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Burmester: Our most recommended tours and activities

Porto: Bridges Cruise with Optional Wine Cellar Tour

1. Porto: Bridges Cruise with Optional Wine Cellar Tour

Admire the old city of Porto, with its typical houses and the hustle and bustle of the Ribeira population on a sightseeing cruise along the Douro. Take in the views of the Ponte da Arrábida that connects the two river banks. Embark on a sightseeing cruise across the Douro River and admire the scenic riverbank. Take advantage of the “Bridges Cruise” application for commentary available in 16 languages. You can choose a combined tour of the Cruzeiro das Pontes and a wine cellar with a tasting of different wines.

Porto: Tuk-Tuk Tour, Douro River Cruise, and Wine Tasting

2. Porto: Tuk-Tuk Tour, Douro River Cruise, and Wine Tasting

Explore the picturesque and historic city of Porto in an eco-friendly way on an electric tuk-tuk tour. Get an open ticket for a cruise on the Douro River that can be used a whatever time you wish. Tour a Porto winery and enjoy a tasting of two local port wines.  Head to the centrally-located meeting point which is close to the São Bento Train Station. Hop aboard a cozy electric tuk-tuk and cruise through the streets of Porto. Admire attractions such as the Avenida dos Aliados and the neighborhoods of Santa Catarina and Batalha. After a 50 minute ride, finish the tour at the starting point and receive a ticket to float down the Douro Rive on a rabelo, a classic, traditional Portuguese wooden cargo boat. View the six bridges of Porto, the iconic wine cellars, and fishing areas on a 55-minute cruise.  Take the boat trip, which starts at the Ribeira quay, on the same day as the tuk-tuk tour or at any other time within the next 30 days. In addition to the Tuk-Tuk tour and the cruise, a visit to a winery in Porto is included. This winery tour includes a tasting of two Port wines.

Porto: Burmester Cellar Tour with Tasting & Pairing Options

3. Porto: Burmester Cellar Tour with Tasting & Pairing Options

Burmester has long been recognized for its Port wines and Douro DOC (Denominação de Origem Controlada).  Its history started long ago in London in 1730, when Henry Burmester joined with John Nash to create Burmester, Nash & Co. and from Vila Nova de Gaia they started exporting Port wines all around Europe. Over the years, Burmester has triumphed from generation to generation, demonstrating its inherent character and determination. Character is the holistic principle of the brand, and of its wines. Arrive at the Burmester winery for an unforgettable experience. You will visit the Burmester Cellars, located next to the beautiful Luiz I bridge, with an expert guide. Learn about Port wines and the Douro DOC production process, and taste different port wines.

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What people are saying about Burmester

Overall rating

4.1 / 5

based on 759 reviews

Interesting and pleasant experience in a cozy and intimate environment. Very welcome final tasting (I recommend the premium made up of three types of Port and some chocolate). The guide, we don't know the name, who followed our visit in Italian was very competent and pleasant to listen to. We recommend this activity.

Too bad it was the period of strikes because we did not have access to a wing of the castle ..... Remember to visit the stables of the castle which are outside near the entrance! And what's more it's free !!

The day was round, although the information on the winery's hours was not correct, but we were still able to do it, the guide Pedro was very nice and the Brumaster winery was very cool

The guide was lively, engaged, informative and not too detailed. Also the format of around 1 hour was good. Down to earth, nice.

We simply love it. Guide was very friendly and attentive. We know the rich history of Port wines, and Portuguese trade.