Top 9 Scenic Railroads in Porto, Northern Portugal

May 19, 2022 Phylicia Berquist

The town that gave the country (and port wine) its very name, Porto is Portugal’s second-largest metropolis after Lisbon. Sometimes called Oporto, it's an age-old city that has one foot firmly in the industrial present. The old town, centered at Ribeira, was built on the hills overlooking the Douro River, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 14th-century São Francisco church is a main attraction, as are the local port wine cellars, mostly located across the river at Vila Nova de Gaia.
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1. Half Day Hike and Picnic Tour in Porto's Mountains

São Bento station, Av. Dom Afonso Henriques, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal Hike in Porto
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4.9 based on 37 reviews

You will discover the forest and nature at the "Serras do Porto" park. Leave the noise and stress of the city behind and enter in a natural park where you can hike in the mountains, just beside river, cross suspended bridges and visit ancient villages inhabited by only 5 people. In this perfect bucolic landscapes we will stop for a picnic with traditional products, cheese, fruit, and beverage, including local wine if desired. During the walk it's usual to see the shepherd and his sheep. Feel embraced by the nature, this peaceful place where you only hear the relaxing sound of the river and the birds! Don't forget to bring your camera as you will take amazing photos.

Inclusions: Fruit salad, water melon, roasted sausage, smoked meats, cheese, bread, lupines, olives, egg custards (pastel de nata), and green wine (vinho verde). Fully vegetarian or vegan picnic available.

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Reviewed By Miguel M

Perfect!! They were absolutely "spot on" about all of our requests. Everything on time and absolutely perfectly "seasoned" with our guide Rui explanations and feedback. Next time in Porto will try other experiences for sure...

2. Sunday Trip from Porto to Régua by Train and Return by Boat

Porto São Bento, Praça de Almeida Garrett, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal Living Tours Portugal
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This is the cruise everyone talks about! Enjoy a sublime boat ride: embark in the city of Porto and enjoy the beauty of the Douro to Régua. A magnificent boat tour that takes place on Sunday to discover the best that the Douro has to offer! This day trip offers a cruise from Porto to Régua, including an wonderfull experience. The Alto Douro Vinhateiro, constitutes the one of the most representative and better conserved demarcated wine regions in the world. This trip gives you the opportunity to know all the secrets preserved in the Douro wine region, the essence of the wine at their purest state.

Inclusions: A complete lunch will be serve on board with drinks included., Panoramic river cruise, Restroom on board, Hotel pick up and drop off (if shuttle option included)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Reviewed By W9073EVverak

Went on this tour last October, and had a wonderful experience! Silvia was our guide and she was so amazingly sweet and thoughtful. We travelled with a french couple and she literally explained everything in two languages: French and English. Not only is that extremely nice, I can only imagine the energy that takes :) The whole experience of driving through Douro, the wines, the people we spoke to and the delicious wines we could taste: would definitely recommend. Love, Dennis & Vera from the Netherlands

3. Boat Trip to Régua Through the Douro Valley with Breakfast and Lunch

Ribeira Square, Praça Ribeira, Porto, Portugal Living Tours Portugal
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This is the cruise everyone talks about! Enjoy a sublime boat ride: embark in the city of Porto and enjoy the beauty of the Douro to Régua. A magnificent boat tour that takes place everyday to discover the best that the Douro has to offer! This day trip offers a cruise from Porto to Régua, including an wonderfull experience. The Alto Douro Vinhateiro, constitutes the one of the most representative and better conserved demarcated wine regions in the world. This trip gives you the opportunity to know all the secrets preserved in the Douro wine region, the essence of the wine at their purest state.

Inclusions: It usually consists of coffee, bread, croissants and juices., A complete lunch will be serve on board with drinks included., Hotel Pick up and drop off (if shuttle option included), Restroom on board, Panoramic River Cruise

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Reviewed By W9073EVverak

Went on this tour last October, and had a wonderful experience! Silvia was our guide and she was so amazingly sweet and thoughtful. We travelled with a french couple and she literally explained everything in two languages: French and English. Not only is that extremely nice, I can only imagine the energy that takes :) The whole experience of driving through Douro, the wines, the people we spoke to and the delicious wines we could taste: would definitely recommend. Love, Dennis & Vera from the Netherlands

4. Day Trip to Régua with Food, Wine Estate Visit and Tasting

Ribeira Square, Praça Ribeira, Porto, Portugal Living Tours Portugal
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This is the cruise everyone talks about! Enjoy a sublime boat ride: embark in the city of Porto and enjoy the beauty of the Douro to Régua. A magnificent boat tour that takes place on Sunday to discover the best that the Douro has to offer! This day trip offers a cruise from Porto to Régua, including wine estate visit and tasting. The Alto Douro Vinhateiro, constitutes the one of the most representative and better conserved demarcated wine regions in the world. This trip gives you the opportunity to know all the secrets preserved in the Douro wine region, the essence of the wine at their purest state.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Wine Estate Visit, Wine tasting, Restroom on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By W9073EVverak

Went on this tour last October, and had a wonderful experience! Silvia was our guide and she was so amazingly sweet and thoughtful. We travelled with a french couple and she literally explained everything in two languages: French and English. Not only is that extremely nice, I can only imagine the energy that takes :) The whole experience of driving through Douro, the wines, the people we spoke to and the delicious wines we could taste: would definitely recommend. Love, Dennis & Vera from the Netherlands

5. Day Trip from Porto to Régua by Bus and Return by Boat

Porto São Bento, Praça de Almeida Garrett, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal Living Tours Portugal
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This is the cruise everyone talks about! Enjoy a sublime day on the renown wine region of Douro: depart from Porto and enjoy the beauty scenic views along the way. Once in Régua, A magnificent boat tour that takes place everyday to discover the best that the Douro has to offer! This day trip offers a cruise from Régua to Porto, including an wonderfull experience. The Alto Douro Vinhateiro, constitutes the one of the most representative and better conserved demarcated wine regions in the world. This trip gives you the opportunity to know all the secrets preserved in the Douro wine region, the essence of the wine at their purest state.

Inclusions: A complete lunch will be serve on board with drinks included., Hotel pick up and drop off (if shuttle option included), Panoramic River Cruise, Restroom on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Reviewed By W9073EVverak

Went on this tour last October, and had a wonderful experience! Silvia was our guide and she was so amazingly sweet and thoughtful. We travelled with a french couple and she literally explained everything in two languages: French and English. Not only is that extremely nice, I can only imagine the energy that takes :) The whole experience of driving through Douro, the wines, the people we spoke to and the delicious wines we could taste: would definitely recommend. Love, Dennis & Vera from the Netherlands

6. Oriolus Tour - Douro, Côa, Távora, Varosa - 4 Rivers

Porto, Portugal Oriolus EcoTours

In this seven-day trip, we explore the three regions of the northern interior of Portugal, with which we have roots, and that offer a diversity of landscapes, heritage, nature, gastronomy and people so genuine, who are able to conquer forever those who know them. So it was with us.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide, Environmental cruise along Douro river, Train trip Pocinho - pinhão, Accommodation with breakfast

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7. Porto & The “Portucalense” County

Porto, Portugal Be Local - CoLiving Explorers

There is no way to escape Porto’s charm. Every corner of Portugal’s “undefeated” city is full of surprises that you will discover through all your senses. Understanding the history of this colorful city and its surroundings, is understanding Portugal’s history. Having a glass of green wine & grilled sardines in the streets of Matosinhos, is delving into one of the most basic elements of Portuguese cuisine. Listening to a lost fado, is the beginning of getting a feeling only Portuguese have a word for: “saudade”. Walking the alleyways of Miragaia with a local, is the way to see the hidden “simple wonders” that rushed tourists, miss. Riding a tram or a bus to Gaia or Foz do Douro to enjoy the beaches and sunsets, is living how locals do. And of course, sipping a Port wine in one of its family-owned shops is embracing the culture of a city like no other - Bem vindo ao Porto!

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Local Host, Local Transport Pass, Accommodation for 7 nights, 2 Amazing Escapades (included activities), Free Wander Abouts (optional activities led by your host)

Exclusions: Private Transportation, Flight tickets, Meals & entrance tickets not specified

8. Spain & Portugal Group Tour - 11 days by rail!

Barcelona, Spain Euroventure

Tick off some of Europe’s most famous capital cities with our 2 week Group Tour! Travel by train along this popular route: London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice. You’ll be travelling with other like minded travelers in a small group of up to 20 people as well as your dedicated tour leader. You’ll have two to three nights in each location, with plenty of time to explore historic sights, beaches, nightlife and more. We include unmissable activities in the price – whether it’s a gondola ride, entry to must-see cultural attractions, or a sunset view from a vantage point in the city, we’ve got something for everyone.

Inclusions: All Interrail passes, A Tour Leader to travel with you and coordinate your trip throughout, Free arrival drink in every hostel with a bar, Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels tested by us, Breakfast in some hostels (depending on availability), Option to book walking tours, pub crawls and other activities through your tour leader, Transfers to and from the hostel and included activities by public transport, Seat reservations on high-speed rail and night trains, Essential activities, such as tours, day trips, historic sights and museums

Exclusions: Flight home from the end point of the tour, Meals (except where breakfast is provided at some hostels), Optional activities

Reviewed By EmmeImran

We traveled with family initially from Rome to Vince and some other destination with Italia rial . It was one of the best experience of rail journey . I booked the ticket online for which reservation and validation were not required and upon reaching it was easily changed to get earlier train to Venice . Love the service and facility , train was clean ,perfectly on time with providing map information that was really great for first time traveler. I must recommend to everyone.

9. Mediterranean Coastliner Group Tour - 29 days!

Chania, Greece Euroventure

Tick off some of the continent’s most famous cities with our 4 week Europe Group Tour. Travel by train along this popular route: London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice, Rome, Florence, Nice, Barcelona, Paris and back to London. You’ll be travelling with other like minded travelers in a small group of up to 20 people as well as your dedicated tour leader. You’ll have two to three nights in each location, with plenty of time to explore historic sights, beaches, nightlife and more. We include unmissable activities in the price – whether it’s a gondola ride, entry to must-see cultural attractions, or a sunset view from a vantage point in the city, we’ve got something for everyone.

Inclusions: A Tour Leader to travel with you and coordinate your trip throughout, Any Interrail or Eurail passes if required, based on the best value for you, Free arrival drink in every hostel with a bar, Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels tested by us, Breakfast in some hostels (depending on availability), Option to book walking tours, pub crawls and other activities through your tour leader, Transfers to and from the hostel and included activities by public transport, Seat reservations on high-speed rail and night trains, Essential activities, such as tours, day trips, historic sights and museums

Exclusions: Flights, Meals (except where breakfast is provided at some hostels), Optional Activities

Reviewed By EmmeImran

We traveled with family initially from Rome to Vince and some other destination with Italia rial . It was one of the best experience of rail journey . I booked the ticket online for which reservation and validation were not required and upon reaching it was easily changed to get earlier train to Venice . Love the service and facility , train was clean ,perfectly on time with providing map information that was really great for first time traveler. I must recommend to everyone.

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