The Douro Valley and Régua are such rich destinations that there's no shortage of experiences to make the most of your days! From wine tastings and boat trips to visiting monuments, your stay won't be enough to enjoy all the activities!

In this post we give you 5 tips for unmissable day trips in the Douro Valley and Régua.  

1. Douro Historical Train  

Taking a ride on the historic Douro train can become one of your best experiences, as it's one of Portugal's most popular tourist attractions. This trip offers a unique experience marked by the beauty of the Douro landscape and the antiquity of the steam train. 

This experience consists of a full-day tour from Régua/Amarante/Vila Real with the following adventures: 

• 10:00 AM – Hotel Pick-up; 

• 11:00 AM – Visit to the farm and wine tasting; 

• 12:30 PM – Lunch; 

• 3:00 PM – Meeting point at Régua Station; 

• 3:30 PM – Start of the journey on the Douro Historical Train with the iconic CP 186 locomotive and 5 historic wooden carriages, through the majestic Douro landscape; 

• 4:40 PM – Arrival at Tua Station; 

• Free Time; 

• 5:06 PM – Departure of the Historic Train bound for Régua; 

• 6:26 PM – Estimated arrival at Régua Station; 

• 7:00 PM – Hotel Drop-off. 

2. By Train Budget Tours 

Lamego is a historic and monumental city located in the Douro region, belonging to the district of Viseu. 

This city has a rich cultural and architectural heritage that dates back to its Roman origins and the abundance of the 17th and 18th centuries. 

If you would like to explore this region, we offer a tour of Lamego departing from Régua, including a train, lunch, a farm stay, a boat trip, and the following itinerary: 

• 09:20 – Departure from Régua Station 

• 09:46 – Arrival at Pinhão Station 

• 10:30 AM – Rabelo Pinhão Boat Trip (1 hour) 

• 11:30 AM – Departure for Ucanha 

• 12:30 PM – Lunch at the traditional Ucanha restaurant 

• 2:30 PM – Lazarim 

• 4:00 PM – Visit to the farm and wine tasting 

• 6:00 PM – Arrival in Régua         

 3. Wine Tastings and Experiences at Private Estates 

Experiences at private and exclusive wine estates are truly memorable and can encourage visitors to explore the world of wine. Here are some suggestions of renowned wine estates in the Douro Valley to make your experience even more special. 

3.1. Wine Tasting at Quinta do Vale Meão

Vale Meão, or Quinta do Vale Meão, is a treasure located in the Douro Valley, near the border with Spain. 

In addition to producing incredible wines and being known for its red wine, Quinta do Vale Meão offers an enriching experience for visitors, from wine tasting to the unique landscapes it provides. 

It's worth visiting and exploring this winery gem! Check out the program: 

• 09:18 Departure from Peso da Régua Station 

• 10:45 – Arrival at Pocinho 

• 11:00 AM – Visit and wine tasting at Quinta do Vale Meão 

• 12:30 – Visit to the Covered Almond workshop 

• 1:00 PM Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Torre de Moncorvo. 

• 2:00 PM Guided tour of the village of Torre de Moncorvo 

• 3:30 PM – Lakes Circuit Flavor 

3.2. Wine Tasting at Quinta do Vesúvio 

Vale Meão, or Quinta do Vale Meão, is a treasure located in the Douro Valley, near the border with Spain. 

In addition to producing incredible wines and being known for its red wine, Quinta do Vale Meão offers an enriching experience for visitors, from wine tasting to the unique landscapes it provides. 

It's worth visiting and exploring this winery gem! Check out the program: 

• 09:18 Departure from Peso da Régua Station 

• 10:45 – Arrival at Pocinho 

• 11:00 AM – Visit and wine tasting at Quinta do Vale Meão 

• 12:30 – Visit to the Covered Almond workshop 

• 1:00 PM Lunch at a traditional restaurant in Torre de Moncorvo. 

• 2:00 PM Guided tour of the village of Torre de Moncorvo 

• 3:30 PM – Lakes Circuit Flavor 

3.2. Wine Tasting at Quinta do Vesúvio 

At Quinta da Pacheca you can enjoy 2 DOC wines + 2 Port wines while being guided through the property to learn about its history and winemaking processes. 

Regarding lunch, the meal includes: 1 starter + 1 main course + 1 dessert + Drinks included (Gramada Grande Reserva) of your choice. 

3.4. Quinta do Ventozelo 

At Quinta do Ventozelo you can taste some wines such as: Azul de Ventozelo DOC Douro Branco; Quinta de Ventozelo DOC Douro Malvasia Fina; Quinta de Ventozelo DOC Douro Viosinho; Azul de Ventozelo DOC Douro Tinto; Quinta de Ventozelo DOC Douro Touriga Franca. 

In addition to wine tasting, this tour also includes insurance, hotel pick-up/drop-off, professional driver with CAP certification, tour guide, air-conditioned vehicle, tickets to two wineries, lunch, and complimentary bottled water. 

3.5. Quinta da Val Moreira 

At Quinta do Ventozelo you can taste some wines such as: Azul de Ventozelo DOC Douro Branco; Quinta de Ventozelo DOC Douro Malvasia Fina; Quinta de Ventozelo DOC Douro Viosinho; Azul de Ventozelo DOC Douro Tinto; Quinta de Ventozelo DOC Douro Touriga Franca. 

In addition to wine tasting, this tour also includes insurance, hotel pick-up/drop-off, professional driver with CAP certification, tour guide, air-conditioned vehicle, tickets to two wineries, lunch, and complimentary bottled water. 

3.5. Quinta da Val Moreira 

Quinta do Tedo is an award-winning agritourism property located in the heart of the Douro Valley. This 18th-century estate is situated among vineyards that rise above the dramatic confluence of the Douro and Tedo rivers. 

At this property, you will find a tasting of 2 DOC wines (reserve and grand reserve), and 3 Port wines (Fine Tawny, LBV 2016, and Vintage). 

Lunch is served in a high-quality service area within a familiar, discreet, and comfortable environment, using seasonal and regional ingredients to create dishes of great depth, flavor, and meaning. 

4. Visit to Viewpoints and Monuments 

4.1. St. Leonard of Galafura 

The São Leonardo de Galafura viewpoint is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the Douro region, offering a sublime view over the Douro River and surrounding landscape from an altitude of 640 meters. 

The program includes: 

• Insurance 

• Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off 

• Professional driver with CAP (Certificate of Professional Aptitude). 

• Tourist guide 

• Vehicle with air conditioning 

• Tickets for two farms 

• Lunch 

• Visit to a viewpoint 

• Offer bottled water 

 4.2 Visit to the Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas 

The Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas is a monastery located in the municipality of Tarouca. The Monastery houses works by some of the greatest names in Portuguese painting, such as Vasco Fernandes (Grão Vasco), Bento Coelho da Silveira and Pascoal Parente.  

Since 2011, the space has been open to the public, where it is possible to visit the museum's core collection and the exhibition of Expressions of Religious Art from the Monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas. 

We offer a complete tour, as you will find unmissable attractions on the way to this monument.

Murganheira Caves. 

For lunch, you will have a meal at a traditional restaurant in Ucanha, from where you can see the fortified bridge. 

At the end of the meal, you will visit one of the many Douro wine estates where you can taste their exquisite wines. 

To relax and end the day in an exceptional way, you will take a trip on a Rabelo boat from Pinhão. 

The program includes: 

• Pick-up and Drop-off  

• Monastery Tickets 

• Visit to the cellars 

• Visit to the farm and boat trip 

• Lunch 

 

4.3 Jeep Tours in Nature 

Enjoy a jeep tour of the Azibo Reservoir, observing the surrounding biodiversity heritage.  

This activity includes stops at viewpoints and strategic points for bird watching. 

If you are interested in taking a tour with Feel Discovery, please contact us by email: reservations@feeldiscovery.com