Half-Day Guided Tour - Mysteries of the Sea by Bike

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Porto, Portugal

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Enjoy your guide's personalized explanations while cycling through Porto, learning about the city's history!
Designed for travelers who don't have time to explore on foot, this half-day bike tour is accessible to everyone (the route is practically all flat), and covers a large part of the bike path that follows the Douro River and the Foz do Douro waterfront
The tour ends in the iconic area of Ribeira, not without first passing the no less famous Ponte d. Luiz I.
This is the perfect tour for those who like culture and cycling!

What's Included

Use of bicycle
Guide, helmet, padlock, water bottle, boat crossing and taxes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Rua de Camões 703

It is 500 metres from Trinidad Metro Station

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ponte da Arrabida

    One of the road bridges that connects the cities of Porto and V.N.Gaia. At the time of its construction, in 1963, the bridge had the largest reinforced concrete arch in the world.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Fortress Sao Joao Baptista

    The São João Baptista da Foz Fort, also known as São João da Foz Castle, stands in a dominant position on the Douro river bar, defending fluvial access to the city of Porto.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Promenade Foz do Douro (Pass by)

    Its seafront promenade, dotted with terraces, bars and gardens by the sea make this area one of the most sought after in Porto, due to its high refinement.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Castelo Do Queijo

    The São Francisco Xavier Fort is located on the Atlantic Ocean and a short distance from the mouth of the Douro River, and is also known as Castelo do Queijo because, according to tradition, it was built on a rounded granite rock, and with a similar to a cheese.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Parque da Cidade

    It is the largest urban park in the country, occupying a total of 83 hectares and about 10 km of paths. The park is a sophisticatedly designed landscape, with lakes, varied flora and fauna, integrated into the fabric of the city.

    Admission ticket free
  • Parque Urbano da Pasteleira (Pass by)

    Built between 2004 and 2009, it was designed by landscape architect Marisa Lavrador. The wild pine and cork oak, represent the last great portion of natural vegetation, the Pinhais da Foz

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We are going to cross the Douro river towards the bank of V.N.Gaia, using one of the most traditional means of doing this: the boat "Menino do Douro"!

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Rua do Cabedelo

    In this fishing village, the stories of those who put their lives at risk, every day, going to the sea to bring the fish were always told!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    For many centuries, a river port was located here from which various goods were exported, with special emphasis on Port wine. From here we can enjoy one of the most beautiful views over the city of Porto!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Dom Luis I Bridge (Pass by)

    The Luiz I Bridge, is a bridge in metallic structure with two decks, built between the years 1881 and 1888, connecting the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia (north and south bank, respectively). It is one of the icons of the city!

    Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Ribeira

    Ribeira is one of the oldest and most typical places in Porto! It is part of the Historic Center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by NORTHROAD - RENTALS & TOURS

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Bike Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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