15 Best Douro River Cruises

“Our day tour was fantastic! Our guide, “Jesus,” was incredibly engaging and enjoyable. Each winery offered a unique experience and the knowledgeable staff provided a wealth of information about port wine. We also learned fascinating details about the wine regions and their distinct characteristics and…”

“The guide is super nice and funny，he gives nice intro during whole trip and whole tour is very well organized，we enjoyed our time in wine yard also cruise tour”

“Definitely worth taking some time out from walking and exploring Porto to do this. It’s an enjoyable 50 minute cruise up and down the river. You also learn some of the history and information surrounding the bridges and Porto along the way.”

“Luis was a great guide, very knowledgeable and attentive to everyone’s needs. The cruise was canceled due to extremely high water due to the unprecedented rain across Spain and Portugal this winter. Another wine tasting was added and added to the experience. Lunch was wonderful…”

“Our guide Nuno was knowledgeable and his commentary was sprinkled with humour making the information interesting and fun. Sergio was an excellent driver and friendly driver. The scenery was beautiful through the valley despite the time of year.”

“Really lovely experience travelling around very informative and knowledgeable guide was so friendly definitely recommend”

“Fantastic trip with our guide King George II Lovely wineries, food and scenery”

“We so enjoyed our trip with Jeremy as our guide! He was knowledgeable about the area and he made the trip a lot of fun. The area is beautiful even on a rainy day (which ours was). The traditional lunch was delicious and the boat…”

“Fantastic (and efficient) way to experience a special taste of the Douro when time is limited. Wonderful guide/driver, well-selected vineyards, and delicious lunch.”

“nice..we had so much fun at the boat looking for the bridges”

“It was a book, but comfortable day to be out on the water. The commentary about the sights in the area was quite good. It”

“Do not miss this experience! Book it now! Incredible time! Andreia was fantastic, superb guide and knowledgeable about Portugal and wines! Will be coming back!!”

“The wine tour is operated by EFun Tours, we visited Douro Valley on 26 Dec and it was amazing trip for wine newbies. Itinerary was Pickup spot to 1st wine taste, boat ride, lunch then 2nd wine taste before back to pickup spot. Special shoutout…”

“This a great way to explore the city with a small group. Just be aware that Porto in a city of hills, so wear very comfortable shoes. We had Flavia, who was very knowledgeable and interesting. Highly recommended!”

“A fantastic full day trip made extra special by the guide ricardo and driver nunu. Ricardo was enthusiastic , making the trip fun and enjoyable whist also being very knowledgeable. Wine tasting was good and at various locations. Thanks for a great day.”