Nabucco Douro River Cruise – 2-Day Private Experience
From Porto into the heart of the Douro, a slow journey shaped by water and landscape!
Discover the Douro region in an exclusive and unhurried way aboard the Nabucco luxury yacht on this private two-day river cruise. Designed for those seeking comfort, privacy and exceptional scenery, this experience allows you to explore the Douro at a relaxed pace, away from crowded routes.
On Day 1, the journey begins at Douro Marina and continues upriver, passing through the Crestuma Dam. Along the way, enjoy the calm rhythm of the river, relax on board and stop at the iconic Love Island, where lunch is served and time is set aside for swimming in tranquil waters. The day concludes with arrival in Régua, where you may spend the night onboard or opt for accommodation at a nature retreat, available upon request.
Day 2 is dedicated to the return journey downstream, with additional stops for swimming and sightseeing. For those wishing to extend the experience, there is the option to cruise further upriver to Pinhão, returning to Porto by private transfer, available upon request.
An intimate and carefully curated experience, offering a unique way to connect with the Douro through comfort, nature and time well spent.
Practical Information
- Duration: 2 days
- Meeting point: Rua da Praia, 430 – Douro Marina, Shop 6, Canidelo, Porto 4400-554
- Group size: Maximum of 10 people
Included
- Certified crew
- Drinks on board
- Towels and bed linen
- Cooking and safety equipment
- Final cleaning
- Fuel
- Lock passage fees
- Marina docking
- Return boat trip on Day 2
- VAT at the legal rate
Not included
- Lunch and drinks on Day 2
- Accommodation at a nature retreat (optional, upon request)
- Transfers (optional, upon request)
Itinerary
Day 1 – Ascending the Douro
- Departure from Douro Marina – 9:00 a.m.
- Crestuma Dam passage – between 11:00 a.m. and noon
- Stop at Love Island – lunch on board and swimming
- Cruise to Régua – arrival around 7:00 p.m.
- Overnight onboard or at a nature retreat (optional)
Day 2 – Descending the Douro
- Departure from Régua – morning
- Stops for swimming and sightseeing
- Arrival at Douro Marina – around 7:00 p.m.
Alternative option
- Extension to Pinhão with private transfer back to Porto (upon request)