Porto to Douro Valley: Private day trip

River, wine, and timeless calm - Peso da Regua is the Douro Valley at its soul.

Where the river meets the vineyard, Peso da Regua flows with the essence of the Douro Valley. Start with a visit to the Museu do Douro, a sleek, sensory journey through centuries of winemaking and river life. Afterward, stroll the Ribeira promenade, where rabelos (wine boats) bob gently beside cafes and picnic-perfect lawns. Enjoy the elegance of granite mansions and, if time allows, peek into the charming Igreja de Sao Jose de Godim, tucked away on a quiet street. Refuel with posta a Mirandesa or crispy peixinhos do rio, best enjoyed with a glass of local red under a riverside tree.

Explore Pinhao, a charming village famed for its winemaking and glistening riverfront views.

Wrapped in the Douro Valley’s marvelous slopes, Pinhao is a postcard-perfect village where azulejos will entrance you and the air smells of sun-warmed grapes. Begin your visit at the Pinhao Railway Station, where hand-painted tiles depict the region’s winemaking heritage. Stroll the riverfront, watching boats drift by on the golden Douro. Head to Quinta do Bomfim for a short vineyard walk and a tasting of regional wines. If time allows, wander a stretch of the Caminho do Divino Espírito Santo for panoramic views. Before leaving, savor a bite of Alheira sausage or a hearty feijoada at a local cafe.