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Smuggling Route in Portugal. Boat cruise, free time in Alcoutim, transfers and lunch included
+11
8h
Spanish - English - Portuguese
Pickup available
Free cancellation if canceled at least 1 day before the event. 0 % of the reservation will be refunded if canceled 1 day or less before the event.
Description
Embark on a Cruise along the serene waters of the Guadiana River and discover the charming town of Alcoutim, once a haven for smugglers
Our adventure begins with a pick-up at your hotel in Isla Cristina or Isla Canela. We'll cross the Guadiana International Bridge to arrive at Vila Real do Santo António, Portugal. Upon arrival, we begin our route with a quiet and relaxed river tour along the Guadiana River aboard our Arimar boat. A natural border between Portugal and Spain, sailing allows us to enjoy the landscape of its beautiful banks, full of reeds, and water birds, as well as the different coastal towns until we reach Alcoutim, a charming town rich in cultural and historical heritage.
Our ship, a magnificent classic trawler from the 60s, is a true work of naval art, completely restored, with a capacity for 44 passengers and a length of 16 meters. It also features toilets for your comfort.
When you disembark, you'll be greeted by the Statue of the Smuggler, erected in honor of this age-old activity that served as the inspiration for our tour's title. In Alcoutim, you'll have 2.5 hours of free time to explore at your leisure. Discover its interesting heritage, including the Casa Dos Condes, the Chapel of Santo António, and the Medieval Castle. Take a refreshing dip on the riverbeach, cross the river to visit Sanlucar del Guadiana on the Spanish shore, or, for the adventurous, take a thrilling ride on the International Zipline over the Guadiana.
Lunch is included in the price of our tour.
What should you know before you go?
- The assigned start and pickup times for the tour may surprise you, but don't worry, they are correct. They have already been calculated taking into account the time difference between the two countries
- Excursion not suitable for people with reduced mobility
- The tour lasts 8 hours, in which we have to include the time we need to pick up our customers in the different areas and hotels, about 45 minutes per way
- Activity not suitable for children under 3 years old
- The tour can take place simultaneously in different languages
- If you have your own vehicle, you can book the excursion without pick-up service at a more economical price here: https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/es/espana/huelva/actividades/1879/
What to bring?
- Comfortable clothing and footwear
- Swimsuit, towel and sunscreen
Included on booking:
- Pick-up return service from your hotels in Isla Cristina and Isla Canela to Vila Real do Santo António in Portugal
- Guadiana River Cruise
- Local expert guide
- Lunch
- 2 and a half hours of free time in the town of Alcoutim
Minimum age: 3
