced in a rustic setting
Conclude your luxurious escape by contemplating some of the most important attractions of Porto and Gaia. You will see the city from another perspective. With memories of riverside glamour, bespoke service, and unforgettable moments, your Riviera-inspired Portuguese escape leaves a lasting impression.
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