Douro River ferry
Get on board, sit back and enjoy a comfortable way across the Douro River.
Travel across the river in safety and style, in one of the boats inspired by the design of the traditional Rabelos, which transported Port wine from the heart of the Douro Valley to the cellars of Porto. “Serra do Pilar” and “Casa do Infante” are the names of the boats, in honor of the two cities, Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia.
Choose the time that better suits your schedule. Each boat makes its journey every 15 minutes from 9.15am to sunset, every day of the week. Each crossing takes approximately 5 minutes, allowing you to reach the other side in a quick and convenient manner.
Main features
Additional features
Do this because
- Cross the Douro River in just 5 minutes
- Get on board a traditional Rabelo inspired boat
- Marvel at the breathtaking views and capture pictures of your travel
Important to know
Know in advance:
- You can use your ticket anytime, on the selected date, during the operating hours (subject to the capacity of the boat at the time of arrival)
- Each boat makes its journey every 15 minutes from 10:00 AM until 01:00 PM and from 02:00 PM until sunset. Currently, the last crossing is scheduled at 05:35 PM to Porto and 05:45 PM to Gaia.
- The two Rabelas are adapted to receive passengers with reduced mobility
- The ferry is free for children under 4
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Entrance ticket
- Transfer
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
World of Wine
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