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Duarte was a good tour...
Duarte was a good tour guide. Very knowledgeable & friendly. Exactly as booking - bean bags were comfy for 4
Porto: Private tour in the Douro (1 to 4 people) on a boat just for you
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $176 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 793 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- At the port of access to the pontoons, next to the Marina's cafe.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Have a unique and exclusive experience, enjoy the River Douro... calmly... in a six-meter boat, inspired by local fishing boats, specially built for this purpose in 2018, with the purpose of providing you with unforgettable moments; Private experience, day or night, designed for couples, families or groups of up to four people, done in a close, relaxed and most importantly, away from any kind of confusion and crowds. Navigation, made by an experienced local skipper, passionate and great acquaintance of this river, always done in a quiet way, with small pauses, so that our guests can enjoy this beautiful view of the cities and naturally take the photos that impose. Route with more than 20km of navigation between Freixo Marina and the Atlantic Ocean.
Tour Options
Itinerary
After boarding at Freixo Marina, where we will offer you a welcome drink, at your choice (Crude Sparkling, Port or Tonic Port) we will sail towards the sea, passing under this bridge.
We will also pass under this bridge, where we will stop for brief moments.
Passage under the Infante D. Henrique Bridge.
A small stop for our guests to take the photos that take shape.
Navigation paused so that one can appreciate the river of the Port and the historical caves of Gaia.
Passage under the Arrábida Bridge.
Continuing in the direction of the Atlantic, we will enjoy the Cabedelo Nature Reserve, the romantic old Foz and the magnificent view of Barra do Douro surmounted by its emblematic lighthouse, this scenery is even more dazzling at sunset, a moment that is especially recommended for us . * Exit of the Bar to enjoy the city seen from the sea, this whenever the state of the sea allows and our guests intend, only and only in these cases. * Return to Marina do Freixo, our port of refuge, because more than two hours have passed. With the hope of having given our guests an unforgettable experience, to the point that we have transmitted to them the great love we feel for this river.
Highlights
Almonds with aromatic herbs
Mineral water
Raw Sparkling Wine / Port Wine / other previously requested
What's included
Included
Almonds with aromatic herbs
Mineral water
Raw Sparkling Wine / Port Wine / other previously requested
Traveller Ratings
4.9
793 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Porto: Private tour in the Douro (1 to 4 people) on a boat just for you lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $176 per person for this Porto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is At the port of access to the pontoons, next to the Marina's cafe.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(793)
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Paolo was a great host... Memorable day!
Paolo was an incredible host! Booked the smaller boat and had the opportunity to upgrade to a larger vessel. Took that opportunity in a heartbeat... Small yacht and just the two of us. The upgrade also came with a small charcuterie... And had a couple of bottles of lovely green wine. Him and Christina were great hosts... Gave us the privacy when we wanted and knew when to step in and chat. Highly recommend!
G
Perfect cruise
We had a lovely trip with Paulo up and down the Douro river. He was super knowledgeable, very pleasant and great to chat to. The boat was great too. The kids lovely chilling on the bean bags as we cruised under Porto’s bridges. Even the wine Paulo chose for us to sip was perfect! Would 100% recommend!
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Paulo was a terrific...
Paulo was a terrific host. He was knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. The boat was super clean. We loved playing our own music and sitting on the comfy bean bags. It was such a pleasure having the boat to ourselves.
F
Private tour just for us
The boat trip with Paulo went very well, enhanced by his commentary on the city, the river, and the bridges. We really enjoyed it and we recommend this experience.
S
Porto from the water - a must-see
Deliciously enjoyed. The guide has a lot of knowledge of the history and culture of Porto. Both the captain and the guide were very friendly!
E
A very beautiful...
A very beautiful experience. We had a pleasant time on the Douro, with a friendly guide who took the trouble to let our 2-year-old son steer the boat, to his great delight! The wine was also delicious. We recommend this special moment if you are visiting Porto.
K
Book with Zé!
What an experience! My husband and I took the 6:30 pm tour with guide, Zé. He was incredible - fun, super knowledgeable on the bridges and adjacent areas, and gave us a ton of recs for the trip. He also served us the areas popular wines, huge plus. A tip: waters are choppy during the sunset part of the day, waters are still (with less boats) in the morning. I’m so glad we went the private route opposed to the larger boat, the experience was much more intimate.
B
Perfect end for our trip!
We had an exceptional tour with Miguel yesterday. This was a perfect end to our holiday in Portugal… Miguel did a fabulous job, not only sharing with us the amazing history of the city, but also engaging our two tween boys who had a blast. This is the second time we have done an experience with this company and each time it has been just magical. We cannot recommend it enough!
E
Negative experience, never again
Uneatable pizza, poor food
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