An exclusive boat trip on the Douro River is one of the most scenic in Europe. The breathtaking Porto historic center and the Douro Valley, both UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites, make it a traveler’s favorite.
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.
Spectacular scenery, fascinating history, amazing culture, mouthwatering food are only the beginning. So with such a vast array of delights on offer, you will travel at a leisurely pace, giving you plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere. You will have privileged access to the most authentic wineries and wine tastings, restaurants and other experiences. You will enjoy the delightful tastings that will grant you an essential comprehension of the Douro wines and their characteristics and varied flavors. You will also have some absolutely ravishing gastronomic experiences that will show you to the most iconic venues in the Douro, and delight you with a fantastic meal at one of the most renowned restaurants in Portugal. We are here to make your cruise unforgettable.
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Transfer from Porto International Airport or your hotel in Porto to Marina do Freixo, by deluxe vehicle with English speaking Chauffeur (service on request).
Please check-in 20 minutes before the start of the experience.
We will welcome you on board at Marina do Freixo, a 35 minute walk from D. Luiz I Bridge. A stylish Princess Yacht will be waiting for you, enjoy a private cruise for a group up to 6 people. During this 3-Day boat tour, we will cruise the Douro River while you relax on the spacious flybridge and deck where you can enjoy the views so you can admire Porto and Gaia from the best perspective.
You will be transferred to Quinta da Pacheca. In the village of Cambres, Lamego county, in the heart of the first Pombaline demarcation of the Region, is Quinta da Pacheca, one of the most prestigious and recognized properties in the Douro Demarcated Region. The history of the vineyard in this property dates back to the XVI century when it was a collection of vines that belonged to the Monasteries of Salzedas and St. João de Tarouca, as referred to in a document dating 1551. Here you will get to know its history better as well as the olive oil production processes directly at the Lagares, and the winemaking processes of Quinta da Pacheca’s wines. Stroll the vineyards, breathe Douro Valley’s green nature.
Dinner is waiting for you at Quinta da Pacheca Restaurant. The varied and tempting menu respects the concept of traditional Portuguese cuisine and uses the typical products of Douro that the virtuous Chef Carlos Pires works with almost divine inspiration. Each meal is paired with Quinta da Pacheca wine enhancing the flavors adventure.
Accommodation aboard the yacht
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You will be transferred to Quinta das Carvalhas.
Your first visit will be at Quinta das Carvalhas, the largest wine-producing estate in the Douro region. A property of immense beauty and grandiosity whose oldest written reference date back to 1759.Nowhere else you can see so much in so little time. The mountain of Carvalhas, at 550 meters of altitude and from where you can enjoy a landscape in 360 degrees, is the site of “excellence” for the observation of the property and Douro. The Vineyard Guided Tour is a visit to the Vineyards accompanied by Quinta das Carvalhas guide. Appreciate direct contact with nature in the vines, Mediterranean forests, and gardens, alongside the people who work them. We offer the chance to see the Douro through the eyes of a local and to relish the greatness of the region with a detailed explanation of everything happening at the Quinta. The tour finishes at the wine shop for a tasting of a white, a red, and a Port paired with local cheeses.
Then you will be transferred to Quinta de La Rosa.
Lunch will be served at Quinta de La Rosa Restaurant. With fabulous views over the river, Quinta de la Rosa’s Restaurant was opened in the summer of 2017. Named in honor of Claire Bergqvist, who was famous for her hospitality and generosity, we pair every dish with our own wines upon the recommendation of our esteemed winemaker, Jorge Moreira. The restaurant also add touches that allude to the family’s heritage by including a few of Claire’s favourite recipes. The executive chef, Pedro Cardoso, has worked in the Douro for over 10 years. Using locally sourced products and vegetables from the garden, the Chef has developed many of his recipes from the Tras-os-Montes.
After lunch, you will have a private guided visit and tasting at the Quinta de la Rosa Winery. Jorge Moreira’s winemaking philosophy is simple: let the terroir express itself in bottle avoiding the use of too much extraction, tannin, or oak. Balance and equilibrium are essential and by ensuring good acidity and minerality the wines always display La Rosa’s signature elegance and freshness.
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Lunch will be served at Quinta do Santo António. A hand-picked restaurant next to the Douro River. 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. Chef David Couto welcomes you to the kitchen of Olivetto. Traditional Douro flavours with new textures and presentation awaits you. A Mediterranean-based cuisine where olive oil is the millennial element of excellence.
You will see the city from another perspective. The Porto cruise will take you along some of the most important attractions of Porto and Gaia, like D. Luiz I bridge, Porto Cathedral, Clérigos Tower, Ribeira square, Church of Saint Francis, Tramcar Museum, Monastery of Serra do Pilar, Port Wine Cellars and many more. It’s the most exciting way to do sightseeing while relaxing at the same time.
You will be transferred to Porto International Airport or your hotel in Porto.
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