Boat trips · SUNSET CRUISES IN PORTO
Good sunset cruises in Porto fill up weeks ahead and the calm mornings go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Porto’s Douro River bridges cruise, sunset option, Burmester cellar visit, wine tasting, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Great boat ride to see the bridges. No issues locating right boat operators.”
Review of Porto’s 2-hour Douro River party boat, with six bridges, drinks, DJ music, sunset views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Full of atmosphere, nice landscape, music, drinks and dance. People loved it and were enjoyable. It was a very good experience.”
Cruise Porto’s six bridges with local guides, port wine, small groups, and a possible Atlantic sunset from Douro Marina.
“Very relaxing, informative and enjoyable. The young couple who on the boat are very helpful interesting and fun to be with. Highly recommend.”
Review of Porto’s two-hour Douro cruise with port wine, bridge views, sunset options, practical meeting advice, and honest value tips.
“Overall we liked the cruise and our tour guides were really fun and informative . We were disappointed, however, that there was a lot of rain during the tour and the protecrive awning was not used. We were given blankets which were helpful. We were actually surprised the tour wasn’t canceled in the first place . Due to the winds , the guide asked if we wanted to continue or head back with an out 1/2 hour left and the group opted to head back however we do feel a discount on this tour is warranted. We would use the company again we just feel that they didn’t handle the…”
Review of Porto’s 2-hour Douro cruise, with port wine, small boats, sunset views, bridges, practical tips, value, and what to expect.
“Boat, Crew and the weather were fantastic. Thank you for the wonderful experience”
Cruise Porto’s six bridges and Douro Estuary in a small group, with wine, local stories, and an optional Atlantic sunset.
“We had the best time. It’s a small group so it felt very intimate compared to the bigger boats. These guys were very knowledgeable and chatty and we learned things about Porto that we didn’t know before! Nothing will beat floating in the boat while the sun is setting on Porto with a glass of port-, pure bliss. Would 10/10 recommend. Also if you’re looking for a place to eat after around there ask Anselmo, he knows all the best places.”
Cruise Porto’s Douro River at sunset on a small sailboat with local wine, charcuterie, city views, and friendly guides.
“We had an amazing boat tour with Pedro and Juan. Both were extremely friendly, helpful, skilled sailors, and full of knowledge about the local area. Because of the weather, we weren’t able to see the sunset we had hoped for, but nevertheless, Pedro and Juan made it a trip we will never forget. 5+ stars”
Review of Porto’s 50-minute Douro cruise, sunset option, Rabelo boat, World of Discoveries add-on, price, tips, and drawbacks.
“I bought a ticket for 3 items the first level to be a 50 to 60 minute 3 bridges cruise. The cruise lasted exactly 40 minutes. There was no audio guide offered, no on board commentary.. nothing whatsoever. When I arrived, the operator of the cruiser was slapping the ass of the female ticket checker and had an unfriendly demeanour. There was no verbal communication whatsoever until I asked for information on where and when the world of discovery event was. And even then no helpful information was forthcoming. I was told that the World of discovery is accross the river and closed. And as for the sunset cruise, I'm…”
River hour, cave run, whale ground or a deck with lunch on it.
