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Douro Valley & Historic Train

Vila Nova de Gaia 1 - 20 people 12 Hours
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1 Adult(s)
Adult(s) 150,00 € / each
Children up to 3 year(s) Free
Children up to 11 year(s) 82,50 € / each
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Adult(s) 150,00 € / each
Children up to 3 year(s) Free
Children up to 11 year(s) 82,50 € / each
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About the Activity
Start the programme at the Gaia Pier by boarding a boat to the city of Régua. 

After disembarking at the Régua Pier, you should proceed to the Régua station, where you will embark on a magical journey along the Douro line aboard a Historic Train. This charismatic Steam Locomotive 0186, built in 1925 by Henschel & Son, is composed of 5 historic carriages.

Admire the Douro Wine Valley on a journey that transports you through time. The train will take you to Tua, the return trip to Régua will be made on the same train, travelling the opposite route. 

Along the way you will also stop at Pinhão station, where you can admire the beautiful tiles that adorn the train station, one of the most beautiful in Portugal.

 Come on a unique journey to the past, marked by the beauty of the landscape classified by UNESCO as World Heritage. 

Highlights:
  • Douro boat trip between Vila Nova de Gaia and Peso da Régua, for 12 hours;
  • Pass by Crestuma-Lever and Carrapatelo dam;
  • Breakfast and lunch on board;
  • Walking tour through Régua;
  • Historic train trip from Régua to Tua;
  • Return trip by regular train to Porto.
Region Douro
Duration 12 Hours
Languages Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Starting time 08:00 hours.
Discounts for children Children under 3 years, 100% discount
Children under 11 years, 45% discount
Nº of people Minimum: 1 | Maximum: 20
Meeting point Vila Nova de Gaia Pier
General Rating (3 Ratings)
This activity includes
Boat/Cruise trip
Pedestrian rails
Passenger insurance
Kid friendly
Lunch
Train trip
Regional products tasting
Art & culture
This activity does not include
Hotel pick-up & drop off
Specialized guide
Personal expenses
Conditions
Programme
  • 08:00 a.m: Check in and embarkation at Vila Nova de Gaia Pier;
  • Departure to Régua;
  • Breakfast Service;
  • Crestuma-Lever Dam;
  • Carrapatelo Dam;
  • Port wine apéritif;
  • Lunch served on board;
  • 02:45 p.m: Arrival at Régua Pier (disembark and walk +/- 650 m to the CP Station);
  • 03:05 p.m: Arrival at Régua CP Station and board the Historic Train;
  • 03:28 p.m: Beginning of the trip to Tua and return to Régua;
  • Free time at Tua;
  • 05:06 p.m: Return trip to Régua;
  • 06:26 pm: Expected arrival at Régua's CP;
  • Change to the regular train (without guide);
  • 06:41 p.m: Departure by train to Porto;
  • 08:30 p.m: Expected arrival at Porto (Campanhã Station). 
Cancellation policy
If you cancelled up to 30 days before the experience, we will charge 15% of the total amount;
If you cancelled up to 15 days before the experience, we will charge 30% of the total amount;
If you cancelled up to 7 days before the experience, we will charge 75% of the total amount;
If you cancelled up to 3 days before the experience, we will charge 100%, the total amount;
In addition, all expenses and charges incurred by the operator with transportation, hotels or any other non-refundable costs will be charged.
Notes
The tour is autonomous and does not include a guide.
The schedule is subject to change.
It is held on Saturdays between June and October.
Itinerary
Douro Valley & Historic Train
What people say about this experience (3 Ratings)
  • Manuela
    Manuela
    “Ficamos encantados! ” Que experiência maravilhosa e gratificante. Um passeio numa locomotiva antiga, passando por paisagens lindíssimas, no coração do Douro Vinhateiro! Adoramos o passeio e recomendamos vivamente. Manuela, 25 abr 2022
  • Salvador
    Salvador
    “Pedaço de história” Viagem ao passado com um passeio de tren a vapor que nos faz reviver toda a história dessa magnífica região que é o Douro. Salvador, 29 ago 2021
  • Alan
    Alan
    “Que viagem inesquecível! ” Que experiência incrível! O comboio histórico é como viajar no tempo! Recomendo para quem, como eu, gosta de conhecer a história dos locais e do povo! Cada vez mais apaixonado por este país irmão! Alan, 17 set 2020
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