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Rabelo Boat - Regular
– with audio guide on the mobile phone
Rabelo boat tour on a fantastic stretch of the Douro river, from Pinhão, with no national roads on its banks.
We go upstream for half an hour towards Romaneira, to descend afterwards, seeing vineyards terraced until the river, century-old buildings of the vineyards – Bomfim, Carvalhas, Roeda, Ventozelo, Pessegueiro, Roncão, Romaneira, Beira Rio, São José, Roriz, Vila Velha, Malvedos, among others, in a unique landscape considered World Heritage by UNESCO.
– with audio guide on the mobile phone
Rabelo boat tour on a fantastic stretch of the Douro river, from Pinhão, with no national roads on its banks.
We go upstream towards Romaneira, to descend afterwards, observing vineyards terraced until the river, century-old buildings of the vineyards – Bomfim, Carvalhas, Roeda, Ventozelo, Pessegueiro, Roncão and Romaneira, in a unique landscape considered World Heritage by UNESCO.
Motorboat - Private
Fabulous private speedboat ride, from Pinhão to Senhora da Ribeira, in front of Quinta do Vesuvius, in what is surely the most extraordinary stretch of the Douro River, with passage of the Valeira Dam Eclusa.
In valeira reservoir you can bathe in the river and go water skiing, wakeskate, wakeboard, wakesurf, from our fantastic speedboat Mastercraft X25 – Gooo,
Ride on the comfortable boat Viosinho just for you and your group, with the duration you want.
We sail on an itinerary of your choice, and you can stop for baths on the river if conditions permit.
We advise navigation upstream, in a fantastic and quiet stretch of the Douro River, without national roads or traffic, and therefore not visible by car., with terraces up to the river, in a unique landscape considered World Heritage by UNESCO.
Motorboat - Nautical Sports
Navigate and practice water skiing, wakeskate, wakeboarding, wakesurf or traction buoy with monitor, even if you do it for the first time.
Enjoy the tranquil and refreshing waters of the Douro River, in private, aboard our comfortable and fabulous Mastercraft X25 open-bow boat.
Kayak
Glide down the Douro River from Tua to Pinhão in a 12 km stretch, savoring the silence, the stunning vineyard landscape, and the refreshing and calm waters of the Douro River.
You are taken by rabelo boat to Foz Tua Pier on a regular one-hour tour up the section of the Douro River which will then be descended by you in kayak.
Bicycle - Self Guided Tour
Explore unique trails from the Douro valley from Pinhão to tua village on an electric bike, on a 16 km route.
At Tua lunch in a local restaurant (not included), visit the train station and the interpretive center of the Tua Valley.
Return to Pinhão aboard the typical Rabelo boat on a regular ride on the Douro River, from Foz Tua pier.
Walking Tour
Quinta Visit and Wine Tasting
Quinta do Portal, among the vineyards that are within the distance of a hug, allows you to glimpse the mountainous Douro that cuts the horizon, defying the skies.
The Quinta is located in Celeirós / Sabrosa at a distance of 13 km that runs in 25 minutes.
10€ – 40€ tests available
Visit and race in the fantastic Quinta do Panascal, on the Távora River, a tributary of the Douro River, a 15-minute drive from Pinhão, and a 40-minute boat ride away.
The audio-tour visit allows great flexibility since the visitor can explore at his own pace the vineyards and traditional lagares and, at the end of September, you can also observe all the harvest works.
Quinta da Pacheca, one of the best known farms in the Douro region, was also one of the first properties to bottle wine with its own brand.
It is situated in Cambres / Lamego, at a distance of 26 km from Pinhão, which is covered in 30 minutes.
Lunch
do Portal, among the vineyards that are within the distance of a hug, allows you to glimpse the mountainous Douro that cuts the horizon, defying the skies.
The Quinta is located in Celeirós / Sabrosa at a distance of 13 km that runs in 25 minutes.
Savor and delight in the proposals of Chef Milton Ferreira, who using the products and ingredients of traditional cuisine, offers diners with unique meals, always accompanied by our wines exemplarily harmonized by Paulo Coutinho.
DOC is a space to “Taste Dare communicate” where Rui Paula, with a modern and inventive look, makes the kitchen a historical laboratory based on several generations of culinary recipes.
Here, every meal is a unique and special moment. From the glass room or the suspended terrace on the river, the view is breathtaking: the terraces of vineyards and shale, the quietness of the riverside villages, the trains passing on the other bank breaking, momentarily, the stillness of the valley, the large boats taking tourists beyond the International Douro…
Dinner
The Quinta is located in Celeirós / Sabrosa at a distance of 13 km that runs in 25 minutes.
Savor and delight in the proposals of Chef Milton Ferreira, who using the products and ingredients of traditional cuisine, offers diners with unique meals, always accompanied by our wines exemplarily harmonized by Paulo Coutinho.
The DOC is a space to “Taste Dare communicate” where Rui Paula, with a modern and inventive look, makes the kitchen a historical laboratory based on several generations of culinary recipes.
Here, every meal is a unique and special moment. From the glass room or the suspended terrace on the river, the view is breathtaking: the terraces of vineyards and shale, the quietness of the riverside villages, the trains passing on the other bank breaking, momentarily, the stillness of the valley, the large boats taking tourists beyond the International Douro…
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Lodging
Accommodation in Quinta do Portal in Sabrosa
Casa das Pipas is a charming wine hotel located among the vineyards of Quinta do Portal. It has twelve rooms exposed to the south, a large swimming pool, a children’s pool, panoramic room, wine library and all the comfort in an informal, quiet environment, and with great refinement, where you can enjoy a unique experience.
Accommodation in Quinta da Pacheca in Cambres
Wine House Hotel in Lamego is situated in the heart of the Douro region and is surrounded by extensive private grounds with vineyards. This typical 18th-century house has been restored respecting its traditional architecture and original features. The guest house blends modern design with a historic setting.
Rooms at the charming Wine House Hotel – Quinta da Pacheca are individually decorated and include air conditioning. All rooms have a bathroom, while some also have a private balcony. Wi-Fi is available free of charge.