Day trip from Porto
Douro Valley
Terraced vineyards & river bends
Approximately 2–3 hours by train to Pinhão
Why visit
Follow the Douro into its UNESCO-listed wine landscape, where terraces climb above the water and wine estates welcome visitors.
Top things to see
- Pinhão azulejo station
- Vineyard viewpoint
- Winery tasting
Suggested one-day plan
Travel from Porto to Douro Valley and explore Pinhão azulejo station at an easy pace.
Pause for lunch in Douro Valley; allow time to explore the centre.
Visit Vineyard viewpoint and Winery tasting, depending on opening times and transport.
Return to Porto; check the last train or bus before setting out.
Take the scenic Douro line from Porto's São Bento or Campanhã via Peso da Régua to Pinhão. Journey length varies by service; reserve winery visits and allow ample time for the return.
A full day; an overnight stay allows a slower visit.
- Trains beyond Régua are less frequent; check the current timetable.
- Wine estates outside towns usually need a taxi or arranged transfer.