Top Northern Portugal Bus Tours - page 8

Let yourself be taken to Coimbra, Portugal's first capital and the oldest university city in the country. Coimbra is a tradition with its students in black capes and with fado, a love story. To visit Coimbra is to discover Alta with the university, the Chapel of São Miguel and the Joanina Library of the century. XVIII, is to go down its alleys and reach Baixa with the Cathedral, the Church of Santa Cruz erected by Afonso Henriques - first king of Portugal - and where his tomb is; is to discover the Mondego River and get lost in a labyrinth of small streets. Portugal is land and water and Aveiro called the Venice of Portugal is an example of this. Flat land surrounded by channels where moliceiro boats are still a constant.

Explore Guimarães and Braga : Discover DE the charm of Guimarães and Braga, two historic cities that define the north of Portugal. This tour combines history, culture and gastronomy for a memorable experience. Start at Guimarães, the cradle DE Portugal. Visit the Palace of the Dukes DE Bragança, a 15th-century architectural jewel, and explore the Castelo DE Guimarães, a 10th-century fortress that symbolizes Portuguese independence. Delight yourself with a traditional minhoto lunch in Guimarães, where you will have oportuni DA to taste the green wine at the table, harmonizing perfectly with the flavors of the region. Continue to Braga, a city rich in religious history. Visit the Sé DE Braga, the oldest DE Portugal, with its impressive Gothic and Baroque design. Finish the tour at the Santuario do Bom Jesus do Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its imposing Baroque staircase and stunning views. This tour offers the perfect combination DE history, culture and taste.

Peneda-Gerês National Park, just over an hour from Porto, is the first and only national park in Portugal. On this tour, you’ll escape the city for a full day of adventure in nature, exploring verdant forests, ancient Roman roads (now trails), sparkling waterfalls, pastoral villages, spa towns, and more. You might spot golden eagles and wolves, and you’ll definitely fill your lungs with Mother Nature’s beauty.

Discover three of northern Portugal’s historic cities on this private tour to Barcelos, Braga, and Guimarães. See where Portugal’s national symbol, the rooster, originated in Barcelos, visit the country’s oldest cathedral in Braga, and visit the birthplace of Portugal in Guimarães. Listen to informative commentary from your guide about the history of the cities and Portugal as you stroll around each location. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Take in the long history of Braga, one of the oldest cities in Portugal, on a private trip from Porto that saves you the stress of planning logistics. See the top sights of the city, such as the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and Sé Cathedral, without worrying about navigating—your guide leads the way and offers insight you won't find in travel blogs.

Traverse Portugal’s only national park on this full-day private tour of Peneda-Gerês. After a convenient pickup at your hotel, enjoy a leisurely drive to Peneda-Gerês where you’ll encounter beautiful landscape, rushing waterfalls, verdant valleys and a diverse array of Portuguese flora and fauna. Spend the day strolling its pathways, taking a scenic boat ride and visiting the thermal waters of Gerês and the Sanctuary of São Bento da Porta Aberta.

Cover two scenic locations for the price of one on this double-duty day trip from Porto. First, experience the highlights of stunning Guimarães, famous for its UNESCO-listed historic center and 10th-century castle. After a tasty local lunch—included in the tour—you’ll head to Braga for a peek at Bom Jesus do Monte, a Baroque-era pilgrimage site, and the town cathedral.

Escape the city in favor of nature and culture on a full-day trip from Porto. Cross the impressive 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge and walk along the 2.5-mile (4-km) wooden Paiva walkways. The day concludes in Aveiro, the charming “Venice of Portugal,” with time to explore its canals and architecture—all with convenient pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Porto.

Discover Porto in a private afternoon tour designed for travelers who want the city’s essential old town, azulejos, river identity and viewpoints in a compact, well-paced experience. With a licensed driver-guide and premium private vehicle, begin with a civic orientation through Avenida dos Aliados, Liberty Square, Cardosas Palace and City Hall before visiting São Bento Station, famous for its azulejo panels and historical narrative. Continue to Porto Cathedral for exterior context and a viewpoint reading of the city’s medieval geography, then shape the afternoon with one optional interior experience: Porto Cathedral, Livraria Lello Gold Ticket or Clérigos Tower priority access. Add local atmosphere at Bolhão Market, pass through the Batalha and riverside merchant quarters, then finish with Porto’s bridge sequence and the Serra do Pilar / Morro Garden viewpoint over the Douro.

Lose yourself in the flavors and sights of the Douro Valley with this private guided tour. Travel to Peso da Régua for port wine tasting and views of the Douo River. Drive along the scenic N-222 road through the valley to Pinhão to see its ornate railway station and sample some local olive oil and honey with a visit to another winery.

Explore the best of Portugal’s Minho region during this full-day tour. Discover the port city of Viana do Castelo and its beautiful hilltop sanctuary of Santa Luzia. Then head to Portugal’s oldest village, Ponte de Lima, to learn about the country’s ancient history as well as its popular “green wine” culture. Sit down to a delicious Portuguese lunch and visit a local winery before heading back to Porto.

Take a day trip from Porto to discover the historic northern Portuguese city of Braga, also known as the “City of the Archbishops.” Join a small group and explore the city’s medieval streets, religious sites, and natural landscapes. Highlights include a stroll through the Santa Barbara Gardens, a visit to the Tibães Benedictine Monastery, and a ride on the Bom Jesus Funicular.

Spend the day exploring two important northern Portugal cities, Braga and Guimarães, and learning about their significance to Portuguese history. Discover Braga’s religious sites—the Cathedral, and the Bom Jesus and Sameiro Sanctuaries—before heading to the medieval city of Guimarães. Walk around this UNESCO-listed ton and learn about its history as you pass important landmarks such as the Guimarães Castle.

Beautiful village in the north of the country, located un the heart of “Minho” Region, famous for its handmade products such as the famous Barcelos Roster, nowadays classified as a City mark. On this 4 hour tour, accompanied by your expert guide, visit Barcelos and uncover this highlights.

Sail along the famous River Douro—a river that has been vital to Portuguese winemaking for hundreds of years—and discover Portuguese cuisine in a way you never have never tasted it before. Taste two types of Port wine in an acclaimed wine cellar on the banks of the river, try a traditional Pastel de Nata pastry, then travel to Matosinhos to see the unspoilt beaches of this seaside city.

Discover the “Venice of Portugal” as you explore the city of Aveiro and its nearby beaches on a full-day tour from Porto. Alongside a private guide, explore the canal-lined streets, art nouveau architecture, and famous monuments of Aveiro. Then, head to the Costa Nova region to walk alongside the beach and see the famous striped houses.

Explore Portugal’s premier wine region, the Douro Valley, on a private wine tasting tour. Head to the city of Pinhão to learn about the winemaking process and sample regional wines in a variety of local wineries. Enjoy a delicious Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant and soak up the fresh air of the valley before heading back to Porto.

Discover Porto in one complete private day, from historic interiors and azulejos to river viewpoints and the Atlantic coast. With a licensed driver-guide and premium private vehicle, begin with Porto’s civic heart around Avenida dos Aliados and Praça da Liberdade before visiting São Bento Station, famous for its azulejo panels. Shape the morning with one optional key interior: Porto Cathedral, for medieval origins and city geography, or Livraria Lello, one of Porto’s most iconic decorative spaces. Continue through central Porto’s Nasoni and Rococo landmarks, Bolhão Market and flexible lunch time. In the afternoon, follow Porto’s civic, merchant and riverside identity, enjoy bridge perspectives and the Serra do Pilar / Gaia viewpoint, then continue toward Arrábida, Foz, coastal forts, Matosinhos, Leixões, She Changes and Casa da Música.

Discover the beauty of the Douro Valley during this private full-day trip from Porto. This enchanting region is famous for its world-renowned wines. Depart from Porto with private transportation and admire the scenic drive before stopping for wine tastings. Visit the Quinta da Roeda for a vineyard tour and tasting, then visit Quinta Val Moreira estate for a cellar tour and wine tasting. Finally, see the Douro Valley from a stunning viewpoint.

Visit the pilgrimage sites of Fátima and more of central Portugal with this private guided tour from Porto. See the sacred shrine to the Virgin May in Fátima and learn why this religious site is so important to Portugal. For your afternoon, choose between exploring the cities of Aveiro and Coimbra. There is a limit of four passengers on this private tour.

Steep yourself in the rich history of Aldeias on this full-day historical tour. Immerse in Northern Portugal’s storied villages with the help of a knowledgeable bi-lingual guide. Visit Celorico da Beira and Linhares da Beira, where your guide will illuminate their culture for you. Learn about Rome’s influence on the stone architecture and paved roads and also see the Castle of Linhares and the equally stunning Church of Santa Maria. This is a great opportunity for any history buff or intrepid traveler.

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore Porto’s main attractions on this half-day private van tour of the city. You’ll be picked up at your hotel by a friendly local guide and whisked off to the city’s’ medieval town. Retrace history by visiting monuments dating back to the 9th Century, all the way up to present day. After visiting the famous Avenida da Boavista and Ribeira you’ll end at one of the city's famous wine cellars for a tasting of port and Portuguese cheese.

Explore Portugal’s Douro Valley on an all-day private excursion with a personal guide. After convenient pickup from select hotels, travel in an air-conditioned minivan past gorgeous terraced vineyards. Go on a river cruise, enjoy a delicious lunch with picturesque views, and sample world-class wine at local vineyards—all included in one premium tour package.

Enjoy a private sightseeing tour of Porto that includes a walking tour in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center. Start by driving past the Casa da Música concert hall and down Avenida da Boavista to Foz, the seaside district of Porto. Return to the historic center for a walking tour with your guide who points out the location of important port wine cellars along with landmarks such as Majestic Cafe, Dom Luís I Bridge and Ribeira Square.