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.

Time Tables

Summer | Mar > Oct | GAIA quay
10:30 > 18:30 every hour
18h30 cruise only between May and Sep
Cruzeiro das 18h30 apenas entre maio e set.

Summer | Mar > Oct | Porto quay
10:00 > 19:00 every half hour
10:00 / 18:30 / 19:00 cruises only between May and Sep
Cruzeiros 10:00 / 18:30 / 19:00 apenas de maio a set.

Winter | Nov > Feb | GAIA/PORTO quay
10:30 11:30 13:30 14:30 15:30 16:30

World of Discoveries

Tuesday to Friday Open from 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Last entry: 30 minutes before closing.
Closed on 25th December and 1st January.

Burmester´s Cellars
Opening: 9h30am
Last entry: 18h15pm

Special Time Tables

RIVER SIGHTSEEING
Special Time Tables
Christmas Eve (24/12): from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
*PORTO Quay Open | GAIA Quay is Closed

Christmas Day (25/12): Closed

New Year's Eve (31/12): from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm

New Year´s Day (01/01): from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
*PORTO Quay Open | GAIA Quay is Closed



WORLD OF DISCOVERIES
From Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM | Last entry at 5:30 PM
*Closed on Monday

Weekends and public holidays: from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
*Last entry 6:30 pm

Christmas Eve (24/12): from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm*Last entry 1:00 pm
Christmas Day (25/12): Closed

New Year's Eve (31/12): from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm*Last entry 3:30 pm
New Year's Day (01/01): Closed

Delay Disclaimer

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.

Transport Specifications

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

Other Information

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth check-in.
Cruises depart every 30 minutes from Porto and every 60 minutes from Gaia.
Bring your Headphones and Charged Smartphone

Audio-guide Language

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!

Pet Policy

Animals are not permitted, except for guide dogs.