Experience Portugal's past and present: cruise the Douro, explore the World of Discoveries, and taste tradition at Caves Burmester.
Sail the serene Douro River, delve into Portugal's maritime legacy at the World of Discoveries, then descend into the storied cellars of Caves Burmester. From river tranquillity to historic exploration to the aged flavours of fine port wine, this package invites you to immerse yourself fully in Portugal's rich cultural tapestry.
Summer | April–October
Porto Quay
10 am–12:30 pm
2 pm–7 pm
Departures every 30 minutes
Gaia Quay
10:30 am–12:30 pm
2:30 pm–6:30 pm
Departures every hour
Winter | November–March
Porto & Gaia Quay
10:30 am–12:30 pm
2:30 pm–4:30 pm
Departures every hour
World of Discoveries | Tuesday to Friday
Open from 10 am to 6 pm
Last entry: 30 minutes before closing
Burmester Cellars | Monday to Sunday
Open from 10 am to 1 pm
Open from 2 pm to 7 pm
Last entry at 6:15 pm
RIVER SIGHTSEEING
Christmas Eve (24/12)
Departures from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Porto Quay open | Gaia Quay closed
Christmas Day (25/12)
Closed
New Year’s Eve (31/12)
Departures from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
Porto Quay open | Gaia Quay closed
New Year’s Day (01/01)
Closed
WORLD OF DISCOVERIES
Closed on Monday
Weekends and public holidays: from 10 am to 7 pm (Last entry 6:30 pm)
Christmas Eve (24/12): from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm (Last entry 1 pm)
Christmas Day (25/12): Closed
New Year's Eve (31/12): from 10 am to 4 pm (Last entry 3:30 pm)
New Year's Day (01/01): Closed
The frequency of the cruises may differ from the announced schedule, as it is subject to unforeseen events of various natures that do not allow prior notice.
Tickets are valid only for the session indicated.
You may encounter a short queue during peak hours.
Schedule a visit to the Burmester Cellars by calling +351 913288994.
Boats: Carlota do Douro,Catarina do Douro and Cenários do Douro
Capacity: 127 seats, 72 in open area, 55 in transparent acrylic coverage area
Length: 25.01 meters
Width: 6 meters
Speed: 10 knots
Engine: Scania
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth check-in.
Please bring headphones and a charged smartphone.
Audio-guide Language (World of Discoveries)
Our Audio-guides were developed by a historian to include accurate and interesting facts about the city. Thanks to georeferencing, the audio-guides are automatic, which means you’ll never be out of sync!
Animals are not permitted, except for guide dogs.
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