Top Portugal Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

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Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4

Embark from Funchal to the enchanting landscapes of Madeira’s North Coast. Discover São Vicente’s waterfall, resembling a delicate bridal veil, and explore Seixal, home to …More

Funchal, Portugal

4.9 (3,331)

Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4

Embark from Funchal to the enchanting landscapes of Madeira’s North Coast. Discover São Vicente’s waterfall, resembling a delicate bridal veil, and explore Seixal, home to...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (3,331)

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$79

Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona | Culatra Island | Lighthouse

Your Guide will explain the Ria Formosa and the islands to you throughout the tour and will help with everything you need. During the stops, …More

Faro, Portugal

4.9 (1,176)

Ria Formosa - Boat trip to the 3 Islands: Armona | Culatra Island | Lighthouse

Your Guide will explain the Ria Formosa and the islands to you throughout the tour and will help with everything you need. During the stops,...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,176)

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$51

Private tasting in the Douro (1 to 7 people) on a yacht for yourself

Have a unique and exclusive experience, enjoy the River Douro... calmly... on a 27-foot yacht, with the purpose of making known the Portuguese regional flavors …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (545)

Private tasting in the Douro (1 to 7 people) on a yacht for yourself

Have a unique and exclusive experience, enjoy the River Douro... calmly... on a 27-foot yacht, with the purpose of making known the Portuguese regional flavors...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (545)

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$294

Douro Valley Tour - 3 Wine tastings, Lunch & river Cruise

Discover the breathtaking Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest wine regions. Join an exclusive small-group tour from Porto …More

Porto, Portugal

5.0 (2,225)

Douro Valley Tour - 3 Wine tastings, Lunch & river Cruise

Discover the breathtaking Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s oldest wine regions. Join an exclusive small-group tour from Porto...

9 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2,225)

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$145

Benagil Long Boat tour (From Carvoeiro to Praia da Marinha)

Comfortable small fiberglass boats, visiting the interior of the most beautiful Benagil Seacaves, rockformations and deserted beaches located in Carvoeiro. Warmly welcomed by charming box …More

Portimao, Portugal

4.9 (901)

Benagil Long Boat tour (From Carvoeiro to Praia da Marinha)

Comfortable small fiberglass boats, visiting the interior of the most beautiful Benagil Seacaves, rockformations and deserted beaches located in Carvoeiro. Warmly welcomed by charming box...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (901)

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$40

Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

Go green with the premier dolphin and whale watching Eco-experience on Madeira Island! Magic Dolphin Eco is the only purpose built dolphin & whale watching …More

Funchal, Portugal

4.7 (1,644)

Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

Go green with the premier dolphin and whale watching Eco-experience on Madeira Island! Magic Dolphin Eco is the only purpose built dolphin & whale watching...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (1,644)

from
$40

Small Group Geres National Park Full Day with picnic from Porto

Uncover the hidden treasures of a natural paradise as you explore the only National Park in Portugal. A small group ensures that you will make …More

Porto, Portugal

5.0 (847)

Small Group Geres National Park Full Day with picnic from Porto

Uncover the hidden treasures of a natural paradise as you explore the only National Park in Portugal. A small group ensures that you will make...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (847)

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$108

Douro Valley Small-Group Tour: Two Winery, Lunch & Boat Trip

Embark on a 10-hour journey from Porto to the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking landscapes and renowned wines. Begin …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (573)

Douro Valley Small-Group Tour: Two Winery, Lunch & Boat Trip

Embark on a 10-hour journey from Porto to the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its breathtaking landscapes and renowned wines. Begin...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (573)

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$170

Douro Valley Premium Small Group: Wine, Lunch & Private Boat

THE JOURNEY BEGINS We depart from Porto in a premium Mercedes van, winding through the stunning landscapes of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley. Along the way, …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (1,004)

Douro Valley Premium Small Group: Wine, Lunch & Private Boat

THE JOURNEY BEGINS We depart from Porto in a premium Mercedes van, winding through the stunning landscapes of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley. Along the way,...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,004)

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$169

Porto: Private tour in the Douro (1 to 4 people) on a boat just for you

Have a unique and exclusive experience, enjoy the River Douro... calmly... in a six-meter boat, inspired by local fishing boats, specially built for this purpose …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (688)

Porto: Private tour in the Douro (1 to 4 people) on a boat just for you

Have a unique and exclusive experience, enjoy the River Douro... calmly... in a six-meter boat, inspired by local fishing boats, specially built for this purpose...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (688)

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$171

Lisbon Sailing Tour on a Luxury Sailing Yacht with 2 Drinks

The BEST way to visit Lisbon is ByBoat. Classified as one of the top attractions in Lisbon, a 2h Sailing Cruise over Lisbon, where you …More

Lisbon, Portugal

5.0 (616)

Lisbon Sailing Tour on a Luxury Sailing Yacht with 2 Drinks

The BEST way to visit Lisbon is ByBoat. Classified as one of the top attractions in Lisbon, a 2h Sailing Cruise over Lisbon, where you...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (616)

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$51

Douro Valley Small-Group Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Cruise & Lunch

Escape the city and discover the breathtaking UNESCO-listed Douro Valley on this premium small-group wine tour from Porto. Visit two carefully selected wineries, enjoy guided …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (3,961)

Douro Valley Small-Group Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Cruise & Lunch

Escape the city and discover the breathtaking UNESCO-listed Douro Valley on this premium small-group wine tour from Porto. Visit two carefully selected wineries, enjoy guided...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (3,961)

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$93

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Sail through the Ria Formosa Natural Park and visit islands. Join us in a sightseeing cruise from Faro, amongst a small group up to 11 …More

Faro, Portugal

4.9 (866)

Ria Formosa Natural Park and Islands Boat Cruise from Faro

Sail through the Ria Formosa Natural Park and visit islands. Join us in a sightseeing cruise from Faro, amongst a small group up to 11...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (866)

from
$52

On board a 47 seater jet powered vessel you and your family can enjoy moments of fun. The crew has many years of experience so …More

Albufeira, Portugal

4.8 (861)

Albufeira Dreamer Boat Trip

On board a 47 seater jet powered vessel you and your family can enjoy moments of fun. The crew has many years of experience so...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (861)

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$40

Depart from Lagos Marina on a small boat and discover the stunning caves of Ponta da Piedade. Sail past golden cliffs, hidden grottos, and crystal-clear …More

Lagos, Portugal

4.8 (252)

Ponta da Piedade Cave Tour

Depart from Lagos Marina on a small boat and discover the stunning caves of Ponta da Piedade. Sail past golden cliffs, hidden grottos, and crystal-clear...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (252)

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$26

Visit one of the Algarve’s most famous natural wonders, the Benagil Cave, on a scenic boat tour departing from Lagos Marina. Cruise along the stunning …More

Lagos, Portugal

4.9 (270)

Algar de Benagil from Lagos

Visit one of the Algarve’s most famous natural wonders, the Benagil Cave, on a scenic boat tour departing from Lagos Marina. Cruise along the stunning...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (270)

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$45

Biologist guided dolphin watching safari

Experience one of the Algarve's most intimate dolphin watching safaris, limited to just 18 guests. Begin with an exclusive briefing by a Marine Biologist and …More

Lagos, Portugal

4.9 (268)

Biologist guided dolphin watching safari

Experience one of the Algarve's most intimate dolphin watching safaris, limited to just 18 guests. Begin with an exclusive briefing by a Marine Biologist and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (268)

from
$45

Portimão: Benagil caves and Dolphins • Marine Biologist on board

This trip of around two hours and thirty minutes, departing from the Marina of Portimão, offers two magnificent experiences: the observation of cetaceans (dolphins and …More

Portimao, Portugal

4.8 (554)

Portimão: Benagil caves and Dolphins • Marine Biologist on board

This trip of around two hours and thirty minutes, departing from the Marina of Portimão, offers two magnificent experiences: the observation of cetaceans (dolphins and...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (554)

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$39

Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car

Embark on a memorable journey through Porto, designed to showcase the city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. This full-day tour combines three unique …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (4,631)

Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car

Embark on a memorable journey through Porto, designed to showcase the city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. This full-day tour combines three unique...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (4,631)

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$65

Porto:Douro River Boat tour under the 6 bridges

Discover the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia from a truly special perspective aboard an elegant vessel on the Douro River. This tour …More

Porto, Portugal

4.9 (286)

Porto:Douro River Boat tour under the 6 bridges

Discover the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia from a truly special perspective aboard an elegant vessel on the Douro River. This tour...

1 hour 40 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (286)

from
$40

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Which Portugal Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours have Free Cancellation?

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