Top Northern Portugal Car Tours - page 3

Maximize time in Portugal with a full-day tour to the two heritage cities of Braga and Guimarães. After getting picked up at your hotel in Porto, explore the historic center and striking castle of Guimarães plus the Cathedral in Braga. Learn about each town’s history from your guide and relax over a traditional Portuguese lunch including Vinho Verde, a wine produced locally.

Get an introduction to the Peneda-Geres National Park, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, and its beautiful waterfalls, during this day trip from Porto. Skip the hassle of renting a car and travel to the park with pickup and drop-off from your Porto hotel. Your tour includes a traditional Portuguese lunch and wine tasting, and the small group size ensures personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere.

Take part in a guided tour to the Suspension Bridge 516 Arouca and the Passadiços do Paiva from Porto. Crossing the 175 metres high bridge over the Paiva River with a local Guide and discover one of Portugal’s most impressive landscapes. The tour begins in Porto, with transportation to the UNESCO Geopark in Arouca. After a brief security briefing, prepare to cross one of the world’s largest suspended pedestrian bridges. Walk through the Paiva Passages and admire the stunning views of cliffs, river and waterfalls. The tour ends at the river beach of Espiunca, ideal for relaxing. If you choose the option with lunch, a typical dish of the region will be served. Important note: Due to the recent fires, about 2 km of the passages have been destroyed and will not be passed. The remaining route retains all the safety and beauty of this unique experience.

Venture from Porto to Spain on this day trip to Santiago de Compostela and the sacred pilgrimage route, St James Way. For centuries, pilgrims have made their way along this historic path, and on this tour, you can glean a part of their experience with your guide. Navigate between the sacred sites of Santiago de Compostela and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town with your guide leading the way. On your way back to Porto, stop at the charming Valença do Minho, dominated by a fortress of two towers.

Immerse yourself in the region’s beauty and culture on this private tour that combines tradition, art and unique landscapes. We start in Aveiro, the “Portuguese Venice”, where you will board a molicee boat to sail through its canals while the Guide shares curiosities about the city. Following is a guided tour of the historic centre, exploring the connection to the salines and the elegant Art Nouveau architecture. You will also have free time to taste local cuisine at one of the typical restaurants and taste the famous soft eggs. In the afternoon, we head to the Costa Nova, famous for its iconic houses with colorful ribs and the peaceful atmosphere by the sea. The itinerary continues with a visit to the impressive Church of Válega, known for its vibrant tiles and unique facade, and ends in the unique Chapel of the Lord of the Stone, in a unique setting over the Atlantic, perfect for unforgettable photographs.

Discover the best of Porto on a historical half-day walking tour that combines the city's top sights into one convenient tour. Let your guide take care of navigating between the Sao Bento Railway Station, Clérigos Tower, and Lello Bookstore. The final stop is a wine cellar, where you will learn about how Portugal’s famous world-class port wine is produced, stored, and consumed.

Appease your thirst for Port wine and learn about its production during this half-day walking tour in Porto. With your wine expert guide, visit multiple wine lodges and taste various Ports; learn how to identify the difference between Port families and how to taste them like a professional. Visit an interactive museum and a traditional wine cellar to learn about the history, harvest, and production of the wines of the Douro Valley. All tastings included.

Discover the world through the eyes of Portugal’s greatest explorers with a ticket to the World of Discoveries in Porto. Learn about Ferdinand Magellan, Vasco da Gama, Bartolomeu Dias, and other famous Portuguese explorers at this fantastical, global discovery–themed museum. Set off on the voyage of a lifetime as you explore the 20 interactive, multi-sensory installations independently—with tasters of international cuisine included along the way on upgraded tickets.

Discover the Iberian Peninsula’s rich history with a visit to Santiago de Compostela and Viana do Castelo on a full-day tour. Experience the popular pilgrimage site where over 250,000 people come each year to celebrate the apostle and discover it’s UNESCO-listed structure. Then head to Viana do Castelo and learn about its significance in Portuguese history for cod fishing as you walk around its quaint city center with your informative guide.

Braga and UNESCO–listed Guimarães are two of the oldest cities in Portugal, with a history dating back to the days of the Roman Empire. On this small-group tour, visit both cities in one day with entry fees to top attractions including Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, and Braga Cathedral included. Delve into centuries of rich Portuguese culture and history with your guide, with round-trip travel from your Porto accommodation included.

Discover the beauty of one of Portugal’s most underrated regions on this day trip to Guimarães and Braga from Porto. Located in Northern Portugal, the region of Minho is known for its bucolic countryside, vineyards, and delicious cuisine—but exploring without your own wheels can be a challenge. Spend the day exploring it all with the help of a knowledgeable guide. Visit two cities, Guimaraes and Braga, to get to know the heart of the region.

Discover Porto’s electric nightlife on this 4-hour evening tour and dance the night away with a fun-loving guide and group of like-minded travelers. Ensure an evening to remember with VIP entrance to four of the city’s hottest bars and clubs, drinks at each venue, and plenty of time to hit the dancefloor.

Discover the history and charm of Porto, without getting lost, on this full-day guided sightseeing tour. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town, wandering through its vibrant streets and past historic landmarks. Walk across the bridge to Vila Nova de Gaia for a visit to a wine cellar, where you enjoy a tasting of the famous port wine, and embark on a Douro River cruise that offers stunning views of Porto’s six bridges.

Discover two key cities in central Portugal as you embark on this tour from Porto to Fatima and Coimbra. Alongside a private guide, head south to the sacred Catholic pilgrimage site of Fatima to visit the sanctuary and the small village where the shepherds were born. Then, head to the student city of Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities, for a guided tour.

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.

Experience all of Porto’s bridges on this 50-minute cruise of Porto’s six bridges. Coast down the peaceful waters of the Douro River by boat as you see Porto to one side and Gaia to the other, and all of Porto’s stunning bridges connecting the two cities. You’ll quickly notice that no two bridges are alike, each with their own architecture and personality, making for stunning photo backdrops. As you sail the UNESCO river, you’ll see why this is one of the most unique ways to experience Northern Portugal.

Indulge in the Douro Valley’s luxuriant food and wine culture on this full-day tour of the Douro with lunch. After departing from Porto by minibus, you’ll sweep through the Douro’s winding roads as you enter the valley. With terraced vineyards on either side of you, you’ll visit esteemed wineries and the Douro’s most captivating cities: Amarante, Régua and Pinhão, the heart of the Alto Douro. Along the way you’ll enjoy lunch and learn about the Douro’s wine programs, people and culinary heritage.

If you’re new to Porto or visiting for a short time, this 1.5-minute walking tour gives you a personalized introduction with a local host. You’ll learn about the baroque architecture that typifies Porto and get recommendations to further your explorations afterward. Plus, you can choose a start time that suits you for ultimate flexibility.

Venture away from the hustle and bustle of Porto and discover two nearby villages with a unique history. First, head to Costa Nova beach to see the colorful, wooden beach huts that hug the coast. Then, head to Aveiro, also known as the “Venice of Portugal,” to walk through the city and take a ride on a traditional moliceiro boat through the canals.

Discover the best that Porto’s city center has to offer on a sightseeing tour that begins with pickup from your accommodation. Alongside a private guide, see the main highlights of the city including the Porto Cathedral, Batalha Plaza, Bolhão Market, and the Dom Luis I bridge. While you explore, your guide provides context about the history of the city and Portugal.

This tour covers Porto’s historic center in about 4 hours and stops at a neighborhood wine cellar for tastings. See the Sao Bento Train Station, known for its lobby full of artworks depicting Portuguese history, the Porto Cathedral, and the Lello Bookstore thought to be one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. Your tour finishes at Vila Nova de Gaia across the Douro River, where you’ll tour a wine cellar and enjoy tasting port wines.

See only the best of Porto on this essential guided walking tour, ideal for travelers on a time budget. With your expert guide taking care of navigation, explore Porto’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on foot so you can focus on the finer details. Discover Porto’s top sights, such as the Clerigos Tower and the São Bento Railway Station. See the city through the eyes of a local and enjoy a stroll.

Just because you have limited time in Portugal doesn't mean you have to miss visiting the northern city of Porto. A full-day tour from Lisbon is perfect for those who want to fit in the best of Porto and have limited time. First, explore the charming city of Aveiro , then head to the "Undefeated City" to see its top attractions such as Porto Se Cathedral, Avenida dos Aliados, and the Clerigos Tower.

Experience the mesmerizing beauty of a live Portuguese fado performance during a 45-minute show in the historic port wine cellars of Calem. Absorb the radiant atmosphere and listen to haunting voices sing of love, loss, and betrayal. As you enjoy the dexterous strumming of the accompanying guitars, sip emblematic port wine, locally grown in the vineyards of Porto, for a truly authentic cultural experience.