The Emigrant Cruise is a special themed programme celebrating the return home with an unforgettable day in the Douro Valley. The journey starts at the Vila Nova de Gaia Pier, with breakfast on board, passing through the Crestuma-Lever and Carrapatelo dams, and lunch served on the boat. Upon arrival in Régua, it includes a visit to the Douro Museum with a Port wine tasting and nuts, free time in the city, and return to Porto by train, arriving at São Bento Station.
DATES: August 10th, 12th and 14th
08:00 – Passenger boarding at the Vila Nova de Gaia Pier
14:45 – Expected arrival in Régua and disembarkation
15:30 – Visit to the Douro Museum
17:10 – Departure by train towards Porto (São Bento Station)
19:10 – Expected arrival at São Bento Station
End of our services
| Prices (per person) | Week | Saturday and Sunday | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| March to May and October to December | € | € | |
| June to September | € | € | |
| Adults | 95.00€ | ||
| Children up to 3 years | Free 100% Discount | ||
| Children aged 4 to 11 years | Free 50% Discount | ||
The Emigrant Cruise includes an upstream boat journey from Porto to the charming city of Régua, on a special day designed to celebrate the return home and experience the Douro in a truly memorable way. To join this experience, please present yourself at the Vila Nova de Gaia Pier, where this fantastic adventure begins.
Throughout the cruise, you will enjoy stunning scenery and relax with breakfast served on board as you sail through one of Portugal’s most iconic landscapes — the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage region.
The journey continues through the Crestuma-Lever and Carrapatelo dams, two impressive moments of this river adventure. Before arriving in Régua, a delicious lunch will be served on board so you can recharge and make the most of the rest of the day.
In Régua, the programme includes a visit to the Douro Museum, with a tasting of 1 Port wine and regional nuts, followed by free time to explore the city at your own pace.
The return to Porto is comfortable and scenic by train, arriving at São Bento Station, ending this day on a high note.
Come with us to discover the very best of the Douro and celebrate this return home with a truly unique experience!
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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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We work with some of the finest operators, wine estates and institutions in the Douro region to guarantee authentic, high-quality experiences.
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