The 6 Bridges Cruise is one of the most charming and picturesque experiences you can have on the Douro River. This Porto cruise is carried out on a Rabelo boat, a traditional Portuguese vessel full of history and tradition. Throughout the trip, you will have the chance to discover the natural beauty and historical heritage of the region.
At The Other Side, we offer two ways to enjoy the 6 Bridges Cruise and explore the city of Porto: the 6 Bridges Cruise and the 6 Bridges Cruise with a visit to a Port wine cellar.
6 Bridges Cruise
The 6 Bridges Cruise on the Douro River is carried out on a typical Rabelo boat and lasts 50 minutes.
The cruise starts and ends in Porto, and during this journey, you can admire some of the city’s most iconic landmarks: D. Luís I Bridge, Arrábida Bridge, Maria Pia Bridge, Freixo Bridge, Infante Bridge, and more.
Each bridge has its own unique history and architecture, which you can appreciate during the cruise.
Duration: 50 minutes
Price: €15.00 – Adults / €9.00 – Children
More information about the 6 Bridges Cruise here.
Rabelo Boat Cruise through the 6 Bridges
6 Bridges Cruise and Visit to a Port Wine Cellar
The 6 Bridges Cruise and Visit to a Port Wine Cellar on the Douro River is carried out on a typical Rabelo boat and lasts 2 hours.
The cruise starts and ends on the Vila Nova de Gaia side. During the trip, you can admire some of the city’s most iconic landmarks: Luís I Bridge, Ribeira, Foz do Douro, Maria Pia Bridge, Freixo Bridge, Infante Bridge, and more.
After the cruise, you will head to a traditional Port wine cellar. There, you’ll enjoy a guided tour with a guide fluent in four languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish, or French, who will explain everything about the production process of the famous Port wine. The tour also includes two Port wine tastings.
Duration: 2 hours
Price: €28.00 – Adults / €14.00 – Children
More information about the 6 Bridges Cruise and visit to a Port wine cellar here.
Rabelo Boat Cruise along the banks of Porto and Gaia
The 6 Bridges Cruise, with or without a visit to a Port wine cellar, is an excellent way to explore Porto in a more relaxed and leisurely manner. Throughout the tour, you’ll gain a new perspective of the city and the cultural heritage of the Douro region.
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