Our experiences
We designed these experiences based on our own way of living the region and what we love to do and share with others. For us, it’s imperative that our guests feel the true essence of this land and its people and that authenticity is the keyword in all the experiences we propose. Our programs have guidelines, but we keep the entire experience at the rhythm of the river itself: sometimes calm and patient, contemplative and absorbing the best of each place it passes through, sometimes more rebellious and excited to feel the pulse of life that unfolds inside and out of itself. It wouldn’t be strange to stop and greet someone we haven’t seen in a long time and who could now become a friend of yours too, a time outside of time, a sense of community where everyone occupies their own place. Trust and let yourself be carried away!
Wine Tasting
Enjoy tasting the most exquisite wines from Quinta Casal de Tralhariz, appreciating the flavors and aromas of these wines produced on a small scale and exclusively for our guests. The tasting includes 4 wines from our Quinta: Casal de Tralhariz Colheita White and Red; Casal de Tralhariz Reserva White and Red. If you wish, you can accompany this experience with a tasting of regional products of your choice, available in our regional tapas service.
25 euros | pax
Travel through the history of the wine that gave this region its name and worlwide recognition. Discover the different profiles of Port in an informal tasting, feel free to ask questions and above all enjoy the diversity that Port wine can offer.
15 euros | pax
TOURS
Douro Valley
Douro valley is a place where the beauty of nature and the wisdom of time meet. Its terraced vineyards, bathed by the river, tell stories of dedication and resilience. Each landscape is an invitation to slow down, to appreciate the simplicity and strength of the traditions that shape this unique region.
Venture out to discover the Douro of big Quintas, its endless vineyards, cliffs, the beauty of the train tearing through the silence of the landscape. An off-road trip designed exclusively for our guests, where you’ll find unique places on secret trails, always with the river on the horizon. Explore this ancient world with us, in a time that is lost between the water and the mountains.
PROGRAM:
– Visit to the Quinta’s vineyards
– Visit to the Castle of Ansiães, one of the oldest in Portugal
– Panoramic route along Douro, through vineyards and emblematic Quintas of the Region
– Tasting of Port wine and regional biscuits
– Regional lunch by the river or picnic by the river (optional; price on request; adds one hour to the program)
up to 4 people: €100 | 5 to 9 people: €200
10 or more people: price on request
In this full-day program we aim to offer you a memorable and complete experience in Douro Valley. A concentrate of some of the most mesmerising experiences you can have in this part of the Douro that has resisted the passage of time, mass tourism, this Douro of producers and people who work hard on this land, in a unique perspective on the Valley. Venture on off-road trails amidst centuries-old vineyards, glimpse the most emblematic Quintas on the river, indulge in local Wine and Gastronomy tastings and above all feel the true pulse of the Region and the people who inhabit it.
FULL DAY PROGRAM:
– Panoramic route through centuries-old vineyards, always with Douro River on the horizon
– Port wine tasting and regional cookies
– Boat trip passing through the most emblematic Quintas, Ferradosa, and the historic area of Cachão da Valeira. Stop for a river bath.
– Regional lunch by the river OR Picnic by the river
– Exclusive visit to a century-old winery (not open to the public) and tasting of Douro wines (table and/or Port)
price on request
TOURS
Tua Valley
Tua Valley, the wild brother of Douro, is a haven where nature reveals in its purest form. With its green slopes and serene river that meanders through the valley, Tua offers a landscape that inspires peace and reflection. Every bend in the river and every vineyard bears witness to a legacy of work and passion, which transformed the valley into a place of rare beauty and profound essence.
Being located in the middle of the Tua Valley Natural Park, we couldn’t help but explore the beauty of this enchanted valley, its emblematic viewpoints and an untouched landscape, rich and distinct from that offered by Douro Valley. Here Nature in its wildest state prevails and there are many trails, hidden villages and unprecedented surprises such as thermal water springs that invite you to take a relaxing bath. Come and discover with us this TUA that will surprise you!
3 HOUR PROGRAM:
– TUA’S EYES: off-road route along the river, getting to know the history, fauna and flora of the region.
– S. LOURENÇO: Trip to Pombal de Ansiães, where we will end with an off-road descent to the ghost village of S. Lourenço, appreciating its viewpoint, Roman Baths and enjoying a refreshing river bath.
– UJO: Route on a secondary road, stopping at Brunheda and more ahead at the picturesque village of S. Mamede de Ribatua, visiting the dramatic Ujo viewpoint.
– Port wine tasting and regional cookies
– FOZ TUA: Visit to Foz Tua viewpoint and damn.
– Regional lunch by the river or picnic by the river (optional; price on request; adds an hour to the schedule)
– Off-road route through vineyards and olive groves from the mouth of Tua river, passing through the beautiful Fiolhal village, in the way back to Casal de Tralhariz.
up to 4 pax: 100€ | 5 to 9 pax: 200€
10 or + pax: price on request
With this program we intend to show you all the splendor of Nature in Tua Valley, a different landscape from Douro, but equally beautiful! Discover the valley rich History, Gastronomy, diverse Fauna and Flora, on routes only known to its people. Known as the destination of Love, it lives up to this reputation as you will certainly fall in love with this Tua, which by the end of the trip, we hope will also feel a little bit yours!
FULL DAY PROGRAM:
– Tua Viewpoints: Circular route that runs through the beautiful Tua viewpoints, on off-road routes, passing through emblematic places in the Valley.
– Port wine tasting and regional cookies
– Stop to river bath
– Regional lunch by the river OR Picnic by the river
– Visit to the Tua Valley Interpretive Center and to the Regional and Natural Tua Valley park entry gate
– Visit to a working cellar and Douro wine tasting (table and/or Port)
Price on request
TOUR
Boat Trip
The river is the constant architect that dictates, even today, the rigors and beauty of this World Heritage landscape. Enjoy this unique and unforgettable perspective on Douro Valley, its most emblematic Quintas and inaccessible riverside treasures. There will be time for a refreshing swim in these calm waters, on one of the many river beaches that Douro offers us.
– Boarding Senhora da Ribeira OR Cais da Ferradosa
– Iconic wine producing farms
– Cachão da Valeira and its history
– Stop for a swim in the river (weather permitting)
Up to 3 pax – 120 €
From 4 pax – 30 € | pax
Approximate duration: 1 hour
For longer tours – price on request
SUPaddle
Rent a SUP board with us and enjoy the calm waters of the Tua or Douro rivers, exploring the Region at your own pace, at privileged entry points, in a short distance from the property.
ENTRY LOCATIONS ON TUA RIVER:
São Lourenço, Brunheda (Carrazeda de Ansiães); São Mamede de Riba Tua (Alijó).
ENTRY LOCATIONS ON DOURO RIVER:
Foz Tua and Nossa Senhora Ribeira (Carrazeda de Ansiães); Ferradosa and Nagoselo do Douro (S. João da Pesqueira).
Half day (Max. 4 hours) – 15 euros
Full day (Max. 8 hours) – 25 euros
Picnic Basket
If you want to discover the Region at your own pace, surprise your partner or simply enjoy a meal in the middle of Nature, we can prepare a regional picnic basket, with many traditional delicacies, to make your day even more special.
PICNIC MENU:
Rustic bread | Olive Oil bread OR meat bread
Flavoured butter | Homemade jam
Cold cuts and regional cheese selection
Alheira (traditional sausage) with mustard and honey sauce*
Fried traditional dumplings*
Fresh vegetable salad | Seasoned olives
Sliced fruit | Regional cake
Natural fruit juice | Water
Casal de Tralhariz Colheita Wine (White or Red)
Price | pax – 17.5 euros
*Vegetarian version available
Includes Guide to recommended picnic locations.
Includes recyclable utensils – cups, napkins and cutlery (knife and spoon); Other items must be returned with the basket.
Fado Night
Vocalist, Portuguese Guitar and Classical Guitar, the holy trinity of Fado, which is par excellence the maximum expression of the Portuguese soul. Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Fado is part of the cultural identity of Portugal from North to South and that is why we offer our guests the possibility of contacting with this form of art that’s so typical and unique in the world. Why not liven up your stay or brighten up your event with a beautiful and memorable Fado session? Here, anything is possible!
Value | session – 350 euros
Duration approx. 1h30min
SPA
A Health and Wellbeing space in harmony with the surrounding nature, featuring a set of therapies designed exclusively for you. All massages use AROMATHERAPY, a personalized combination of pure biological essential oils, each with a specific therapeutic effect.
LOCALIZED MASSAGE
FOOT REFLEXOLOGY
AYURVEDIC MASSAGE
RELAXING MASSAGE
Price Upon Request
Events
Imagine holding the event you designed in the middle of Douro Wine Region, on a centuries-old property, surrounded by beautiful mountains, extensive gardens, vineyards, pine forests and olive groves. Putting at your disposal a completely renovated 18th century manor house, in addition to 4 other accommodation units that can be added to it, Quinta Casal de Tralhariz also has a set of equipment ideal for that special event you want to organize and host: Swimming pool w/ panoramic view, 2 barbecue areas, pergola with a direct view over the vineyard terraces and its very special Olive Oil Press.