Porto & Douro Valley by Train

The Portugal Getaways Porto and Douro Valley by Train package includes round-trip flights, 7 nights in 4-star hotels (3 nights in Porto, 3 nights in the Douro Valley and a final night in Porto before your flight home), the train between Porto and Régua in both directions, transfers between the stations and your hotels, and all taxes and fees related to the booking. The train from Porto to Régua takes about 2 hours. Meals, guided tours and city taxes are not included, and tours can be added on request.

Yes, round-trip flights are included. The package price varies depending on your departure airport. Other departure cities are available on request. Contact the Portugal Getaways team before booking to discuss departure options. Checked luggage is not always included and depends on the airline and fare type. Confirm what is included and add luggage during the booking process. Seat selection and cabin class upgrades can be arranged as paid add-ons, subject to availability.

The train tickets between Porto and Régua are included, and so are the transfers between the stations and your hotels at both ends. Your tickets and schedule are sent closer to departure. If the assigned schedule does not suit you, you can request a change free of charge up to 45 days before departure by contacting the Portugal Getaways team. The tickets are booked in the highest available class. The name of this class varies depending on the train operator and specific service. If it is not available on your specific service, the Portugal Getaways team will present alternatives before confirming your booking.

Breakfast is not always included and depends on the hotel and rate you select. If breakfast matters to you, the Portugal Getaways team can prioritize hotels that include it, or you can check the rate during booking. Lunch and dinner are not included. In Porto you have the tascas and the Bolhão market, and in the Douro Valley many wine estates have their own restaurants.

The package includes 4-star hotels. In Porto, the hotels are in or close to the main areas, within reach of São Bento station, the historic center and the Ribeira waterfront, though a short walk may be needed depending on the property. In the Douro Valley, options range from hotels in Régua to wine estate stays among the terraced vineyards. The package price varies depending on the hotel selected, and upgrades are available on request.

No. This package uses the regular Douro Line train between Porto and Régua. The Douro Historical Train is a separate experience between Régua and Tua, in restored wooden carriages from the early 1900s, with a glass of Port wine on board. It runs seasonally, between June and October. Contact the Portugal Getaways team to check availability for your dates and add it to your trip.

Porto is easy to explore on foot, with trams and the metro for longer distances. In the Douro Valley, places are farther apart, so we suggest adding guided tours to reach the wine estates and viewpoints. A rental car can be added for some or all days of your stay. Contact the Portugal Getaways team when booking to discuss the best option.

Yes, guided tours and experiences can be added to your package. In Porto, the usual choices are a city walking tour and a Port wine cellar visit in Vila Nova de Gaia. In the Douro Valley, you can add wine estate visits with tastings and a Douro River boat trip between the terraced vineyards. Additional costs apply.

City taxes are not included in the package price and are paid directly to the hotel. Rates vary by destination, from about €1 to €2 per person, per night in the Douro Valley to about €4 to €5 per person, per night in Porto. Local authorities set these rates and they can change without notice.

Portugal is consistently ranked among the safest countries in Europe, with no active conflicts and not affected by the current conflicts in Europe or elsewhere. Standard precautions apply in busy tourist areas. US and Canadian passport holders do not currently need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your return date. ETIAS is not yet mandatory; when it becomes mandatory, the Portugal Getaways team will notify you in advance.

You can visit all year. Spring (April to June) brings green vineyards and mild temperatures. September and early October are harvest season in the Douro Valley, when the estates are busy picking grapes. Summer is hot in the valley and busier in Porto. Winter is quiet and more affordable, with Christmas lights in Porto and misty mornings over the river.

Prices are based on double occupancy, so a single supplement applies for solo use of a hotel room and is shown at checkout. To see the solo price, select "See Dates & Prices", change the number of guests to 1, and the price updates automatically. You can also contact the Portugal Getaways team for help.

Yes, extra nights can be added in Porto or the Douro Valley. Book online through "See Dates & Prices" or contact the Portugal Getaways team to adjust the itinerary, add tours or upgrade hotels. Support is available every day from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Outside these hours, an emergency number is provided in your trip documents.

The land portion of your package is refundable if cancelled at least 14 days before your travel date. Airfare is non-refundable from the moment it is issued. Travel insurance with cancellation cover is strongly recommended. For general support, contact the Portugal Getaways team at our regular number, available every day from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Outside office hours, an emergency number is provided in your trip documents. For local emergencies in Portugal, dial 112.

Yes, you can apply any available reward credits or travel credit to this package before paying. If you need help applying your credit, contact the Portugal Getaways team and they will add it to your booking. Terms and conditions of the rewards credits or travel credits apply.