Where is the meeting point?

Meet at Douro Marina in Vila Nova de Gaia and arrive at least 10 minutes before departure.

Can we swim and use the SUP?

Yes—there are scheduled stops for swimming and complimentary stand-up paddleboard use; swimming is at your own risk.

Are children allowed?

Yes, children are allowed but every baby or child must be accompanied by an adult.

Is the boat wheelchair accessible?

No, the boat is not wheelchair-accessible; however assistance animals are welcome.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund is available with 24 hours' notice or in the event of extreme weather.

Are pets allowed on board?

Pets are not permitted, though service and assistance animals are allowed.

Sail the Douro: Porto Experience - 3 Horas Luxury Yacht Cruise with Swim and SUP

Porto Experience - 3 Horas invites travelers to see Porto from the water, sailing the lower Douro River from Douro Marina in Vila Nova de Gaia. In three hours aboard a luxury yacht you'll glide past the Ribeira waterfront, under the layered arches of Ponte Dom Luís I, and toward the river mouth at Foz do Douro where the Douro meets the Atlantic. The trip combines sightseeing, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, and a sunset option that turns the city's postcard views into a private celebration. The route frames Porto's UNESCO-listed historic center and the opposite shoreline of Vila Nova de Gaia, where rows of port wine caves cling to steep terraces of schist and granite. Onboard, the crew welcomes you with a porto wine welcome drink and a relaxed pace that makes this feel equal parts river tour and floating salon. Stops are timed for photography and a swim; a cheese and charcuterie board and the use of a SUP are included, which raise this above the standard sightseeing launch. What makes this experience stand out is scale and intimacy: the yacht takes a maximum of 13 guests, so you keep the comfort of a private trip while still sailing the same landmarks that shaped Porto's maritime history. You'll pass under iron bridges and historic riverside warehouses, see the caves that matured tawny port, and watch fishermen and commuter boats weave beneath dramatic arches. If you time it for golden hour the light slants across the river and softens the azulejo tiles and baroque facades. Practical details are straightforward: meet at Douro Marina in Vila Nova de Gaia and arrive ten minutes early; boarding is prompt and the company asks guests to follow crew guidance, particularly when swimming - the activity is undertaken at your own risk. The boat is not wheelchair-accessible; assistance animals are welcome. Small groups, private events, and couples celebrating special moments will find the setup especially suited to intimate photography and small parties. Seasonally, mornings are cooler and quieter, while summer evenings bring longer light and warm water for swimming. The stretch of river near the mouth hosts a variety of birdlife and the surrounding hills are planted with quinta vineyards that signal the region's centuries-old wine culture. Whether you're marking an anniversary, scouting photo angles of Porto's skyline, or simply seeking a polished way to feel the Douro, Porto Experience - 3 Horas delivers a distinctive, low-effort, high-reward way to own a Porto sunset from the water. The tour allows a maximum of 13 guests and offers full refund with 24 hours' notice or in extreme weather - practical booking terms that make it easy to plan last-minute moments on the Douro. Reserve early for sunsets and private charters today.

Sail the Douro: Porto Experience - 3 Horas Luxury Yacht Cruise with Swim and SUP

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