Leixoes - Oporto Sights & River Cruise

Excursion

Price from

£81

Duration
Approx. 4.30 hrs
Season
Available all year
Min. number
0 traveller(s)
Booking code
E-LXO1

Enjoy a panoramic drive to Oporto’s centre, see traditional azulejos tiles, and sail on the majestic Rio Douro. 
  • Enjoy panoramic views en route to Oporto and admire the magnificent ceramic tiles of Estación de Porto-São Bento.

  • Join a relaxing river cruise aboard a traditional rabelo boat, one used to transport wine barrels.

  • Visit a port wine cellar and taste this famous local product in Vila Nova de Gaia 


Your tour begins with a scenic drive to the centre of Oporto, before enjoying a walking tour of the beautifully historic town.  

 On the tour, you’ll admire the intricately hand-painted azulejos, traditional ceramic tiles, of Estación de Porto-São Bento, and see the brightly coloured façades of the Ribeira quarter. You’ll also embark on a cruise on the Rio Douro aboard a rabelo boat - once used to transport wine barrels to the Gaia area. After the cruise, you’ll visit a port wine cellar to taste and learn about the production of this renowned fortified wine.   

Practical information

  • Remarks/requirements: The rabelo boat tour lasts approx. 50 mins.   

  • Walking or Activity information: Involves moderate physical activity on relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain. Includes approx. 1 mile of walking 

  • Wheelchair accessible: No 

  • Language availability: English 

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