Pinhão: Electric Boat Experience 1h - Taste of Two Wines

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Embark on a unique and sustainable tour of the Douro River on our innovative solar boat. Let yourself be enveloped by the serenity of the waters while enjoying the breathtaking landscape unfolding before your eyes.

The vessel, powered by the energy of the sun, provides not only a memorable experience, but also a gesture of respect for the environment. You will feel connected to nature, without harmful noise or emissions.

As we sail through the calm waters, you will have the opportunity to admire the terraced vineyards, the fauna and flora of the region and a wine tasting from one of the most renowned wineries in Douro and Portugal, Adega de Favaios. Our team will be at your disposal to share local stories and interesting information about the region, making your experience even more enriching.

Whether on a romantic trip for two, a family getaway or with a group of friends, our solar boat trips on the Douro River

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Keep in mind that there are no restroom facilities on board. Please use the restroom before embarking on the tour.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

photography opportunities

On board Wifi, music system, and captain on board

Expert guide

Original Local Grape Juice ( for Non alcoholic & Kids)

1-hour shared Eco Friendly Solar Boat trip

All Fees and Taxes

Wine Tasting - All inclusive

Gratuities

Personal expenses

What To Expect

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Pinhao

Pinhão is a picturesque town nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley in Portugal. Known for its stunning landscapes of terraced vineyards cascading down the hills along the Douro River, Pinhão is a haven for wine enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The town is surrounded by some of the world's oldest and most renowned wine estates, producing the famous Port wine for which the region is celebrated. Visitors can explore the historic quayside adorned with traditional azulejo tiles, wander through charming streets lined with colorful houses, and savor local delicacies at cozy cafes and restaurants. Pinhão also serves as a gateway to the Douro Valley, offering boat cruises along the river and scenic train rides through the vineyard-covered hills, providing an unforgettable experience of Portugal's rich cultural and natural heritage.

Admission Not Applicable

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Pinhão: Electric Boat Experience 1h - Taste of Two Wines

Reviews

4.86

194 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

177

Mellow river ride
sarahms188,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I had a lovely late afternoon sunset boat ride with Maria and Fabiana. Maria was tremendously knowledgeable about the area, from the surrounding vineyards to facts about the river. An hour was long enough for the actual boat traverse since he sun was down by the time we docked. We had a great time overall.
Best Hour In Pinhao
sturat911,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fantastic experience. Even though the day was full of rain, the clear covers kept us dry and the views were wonderful. The two wines were quality wines.David and Jiao(?) were excellent Guides and answered all our questions. Because the boat is electric, conversing with the others on the trip was easy. This was a special way to spend an hour on the Duoro River.
Tranquility on the Douro!
Keith F,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very pleasant experience, with a very engaging guide & two lovely local wines. The solar-powered boat was particularly interesting & of course quiet.
Experience Top
138lu sc,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The experience was very good and pleasant. The boat staff were very friendly and polite. It was a very good time :)
Rain didn’t stop us
LaRene K,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lovely couple gave us a gentle tour on the wayer . It was raining but,the plastic side covers kept us dry . We tasted two local wines , learned about the Duoro Valley history and enjoyed visiting the other people on the boat . So kind that he waited 5 minutes, as our train came late .
Beautiful trip
BLT202306,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Weather cleared for a beautiful trip down the river. The advantage of the quiet solar boat was lost a little with the private conversations of the tour guide during the trip. Apart from this, they were knowledgeable and friendly and would still recommend.
Excellent small group experience on living
michaelbQ8186NY,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent small group experience in a quiet solar powered boat. Our guide Maria was excellent and very low key and are our pilot Jooa was very good.. can't highly recommend this enough, especially compared to the big boat tours
Good start to the day!
Danielle H,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The morning started out with light rain but the boat has plastic walls and blankets so you don’t get drenched (unless you’re at the front!). I liked the quietness of the electric motor, and the calmness of the river. It stopped raining and was even better. The guide was nice and very knowledgeable. We tried a white wine and fortified wine and refills were €2.50 or €3.00! Perfect for a group of friends or in our case, my husband and I became part of a group of friends from Texas that were joining the tour. It was a long enough ride to enjoy the views but not too long that you can’t plan a day of other activities. A great way to start the day full of visiting quintas.
Recommend
guy h,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Nice little ride on a boat running on electric power Guide and very nice captain Excellent tasting wines
Nice beautiful brief tour...
ic2ss,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Nice quiet hour ride on the river with two tastings that were both good. Views were beautiful from the river. Our host was knowledgable and we enjoyed this smaller tour that was much more preferred over the other larger boats. They sent details to me about our tour and how to get there by train and where to meet for the boat, however, if you're driving there by car like we did there was no information about where to park. I did reach out and they responded about where to park. Not an easy place to park in with the narrow street getting down to the water area. You would think they would include that info in their standard instructions. Nice brief tour and worth the price if you don't want to spend a lot of time on the river.