Porto: Tour on the Douro River in a Classic Boat
Description
On this two-hour tour along the Douro River aboard a classic boat, you can admire the beauty of the banks of the city of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia while relaxing with music and the sounds of the surrounding nature. It should be noted that we are the only sailboat to be able to cross the Dom Luis I Bridge, thus allowing a trip from the mouth of the Douro to Freixo passing through the 6 bridges that connect the city of Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. Despite being a shared experience, our boat has several distinct areas with benches and cushions for your comfort, allowing for a more intimate experience if you so desire. As the name of our boat indicates, come be HAPPY on the Douro.
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Itinerary
We are the only sailboat to be able to pass the most iconic bridge in Porto
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(189)
It was an amazing experience! Highly recommend it with family who have kids. The couple who runs the tour made us feel very comfortable. They served a cheese and crackers board with tomato and pumpkin jam that was made by her mom and it was delicious.
What a true treasure this boat tour was! It’s a nice intimate setting as they only allow 10 people max on the boat. The snacks and wine were delicious - our kids also loved that they got to drink their water and juice out of “super fancy glasses”. There were also fleece blankets provided, as it does get a bit breezy on the river. Bruna was so sweet and attentive, a perfect host! We loved that the boat moved slowly on the river as we were being passed by the larger tour operators. It was so relaxing and really allowed us to take it all in. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a “sunset” view, but we can’t control the clouds and I don’t think it took away from the experience. I’d still highly recommend the tour - sunshine or not! It was a great way to end our time in Porto 💕
It was a wonderful evening with the most fabulous host. Bruna made the experience delightful, fun and interesting. I would highly recommend this excursion!!
It’s the elegant touch in detail and the warm hospitality that makes this experience extraordinary. You feel not only welcomed but anticipated. It’s not just a boat ride, it’s a ride to happiness on the Happy Douro.
Gentle and attentive hosts, very nice walk, easy access to Gaia marina. I highly recommend.
Really lovely trip, friendly couple running the trip, lovely food!! Amazing sunset at the end of the trip!
This tour was very relaxing and fun. It is run by a very nice couple and their boat is very comfortable. There are cushions with backs to relax on. You get one drink for free and a good size charcuterie board with some delicious snacks from the area. It was definitely chilly on the river so I recommend wearing warmer clothes for sure. You get so see all the bridges in Porto and a beautiful sunset. They even brought out a hammock at the end to hang off the back of the boat! So fun and relaxing and highly recommended if you are looking for a relaxing way to see the shoreline of Porto.
This evening cruise was perfect in every way. The boat is small enough that you don’t feel packed in but large enough that it feels very steady to glide through the water. The hosts provided great drinks, a great meat and cheese plate and plenty of information about the area. But they also gave us time to just enjoy the surroundings and the sunset. What a gift this was! We highly recommend it!
It was an unbelievable experience and would highly recommend this. This is run by a couple who clearly take pride in this service, they were lovely and welcoming. It was so peaceful and the time went so quick. The food and drink were such a lovely touch. Absolutely amazing.
I highly recommend this excursion. It is run by a husband and wife team and they pay attention to every little detail to make sure you have an excellent experience!! You even get some homemade jam that was very good. You will not be disappointed.
