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Porto: Private Douro Cruise – 1963 Boat, Bridges & Sunset

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Overview

Step aboard Cabernet, our restored 1963 boat, for a private 2-hour cruise through the heart of Porto. With only your group on board, sail beneath the city’s 6 bridges, enjoy close-up views of Ribeira and Gaia, and discover the Douro at a slower, more personal pace. Along the way, enjoy a Port wine toast and a selection of Portuguese local flavors while your local hosts share stories about the river and the city, or simply give you space to relax, listen to music and enjoy the view. Blankets and a restroom are available on board for extra comfort. Choose a daytime cruise or sunset and experience Porto from the water aboard a boat with more than 60 years of history.

  • Sail beneath Porto's 6 bridges with views of Ribeira and Gaia
  • Enjoy a Port wine toast and a selection of Portuguese local flavors
  • Private 2-hour Douro cruise aboard a restored 1963 boat
  • Choose daytime or sunset and enjoy the river at your own pace
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Additional food or drinks not mentioned
  • Not included: Gratuities

When you arrive at the marina, head to Ponton C, in front of the only café. A member OF the crew will meet you 5 minutes before scheduled time.

Meeting and Pickup

  1. Begin your private cruise at Douro Marina, beside the traditional fishing village of Afurada. Step aboard Cabernet, our restored 1963 boat, settle in and enjoy a welcome drink as we leave the marina behind.

  2. Pass beneath the Arrábida Bridge as the Douro opens towards Porto. From here, the city begins to reveal itself from the water.

  3. Cruise past Porto's historic Ribeira and enjoy one of the city's most iconic views, with its colorful façades, riverside atmosphere and old streets rising above the Douro.

  4. Pass beneath the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, with Ribeira on one side and Villa Nova de Gaia on the other.

  5. Continue upstream beneath the Infante Bridge, a modern contrast to Porto's historic skyline.

  6. Pass beneath the historic Maria Pia Bridge, one of the Douro’s most recognizable engineering landmarks.

  7. Cruise beneath the São João railway bridge as the city gradually gives way to a quieter stretch of the river.

  8. Reach the Freixo Bridge, the easternmost point of our six-bridges route, before beginning the relaxed return journey.

  9. Enjoy the return journey along the Douro at a slower pace, with time to relax, listen to music, enjoy local flavors and take in the river views before returning to the marina.

Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Suitable for all physical fitness levels Not recommended Reduced mobility

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

Portuguese, English, Spanish

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From US$80.17