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

Duration2h

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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

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.

Options

Private Sunset

Private cruise at sunset: The most desirable time of the day, reserved only for your group!!
Toast with Port Wine: while the sky becomes golden and the lights of the harbour turn on.
An exclusive experience: One of the most magical moments of the river.

Private-Daytime

Private Cruise Day 6 Bridges: Private cruise of 2h through the 6 bridges of the Douro. Boat only to your group in daytime.
Route and views of the Douro: Sail between the Douro Marina, Ribeira and the Gaia cellars, seeing the Port in full daylight from the river.
Environment and exclusivity: Quiet and welcoming environment, with close attention from the crew and time to enjoy the Douro in private.
Duration: 2 hours: Experience of about 2 hours, ideal for relaxing, talking and enjoying the view of Porto from the river.

Private Morning Cruise

Morning Calm Cruise (Private): Quiet river, soft light, fewer boats.

What's included

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

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional food or drinks not mentioned
Gratuities

What to expect

Douro Marina
10m

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.
Ponte da Arrabida
Pass by

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

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.
Dom Luis I Bridge
Pass by

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

Continue upstream beneath the Infante Bridge, a modern contrast to Porto's historic skyline.
Ponte D. Maria Pia
Pass by

Pass beneath the historic Maria Pia Bridge, one of the Douro’s most recognizable engineering landmarks.
Ponte de Sao Joao
Pass by

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

Reach the Freixo Bridge, the easternmost point of our six-bridges route, before beginning the relaxed return journey.
Rio Douro
Pass by

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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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