About us
We are Sílvia Varela and António Henriques and we live in Ervedosa do Douro, a village on the southern bank of Douro River. We’ve created Douro Walks, a project based on hiking tours and experiences in Douro Valley.
Sílvia’s family works in the terraces of vineyards, olive and almond trees for generations. We are committed with the Douro culture and landscape and we intend to share that with you.
Our programmes are private and customizable and are meant to provide an authentic look into the sights, traditions, food and wine of Douro Valley.
About us
Walks
The walking paths are a way of accessing the fields. Apart from that, they are a window to the cycles of nature, to the culture, the work and daily life in the Douro. Thoreau said: «The fastest traveler is the one that walks.» and we believe in that.
HIKING
Casal de Loivos
This walk leads us to the hilltop of Casal de Loivos, a small village close to Pinhão, with a stunning and famous viewpoint. It’s a magnificent walk that perfectly shows the Douro Valley: villages, valleys, vineyards and olive trees.
Hike info
Length: 7 km / 4.3 mi
Route type: Loop
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 3h
Price per person:
Min 2: 70 €
3 to 4: 50 €
5 to 6: 45 €
7+ contact us for prices
Provesende
In this walk, we will cross the villages of Provesende, famous in the past for its generous white wines, and São Cristóvão, with traditional terraces of vines. A breathtaking perspective of Douro from above.
Hike info
Length: 7 km / 4.3 mi
Route type: Linear
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 3h
Price per person:
Min 2: 80 €
3 to 4: 60 €
5 to 6: 55 €
7+ contact us for prices
Vineyards
Route
This walk goes around several wine producers – Gricha, Roriz, São José, Tecedeiras and Pessegueiro. It is a journey that celebrates the life around the vineyards. The stunning views will amaze you.
Hike info
Length: 19 km / 11.8 mi
Route type: Loop
Difficulty: Hard
Duration: 6h
Price per person:
Min 2: 90 €
3 to 4: 70 €
5 to 6: 65 €
7+ contact us for prices
Ervedosa do Douro
A walk in the southern bank of Douro River. A off-the-beaten-path that will for sure spark your imagination and will give you a different perspective of Douro. A truly characteristic area of Douro where the presence of the locals is deeply noticed.
Hike info
Length: 5 km / 3.1 mi
Route type: Loop
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 2h
Price per person:
Min 2: 65 €
3 to 4: 45 €
5 to 6: 40 €
7+ contact us for prices
Favaios
The walk begins in the village of Favaios, famous because of a typical bread and the muscat wine. The landscape varies along the way and before getting to Pinhão you will experience breathtaking views overlooking the Douro River.
Hike info
Length: 19 km / 11.8 mi
Route type: Linear
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Duration: 6 h
Price per person:
Min 2: 90 €
3 to 4: 70 €
5 to 6: 65 €
7+ contact us for prices
tasting
A wine tasting is included in all programmes.
Experiences
Walk & Private Boat Trip
We will walk towards Douro River. Along the way, vineyards, almond and olive trees are constant landmarks. A private boat will be waiting for us by the river to take us on a journey to Pinhão, the village where our itinerary ends. A walk where the land meets the river.
Experience Details
Length: 8 km / 4.9 mi
Route type: Linear
Difficulty: easy
Duration: 5 h
Price per person:
Min 2: 70 €
3 to 4: 50 €
5 to 6: 45 €
Private boat trip: price under consideration
7+ contact us for prices
Walk & Picnic
Start the day by paying a visit to a lovely village of Douro Valley and then do a walk towards Pinhão Valley. Finally, a typical picnic based on local and homemade products is meant to arouse your senses and memories.
Experience Details
Length: 7 km / 4.3 mi
Route type: Linear
Difficulty: easy
Duration: 5 h
Included: Typical picnic / local and homemade products
Price per person:
Min 2: 110 €
3 to 4: 95 €
5 to 6: 85 €
7+ contact us for prices
MULTI-DAY HIKES IN DOURO VALLEY
Contact us
Address
Rua da Praça, nº 65
5130-073 Ervedosa do Douro
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Dourowalks is certified by Portugal Tourism with the license number 126 / 2019
Rua da Praça, nº 65, 5130-072 Ervedosa do Douro
