Porto Riverboat Cruise

Porto Riverboat cruise under heavenly bridges – Sail & Celebrate in Style!

Specially for your hen weekend (or stag), a 50 minute public Porto cruise where you’ll get the best possible view of Porto’s most iconic trademark sights: the fantastic bridges, beautiful tiled old buildings and the wine cellars.

The boat sets sail from the Vila Nova de Gaia side of the river (a short trip over the river by public transport from the Ribeira/Aliados districts, but let us know if you’ll need a minivan transfer to the quayside departure point at Cais de Gaia.

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Combine your Porto riverboat cruise with a wine cellar visit

Porto’s Douro river is steeped in wine-trading tradition (don’t try to drink it though…the river we mean) and spanned by old and new bridges that add a stamp of character to the whole place. You’ll see the old wine barges – rabelos – plying either bank and it’s easy to imagine you’re in some 17th century reverie.Ultimate

Up your spirits with the wine cellar add-on

And, if you’ve worked up a thirst on the Porto riverboat there is good news. Watching all those wineries float by will surely have piqued your curiosity.

We recommend:

combine your cruise with a short visit to one of Porto’s premier wineries.Just a short walk from where you disembark from the boat you’ll have entrance to one of Porto’s wine cellars, there you’ll sample some port wine
this addition to your sail will only cost a few extra euros, but up the spirits considerably!
there you’ll sample a couple of the wines that make this city so famous and learn all about this lovely fortified nectar!

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Try us – Why book a Porto riverboat with us?

This is Porto’s greatest sightseeing adventure and you’ll have an audio introduction in English to all of the glories of Porto.
All in all it’s a fantastic first day-in-Porto cruise trip.
Add the wine cellar visit – this too is a must while in Porto
you’ll learn all about the wine and the wine trade and sample a couple of Ports from the cask – you can’t leave town without doing that!
Groups from 8 to 80 People
50 minute sail

Your own Porto Riverboat Cruise – what is included?

50 minute tour on a 160-capacity tourist boat.
you’ll have fantastic views from the river of the margins of the Douro river, between Arrabida Bridge and Freixo Bridge.
audioguides are available in most languages.
Optional extra: we recommend booking a wine cellar visit after your cruise end !

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FAQ – Porto riverboat cruise

What is the normal schedule for a Porto riverboat cruise

Our cruises are usually available from 1000 – 1730 on weekdays and Fri Sat Sun 1000 – 1830
cruises last 50 mins
Departure is usually from the Cais de Gaia quayside area (other side of the Douro river from Ribeira) at 11:00, 14:30 and 18:00.
Transport to the departure point is not included.
Remember you will need to build in time to get to the point of departure at Cais de Gaia.
Our voucher will give you full details of how to get to the departure point
if you prefer private transfers and/or a guide to accompany you, please let us know, and we will be happy to offer you that as an additional service.

How much does the Porto riverboat cruise cost ?

As this is a public sail, rates are very reasonable for groups
There are several options that can be added (such as the wine cellar tasting and visit) but it will out out around €33 per person.
We’ll get you the best rates, which depends on your group size. Ask us for the best quote!

What else do I need to know?

Private charter cruises of the Douro river are also available – ask us!
Safety is important at all times and you must heed the rules and advice of the crew.
Especially during summer, use sun protection: sun hats, sun block and sunglasses
You should take care not to get belongings wet or damaged, this is your responsibility, not that of the crew or captain.
Transport to the departure point is not included, but ask us if you would like to book transport from your hotel.

What clothes should I wear ?

Casual wear
Swim wear is not necessary as swim stops are not included.
Sun block
A top or sweater in case it gets cold (depends on the season)

Is the start point easy to get to?

The Porto riverboat booze cruise departs from the quays either side of the central Douro River.
You can book transfers with us, or just get Ubers or cabs.
Make sure you arrive on time to check in !

Customer Testimonials – Porto riverboat

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½ Rated 4.3/5 based on 24 reviews

The sail was fab…and the wine of course!

Sue and Barbara, Porto hen, October 24
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Porto hen package

Very nice trip along the river would recommend Porto riverboat really gives a view of the place you don’t always see.

Samantha B. Porto hen, March 25
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Porto riverboat trip

Beautiful place Porto

Brenda G, Porto, May 25
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Porto riverboat cruise and meal

Porto Riverboat Cruise