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- Portuguese
- English
- Spanish
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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
Itinerary
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1Douro Marina
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
Ponte Infante Dom Henrique (Pass by)
Continue upstream beneath the Infante Bridge, a modern contrast to Porto's historic skyline.
Admission ticket free -
Ponte D. Maria Pia (Pass by)
Pass beneath the historic Maria Pia Bridge, one of the Douro’s most recognizable engineering landmarks.
Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Reach the Freixo Bridge, the easternmost point of our six-bridges route, before beginning the relaxed return journey.
Admission ticket free -
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.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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