Ricardo, Dani and Gabriella were great hosts. They made the trip fun, comfortable and informative. Would definitely sail with them again.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Port wine
- Certified crew
- VAT at the legal rate in force
- Natacake, snakcs light as peanut
- Music
Excludes
- Snacks
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Arrive 15 minutes earlier. Please head to our store to complete your check-in. Our skipper will come get you. (In case the store is closed, please wait in front of the door.)
Return
- Arrive 15 minutes earlier. Please head to our store to complete your check-in. Our skipper will come get you. (In case the store is closed, please wait in front of the door.)
Itinerary
Start your experience in the beautiful Douro Marina in the middle of the village of Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia
Enjoy the imposition of the concrete bow of the Arrabida bridge built in 1963
Enjoy the river's crystal garden where you can see the ceiling of the Rosa Mota Pavilion.
See the building of the Porto Customs, now used as a conference and exhibition center.
Contemplate the magnificent historic area where you can enjoy the wine cellars of Porto and the charismatic Rabelo boats on one of the shores.
Enjoy the magnitude and beauty of the Luis I Bridge, one of the icons of the city of Porto
Enjoy the area of Ribeira do Porto, a must-see point of our city, and contemplate its unique construction houses in the city.
The landscape in the Douro estuary and surrounding is captivating. Surrender to the charms of Rio and the beautiful Foz do Douro.
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Reviews
Dany and Miguel rock! Amazing experience. 10/10
Beautiful experience, our first time in Porto and the sunset was phenomenal. Knowledgeable and welcoming crew. The boat didn’t feel too crowded. Particularly enjoyed the white port and tonic. Highly recommend. NB give yourself plenty of time to get to Gaia on weekday the traffic is heavy 5pm onwards we almost missed our time slot!
We had a great expereince with the two young men captaining the boat for the sunset cruise on September 13, 2026 . I am so sorry we cannot remember their names as they made the trip for us. They were so friendly and did a great job engaging the guests, keeping everyone safe. The wine and snacks were appreciated! We highly recommend this tour and hope to do it again.
Beatrix and Claudio were excellent and knowledgeable hosts
Such a beautiful ride along thr duoro river! A big such out to Julio and the captain for looking after us so well. We got a welcome drink, as well as 2 differenr ports and a shot of portuguese liquor with a pastael de nata. It was so worth the experience, can't recommend enough!! If you come to Porto, make sure you get this tour booked!
Great experience to be on a sailboat drinking port watching the sunset with my wife and new friends.
Both guides were excellent company giving us lots of info. Perfect way to end a day in Porto. Thanks so much!
I can see why Douro Captain has such rave reviews - what a great way to spend a couple of hours... Miguel and Beatrice were excellent hosts - personable, knowledgeable, good company and the drinks provided were lovely. I thoroughly recommend.
Lovely time cruising on the Douro- lovely guide and nice snacks and wine. Really chilled vibes - not too many people - lots of space but communal and fun
Very relax . Love the wine tasting . The hostess were very nice and welcoming. The view is beautiful. Greatly recommended .
If ur lucky to get Danny and Miguel as ur hosts … great guys. Very knowledgable and both huge Liverpool fans 😎
Great experience with small group on very comfortable yacht. There were two guides on board both of which were excellent. They were knowledgeable, entertaining and took care of us really well.
Such a nice experience in Porto. Claudio and Tatiana were very friendly, charismatic and informative. We got to try 2 sorts of the port wine, a cherry liqueur and complimentary snacks. Definitely a recommended activity when in Porto.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our family of four, including our two teenage sons (15 and 17), had an absolutely unforgettable private sailing experience with Captain Douro in Porto! From the moment we stepped aboard the beautiful luxury sailing yacht, Miguel and Beatriz made us feel incredibly welcome. Their hospitality, professionalism, and genuine passion for what they do made this so much more than just a boat trip—it became one of the highlights of our holiday. Everything was taken care of to perfection. We never wanted for anything, and the delicious drinks, especially the refreshing Porto Tónicos, made the experience even more enjoyable. One of the best parts was that we not only cruised along the stunning Douro River but also sailed out onto the open Atlantic Ocean. Experiencing both the river and the sea on the same trip was truly special and offered breathtaking views. Miguel and Beatriz were exceptional hosts—friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and they created a relaxed atmosphere that everyone, including our teenage boys, thoroughly enjoyed. If you’re looking for a luxurious, authentic, and unforgettable experience in Porto, don’t hesitate to book with Captain Douro. We would recommend it without hesitation and would love to do it again! Thank you, Miguel and Beatriz, for giving our family memories that will last a lifetime!
Scenery was beautiful. The sailboat was impeccable and comfortable. Regarding tge customer service, it was awesome. There were two young men who treated us with kindness, professionalism and knowledge. Definitely worth every euro.
Amazing tour with Dany and Miguel ! We had a lot fun, learned a lot about the City and its wines !
My friend and I were on girls trip and this was the highlight. Danny the Skipper and Antonio the Captain were so friendly and professional.
View was beautiful. Captain and crew were great. Loved the welcome drink and snacks as well.
Fun night with the best tour guide! She was very friendly and knowledgeable! I'd definitley recommend if you're visiting Porto!
Excellent service. Blankets were given when things got colder. The port and wine served was certainly a treat!
Be sure to check where the boat leaves from. Fabulous boat not crowded at all the two hosts were knowledgeable and delightful.
The title of this excursion is completely misleading. There is no proper wine tasting during that trip. We booked this boat tour specifically to enjoy the sunset and taste some local wines and paid higher price than similar tours. We only got one gin drink (which was good) and two small shots (about 30ml) of wine, very disappointing. Also, the boat is a sail boat so it can not go under low bridges of Porto. Otherwise the tour was very nice.
Fabulous sunset and great wine tasting with excellent hosts Beatrice and Claudio, I would recommend to anyone. Thank you x
The skipppers Claudio and Beatrice were very friendly and knowledgeable. Port wine and pastel de nata were excellent.
Great trip with friendly informative crew
Amazing and a true highlight of our vacation. Ricardo and his crew made our sail so much fun and we learned so much as well. Thank you so much! Highly recommended!
Absolutely lovely tour, amazing people took good care of us. Our 4yo and 6yo loved it! Great for birthday celebration!
Claudio and Beatrice were lovely and very informative. Wonderful 2 hour cruise along the Douro river to the Atlantic!
Perfect on a nice evening. The sunset was beautiful, the care from Ricardo and Beatriz on the trip was top class. Highly recommended.
AMAZING EXPERIENCE! fantastic service. Delicious wines, snacks. The hosts were so hospitable and made this excursion THE highlight of Porto. They allowed us to use the AUX and our 10 person group of 20-somethings had the time of our lives. We cannot wait to take this tour again in the future. This was on March 17 and it was great weather.
Booked a visa to study here after this trip deadass
Staff is very kind and the tour is a good mix of history, beautiful views, and wine!
Tatiana, Claudio, and Beatriz were all so fun and kind! The boat ride was so pleasant and the wine tasting was lovely. The blankets for when it got a bit windy and colder were also so thoughtful. The two hours flew by and it was totally worth the price. The number of people on board made it feel much more personal and relaxed. Thank you!!
Our ride and wine tasting was amazing! Claudio, Beatrice and Tatiana were informed, fun and personable. Would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Porto!
Great tour and very hospitable service! The staff was very friendly and informative.
Great experience, very comfortable and lots of historical information shared. Great hosts. Very good value for money
We absolutely loved this small cruise on the Douro River. The crew was friendly, attentive, and very professional, making us feel welcome from start to finish. We were a family group of six, and it was the perfect way to enjoy Porto from the water—relaxing, beautiful, and well organized. Highly recommended!
Great trip. Very knowledgeable staff. Drinks included and very chillied trip Very well priced. Would highly recommended and would definitely go again
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Wine tasting was great. The sunset cruise was beautiful. We got to sail out into the ocean and watch the sunset over the ocean.
Excellent experience with George and Francisco ! Ask for Francisco because he is amazing and will take great care of you and your guests! Tastings were ample and delicious … the sunset was amazing. Ask for an upgrade to the yacht! ! The yacht was beautiful! Bring a jacket but we were also given blankets. ! Very informative.
The experience was amazing and lovely. I would definitely recommend everyone to go. They also were telling us about de Porto en Gaia history, everything was perfect.
Capitan was great and very friendly, we were late getting to the boat, Captain even called to see where we were...Long story short, we could not make it and he accommodated us to go the next day.. I would recommend Douro Captain highly
We had an absolutely magical experience! We basically had the entire boat to ourselves and the captains treated us like royalty. They have the best humor & the views were immaculate!
Great experience! Highly recommend. The sailors were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and experienced. Ideally go during the sunset but don't worry if not.
The staff was kind and very helpful. The guide was a local and gave us good information and insight about the city. The boat in excellent condition and the number of the people on the boat just right - not crowded. The crew went the extra mile and took us in the ocean too for a couple of minutes - great touch guys! Highly recommended!
Truly excellent in all respects for a wonderful cruise down the river from the bridges to the sea with excellent captain, drinks and a sunset memory we can never forget!!!
A wonderful experience, gently cruising along the magnificent Douro river. The crew ensured we were comfortable throughout and the wine tasting added to the overall experience. Great VFM!
What a wonderful experience Ricardo was an excellent captain and even recommended restaurants. We tried Porto and tonic drink which was very refreshing. Then two Portos And the final one was a cheery liqueur with chocolate- Delicious .
The view is amazing and the crew super friendly and flexible. We arrived 5 min late, and there was no issue. I super recommend!
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