Dining in our yacht in the Douro River: A meal to match your mood

Savor incomparably delicious cuisine inspired by the Portuguese culinary culture, with ingredients sourced from local purveyors. From romantic dinners for two to buffet for corporate groups, when you set sail aboard our yacht, intimate venues and innovative menus ensure your every culinary craving can be fulfilled. Here’s how to truly dine well at the Douro River, no matter what type of atmosphere you fancy.

The Mood: Refined Revelry 

Come as you are for lunch, dinner or drinks al fresco. At Douro Yacht Experiences, you have a collection of Portuguese recipes that features fresh local catches while prime cuts are prepared in the grill. Extending onto the deck towards the beautiful douro river, we serve one of the best views. 

The Meal: The menu highlights the varied Mediterranean diet. Begin with a Crispy shrimp trio, assorted puff pastries, cheese and sausage board, alheira sausage balls with sesame seeds, mini vegetable chamucas, enjoy light bites like veal carpaccio, and round out your meal with cod soufflé or valencian rice. 

The Mood: An Intimate Affair

Indulge in a specialty dining experience designed by Michelin-starred chefs. We offer an inspired European tasting menu and wine pairings in a sophisticated setting, Porto or Douro Valley.

The Meal: Menus regularly change based on what’s fresh and in-season, recent standouts have included tuna & caviar, violet prawn & moqueca and turbot.

The Mood: Social Hour

One of the inimitable joys of sailing on our yacht is getting the opportunity to mingle with fellow adventurers. Following a stunning sunset on deck, social butterflies come together for sips and appetizers.

The Meal: You’ll be invited to a mouthful appetizers waiting for you on deck. Enjoy Portuguese specialities, while listening to music and the most beautiful sound of all — the small waves gently lapping against your yacht.

The Mood: Family-Style Fun

Creative interpretations of Portuguese cuisine are paired with sophisticated, laidback luxury at our Princess yacht. Shared plates and a sushi bar make for a convivial dining experience, perfect for families or friends.

The Meal: Sushi standouts beg to be shared and sampled among friends, while heartier dishes are sure to sate even the largest appetites.

Make Your Reservation

For reservations, contact with us (+351) 962454505.

About the author

My name is Paulo Sottomayor, I’m the manager of Douro Yacht Experiences. I always dreamed of having a top-notch yacht service in one of the most beautiful rivers in the world, the Douro River. Being from Porto, with a deep local knowledge, specialized in luxury travel, wine tourism and gastronomy, having expertise in events since 2006 and tourism since 2011, with a privileged relationship with the finest partners in this region, I’ve decided to show to my guests the amazing sights, flavors and sounds to soak up in this northerly section of sun-drenched Portugal.