Douro Valley: 1h Rabelo Boat Tour with Audio Guide Included

Overview

Available languages

German

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Embark on a scenic one-hour cruise aboard a traditional Rabelo boat through the breathtaking UNESCO-listed Douro Valley. Departing from Pinhão, you'll sail past picturesque terraced vineyards and historic wine estates such as Bonfim, Carvalhas, Ventozelo and Roncão, while crossing under the iconic Eiffel Bridge. Drift through the serene Romaneira valley, a tranquil area rich with history and beauty. Enhance your journey with a complimentary multilingual Audio Guide App, offering insights into the region’s winemaking heritage, history, and ecosystem—accessible offline.

- Cruise the Douro River aboard an authentic Rabelo boat

- Marvel at the terraced vineyards and historic estates of the Douro Valley

- Learn about the region’s rich viticulture with our multilingual Audio Guide App

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We work with several models of Rabelo boats

The minimum drinking age is 18 years old

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Pets Welcome Onboard

Traditional Rabelo Boat Ride

1 Hour Panoramic Boat Tour

Friendly Atmosphere and Helpful Staff

Skipper and Audio Guide in 5 different languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese

Photo Ops of Douro's UNESCO World Heritage Site

Hotel pick up and drop off

Gratuities

What To Expect

Quinta do Bomfim

Quinta do Bomfim, acquired by George Warre for Dow’s in 1896, sits in the 'well-placed valley' near Pinhão, a legacy continued by the Symington family since 1912. Positioned in the Upper Douro Valley, the estate benefits from a transitional climate and south-facing schist terraces, vital for producing Dow’s distinguished Vintage Ports. The vineyard’s grapes are processed at an on-site winery, where traditional foot-treading in modern lagares honors centuries-old winemaking practices, ensuring the continued excellence of their Ports.

Admission Not Applicable

Quinta de Ventozelo, steeped in history, traces back to Cistercian monks who initiated port wine production in the Douro Valley. Its evolution, from a mention in 1288 to its acquisition by Gran Cruz in 2014, reflects its status as one of the Douro's most significant estates. Today, Ventozelo is renowned for its commitment to wine diversity and sustainable tourism, while preserving its authenticity. Situated in a stunning location, the estate offers a tranquil retreat into nature, where time slows, and the starlit nights are unforgettable.

Admission Not Applicable

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Douro Valley: 1h Rabelo Boat Tour with Audio Guide Included

Reviews

4.13

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lovely cruise
Renee M,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Great tour, the staff was nice. The price was very fair. The scenery was absolutely fantastic. I would do it again.
Gorgeous views along the Douro River
M7906CJpamm,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This boat cruise was one of the highlights of our trip. Such beautiful scenery. The audio was very informative and the staff were nice.
Amazing Douro River Pinhoa
enzam506,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience, lovely boat ride on the river, all 4 of us thoroughly enjoyed it. Easy to find and they found our tickets quickly
It was a nice trip of the...
Ashab N,
Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
It was a nice trip of the river. The staff was nice and the boat as well. There was a good atmosphere
Beautiful and relaxing boat ride.
Kelly S,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lovely boat ride. I listened to the audio tour using my own phone and headphones. If you want to listen it's best to have your own headphones because it will be difficult to hear the guide over the wind and engine noise and it's nicer for the other passengers. We made a mistake and thought we had booked a later time. We arrived an hour after our scheduled tour. Luckily the company was very kind and allowed us to take the later tour. I was surprised at just how relaxing I found the trip. The scenery is just so stunning. The views of the hills, the terraced vineyards, the river, the gentle pace of the boat was really lovely. Our boat had a covered section and an open air section. Since it was not crowded the day we did our tour we enjoyed sitting in both areas. Overall we really enjoyed the tour.
Dissapointing
Akshay P,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
This a boat ride, not a tour. They say you can scan for audio, but no one on the boat did this and it didn’t work for us when we tried. Might have been signal issues. Anyway. A live tour guide would have made this ride enjoyable. It was boring and people were sleeping.
Spectacular scenery, but the noise of the boat engine disturbs
Freedom26834630779,
Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The Douro cruise from Régua offers breathtaking views and confirms why this region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, constant engine noise detracts from the experience. It's worth the scenery, but it could be quieter.
Nice short trip
K976ORthomasw,
May 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked the one-hour tour (without audio guide) and enjoyed the short trip in the nicest weather. The view of the vineyards along the Douro is simply great and whets appetite for the wines grown there.