Porto: Douro River Cruise in a small Group With Port Wine
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Porto, Portugal
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Give your feet a break from walking and embark on a relaxing tour of the Douro River with stunning views of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia on this boat cruise. Catch sights of landmarks such as the old customs house, the port wine cellars, and the iconic Dom Luis I Bridge. Enjoy a complimentary glass of port and feel the sea breeze as you head towards the confluence of the river and the Atlantic Ocean.
- Take in the sights of Porto from a new perspective—the water
- Stay connected while you cruise with onboard Wi-Fi
- Choose from a daytime or sunset tour based on your schedule
- Marvel at the scenic beauty of the Douro Estuary and watch for wildlife
What's Included
- Wi-fi
- Glass of Port Wine
- Boat Tour
- Snacks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Marina da AfuradaR. da Praia 430, 4400-554 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
MEETING POINT When arriving at Douro Marina, wait at pier D gate for one of the skippers, identified with BBDouro equipment, to make your check-in and accompany you to the boat.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Douro River
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
2
Douro Marina
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
3
Centro Interpretativo do Patrimonio da Afurada
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
4
Ponte da Arrabida
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
5
Museu do Carro Electrico
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
6
Igreja da Confraria das Almas do Corpo Santo de Massarelos
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Alfandega Porto Congress Centre (Pass By)
7
Passeio das Virtudes
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
8
Torre dos Clerigos
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
9
Cais De Gaia
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
10
Barcos rabelos
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
11
Praca Da Ribeira
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
12
Jardim Do Morro
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
13
Miradouro Serra Do Pilar
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
14
Dom Luis I Bridge
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
15
Reserva Natural Estuario do Douro
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
16
Jardim do Passeio Alegre
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- The distribution of clients on the boats is done in random order, and no preference can be specified at the time of booking. We will not split groups.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Highlight of our trip to Porto. This let us see a ton of the city, including historic districts and the sunset was incredible. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable as well which added a lot to the experience.
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A leisurely cruise along the Duoro with fantastic first mate Lucas as our guide and waiter. His historical knowledge of places on the riverside was second to none, and his hosting skills were excellent. It was very comfortable with only a small group of people on the cruiser and you felt very safe in the hands of our Captain steering the cruiser.
This experience is worth much more than it cost. A beautiful boat. Plenty of room and facilities.There was 9 passengers on this trip and Lucas and Junior, took great care of us. One of our group is partially sighted and getting on and off for her was no problem with their help. A snack of cheese, ham, olives and crispbread along with a bottle of wine between 2, was all that was needed on this 2hr cruise down the river. Lucas was very knowledgable and spoke several languages. He
was happy to take our photos, assist our friend around the deck and made a real difference to the enjoyment for us all.
The trip exceeded our expectations.
Beautiful views, very relaxing, boat crew were very informative and accommodating. I would highly recommend this trip.
The boat was clean and nicely appointed with soft seats and ample space for all 16 of us in the group. Captain André welcomed us aboard and our hostess, Kamila was gracious and ensured that we were comfortable throughout the cruise. The only thing that we expected but didn't get was to be shown the various points of interest along the river. No running commentary is needed but just a few pointed remarks to help with interpreting what we were seeing. I believe this would have enhanced the experience.
Excellent river cruise, great staff, and good value. Going to the edge of the Atlantic ocean was a complete surprise. Thoroughly recommend it.
Miguel and Matilde were absolutely fabulous during the tour. Matilde provided great information and Miguel was a careful and confident captain. We had a wonderful sunset cruise and it was exactly what we hoped it would be.
We had an excellent time on board
Extremely informative
The skipper & tour guide could not have been more helpful & accommodating
I am an old aged pensioner of 82 & my wife is nearly 80 from Ireland
We met a lovely lady from Nova Scotia & four lovely ladies from England on board
I was the only man in the group
Would recommend this company.
The tour was excellent. Both staff were very accommodating. There were only 6 guests on board so it was relaxing. Staff gave good information. The only trouble we had was the meeting point location that was sent via Google maps was inaccurate and a passing local person helped us find the meeting spot
prepare yourself for a scenic and peaceful cruise surrounded by stunning views on both sides! Miquel and Joanna made it extra special—warm professionals who know how to make strangers feel like family.
Everything was soft and very well organised. Really friendly crew. I would definitely do it again if I ever go back to Porto.
Great weather
Good Sailing
Great captain and Mate
I feel the trip was cut a little short since we couldn’t go to the ocean. No fault of anyone.
Great easy cruise with very gracious hosts. With the height of the mast we were only able to pass through 3 bridges not six. But still great relaxing boat ride with group of 10 or less. Took a brief leap into the ocean and saw a dolphin or two.
It is so relaxing and fun. What a great way to see another view of the beautiful city. The staff is wonderful and made the experience that much more fun. Leonora and Fernando were amazing!
Best tour we took in Porto. Small group was amazing, excellent staff and Captain.
Would’ve been better if we knew the marina was across the river- but once we got there - awesomeness
Loved this trip. Well organised. So relaxing and cool on a hot day.
The boat was beautiful and very comfortable
Had a lovely time with an excellent crew. Guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. The boat was very comfortable and relaxing. Made our whole day.
From start to end we had amazing experience . Greta staff . Amazing views . Entire family was impressed .
Wonderful relaxing cruise great skippers and the river is just stunning!!
We enjoyed a delicious port wine and snacks during the ride what’s not to like!
That it was small and organized, I thought the staff was friendly. Unfortunately the sunset was only a little visible due to the fog. But that’s the weather.
Amazing afternoon on the river. Sitting out front, smooth sailing and drink in hand. Weather was perfect. Views of Porto were great. Went out of the heads also. Our guides were friendly and attentive.
Overall nice experience with the boating tour. We were caught off guard though that not all drinks were included until the end of the tour when the crew was requesting payment. Probably only the first glass of port wine we consumed was complementary.
A terrific experience, top highlight of our trip. Two wonderful guys, kind, caring, and professional!
We will for sure book with you in the future!
Thank You!
Brilliant trip. We booked small group trip & it was-just me and my partner. Guides really helpful and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend
It was turned to private tour with Miguel and Camilla. Very enjoyable and relaxing. Very recommended
It is a very comfortable vessel for a small group. Carlotta and Miguel were excellent.
We were served a delicious glass of Port and nibbles.
We had a great time site seeing and relaxing. Miguel was friendly and Ines was informative about the city, gave great recommendations and even took some really nice pics of all the guests. This short cruise is a great way to spend time seeing Porto.
Excellent trip around the Douro with loads of space, nice port and a fab knowledgeable crew. Shout out to Innes, Lewis and Castillo.
Our guides and crew Ines & Miguel were very informative and attentive. A fantastic time in a small group setting made this a positive and memorable experience.
What an incredible experience from start to finish! The views were breathtaking, the boat was beautiful, and the whole tour was so much fun. Miguel & Junior were friendly, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel welcome. We had plenty of opportunities to take in the scenery & snap amazing photos.
I couldn’t recommend this tour highly enough. If you’re looking for a fun, relaxing, and memorable experience on the water, definitely book this tour. You won’t regret it
Our family had a wonderful time. The food and drinks were great, and we enjoyed meeting fellow travellers. Maia was a great guide--very fun, funny and engaging. I highly recommend.
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