About us
We are Sílvia and António and we live in Ervedosa do Douro, a village on the southern bank of river Douro. We’ve created Douro Walks, a project based on hiking tours and experiences in Douro valley.
Our family works in the terraces of vineyards, olive and almond trees for generations. We are committed with the Douro culture and landscape. 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, the work and the days in the Douro. Thoreau says: «The fastest traveller is the one that walks.» And we believe in that.
HIKING
Casal de Loivos
This walk leds 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
Route type: Loop
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 3h
Price per person:
Min 2: 60€
3 to 4: 45€
5 to 6: 30€
7+ contact us for prices
Provesende
This walk is centred in the small village of Provesende, famous for its generous white wines, and allows us to contemplate the valley of Pinhão. A breathtaking perspective of Douro from above.
Hike info
Length: 6 km/3,7 mi
Route type: Point to Point
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 3h
Price per person:
Min 2: 60€
3 to 4: 45€
5 to 6: 35€
7+ contact us for prices
Douro River
We will walk towards Douro river and eat our picnic close to the water. Along the way, vineyards and olive trees are constant landmarks. A private boat will be will be waiting for us by the river to take us on a private journey to Pinhão, the village where our itinerary ends. A walk where the land meets the river.
Hike info
Length: 8 km/4,9 mi
Route type: Point to Point
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Duration: 3h
Price per person:
Min 2: 65€
3 to 4: 50€
5 to 6: 40€
7+ contact us for prices
Private boat trip:
price under consideration
Ervedosa do Douro Domains
The walk begins in the village of Ervedosa and heads towards the Torto river valley. Along the way, we will see Pinhão at a distance and some local quintas – Monte Bravo, Pedrógão and Aranhas. The small properties that belong to local people are some of the highlights of this walk.
Hike info
Length: 9 km/5,5 mi
Route type: Circular
Difficulty: Moderate / Option: Easy level
Duration: 3h 30m
Price per person:
Min 2: 55€
3 to 4: 40€
5 to 6: 30€
7+ contact us for prices
Torto
River
We will head to Torto river – a winding and quite wild tributary of the 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: 15 km/9,3 mi
Route type: Point to Point
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 5h
Price per person:
Min 2: 65€
3 to 4: 50€
5 to 6: 40€
7+ contact us for prices
Vineyards
Route
This walk goes around several emblematic quintas – Gricha, Roriz, São José, Tecedeiras and Pessegueiro. It is a journey that celebrates the life around the vineyards.
The simple, yet self-assured and stunning views, will amaze you.
Hike info
Length: 17 km/10,5 mi
Route type: Circular
Difficulty: Hard
Duration: 6h
Price per person:
Min 2: 75€
3 to 4: 60€
5 to 6: 50€
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: 6 km/3,7 mi
Route type: Loop
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 2h
Price per person:
Min 2: 50€
3 to 4: 40€
5 to 6: 30€
7+ contact us for prices
Favaios
The walk begins in the village of Favaios, where you can taste a typical bread and a delicious wine. The landscape varies along the way and before getting to Pinhão you will experience breathtaking views overlooking the Douro River.
Hike info
Length: 18 km/11,1 mi
Route type: Point to Point
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Duration: 5h
Price per person:
Min 2: 70€
3 to 4: 55€
5 to 6: 40€
7+ contact us for prices
Further Information
Includes:
Local and knowledgeable guide
Transfers from Pinhão
By request:
Picnic with homemade/local produce and wine – 20 € per person
Recommendations:
Use comfortable shoes and clothing; bring sunscreen, a coat and a hat; use hiking poles.
In high temperature days, we suggest doing the short walks and we recommend starting them earlier in the morning or later in the afternoon.
A tasting is included in all programmes
Experiences
On the road: villages and wine
Start the day by paying a visit to some miradouros of Douro, places of History full of stories. After the viewpoints of Ervedosa, Nagozelo and São João da Pesqueira, have a Lunch in a traditional restaurant and visit a local winery. The programme ends with the tasting of generous wine.
Experience details
Pick-up/Drop-off: Hotel&Train station (Douro wine region)
Duration: 6 hours
Included: Lunch, tastings and viewpoints
Price: Under consideration
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
Route type: Point to Point
Difficulty: easy
Duration: 5 hours / boat trip included
Price per person:
Min 2: 65€
3 to 4: 50€
5 to 6: 40€
7+ contact us for prices
Privat boat trip: price under consideration
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
Route type: Point to Point
Difficulty: easy
Duration: 5 hours
Included: Typical picnic / local produce
Price per person:
Min 2: 95€
3 to 4: 75€
5 to 6: 60€
7+ contact us for prices
Privat boat trip: price under consideration
MULTI-DAY HIKES IN DOURO VALLEY
Contact us
Dress
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
