Presidential train
It's more than just a journey; it's an immersive experience in a museum on rails.
This is a joint project by CP - Comboios de Portugal, the National Railway Museum Foundation and Chef Chakall in a celebration of Portugal's railway history, turning a museum piece into a dynamic, interactive experience. It's an invitation to magic.
The Presidential Train, which is the property of the National Railway Museum, was built in 1890. It has carried heads of state over a century and is one of the museum's most iconic relics of railway history in Portugal.
Find out more here.
- Reception at the emblematic Porto São Bento Station at 9.45 a.m.;
- Train leaves at 10.40 .a.m;
- On the journey you can taste the best wines from Douro estates, each of which showcases the best of its production;
- Savour dishes prepared by Chef Chakall that reflect the rich cuisine of the Douro, with each trip featuring a main course prepared by a local chef renowned for his speciality;
- Stories of the train, the Douro and the places the train passes through will be shared, while you can enjoy an enchanting atmosphere with live music;
- Arrive at Vargelas Station at 2:12 p.m.;
- At Quinta de Vargelas, a jewel of the Douro, a unique sensory experience awaits you: a visit to the historic winery, where you can explore the wine tradition and enjoy a Port tasting, perfectly paired with a local dish that celebrates the essence of the region;
- Departure from Vargelas Station at 5:05 p.m.;
- While the Douro landscapes parade past your window, savour an exclusive selection of the region's best wines;
- You can accompany this tasting with typical Douro specialities, from traditional sweets to the finest sausages and cheeses, in an authentic celebration of local flavours;
- Arrive back at Porto São Bento station at 8:50 p.m..
Adult: €750
Days
- Thursday, holiday, 30 May;
- Fridays 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 May;
- Saturdays 4, 11, 18 and 25 May.
Times
- Porto São Bento 10:40 > Vargelas 14:12;
- Vargelas 17:05 > Porto São Bento 20:50.
- Online ticket office at the bottom of the page
Group bookings:
- Email: labandeira@cp.pt (Groups of 10 or more people).
- The voucher must be presented to board the Presidential Train;
- Vouchers for use on the Presidential Train are only valid for tha train, day and routethey have been issued for and cannot be changed or refunded;
- Passengers will receive a full refund if CP has to cancel the journey.
