Douro Valley Wine & E-Bike Tour

Day 1: Porto
Day 2: Pinhão – Vila Nova de Foz Côa, 46 mi. (74 km)
Day 3: Vila Nova de Foz Côa – Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, 26 mi. (42 km)
Day 4: Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo – Marialva, 38 mi. (60 km)
Day 5: Marialva – Penedono, 17 mi.  (27 km)
Day 6: Penedono loop, 25 mi.  (40 km)
Day 7: Penedono – Régua, 32 mi (52 km)
Day 8: Transfer by train to Porto

Day 1: Arrival to Porto
Individual flight arrival to Porto. The airport is approximately 18 km north of the center of Porto. We kindly ask you to book a flight that should arrive no later than 4:00 p.m. At 5:00 p.m. your tour guide welcomes you aboard the A-ROSA ALVA, the newest ship in the A-ROSA fleet! The river cruise ships are located on the southern bank of the Douro with a magnificent view of the monumental old town and the impressive Eiffel Bridge Ponte Dom Luis I., a symbol of Porto.

Porto is ancient and was already a metropolis in Roman times. The favorable location at the mouth of the Douro in the Atlantic owes its importance as an important trading port and today we are delighted by the picturesque view of the colorful, stacked houses on the steep banks of the river.

Before dinner we start with an atmospheric panoramic drive through Porto and a local city guide will inspire you for your city. Dinner and 1st night on board. The ship is in Porto overnight

Day 2: Pinhão – Vila Nova de Foz Côa, 46 mi. (74 km)
This is the land where the cave paintings are classified as World Heritage and also the region that produces the famous Douro wine.
The route begins heading towards Ervedosa do Douro and continues to São João da Pesqueira so that you can truly enjoy the river.

Elevation:
Min: 37 m
Max: 736 m
Ascent: 1266 m
Descent: 1507 m

Today you will travel on shared roads. During busy hours, exiting or entering towns, you may encounter moderate traffic.

Day 3: Vila Nova de Foz Côa – Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, 26 mi. (42 km)
Pedaling towards Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, you will visit the Northern plateau of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a preserved village with its medieval castle, overlooking the highest point of Portugal. You will pass through Castelo Melhor, Algodres, and Vilar de Amargo. Between February and March, this natural landscape is scented and colored by almond blossoms.

Elevation:
Min: 164 m
Max: 642 m
Ascent: 919 m
Descent: 594 m

Today you will cycle on secondary roads only used by locals to access their homes or farms.

Day 4: Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo – Marialva, 38 mi. (60 km)
Today you follow the  course of the Côa River, which leads to Pinhel. Slowly, the route ascends to Marialva. You can visit the castle of four towers and the incredible church of Santiago. Marialva once was a border settlement and is now one of Portugal’s Aldeias Historicas (Historical Villages).

Elevation:
Min: 354 m
Max: 741 m
Ascent: 1289 m
Descent: 1322 m

On this day, you will again travel on secondary roads but always keep in mind that when entering and exiting towns, some traffic is unavoidable.

Day 5: Marialva – Penedono, 17 mi.  (27 km)
Mêda and Ranhados are the  highest points of this route. From this stage we will enjoy the unique landscapes of the vineyards, that portrait the inhabitants of Douro and the vine carving in the mountains.

Elevation: 
Min: 572 m
Max: 407 m
Ascent: 913 m
Descent: 225 m

Secondary roads but always keep in mind that when entering and exiting towns, some traffic is unavoidable.

Day 6: Penedono loop or free day, 25 mi. (40 km)
Enjoy a rest day or, if you prefer to be on the bike, you can cycle a loop, through neighboring villages.  It will not be an easy ride. Leaving Penedono, you will find yourself in the middle of traditional farmlands, dominated by vineyards and chestnuts. The Sernacelhe area is known as chestnut country. Cycling alongside the Távora River, you can enjoy the wonderful geography with the mountains and valleys so typical of this part of the country. If you have the time, be sure to visit the 12th century church.

Elevation:
Min: 553 m
Max: 913 m
Ascent: 759 m
Descent: 755 m

Secondary roads but always keep in mind that when entering and exiting towns, some traffic is unavoidable.

Day 7: Penedono - Régua, 32 mi (52 km)
From here, You will ride along the Douro River. Régua is the last frontier of the Douro wine on the way to Porto.

Elevation:
Min: 78 m
Max: 759 m
Ascent: 921 m
Descent: 1437 m

Secondary roads but always keep in mind that when entering and exiting towns, some traffic is unavoidable.

Day 8: Train transfer from Régua to Porto

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The accommodations for this tour are boutique level hotels. We can send you a sample hotel list. Just ask.