Rabelo Boat Tour in Pinhão: 2-Hour UNESCO Heritage Vineyard Riverscape

Experience a 2-hour Rabelo Boat Tour in Pinhão, navigating a UNESCO heritage vineyard riverscape. Sail under the Eiffel iron bridge and admire terraced vineyards down to the river. Use our app for commentary and enjoy the scenic views in any weather.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Vale do Douro - Navigate a special river, in the heart of the first demarcated wine region in the world, and UNESCO heritage.
    We start in Pinhão, pass under the Eiffel iron bridge, sail up the river to the Roncão area, returning to Pinhão.
    You will see vineyards on terraces down to the river, in a landscape without national roads or road traffic….
What's Included
  • Geo-localized audio guide app providing live commentary on sights.
Additional Information

Sail through a unique river in the heart of the world’s first demarcated wine region, a UNESCO heritage site.
Our journey begins in Pinhão, passing beneath the Eiffel iron bridge, and cruising up the river to the Roncão area before returning to Pinhão.
Marvel at the terraced vineyards that stretch down to the river, in a landscape free from national…

Location
Magnifico Douro Eventos
Magnificent Douro Pier, in Pinhão, near the iron bridge, in front of the gate of the gardens of the Vintage House Hotel. Enter over the bridge.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Herv_m181
Oct 12, 2024
Wonderful visit - Good care Very nice visit along the Douro to Tua. Nice vintage boat. Very helpful staff. To do absolutely
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963francoisep
Aug 22, 2024
Very good value for money. Beautiful. - Very nice boat ride on the Douro. The Audio Guide app on the phone works very well. No Physical Guide on board. Typical boat with possibility to sit in the shade. Small bar on board: we drank port (paying), which was very nice. I recommend considering the Award. Note that I booked the day before for the next day for 7 people without problem.
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Nolsie1
Aug 2, 2024
Ideal for 2 hour view of the river and vineyards - For what we wanted to do, this cruise was perfect. The views were spectacular from the boat. There was a guide who gave some history but it was more of a chat with couples rather than a broadcast. There is an app you can use with different languages if you want. We already knew the basic history from a previous wine tour in Porto, so we were happy just to see the sights. This is a basic tour, no wine tastings etc. there are plenty of wineries such as Quinta Bomfim which are only 5 minutes walk from where the boat is moored. If you are staying in Pinhão and just want to cruise up the river, this cruise is great value for money.
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Spmmik53
Oct 16, 2024
The very best way to view and experience the steeply terraced Douro vineyards - The 2hr Rabelo boat tour is definitely the best option as this takes you much further east along the Douro river. The views onto the steeply terraced vineyards either side of the river are spectacular. Of note: there are no bathroom facilities on board. Parking near the dock area can be a challenge, especially at weekends. A definite "must do" if you are visiting Pinhao and absolutely does justice to this fabulous region of Portugal.
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Filqyre
Sep 27, 2024
Travel by the river Douro - The visit itself was good, the views were beautiful, good organization, however, lacked a little explanation about the farms, taking this out, impeccable. Staff impecável
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Lara_j
Jul 31, 2024
Beauty of the Douro Valley - A nice day on the river! Boat travels up river rather than down : area is less developed. Sit on left side of the boat to beat the heat mid day!
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Snwbrdr86
Jul 30, 2024
Good boat ride with audio guide - The boat tour was nice, just as expected. Audio guide worked fine with just enough good info which improves the experience.
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M0nycka
Oct 25, 2024
Beautiful green hills. Easy, easy. Round the church. - This boat trip takes 2 hours. You leave from Pinhão and sail one way for 1 hour and then the same route back for an hour. You can download an app that you can listen to an audio guide with. It was often difficult to hear because the sound of the boat's engine made a lot of noise. The setting is very nice. You sail past all Porto farms/quintas. The well-known brands can also be seen. Apart from being a beautiful sight, the hills and all the greenery it is quite boring. Especially since you sail back the same part you have already seen. It costs €25 p.p.
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Marcel
Jun 29, 2024
2h boat tour on the Douro - The tour was unfortunately monotonous and the information about the audio guide was manageable. One hour would have been enough. With the rental car off the river you have more photo highlights. The staff was very nice.
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Brunelloafcionado
Oct 21, 2024
Not the tour for you unless you want an audio tour. - Not the tour to choose if you want a guided tour It is done via an audio app that unless you have headphones or buds is useless. Choose one of the others. The lady on the boat Unbelievable is whom we should have chosen. Unfortunately someone recommend this tour outfit. I didn't research it as I assumed they gave me a proper recommendation knowing I prefer guided tours. Pedestrian at best.
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