The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim

Description

This tour takes you to one of our most requested destinations – Alcoutim – by one of the best relaxing forms of transport: our upgraded cruise boat Jasmim Flor.

The trip along the Guadiana River, the natural border between Portugal and Spain, takes around 2 hours. Relax on-board soaking up the scenery and tranquillity.

In the past, the entire border region of the Guadiana lived from smuggling and it was based on this activity that we chose the name of our tour.

A knowledgeable guide will tell you all about those smugglers and will take you along Alcountim’s landmarks.

After this guided visit, you have 2 hours to yourself, perfect for a little shopping, lunch, a swim in the river beach, or a quick visit to Sanlucar (Spanish side of the river) and perhaps even a ride on the international zip line over the Guadiana River.

We leave Alcoutim around 3pm and sail back to Vila Real de Santo António, where transport is waiting to take you back to your accommodation.

Included / Excluded
  • Boat trip to Alcoutim
  • Local guide
  • Entry/Admission - Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana
  • Food and drinks
Important Information
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  • Duration: 7h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers

FAQ

Which company provides The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim?

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The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim is hosted by Transguadiana River Cruise. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much is The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim?

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The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim price starts from $48.33.

What is the The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim cancellation policy?

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The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

How much time do I need for The Smugglers' Route - Alcoutim?

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On average, this experience will take approximately 7h.

Operated by:

Transguadiana River Cruise

About operator:

This tour starts by boarding our beloved “Jasmim Flor” cruise ship at the Vila Real de Santo António quay, following a 2-hour circular cruise on the Guadiana River, along the Spanish-Portuguese border.

We start sailing down river, in front of Vila Real, until its mouth. Then, we invert the direction and sail up, passing by the medieval village of Castro Marim and the salt pans.

Ayamonte and the International Bridge are the following places to be appreciated. A unique opportunity to spot some of the differences between Spain and Portugal.

Around noon it’s time to start the guided tour of Vila Real de Santo António through the city’s historic heritage.

This stimulating exercise is followed by a tasty lunch in one of the city’s many typical restaurants.

After lunch, you can spend the rest of the afternoon as you like – wandering around the streets of the town, doing some shopping or stroll around the charming marina – as long as you’re back to the starting point at 4 pm.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 7 hours
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