Douro River Solar Boat: Eco-Friendly Wine Tour

Embark on a sustainable tour of the Douro River on a solar boat, enjoying the breathtaking landscape and a wine tasting from a renowned winery. Discover the serenity of the waters and the region’s fauna and flora.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Douro Valley - Tour on the Douro River; we see Port wine farms in the Pinhão area, Panoramic View of Vila do Pinhão, Natural Landscape. Glide along the river and admire the Douro Valley scenery aboard a solar boat. Relax on a cruise among stunning vine terraces, learn about local history, and savor 2 fine wines from Adega de Favaios.
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What's Included
  • 1-hour shared Eco Friendly Solar Boat trip
  • Wine Tasting - All inclusive
  • Original Local Grape Juice (for Non alcoholic & Kids)
  • Expert guide
  • On board Wifi, music system, and captain on board
  • Photography opportunities
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

Embark on an one-of-a-kind and eco-friendly journey on the Douro River aboard our cutting-edge solar boat. Soak in the tranquillity of the river while taking in the awe-inspiring scenery that unfolds around you.
The boat, energized by the sun, offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience while also demonstrating a commitment to the environment. You’ll feel a…

Location
Daurum Solar Boats
Rua da Praia
If by Car: Park near the station and follow the promenade. Walk along Avenida da Marginal with the river on your left. Pass the pedestrian bridge and the railway bridge. Arrival at the Pier: Find the pier and look for signs of Daurum. Instructions on G Maps: search for Daurum Solar Boats
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Daytrip14747714167
Dec 31, 2024
Great Solar Boat Tour - Despite the cool weather, we had a great tour of the river. The host and hostess were very accommodating and answered all of our questions about the area. Highly recommended!!
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Lotstoseeinthisworld
Dec 31, 2024
Serene, peaceful and educational experience - The guides/captains were very friendly and knowledgeable about the local culture. The two wines we tasted were delicious. The solar boat added to the experience because it was silent so you could enjoy the serenity of the beautiful surroundings as you glide up and down the Douro River. The lack of engine noise and gas fumes enhanced both the wine and overall experience. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a peaceful experience in a truly unique area. Five stars!
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Beth_k
Nov 3, 2024
Must do the boat tour.. - It was wonderful going on a solar boat being so quiet and without any exhaust. The day we had was beautiful and the scenery was breathtaking! When searching for the boat location it is off to the side not with the other boats in the front. Use Mapquest to help with the exact location. It would be nice if there was more information about the area provided during the tour.
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Mvasconcelos68
Nov 3, 2024
A different and relaxing walk - Relaxing and different. The silence of the boat is remarkable and it is possible to follow the landscape of the Douro with another calm. The sympathy and information of the guides was also a strong point. The trials of Favaios was relaxed, in line with the tour. I recommend!
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Ferias20022
Nov 3, 2024
Contact with Nature - It was a very nice walk. In fact, being a boat powered by the solar system, we are able to hear nature with much more intensity. Very friendly and welcoming people which makes the tour very personalized. I highly recommend.
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R2783mzdannyb
Oct 30, 2024
Nice boat trip - Lovely an hour of sailing on the Douro with 2 fine glasses of wine. Friendly owners and wonderfully quiet due to the electric motor.
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Gettingoutthere3
Oct 18, 2024
One of My Favorite Activities on My Portugal Trip - Excellent tour! The scenery was fantastic and our guides were friendly and informative. It's a small boat and all of us got to talking, so it also made for some other great recommendations. Our cruise was at noon and we did find parking right by the river, but you might want to get there early if you're driving to find a place to park. Also, there are limited options for eating in that area. But loved the tour; one of my favorite parts of my 2-week trip in Portugal.
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E5509urhoper
Oct 16, 2024
Wonderful hour experiencing the Douro River and wines - We so enjoyed our hour Douro River solar boat cruise. It was very nice to be able to listen to our guides’ information on the river and the wines being served without engine noise getting in the way. No exhaust fumes either. The local wines were tasty and enjoyable. We valued having options of sitting in either the sun or shade under the cover. All and all in was a great way to experience the Douro Valley.
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R1097zqnadinec
Oct 12, 2024
Beautiful scenery - Very relaxing, beautiful and informative! Small group with a more personal feel. The view from the river is outstanding.
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Beachbun9
Nov 3, 2024
Don’t miss out on the boat journey.. - The views were amazing and the weather was beautiful that day. We loved being on a solar boat as it was quiet and free of boat exhaust. The wine served was good and from a particular vineyard that not a lot was said about. It would have been nice to have had more information provided along our journey down the river.
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