Programme:
12:00 p.m Reception and embarkation at the private pier in Pinhão;
Welcome drink accompanied by roasted Douro almonds;
Lunch served on the deck at the stern;
Charming cruise towards Tua;
03:00 p.m Arrival and disembarkation at the private pier in Pinhão.
Tasting menu: €96 per person (select as extra)
- Douro extra virgin olive oil tasting with fleur de sel;
- Negrinha do Freixo olives and seasoned chives;
- Douro cornbread, artisanal bread, and thin toasts;
- Whipped butter with Douro herbs;
- Handmade Pipadouro "Bôla".
Select 5 Options
- Portuguese Cheese and Charcuterie Board
Azeitão cheese, Terrincho cheese, São Jorge cheese, smoked ham, Douro "salpicão" and smoked "salpicão".
Sliced codfish loin with red onion, chives, and fresh herbs, doused with Douro extra virgin olive oil.
- Seared Foie Gras Toast with Rocket
Seared foie gras, rocket, Douro fig jam, and balsamic vinegar.
- Pipadouro Grilled Charcuterie Selection
"Alheira", “chorizo” and "salpicão", served with cornbread.
- Pipadouro Gratin Portobello
Portobello mushrooms filled with onion, bacon, pepper, tomato, and fresh herbs.
Traditional "Alheira" slices wrapped in sweet and sour pastry.
Asparagus tart with cream cheese and fresh herbs.
- Pipadouro Bruschetta Selection
Tomato and rocket | mushrooms and brie | avocado and prawns | codfish and pepper jam.
Smoked salmon with capers, chives, parsley, and onion.
Beef tenderloin, Parmesan cheese, pepper, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar glaze, rocket, and a slice of bread fried in olive oil. Puff pastry stuffed with minced meat.
Dessert
- Laminated seasonal fruit;
- Almond pie or
- Apple crumble with vanilla ice cream or
- PipaDouro chocolate cake or
- Romeu & Julieta (mountain cheese with marmalade).
Waters, tea, and coffee service.
Includes
Couvert, main dishes, dessert, and beverages were mentioned.
Not Included
Other drinks are served on board.
Extras:
- Classic wine pairing: + €54 per person;
- Vintage wine pairing: + €66 per person.
Note: This experience is sold as a package; in other words, the reservation covers the entire cruise for the total number of participants selected, not the price per person.