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The 10 most popular vila nova de gaia tours across Portugal. What each day includes, who runs it, and the price you'll pay.
A 50-minute rabelo boat cruise in Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia to see six iconic bridges on the Douro River, with multilingual audio.
“Absolutely fantastic and the trip was compact and nice. Sun was not shining today sadly but the tour was very nice. Fully recommend it if you are in Porto.”
Self-guided Taylor’s Port Cellars in Gaia with 13-language audio, Porto views, and a three-wine tasting included.
“The self guided tour means you can visit at your own pace. our visit including the tasting took 2 hours. We also really enjoyed the tasting. This is lead at your table by a member of staff so feels very personal. Like the tour it all depends on your interest as to how long it…”
Porto sunset sail on the Douro with port wine and great bridge views. Small-group cruise with stories, music, and possible dolphins.
“Amazing experience - very calm, and beautiful way to see the cities of Porto and Gaia and learn a little history! Would recommend”
Port tasting at Quevedo in Vila Nova de Gaia: three Port styles paired with cheese in a small group, about 1 hour, $30.
“Super friendly staff and Guide Very detailed description and explanation of the wine and the origin”
Porto Douro cruise with 4 port tastings and expert storytelling about six bridges. Choose afternoon or sunset for unbeatable river views.
“We had an excellent tour and had been incredibly lucky that myself and my fiancé were the ones on the tour so we received a personalized experience! The wines and view down the river were incredible. We loved hearing about the history of Porto and the ensuing conversations with our guide. Would absolutely recommend!”
Intimate Fado at Cais do Fado in Gaia for $18 with a free Poças Port glass and Douro River views over Porto.
“Beautiful performance. Very intestate atmosphere which allowed us to really approach the instrumentals and the talent of the guitarists as well as the fantastic singer.”
Cruise Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia on a luxury yacht to see the six iconic bridges and the Douro Estuary Nature Reserve, with sangria.
“Amazing! Friendly, knowledgeable and perfect host. The sunset was the icing on the cake. Highly recommend.”
Make Pastel de Nata from scratch in Porto, including the dough, then enjoy warm pastries and a local wine in English.
“Our host Clara was great and we shared the experience with 2 lovely American families The pastel de natas we all helped to make tasted delicious too - overall a great experience”
A small-group Fonseca cellar tour in Porto with two Port tastings, a live Fado show, and optional 3-course dinner at WOW Porto.
“The port tour was ok - very nice cellar. Tour was nearly private vs their general group tour. Only 1 other couple with us. Fado was enjoyable and long enough. Tasting was kind or lame as it was only 2 pours -1 white and 1 bin 27. I would have expected at least some tawny…”
Classic Douro sail from Marina da Afurada. Small group, six bridges, hammock photos, and an exclusive crossing of Dom Luís I.
“This cruise was perfection. Our hosts were delightful and the epitome of care and hospitality. They had thought of everything including beautiful music, blankets if we got cold, homemade jam to eat with our delicious cheese board, recommendations for the best pictures, everything.”
