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Set out on a full-day journey into the heart of the Douro Valley, where every moment invites you to slow down and connect with the land. Your adventure begins aboard a vintage, 100% electric VW 'Kombi', meandering through scenic vineyard roads towards a prestigious wine estate. There, you'll explore the cellars, stroll through the vines, and enjoy an intimate tasting guided by those who know the land best.

You’ll then visit a small, family-run winery where you’ll sit down to a relaxed regional lunch, perfectly paired with Douro wines. The journey continues at a local olive oil producer for an exclusive tasting of this liquid gold. 

As the sun begins to set, you’ll wind through scenic backroads to two stunning viewpoints offering sweeping panoramas of the valley. The day ends on the water with a private Rabelo boat ride—complete with a tasting of Moscatel wine—as you drift along the Douro, taking in its iconic terrace hillsides.

This is a rare chance to experience the Douro Valley through the eyes of two long-time locals familiar with the region’s natural wonders and wine heritage. Carlos and Paulo move intentionally off the typical tourist path, guiding you in their fully electric vintage Kombi along quiet backroads. 

You’ll tour wine estates of different sizes, meet the producers, and walk the vineyards—gaining insight into the people and traditions behind each bottle. At a small family-run estate, enjoy a relaxed lunch where regional dishes are paired with their own wines, in an atmosphere that feels more like a family gathering than a tasting.

You’ll also visit a local olive oil producer to sample oils known for their bold, peppery character. Along the way, there will be plenty of stops to take in the views, including from the river itself aboard a private Rabelo boat, the traditional vessel once used to transport Port barrels to Vila Nova de Gaia.

At a small, independent winery, you’ll meet the producer, explore the grounds, and sit down for a regional lunch with wine pairing.

The meal is served in a warm, family setting, offering a real taste of Douro hospitality, where the wines come with stories and the food is made with local care.

Enjoy a relaxed farm-style lunch paired with estate wines.

Small Producer Visit and Lunch

Step aboard a traditional Rabelo boat, once used to transport wine barrels, for a peaceful cruise along the river.

Unlike the standard group tours, this private ride is quiet, immersive, and includes a tasting of local Moscatel wine as you take in the scenery. A perfect way to close a day in the Douro. 

Drift down the Douro on a private Rabelo boat with a Moscatel tasting.

Private Rabelo Boat Ride

Your experience starts with Carlos and Paulo picking you up in their fully electric VW ‘pão de forma’ in the Douro region.

The eco‑friendly vehicle offers a nostalgic, sustainable ride on winding vineyard roads known only to insiders.

Begin your Douro journey in a vintage electric Kombi with your local hosts.

Pick‑Up 

This Experience accommodates a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants to make base costs and logistics work. Included are: Hotel/train‑station pick‑up and drop‑off in Douro Region in a 100 % electric VW Kombi, private scenic river cruise aboard solar or Rabelo boat, visit to a prestigious Douro estate with private tour and tastings, gourmet lunch with regional dishes and wine pairing, visit to a viewpoint, guided artisanal tasting of locally produced olive oil and wines.

Visit a renowned wine estate where you’ll tour the vineyards, walk through stone cellars, and sample wines directly from the source.

Hosted by winemakers with generational ties to the land, this intimate experience offers deeper insights into the heritage and craft of Douro wine.

 Explore a prestigious estate and taste wines steeped in Douro tradition.

Visit & Tasting with Winemaker

Visit two handpicked panoramic viewpoints offering a cinematic perspective of the valley’s layered vineyards and winding river.

These off-the-beaten-path stops reflect Carlos and Paulo’s insider knowledge—quiet, unspoiled locations with postcard-worthy views.

Pause to admire sweeping views over Douro’s terraced landscape.

Viewpoint Stop

Discover the region’s lesser-known olive oil heritage with a guided tasting at a local producer’s estate.

This is a rare opportunity to taste fresh, small-batch oils while learning about native olive varieties and traditional pressing methods.

Sample regional olive oils guided by the maker.

Olive Oil Producer Visit

Your hosts will drive you back to your accommodation or train station in the Douro region.

The drop-off reflects the same thoughtfulness as the rest of the day—unhurried, scenic, and personal. 

Return to your hotel or the train station through the valley’s golden afternoon light.

Drop-Off

Day Trip in Douro Valley: Ride electric vintage van, taste wines & olive oil, cruise by Rabelo boat.

The per person price of this experience assumes a minimum number of participants to cover base costs and logistics. The supplemental fee enables us to maintain quality and exclusivity for your smaller than minimum group

A Kombi, A Rabelo & The Douro

Pick‑up and drop‑off in the Douro Region in a 100 % electric VW Kombi, private scenic cruise aboard a rabelo boat, visit to two Douro wine estates with private tour and tastings, gourmet lunch with regional dishes and wine pairing, visit to two viewpoints, guided artisanal tasting of locally produced olive oil.

Light, comfortable clothing, a hat for sun protection, and sunscreen to ensure you enjoy the experience safely and comfortably.

Carlos and Paulo can pick you up at your hotel in the Douro or Pinhão's train station. After booking, chat with them to arrange a meeting point.

Carlos de Oliveira and Paulo Baptista have deep roots in the Douro Valley and Alvão Natural Park. As locals, they know the hidden roads, family-run estates, and stories that don’t appear on maps. Their mission is to reveal the authentic side of the Douro—beyond the usual tourist paths—through experiences that are personal, soulful, and grounded in place. With a passion for both tradition and sustainability, they blend cultural insight with refined hospitality, guiding you in their 100% electric vintage Kombi through moments that reflect the true spirit of the region. From meaningful encounters with producers to quiet scenic corners known only to locals, Carlos and Paulo craft each journey with care and intention. Their storytelling, local knowledge, and respect for Douro’s heritage make them the ideal hosts for anyone seeking a deeper, more genuine connection to this remarkable landscape.