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Little Trains of the Douro

Name: Little Trains of the Douro
Brand: Newmarket Holidays
SKU: 98084

Experience Portugal’s railway nostalgia with rides on historic trains, enhanced by vineyard tours and tastings at renowned wine estates in the Douro Valley.

Discover the beauty of Northern Portugal on this train-themed journey through the Douro Valley and its surrounding cities. The itinerary will start in central Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, from where you can ride a historical diesel locomotive along the UNESCO-listed valley while enjoying traditional Portuguese treats and folk music. Continue to explore pretty towns such as Braga, Barcelos, and Viana do Castelo. Then, visit Portugal’s oldest cathedral, browse a bustling open-air market, and ride the country’s longest funicular to the Santa Luzia Sanctuary.

Throughout your time, indulge in Portugal’s renowned wine culture with a tasting at the prestigious Quinta de Pacheca winery and a visit to a port wine cellar in Porto. In addition to scenic train rides and cultural excursions, this getaway also promises moments of leisure, from exploring Guimarães to relaxing at the hotel. The experience is further enriched with city tours, including a ride on Porto’s ‘little’ land train, revealing its architectural highlights and landmarks. Finally, ascend Penha Mountain by cable car for panoramic views and take in the stairways of Bom Jesus do Monte.

Price

from £1619 /pp

was £1905
Flights included
Dates Available

June 2027 - October 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

14 airports
Excursions & Visits

6 included
Meals

14 included
Ways to pay

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan and pay from £268.80 per month.

Journey on a vintage diesel locomotive through the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley

Basilica de Santa Lucia, Viana do Castelo, Minho Region, Portugal

Visit Viana do Castelo, a picturesque coastal town and ride the Santa Luzia Elevator, Portugal’s longest funicular

Set off on a scenic journey aboard the MiraDouro train from Porto to Régua, an authentic vintage railway experience

Tour Braga, one of Portugal’s oldest cities, visiting the Sé de Braga Cathedral before riding the historic Bom Jesus funicular

Arrive at Porto airport, where you’ll be met by your tour manager and transferred to your hotel in Guimarães, one of Portugal’s most historic cities. Known as the birthplace of Portugal, this UNESCO-listed city boasts beautifully preserved medieval streets, a striking castle, and a delightful town square.

Settle into your centrally located hotel and enjoy your first dinner.

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning before joining your tour manager and a local guide for the afternoon excursion, a rail journey through the majestic Douro Valley.

Travel by coach to Régua, where you’ll board a beautifully restored 1960s diesel locomotive for an adventure through the breathtaking UNESCO-listed Douro Valley. As the train winds its way along the picturesque riverbanks, you’ll be treated to spectacular views of rolling vineyards, terraced hillsides, and charming villages. The open windows and balconies of the wooden carriages offer the perfect vantage points to soak in the landscapes.

The train will stop at Pinhão, home to one of Portugal’s most beautiful azulejo-tiled railway stations, where you’ll have the chance to visit a Wine House. As the train continues towards Tua, you’ll cross the iconic metal bridge, the gateway to the Douro Superior sub-region.

Upon arrival in Tua, enjoy some free time to explore the riverside town before reboarding the train for the return journey to Régua, where your coach will be waiting to take you back to the hotel for dinner.

After breakfast, set off on a half-day tour of Guimarães, a city often referred to as the ‘Birthplace of Portugal’. With a rich history dating back to the 12th century, Guimarães is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accompanied by a local guide, begin your exploration in the heart of the city, wandering through the cobbled streets of the centre. Admire the striking architecture of the Dukes of Braganza Palace, the imposing Guimarães Castle, and the squares fringed traditional houses, cafés, and boutiques.

Next, experience a change in perspective as you board the Penha cable car, a 1.7-kilometre ascent offering all-encompassing views over Guimarães and the countryside. Arriving at Penha Mountain, embrace some free time to explore this peaceful retreat.

After your time at Penha, return in the cable car and rejoin your coach to travel back to the hotel for dinner.

After breakfast, head out on a full-day tour that showcases the landscapes and world-famous wines of the Douro Valley. Your day kicks off with a train ride aboard the MiraDouro train from Porto to Régua. This beautifully preserved train, featuring classic carriages with large windows, promises a nostalgic railway experience

You’ll pass through vineyards, hillsides, and riverside villages, all part of the region designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in Régua, a hub of the Douro wine region, you’ll have a short break before continuing deeper into the heart of Portugal’s wine country.

Next, travel to Quinta de Pacheca, one of the most renowned and oldest wine estates in the Douro Valley. Dating back to the 18th century, this prestigious winery combines traditional and modern techniques to make some unique labels. During your visit, tour the vineyards, learn about the grape varieties, see the wine barrels, and enjoy a guided wine tasting.

Return in the evening for dinner at the hotel.

Enjoy a relaxing day at your own pace, whether you prefer to unwind at the hotel or venture out to explore more of Guimarães. You can take advantage of the hotel’s amenities, perhaps relaxing by the swimming pool or in the spa.

For those looking to discover more, Guimarães, has a beautifully preserved medieval centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can visit Guimarães Castle, the fortress where Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques, was born, or the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, a grand 15th-century residence with impressive architecture.

If you have an interest in history and art, consider visiting the Alberto Sampaio Museum or the Centro Internacional das Artes José de Guimarães. Alternatively, browse local boutiques for Portuguese crafts and souvenirs or sip a coffee in one of the squares before returning to the hotel for dinner.

Once you’ve had breakfast, visit Barcelos, which is home to Portugal’s largest open-air market. Held every Thursday on the banks of Rio Cávado, this atmospheric market is awash with an assortment of local crafts, textiles and fresh produce. It’s also famous for its traditional pottery, including the Rooster of Barcelos, a symbol of Portuguese culture and good luck.

Next, travel to Braga, one of Portugal’s oldest and most attractive cities. Enjoy a guided tour through its streets, taking in the ornate Sé de Braga (Braga Cathedral), Portugal’s oldest cathedral, before heading to the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary. Here, experience a ride on the famous Bom Jesus funicular, the oldest water-powered elevator in the world, as it ascends the hillside to the magnificent Monastery of Bom Jesus.

In the afternoon, continue to Viana do Castelo, a coastal city, with beautiful beaches and an appealing waterfront. A guided visit will take you into its medieval heart and old quarter, featuring Manueline, Renaissance, and Baroque buildings. Then, take a ride on the Santa Luzia Elevator, Portugal’s longest funicular, leading up to the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia. From this hilltop monastery, witness the spectacular views over the city, the Lima River, and the Atlantic coastline.

Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner.

Have breakfast and then head out on a tour of Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city known for its port wine production and grand bridges. Your guide will show you around its UNESCO-listed centre and famed landmarks, such as the Sé Cathedral, São Bento Railway Station with its azulejo tilework, and the bustling Ribeira district along the Douro River.

Next, hop aboard Porto’s ‘little’ land train for a unique sightseeing experience. This relaxed excursion transports you through the city’s streets, passing sights like Batalha Square, Aliados Avenue, and the Clérigos Tower. The train is equipped with an audio guide, ensuring you don’t miss any of Porto’s fascinating stories.

One of the highlights of this journey is a stop at one of Porto’s famous port wine cellars. Here, you can experience two wine tastings, see where the barrels are stored, and learn about the ageing process.

Afterwards, return to the hotel for your final evening and dinner in Portugal.

Railway Station, Pinhão, Douro Valley, Portugal

Guimarães Castle, Minho region, Portugal

Basilica de Santa Lucia, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

Experience a tour of Guimarães, Portugal’s birthplace, exploring its medieval streets and Guimarães Castle

Explore Porto’s riverside Ribeira district, a UNESCO-listed area filled with colourful houses and lively cafés

Enjoy a wine tasting at Quinta de Pacheca, one of the Douro Valley’s most historic wineries

Board the ‘little’ land train through Porto’s most famous landmarks, from the São Bento Railway Station to Aliados Avenue and Clérigos Tower

Wander around Portugal’s largest open-air market in Barcelos, famous for its traditional ceramics and fresh produce

Ride the Penha cable car for a scenic ascent to Penha Mountain, where you can take in views of Guimarães

Seven nights’ half-board accommodation at the four-star Hotel de Guimarães, Guimarães
Seven breakfasts and seven dinners
Rail journey along the Douro River from Regua to Pinhão and Tua
Tour of Guimarães and cable car ride to Penha Mountain
MiaDouro train ride from Porto to Regua
Visit to Quinta de Pacheca winery with vineyard tour and wine tasting
Visit to Barcelos open-air market
Tour of Braga, including a visit to Sé de Braga
Funicular ride to Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary
Tour of Viana do Castelo
Santa Luzia Elevator ride to the hilltop Sanctuary of Santa Luzia
Tour of Porto
Sightseeing ride on Porto’s ‘little’ land train
Visit to a Porto wine cellar for a guided tour and two port wine tastings
Return flights to Porto
Air-conditioned coach travel and transfers throughout
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

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Departure point	Departure date	Price (per person)	Availability
Aberdeen	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Aberdeen	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2030.00 was £2389.00
Aberdeen	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2222.00 was £2615.00
Aberdeen	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2188.00 was £2575.00
Aberdeen	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Aberdeen	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Aberdeen	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Birmingham	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1631.00 pp	6 dates available
Birmingham	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2018.00 was £2375.00
Birmingham	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2056.00 was £2419.00
Birmingham	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £1971.00 was £2319.00
Birmingham	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £1882.00 was £2215.00
Birmingham	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £1682.00 was £1979.00
Birmingham	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1631.00 was £1919.00
Bristol	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Bristol	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1993.00 was £2345.00
Bristol	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2035.00 was £2395.00
Bristol	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Bristol	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2095.00 was £2465.00
Bristol	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2095.00 was £2465.00
Bristol	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Edinburgh	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Edinburgh	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2030.00 was £2389.00
Edinburgh	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2120.00 was £2495.00
Edinburgh	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2044.00 was £2405.00
Edinburgh	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Edinburgh	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Edinburgh	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Glasgow	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Glasgow	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2035.00 was £2395.00
Glasgow	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2056.00 was £2419.00
Glasgow	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2039.00 was £2399.00
Glasgow	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Glasgow	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Glasgow	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Humberside	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Humberside	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2166.00 was £2549.00
Humberside	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2231.00 was £2625.00
Humberside	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2056.00 was £2419.00
Humberside	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2146.00 was £2525.00
Humberside	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2146.00 was £2525.00
Humberside	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Inverness	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Inverness	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2013.00 was £2369.00
Inverness	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2132.00 was £2509.00
Inverness	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2290.00 was £2695.00
Inverness	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Inverness	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2001.00 was £2355.00
Inverness	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Leeds Bradford	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1959.00 pp	6 dates available
Leeds Bradford	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1959.00 was £2305.00
Leeds Bradford	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2030.00 was £2389.00
Leeds Bradford	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2171.00 was £2555.00
Leeds Bradford	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2132.00 was £2509.00
Leeds Bradford	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2132.00 was £2509.00
Leeds Bradford	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
London Gatwick	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1656.00 pp	6 dates available
London Gatwick	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1767.00 was £2079.00
London Gatwick	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1772.00 was £2085.00
London Gatwick	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £1767.00 was £2079.00
London Gatwick	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £1755.00 was £2065.00
London Gatwick	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £1712.00 was £2015.00
London Gatwick	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1656.00 was £1949.00
London Stansted	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1619.00 pp	6 dates available
London Stansted	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1818.00 was £2139.00
London Stansted	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1903.00 was £2239.00
London Stansted	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £1882.00 was £2215.00
London Stansted	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £1882.00 was £2215.00
London Stansted	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £1665.00 was £1959.00
London Stansted	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1619.00 was £1905.00
Manchester	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1984.00 pp	6 dates available
Manchester	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1984.00 was £2335.00
Manchester	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2030.00 was £2389.00
Manchester	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £1996.00 was £2349.00
Manchester	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2132.00 was £2509.00
Manchester	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2132.00 was £2509.00
Manchester	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Newcastle	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1945.00 pp	6 dates available
Newcastle	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £1945.00 was £2289.00
Newcastle	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2307.00 was £2715.00
Newcastle	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2052.00 was £2415.00
Newcastle	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2163.00 was £2545.00
Newcastle	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2163.00 was £2545.00
Newcastle	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00
Norwich	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1925.00 pp	6 dates available
Norwich	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2030.00 was £2389.00
Norwich	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2214.00 was £2605.00
Norwich	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2141.00 was £2519.00
Norwich	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £1950.00 was £2295.00
Norwich	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £1950.00 was £2295.00
Norwich	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1925.00 was £2265.00
Teesside International	June 2027 - October 2027	from £1988.00 pp	6 dates available
Teesside International	05 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 12 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2030.00 was £2389.00
Teesside International	19 Jun 2027 Saturday 8 days 26 Jun 2027 Saturday	from £2154.00 was £2535.00
Teesside International	03 Jul 2027 Saturday 8 days 10 Jul 2027 Saturday	from £2052.00 was £2415.00
Teesside International	04 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 11 Sep 2027 Saturday	from £2149.00 was £2529.00
Teesside International	25 Sep 2027 Saturday 8 days 02 Oct 2027 Saturday	from £2149.00 was £2529.00
Teesside International	02 Oct 2027 Saturday 8 days 09 Oct 2027 Saturday	No Single Supplement from £1988.00 was £2339.00

Hotel de Guimarães, Guimarães Guimarães, Portugal Located across the street from the Guimarães train station, this stylish hotel is ideally positioned for exploring the city.

Flavours of The Douro

Portugal

Capture the culinary expertise and viniculture heritage of the European hotspot, Portugal. Fly Local Beach & Coast

Uncover the highlights of historic Porto, along the riverbanks and beyond
Take to the waters of the Douro River, passing under six bridges
Cruise along the canals of Aveiro in a traditional, coloured boat

8 days from £1,673 pp

was £1,969 pp

Flights included
Dates Available

May 2027 - October 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

19 airports
Excursions & Visits

12 included
Meals

15 included

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Spain, France

Enjoy mountain scenery on this holiday in the Pyrenees, which is based in the resort of Roses, on the Costa Brava, and includes four scenic train journeys. Rail Fly Local

Spend seven nights on the beautiful Costa Brava
Ride the Little Yellow Train to the French Pyrenees
Travel on the Nuria Rack Railway, which offers the only access to the year-round Spanish mountain resort

8 days from £1,457 pp

was £1,715 pp

Flights included
Dates Available

May 2027 - September 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

15 airports
Excursions & Visits

4 included
Meals

14 included

Explore

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Delights of the Douro

Portugal

Journey through Portugal and Spain’s most breathtaking landscapes and experience the charm of its second city, all from the comfort of a scenic cruise. Fly Local River cruise

Cruise through the scenic Douro Valley and admire its vineyard-lined landscapes
Explore Porto, Portugal’s second city, with its historic centre, Ribeira district, and famous landmarks
Discover Régua, Pinhão, and Vila Real, including Mateus Palace and traditional Port wine estates

8 days from £1,889 pp

was £2,099 pp

Flights included
Dates Available

April 2027 - October 2027
Duration

8 days
Depart From

12 airports
Excursions & Visits

2 included
Meals

20 included
Operator

CroisiEurope
Ship

MS Vasco de Gama

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