--- title: "Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option and 6 Bridges" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/porto-douro-river-party-boat-with-sunset-option-and-6-bridges/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 15 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.71 reviews: 190 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Cheapest seat on the river rank_in_category: 8 of 9 (Sunset Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/porto-douro-river-party-boat-with-sunset-option-and-6-bridges/ --- # Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option and 6 Bridges **Guidekin's take:** A party boat rather than a sightseeing cruise: a DJ on board, one spirit or two soft drinks in the price and themed departures from afternoon to night, past the bridges and the Gaia cellars. Minimum age ten, seats are not guaranteed and extra drinks are card only. 4.71 from 190 reviews at €15 per person. In our comparison: #8 of 9 in Sunset Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview In this experience you will sail along the waters of the Douro River and enjoy the breathtaking views of Porto and the Gaia wine cellars. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with a selected DJ on board. We have drinks included for you, choose between one spirit or 2 soft drinks. You can celebrate special occasions on board the boat, perfect for bachelor parties or birthdays. Let yourself be carried away by the lively and cheerful atmosphere where you can party with your group and/or meet new people. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meeting point: Gaia Quay - Living Cruise… - 11 start times: between 14:00 and 22:30 - Food included: see what is included - Children from €15: ages 10 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €15 per person for the Early Afternoon Departure option; other options up to €69 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.71/5 from 190 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Living Cruise - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English - Start times: 11 start times between 14:00 and 22:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.71 from 190 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 176 of 190. - 5 stars: 163 (86%) - 4 stars: 13 (7%) - 3 stars: 5 (3%) - 2 stars: 3 (2%) - 1 star: 6 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the DJ, dancing and river views; seating is limited or absent. **Praised:** - DJ sets that get passengers dancing and singing - Views of Porto, the bridges and the sunset from the water - Friendly, welcoming crew and bar staff - A lively atmosphere for hen parties and other group celebrations **Complaints:** - Some report limited seating, while others say there were no seats - Unclear descriptions of which drinks are included - Smoking despite rules prohibiting it on board - Some guests found nobody at the stated meeting point Written by Guidekin from the 82 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-08-03 to 2026-09-11); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Early Afternoon Departure | €15 / person | English, Portuguese | - | | Night Departure | €15 / person | English, Portuguese | Night Departure | | Afternoon Departure | €18 / person | English, Portuguese | Afternoon Departure | | Porto Carnival Party Boat | €19 / person | English, Portuguese | Step aboard Porto’s ultimate Carnival Party Boat and enjoy a 2-hour cruise under the iconic 6 bridges! | | Sunset Departure | €25 / person | English, Portuguese | Sunset Departure | | NEW YEARS 2027 | €69 / person | English, Portuguese | A perfect way to welcome 2027: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style aboard our Party Boat! Enjoy a 3-hour cruise from 10:30 PM to 1:30 AM with great music! | ## What's included - Drinks included: Choose between a spirit, two beers, or soft drinks. - Celebrate special occasions onboard the boat. - Festive atmosphere with an onboard DJ. - Unique ambiance with magnificent landscapes of the Douro River. - Breathtaking views of Porto city and the Gaia wine cellars. ## Not included - Additional drinks not included. Available for purchase onboard, subject to availability. - Round-trip transportation to Gaia Pier is not included in the package. - Seats ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 11 start times between 14:00 and 22:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meeting point: Gaia Quay - Living Cruise Avenida de Ramos Pinto 710 Vila Nova de Gaia - in front of Ferreira wine cellars. Please make sure you are at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJdwSjyyFlJA0Rq2u6fKxlyZ8 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness - Minimum age: Only individuals aged 10 and above are allowed. - On-board boat service is only accepted through card payment. - A deposit of €2 will be requested for the cup, which will be refunded at the end if the cup is returned. - The itinerary will include a tour of the Six Bridges on the Douro River. - There is no seating area on board. - Prohibited - Pets, Indoor smoking or Swimming - • In case of adverse weather conditions, the boat operator may postpone or cancel the tour for safety reasons. Please check the cancelation and rescheduling policies in advance for unfavorable weather conditions - Please note that this activity starts and ends at the same location – the Vila Nova de Gaia Pier, in Porto. Transportation to and from the pier is not included. - St Jonh's option: The cruise will begin only after the fireworks display, approximately between 00:30 and 01:00, subject to authorization from the Maritime Police. Once authorized, the boat will sail along the illuminated riverbanks of Porto and Gaia, passing by the iconic Douro bridges and the vibrant atmosphere of Ribeira and Cais de Gaia. - People with impaired mobility - People with epilepsy ## Compared with other Sunset Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 9** | €15 | 2h | 4.71 (190) | shared | | [Porto: Sunset or Daytime, Charming Sailboat Cruise on the Douro River](/portugal/porto/tours/porto-sunset-or-daytime-charming-sailboat-cruise-on-the-douro-river/?format=md) | €39 | 2h | 4.97 (516) | shared | | [Port : 6 Bridges Cruise , Douro River with Sunset Option](/portugal/porto/tours/port-6-bridges-cruise-douro-river-with-sunset-option/?format=md) | €45 | 2h | 4.95 (592) | shared | | [Port : Private Cruise in the Douro — 6 Bridges & Sunsets](/portugal/porto/tours/port-private-cruise-in-the-douro-6-bridges-sunsets-482290P1/?format=md) | €70 | 2h | 5.0 (95) | private | Ranked #8 of 9 in Sunset Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €15 to €70, median €41; typical length 2h. 1 of 9 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/sunset-cruises-porto/?format=md ## More in Porto - All Porto tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/porto-douro-river-party-boat-with-sunset-option-and-6-bridges/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md