Porto Old Town Riverside Bike Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Porto's historic center
- Ride along the scenic Douro River
- Visit iconic landmarks like Ribeira
- Discover hidden gems off the beaten path
- Enjoy a leisurely 3-hour bike ride
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided 3-hour bike tour
- Visit to Porto's historic center
- Ride along the Douro River
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Learn about the bikes and adjust the seats before starting.
Pass by: The Ribeira is one of the oldest and typical places of the city. Located along the Douro River, it is part of the Historic Center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Pass by: Porto Customs House - The Alfândega Nova do Porto (the New Porto Customs House) was built by Seyrig Incorporation (the same company that made the D. Luis I iron bridge, in Ribeira), in the second half of the 19th century, and was completed in 1879.
Pass by: Built as an alternative connection between Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, the bridge had the biggest concrete arch in the world at the time of its construction in 1963.
Pass by: A peaceful riverside garden retreat with lush greenery and stunning views of the Douro River and Dom Luís I Bridge.
Pass by: Its first settlement was in the 6th century. A new fort construction was ordered by King John IV in the 15th century.
Pass by: City Park - The City Park is the largest urban park in Portugal, with an area of 83 hectares that stretch out as far as the Atlantic Ocean, which is globally something of a rarity.
Important information
Know before you book
- Minimum age for participants is 12 years old.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes suitable for cycling.
- Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for check-in purposes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Minimum numbers of 2 people apply for the public tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- All participants must have a minimum of 1.3meters (4.3 feet) and a maximum of 118Kg (260.14 lbs.). Height is a mandatory requirement.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult who must sign a Statement of Responsibility for children up to 17 years old upon arrival.
- Not recommended to mentally or physically incapacitate people or to people with prosthesis.
- Traveler must be able to properly ride a bicycle and must be reasonably competent to ride on the road. Customers may be asked to demonstrate that they are competent.
- If travellers are not able to properly ride a bike, the Company reserves the right to cancel the booking without any refund or compensation.
- The customer/rider must be in good physical condition, i.e. not suffering from any medical diseases or complaints that influence their riding ability.
- The company reserves the right to judge the capacities and abilities of a customer or rider prior to the use of a bicycle.
- This tour operates in the rain so please check the weather conditions and dress accordantly.
Traveler reviews
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Our guide was called Roxy and knew a lot and with enthusiasm about Porto. The bikes were also more than fine, though electric take. And if something was wrong, Roxy knew how to fix it. Highly recommended.
Super bike tour with Tim!
Had a very nice bike tour with Tim. Ideal for your first day in Port because you immediately get a good impression of the city and atim gives many good tips for sights, restaurants and bars.
Blue Dragon Bike Tour
Very nice bike tour by Tim R.
Top tour
Very nice tour with Tim! Cozy, fun places and stories.
Fantastic morning tour led by Jose!
José Melo, our guide, was incredible. He’s extremely knowledgeable about the city, its nooks and crannies, and history (well, actually, he knows too much about Portugal in general). So we got very lucky! The hike tour itself was perfect and gave us a lay of the land on our first day in Porto. Highly recommend this group, and if you have a chance to ride with Jose, do it!
