7 Rivers Expeditions is a memorable childhood project, with unique memories, lived directly in contact with nature. From this experience and knowledge of an unique Portugal, seen by the water ways, was born 7 Rivers Expeditions. Why 7 Rivers? 7 is our SPIRITUAL number. Therefore, we`ve decided to choose the most beautiful 7 rivers to paddle. Our mission is to create a feeling of gratitude for the landscapes and unique moments along the valleys of 7 different rivers in Portugal. We encourage you to come with us to explore and visit Portugal. Welcome to 7 Rivers Expeditions! 7 Rivers Expeditions is a registered company - Portuguese Tourism Board with the number RNAAT 338
Overview
Trip Highlights
- All participants are legally insured according to Portuguese Law
- Meals, accommodation, kayaks, equipment, transfers, cultural visits.
- Fully Guided Expeditions
- Choose the dates that work for you
- Choose your own expedition or let us help you
7 Rivers Expeditions is a memorable childhood project, with unique memories, lived directly in contact with nature. From this experience and knowledge of an unique Portugal, seen by the water ways, was born 7 Rivers Expeditions. Why 7 Rivers? 7 is our SPIRITUAL number. Therefore, we`ve decided to choose the most beautiful 7 rivers to paddle. Our mission is to create a feeling of gratitude for the landscapes and unique moments along the valleys of 7 different rivers in Portugal. We encourage you to come with us to explore and visit Portugal. Welcome to 7 Rivers Expeditions! 7 Rivers Expeditions is a registered company - Portuguese Tourism Board with the number RNAAT 338
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Kayaking
Activity
- Expedition
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Rivers and Streams (no whitewater)
Destination
- Europe
Length
- 9 Days
Accomodation
- Lodge or Resort-Based
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Family
- Students
- Photography
- Wildlife Viewing
- Wine Tasting
Adventure Level
Itinerary
N 41º 14' 19'' , W 8º 40' 14''
Meeting Place
Portugal - Oporto Airport or at our hotel in Porto
Porto, Portugal - Douro Valley
Paddle in Douro Valley and the two tributaries (Tua and Tâmega) will be an experience of a lifetime. Each day will be unique, beautiful landscape, wonderful cuisine, good wine and accommodation in typical villages. You will live with us an exciting, spiritual and unique expedition.
Day 1:
WELCOME DAY Day to rest from the plane or car trip and meet the team. Dinner in a typical restaurant.
Day 2:
VISIT PORTO - WORLD HERITAGE CITY You will have the opportunity to know the most emblematic places of the city of Oporto, classified as world heritage. We will also have the opportunity to visit the Port wine cellars.
Day 3:
ON THE WAY TO THE MOUNTAINS We will go to the mountains by train, on a beautiful train journey through the Douro Valley. We will visit and have lunch in a typical village in the northeast of Portugal.
Day 4:
DOURO - EXPLORING THE MOST EASTERN ROUTE Here the Douro River separates the two countries of the Iberian Peninsula - Portugal and Spain. The influence of man did not reach here, allowing nature to express itself.
Day 5:
THE ROCKY CLIFFS OF THE DOURO The Douro valley is still international, separating the 2 Iberian countries. The rocky cliffs allow sounds to echo. Here the observation of wildlife is possible (species of birds...)
Day 6:
TUA, THE RIVER THAT LOST THE TRAIN LINE - A TRIBUTARY OF THE DOURO Until 2008 the river Tua could be contemplated in a train trip. The line was closed due to economic reasons and accidents. Now, we can explore this beautiful valley by kayak unreachable places and hidden places...
Day 7:
PADDLING WHERE THE PORT WINE IS PRODUCED Today we will discover the famous Port wine estates. The entire landscape has been sculpted by man. The kayak trip through the valley is unforgettable, with mountains full of vineyards.
Day 8:
PADDLING TO CALDAS DE AREGOS –THERMAL VILLAGE The landscape in the Douro valley will change. The vineyards will be replaced by forests and small villages. At the end of the stage, you will get to know a small thermal village.
Day 9:
EXPLORING THE GREEN VALLEY OF THE TÂMEGA RIVER – A TRIBUTARY OF THE DOURO The Tâmega is more important historically than economically. It has always served as an invasion route for foreign armies. The calm waters of the river Tâmega will take us to the end of our expedition. Please see our web
Dates & Packages
Kayak the Douro River and Its Tributaries
