Name: Bike &amp; Boat Douro: Premium Balcony Suite
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Discover Douro Valley: Bike & Boat in Portugal

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You can choose between four cabin categories: category A, C, D, or a premium balcony suite. By choosing this premium balcony suite, you will get a cabin on the upper deck with a private exterior balcony and a bigger living space.

This Douro bike and wine tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Portugal’s Douro Valley, where guided bike tours and scenic boat cruises unveil the region’s rich wine-making heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Pedal through terraced vineyards, historic villages, and picturesque towns, and sample authentic port wines! With all-inclusive meals and gear provided, this guided bike and boat tour provides a seamless and immersive experience amidst the stunning beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Arrive at Porto Airport—located just 18 km from the city center—no later than 3 pm, when check-in on board the ALVA begins. At 4:30 pm, our guide welcomes us aboard, docked on the south bank of the Douro with sweeping views of Porto’s Old Town and the iconic Ponte Dom Luís I. We then set off on a guided walking tour of the city, taking in its colorful riverfront houses and rich history stretching back to Roman times. The evening ends with dinner on board, moored overnight in Porto.
  
  Meals: Dinner
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- We depart Porto before breakfast, sailing upriver toward Peso da Régua, the capital of the Alto Douro — the world’s oldest protected wine region. After lunch on board, we set off on our first cycling stage, descending gently toward the Douro through sweeping river valley views. We finish in Pinhão, the geographical heart of Port wine country, surrounded by famous quintas. The evening is spent at a dinner and Portuguese cultural evening hosted at one of these manor houses.
  
  Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  Cycling: 25 km (16 mi)
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- Before the ship sets sail, we head out on a morning bike ride through the mountainous hinterlands north of the river, passing through the village of Sabrosa — birthplace of Ferdinand Magellan — and winding through vineyards along the Rio Pinhão back to the boat. In the afternoon, we relax on the sun deck as the ship navigates toward the Spanish border, passing through the wild and serene Douro Natural Park. We moor overnight at Barca d’Alva, where the border between Portugal and Spain runs through the middle of the river.
  
  Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  Cycling: 23 km (15 mi)
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- We spend the day on a longer cycling adventure through this remote border landscape, riding south toward the star-shaped fortified town of Almeida — one of Portugal’s best-preserved fortresses, with walls dating back through centuries of conflict and last used during the Napoleonic Wars. On our return to the Douro, we pass through quiet farming valleys and catch sight of the hilltop fortress of Castelo Rodrigo before a final descent with panoramic views of the river valley.
  
  Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  Cycling: 59 km (37 mi)
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- The ship stays anchored at the Spanish border through midday, giving us time for one more ride on the north bank of the river. Shuttled up to the high plateau, we begin our descent from the hamlet of Poiares, riding through a wild and secluded gorge with dramatic views at every turn. Back on board, we enjoy lunch as the ship heads downstream through the heart of the Alto Douro. We spend the afternoon on the sun deck soaking in the steep river bends before arriving back in Pinhão for the night.
  
  Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  Cycling: 16 km (10 mi)
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- After breakfast we sail to Régua, where a minibus takes us to Lamego—a historic town elevated to a bishopric in the 7th century and famous for its monumental Baroque double staircase leading to the church of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios. We start our ride from this hilltop vantage point, descending through Lamego’s old town and along a scenic route back to the riverbank at Peso da Régua. We then continue by boat toward Porto, stopping for the night at the river port of Cais da Lixa.
  
  Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  Cycling: 22 km (14 mi)
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- As the ship arrives back in Porto, we head straight out on our final ride—following the river to its mouth and continuing along the Atlantic coast through pine forests, dune landscapes, and seaside towns to the beach of Furadouro, where we stop for a coffee before being transferred back to Porto. In the evening, our guide leads us through Vila Nova de Gaia to a traditional Port wine cellar, where we tour the “cathedral of wine” and enjoy a tasting. We gather for a farewell dinner on board, moored one last night in Porto.
  
  Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  Cycling: 45 km (29 mi)
  Accommodation: ALVA cruise ship
- After a final breakfast buffet on board, a complimentary transfer to the airport departs at around 9:00. The journey covers 16 miles and takes roughly 25–40 minutes.
  
  Meals: Breakfast
  
  Note: Due to maritime regulations, ships are only allowed to sail during daylight hours, which may lead to adjustments in the time allocated for shore excursions, particularly in the fall season. In such cases, the guides modify bike routes to accommodate shorter daily programs.

- Included:
  
  2 experienced guides with extensive knowledge of the area (bike guide and driver/guide for the support van)
  
  8-day guided Douro bike and wine tour by boat (6 days of guided cycling tours)
  
  Accommodation for 7 nights aboard the ALVA cruise ship (you choose the cabin) — bathroom amenities, bathrobe and bottled water in your cabin
  
  All transportation during the tour as described in the itinerary
  
  All meals:
  
  7 breakfasts on board
  
  6 lunches served buffet-style or as a picnic
  
  7 multi-course dinners
  
  All drinks, with the exception of champagne and exclusive premium selections
  
  Free use of on-board facilities such as fitness area and sauna (special discount on spa treatments)
  
  Guided visits and tours as described in the itinerary
  
  Visit to a Port Wine Bodega & tasting in Porto
  
  Guided visits with local guides and entrance fees in Porto, Lamego & Alameida
  
  Electric bike rental
  
  Support vehicle — service station accompanying bus with transfer option and technical support
  
  All port and passenger fees (tourist taxes)
  
  Airport transfer on departure day (at 9 am)
  
  CO2 compensation of the program
  
  Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):
  
  Helmet rental
  
  Not included:
  
  Flights to Portugal
  
  Airport transfer to the boat on arrival
  
  Bike insurance
  
  Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
  
  Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
  
  Guide gratuities — optional
- To join this Douro Valley e-bike & boat tour, good fitness is required. Over the course of the trip, you’ll cover a total of approximately 185–200 km (116–125 mi) by e-bike.
  
  The most you’ll cycle within a day is up to 59 km (37 mi). While northern Portugal is mountainous, the routes are designed to make the most of the terrain—you’ll spend more time cycling downhill than up, and all gradients are easily manageable on an e-bike. Most riding takes place on quiet, low-traffic country roads. Two days see slightly more traffic than usual: day 5, and day 6 through the town of Lamego. Check the itinerary for day-by-day distances.
  
  For more adventures in the area, check out our selection of Portugal bike tours.
- Be prepared for changeable weather, since you travel through a climatic region between mountains and sea. It can often be quite cool and temperature fluctuations between morning and evening are the rule—so you need clothing for both hot and cool conditions.
  
  Don’t forget to pack a warm jacket or sweater and rain protection, as weather changes and occasional rain showers are common in northern Portugal during spring and autumn.
  
  Duffle bag for all your personal belongings
  
  Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  
  Comfortable biking clothes
  
  Running shoes
  
  Rain jacket
  
  Warm jacket or sweater
  
  Dinner clothes
  
  Swimwear
  
  Spare clothes for layering
  
  Sunhat
  
  Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, etc.)
  
  Sunglasses
  
  Camera — optional (but recommended)
  
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- Premium rental bikes are included in the price of your tour. Your guides offer the VELO DE VILLE AEB CLASSIC e-bike, a convenient step-through frame for easy mounting and maximum comfort. Powered by a Bosch motor system (Active Line, Active Line Plus, or Performance Line) and a 400 Wh battery, these bikes offer a reliable range for your daily explorations. They are equipped with a smooth-shifting Shimano drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, and a suspension fork for added comfort on varied terrain. The durable Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus tires provide excellent puncture protection for a worry-free journey.
- Group sizes and pricing
  
  For this Douro bike & boat tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1. There will be one guide cycling with the group and one guide accompanying the tour in a support van.
  
  It takes a minimum of 8 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 16 participants.
  
  If you’re a solo traveller, you’re welcome to join the tour, but paying for the single occupancy cabin is mandatory. It is not possible to join the tour solo and share the cabin with another guest.
  
  Douro bike & wine tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
  
  Min. age requirements
  
  If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  
  Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Douro bike & wine tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
  
  If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
- The price for this Douro River bike tour is based on twin-share cabins, but a single occupancy cabin can be arranged at an additional fee*. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
  
  Solo travelers are welcome to join, but adding the single cabin surcharge is mandatory—this will be automatically sorted at checkout once you tell us if you’re traveling alone or with someone else.
  
  *Single occupancy cabin is available if choosing a category A, C, or D cabin. Single occupancy is NOT available for the premium balcony suite.
- To get to your Douro bike & wine tour, most people fly into Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), only 30 minutes from Porto. From there, you can rent a car or take a bus, taxi or metro to the city center.
  
  When booking a flight, please bear in mind that it should not arrive later than 3 pm, since your guide will welcome you aboard the ship at 4:30 pm and take you on a guided city tour afterwards.
  
  Your river cruise ship A-ROSA ALVA will be moored on the southern bank of the Douro River, with a wonderful view of the monumental old town and the Eiffel Bridge Ponte Dom Luís I, a symbol of Porto.
- We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
  
  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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