Classic Douro

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Embark on a unique experience in the Douro, where tradition and landscape meet.

In a two-day program, you will have the opportunity to travel to Pinhão without any worries, transported in a comfortable minivan. An enchanting Rabelo boat cruise follows. In Favaios, discover the secrets of Moscatel with a visit to the Adega Cooperativa de Favaios, followed by a special moment, a classic car ride through the vineyards, after which you can enjoy a traditional lunch at Quinta da Avessada.

Between wine tastings and breathtaking scenery, feel immersed in the culture and flavors of the region!

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Programme

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1st DAY PROGRAM:


1.00 PM – Meet with the Guide at São Bento Station

  • Transfer in a mini - van to the village of Pinhão

4.00 PM – 1-hour Rabelo Boat Cruise

5.00 PM – Transfer to the Casa das Padeiras Hotel in Favaios

  • Check-in at the Hotel

7.30 PM – Dinner served at the hotel

 

2nd DAY PROGRAM:


  • Breakfast served at the hotel

10.15 AM – Classic car ride through the wine-growing village of Favaios

  • Stop at a viewpoint to enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the region.

10.45 AM - Visit to Adega Cooperativa de Favaios with Moscatel tasting

  • Learn about the industrial method of wine production at the country's second largest cooperative

11.30 AM - Passeio de carro clássico pelas vinhas

12.00 AM - Receção nos jardins da Quinta da Avessada com um Moscatel de Boas-Vindas

  • Guided tour of the Quinta's Enoteca to learn about the traditional winemaking process
  • Port wine tasting 

1.00 PM - Traditional lunch at Quinta da Avessada

3.00 PM - Guided tour of the Bread and Wine Museum

15h45 - Transfer by mini van to Porto

  • Arrival in Porto

End of our services

Food

Menu

  • Starters:
    • Codfish "pataniscas"; 
    • Various sausages; 
    • Favaios wheat (specialty); 
  • Dish:
    • "Sopa à lavrador" with beans and vegetables; 
  • Main course: 
    • Loin of veal stewed in red wine, with roast potatoes and boiled cabbage; 
  • Dessert: 
    • Regional sweets and seasonal fruit; 
    • Coffee and brandy as a digestif
  • Drinks
    • Water
    • Doc red wine
    • Doc white wine

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Information

  • Single room supplement: 40€

Boarding

Meeting Points

Option A — 1.00 PM – São Bento Station
1st DAY PROGRAM:
1.00 PM – Meet with the Guide at São Bento Station
• Transfer in a mini - van to the village of Pinhão
4.00 PM – 1-hour Rabelo Boat Cruise
5.00 PM – Transfer to the Casa das Padeiras Hotel in Favaios
• Check-in at the Hotel
7.30 PM – Dinner served at the hotel

2nd DAY PROGRAM:
• Breakfast served at the hotel
10.15 AM – Classic car ride through the wine-growing village of Favaios
• Stop at a viewpoint to enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the region.
10.45 AM - Visit to Adega Cooperativa de Favaios with Moscatel tasting
• Learn about the industrial method of wine production at the country's second largest cooperative
11.30 AM - Passeio de carro clássico pelas vinhas
12.00 AM - Receção nos jardins da Quinta da Avessada com um Moscatel de Boas-Vindas
• Guided tour of the Quinta's Enoteca to learn about the traditional winemaking process
• Port wine tasting
1.00 PM - Traditional lunch at Quinta da Avessada
3.00 PM - Guided tour of the Bread and Wine Museum
15h45 - Transfer by mini van to Porto
• Arrival in Porto
End of our services

INFORMATIONS:
• SÃO BENTO STATION: Av. Dom Afonso Henriques, 4000-069 Porto
• The guide will be next to the boards with the train timetables, identified by a t-shirt or sign with the phrase “DOURO BEST”.

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Prices

Prices (per person) Week Saturday and Sunday Value
March to May and October to December
June to September
Adults 220.00
Children up to 3 years Free 100% Discount
Children aged 4 to 11 years Free 50% Discount

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CLASSIC DOURO

A Journey Through History and Flavors


Discover the essence of the Douro in an experience that combines tradition, breathtaking landscapes, and the best flavors of the region. The journey begins at the iconic São Bento Station, where our guide will transport you in a minivan to Pinhão. Here, you will embark on a rabelo boat cruise along the Douro River. The next destination is Favaios, a wine-growing village. Here, you will be welcomed at Casa das Padeiras for a relaxing stay.

 


On the second day, a classic car tour takes you to explore the region's vineyards and viewpoints, offering unforgettable views. A visit to the Adega Cooperativa de Favaios reveals the secrets of the famous Moscatel, followed by an experience at Quinta da Avessada, where you can taste wines and enjoy a traditional lunch. To finish on a high note, a visit to the Bread and Wine Museum delves into local history and culture. Don't miss out on this experience, join us!

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Specialists in Douro River Cruises and Tours

Douro Criativo is a travel agency and tour operator specialised in Douro tourism. We organise Douro river cruises, personalised tours and authentic experiences with a focus on excellence in service.

With an experienced team passionate about the region, we create Douro tourist programmes that combine breathtaking landscapes, visits to wine estates with tastings, traditional gastronomy and unforgettable river cruises.

We work with trusted local partners to ensure quality, authenticity and support for the regional community.

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