Private Sunset & Night Douro Cruise in Porto

5.0 (25 reviews) Porto, Portugal
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the most magical way to discover Porto on a private 2 - hour sunset and night cruise along the Douro River with local hosts.
Your journey begins at Freixo Marina, one hour before sunset, cruising towards the mouth of the river where the Douro meets the Atlantic.
Watch the sky turn golden as Porto Slowly transforms around you.
As the sun sets, enjoy a relaxed and intimate atmosphere on board with Portuguese wine, Port Wine, refreshing drinks and a traditional snack board.
Soft music and cozy blankets complete the experience.
After Sunset the experience continues as you cruise back along the river and witness Porto and Gaia fully illuminated at night - a completely different and unforgattable perspective of the city.
Perfect for couples, special occasions : proposals, birthdays or anyone looking for a truly memorable moment in Porto.
Included : Private cruise, local hosts, wine and Port Wine, soft drinks, snacks, music, blankets.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • life jacket
  • Blanket
  • Night shipping fee
  • wine, sparkling and Port wine cup
  • Orange juice
  • Tapas with cheese, filled, fruit or other option according to the customer's instructions
  • Music

What to expect

  1. Marina Do Freixo
    Pass by
    Departure from Freixo Marina towards the Atlantic Ocean
  2. Pass by
    It's the most upward bridge. In fact, these are two bridges because they are two separate boards. It was inaugurated in September 1995. It's a road bridge.
  3. Ponte de Sao Joao
    Pass by
    The current railway bridge was inaugurated on 24 June 1992. It is written by a Portuguese Engineer - Edgar Cardoso.
    The next tower was built by the same Engineer at the height of the bridge to study the progress of the work.
  4. Ponte D. Maria Pia
    Pass by
    It is the bridge designed by Gustav Eiffel. One of the most beautiful bridges in Porto. It was the first railway bridge. It was opened in 1877 and was operational until 1992. It is currently completely closed. It's a prime Eiffel.
  5. Ponte Infante Dom Henrique
    Pass by
    It is the newest bridge between Porto and Gaia. Road bridge. Its name is due to the pioneer of the Discoveries - D. Henrique, who was born in Porto. The name of the bridge is in his honor.
  6. Dom Luis I Bridge
    Pass by
    The most iconic and well-known Port Bridge. Written by the Belgian Engineer Theophille Seirig who was an Eiffel student and cohabited with him at the D. Maria Bridge. 10 years later he designed the Bridge D. Louis I.
  7. Cais da Ribeira
    Pass by
    The Ribeira do Porto: Historic area of Porto with the colorful houses. The night is magical with the lights in the city on the Bridge and in the Monastery of the Pilar mountain.
  8. Ponte da Arrabida
    Pass by
    It's the most downward bridge. It's a national monument. By Portuguese Engineer Edgar Cardoso. When it was inaugurated in 1963, it was the only one in Europe with a single bow suspended in concrete.
  9. Reserva Natural Estuario do Douro
    Pass by
    Sunset in the Foz do Rio Douro.
  10. Cais De Gaia
    Pass by
    Ribeira de Gaia: Night in the city. City Lights, Ponte D. Luiz and Monastery and See.
  11. Marina Do Freixo
    Pass by
    End of Tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting next to the Marina cafe

End point

Meeting next to the Marina cafe

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Alcoholic beverages only served to over 18s.

Cancellation policy

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

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5.0 (25)

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