Porto & Beyond: 3-Hour Scenic Yacht Cruise to the Atlantic

Porto & Beyond: 3-Hour Scenic Yacht Cruise to the Atlantic

Freixo Marina, Porto, Portugal

PEOPLE

3h00

DURATION

With skipper

You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Spanish, Portuguese

Super Owner

Alvaro is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

Fuel

VAT

Welcome Drink

About the experience

Step aboard the Beneteau Yacht, model Swift Trawler 42,for an unforgettable 3-hour cruise along the majestic Douro River, offering a deeper and more relaxed exploration of Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia, and the stunning Atlantic coastline. This powerful and elegant yacht is designed for comfort and performance, featuring spacious indoor and outdoor areas, including a sun-soaked solarium—perfect for lounging as the views unfold.

Departing from Marina do Freixo, your journey begins with a scenic passage under Porto’s six iconic bridges: Freixo, São João, Maria Pia, Infante D. Henrique, the iconic Dom Luís I, and the Arrábida Bridge. A short pause allows time to admire the Ribeira districts of Porto and Gaia—both UNESCO World Heritage Sites—offering fantastic photo opportunities and a taste of the city’s rich culture.

From there, the cruise continues toward the mouth of the Douro River, reaching the Foz, where the Douro meets the Atlantic Ocean. With more time to unwind, guests can enjoy a smoother pace, spectacular sea views, and perhaps even spot local wildlife along the estuary.

The tour includes a professional skipper, fuel, final cleaning, safety equipment, VAT, and mooring at the base port—everything needed for a premium experience on the water.

Organized by Alvaro

Super owner · 12 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:: Freixo Marina, Porto, Portugal
Ash Bridge: The easternmost bridge over the Douro in Porto, ideal for highway traffic and offering a peaceful start to your river journey.
St. John's Bridge: A modern railway bridge, opened in 1991, showcasing contemporary engineering and connecting the north and south rail lines.
Maria Pia Bridge: Designed by Gustave Eiffel in 1877, this iconic iron railway bridge was a pioneering structure in its time and remains a symbol of industrial heritage.
Prince Henry Bridge: A sleek concrete arch bridge completed in 2003, named after Prince Henry the Navigator, and built to ease city traffic while preserving views of historic Porto.
Luis I Bridge: Perhaps the most iconic of Porto’s bridges, this double-decked structure was built by Eiffel’s disciple, Théophile Seyrig. A masterpiece of iron architecture and a postcard-perfect landmark.
Gaia River and Porto River (World Heritage Site – UNESCO): These charming waterfront districts, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, offer a stunning panorama of colorful houses, lively squares, and centuries of maritime history.
Arrábida Bridge: Once the largest concrete arch in the world, this 1963 bridge impresses with its sweeping structure and coastal views.
Arrive back at:: Freixo Marina, Porto, Portugal