Hop aboard a typical Douro boat and discover the only city in Europe containing 6 bridges. Navigate past the historic center of Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia, and the mouth of the Douro River.

About this activity

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Duration 50 minutes: Check availability to see starting times

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Finlay – United Kingdom

1very good.The boat was comfortable and very smooth, and the commentary explained all the main sights along the driver.1

Ella – United States

This river cruise was great! It lasted about an hour as stated, and the ride was very smooth and calm, which allowed us to relax and enjoy the sights. I’d definitely recommend this tour!

Highlights

Sail aboard a boat originally used to transport Port wine barrels
Admire views of the historic center of Oporto, Vila Nova de Gaia, and the mouth of the Douro River
Navigate through the only city in Europe with 6 bridges

Full description

Board the original boats used to transport the Port Wine barrels from the Douro Region to Gaia and Porto. The boats have been adapted with the most modern navigation equipment to transport passengers with maximum comfort.

Enjoy a journey that stretches from the historic center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, upstream to Freixo and then downstream toward the mouth of the Douro.

Take the opportunity to admire the rich and breathtaking landscape while you learn the history of the 6 bridges that unite Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto. Discover other points of interest in these two cities.

Includes

River cruise

Meeting point

Look for the pictured boat at Cais da Estiva, Porto.

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Important information

Know before you go

The cruise is subject to availability
If the boat is full, you may need to wait for the next cruise

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise