Top Northern Portugal Day Trips - page 7

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.

Come discover a little of Portugal with me, explore beyond Porto, discover why Portugal is a country of so much beauty, come to lesser known and more typical cities, where you can get to know a little of the true Portuguese culture, discover the local cuisine. enjoy a day out of the big cities, and the bustle of those cities, enjoy the rural Portugal.

✅ Highlights: • Small-group tour (max. 7 guests) • Guided tastings at 2 Douro wineries • 1-hour scenic boat ride on the Douro River • Traditional Portuguese lunch included • Stunning viewpoints and photo stops • Local guide and luxury transportation Discover the beauty and flavors of the Douro Valley on this small-group wine tour designed for travelers who value comfort, authenticity, and premium experiences. Travel in a luxury electric van with a local guide, visit two carefully selected wineries for guided tastings of Douro wines and ports, enjoy a traditional lunch at a family-run restaurant, and relax on a scenic 1-hour boat ride along the Douro River. With breathtaking viewpoints, curated stops, and personal attention, this is the perfect way to experience the Douro Valley in a relaxed and intimate setting. Ideal for couples, friends, or solo travelers looking to explore one of Portugal’s most beautiful regions — without the crowds.

Spend the day exploring Portugal’s famed Douro Valley on this private excursion. After a convenient hotel or apartment pickup, enjoy experiences that include admiring picturesque vistas from Peso da Régua, tasting local wines at two estates, savoring a traditional complimentary meal, and cruising on the Douro River on a Rabelo boat.

Private Transfer between Porto and Lisbon where customers can choose two cities to visit on the route (among the 6 suggested).

Discover the beautiful city of Aveiro and its surroundings on a full-day, small-group tour from Porto. The day is filled with visits to historic locations like the castle of Santa Maria de Feira, the colorful Costa Nova beach, and the Vista Alegre porcelain museum. Enjoy a relaxing Moliceiro boat ride down the intersecting canals of Aveiro as well as a delicious regional lunch accompanied with local wines.

Go back in time and experience important moments in Portugal’s past on this full-day private tour of Braga and Guimarães from Porto. Your guide/driver will pick you up from your hotel and escort you to the oldest city in the country, Braga, also known as the “Rome of Portugal” for its rich culture and traditions. Here you’ll visit the Sé Cathedral, the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and Sameiro Sanctuary. Next it’s off to the medieval city of Guimarães, where you’ll visit several historic sites including the Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes and the city’s center. Don’t miss this chance to get out of the city and explore the most historic places in Portugal.

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.

See and taste the best of Northern Portugal on this small group Porto bike, wine and gastronomy tour. Pick out your favorite bike, strap on your helmet and follow your professional guide through the charming city of Porto. Visit Port wine cellars and sample sips of the Douro Valley’s world-renowned wine, poured by informative local wine experts. After, sample traditional Portuguese cuisine lunch or dinner, depending on the time of your tour. The trip wouldn’t be complete without cycling over to the famous Café Majestic, and other cultural sites, such as the Wine Institute of Douro and Porto, the Wine Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia and a Museum dedicated to activity of refinement and tasting. Participants on this tour is limited to ensure a quality experience.

If you’re a lover of wine, no visit to Porto is complete without exploring the city’s world-famous wine cellars. As well as sampling two prestigious Porto wine varietals, you’ll embark on an interactive journey into the history of Porto’s wine heritage at an immersive museum and enjoy a lunch of typical Portuguese cuisine.

Explore the captivating blend of tradition and modernity in Porto. Walk through its medieval streets and visit landmarks like São Bento Station, Clérigos Tower, and Porto Cathedral. Customize your day with add-ons: Wine Tasting – Visit a local Port cellar (€15/adult & child) or enjoy a private premium tasting in a renowned lodge (€25/adult & child). ️ Lunch – Choose a Regional Lunch (€35/adult & child) or a Premium Lunch (€50/adult & child) with DOC wines. Cultural Package (€50/adult, €32.50/child) – Includes a Douro River Cruise, guided visits to Porto Cathedral with cloisters, and the Palácio da Bolsa with Moorish Hall. ‍‍‍ Family Package (€35/adult & child) – Visit an interactive museum for kids + WOW Museum for adults, with juice and wine tasting. This flexible private experience adapts to your interests. Book now or contact us to customize your perfect Porto day!

Opt for a luxurious experience of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley on a premium yacht cruise that includes wine tasting and a gourmet lunch. Enjoy undivided attention from your captain and crew as you sip sparkling wine aboard your private yacht, before sampling Douro wines without having to worry about driving afterwards.

The origin of Alvarinho takes place between the river and the mountain. The presence do Alvarinho de Monção and Melgaço extends from the Rio valley Minho.  The Alvarinho of this sub-region is not very exposed to influence of the sea and has, as one of the conditions favorable to its development, the thermal amplitude at maturation, characterized by for hot days and cold nights. This factor contributes to the protection of aromas and for the persistence of flavor, retaining its freshness. Young or more adult, this Vinho Verde always preserves its character when over the years.

Discover the rich culture and history of one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the world on a private tour of Santiago de Compostela that allows you to explore at your own pace. Relish the freedom to tailor your itinerary as you discover convents, churches, and palaces, and identify architecture in Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque styles.

Get a comprehensive overview of Porto and avoid missing out on important information when you book this exciting city tour. The UNESCO Heritage-listed city is a popular destination for visitors, and this tour stops at top attractions including the cathedral, São Bento Railway Station, Clerigos Tower, and the famous Lello bookstore. Enjoy a guided visit to a Port Wine Cellar with a tasting, and cruise down the Douro River on a traditional "rabelo" boat.

Enjoy the flexibility of being able to customize your tour to your interests and pace on this private guided tour from Porto. Discover why is Aveiro is often called the Venice of Portugal while admiring its striking architecture and cruising its canals in a traditional moliceiro boat. Taste typical regional sweets then head for  the student town of Coimbra, one of the oldest capitals of Portugal and filled with monuments and historical treasures.

Escape the big wineries and enjoy a day with small producers and personal service. On this tour we have prepared the best attractions in the Douro Valley for you to enjoy the day with tastings of excellent wines and olive oils. Visits to family wineries with differentiated service. 1-hour boat trip along the Douro River. Enjoy these moments aboard a private, comfortable vehicle, with air conditioning, wi-fi and water. Changes to attractions are also permitted upon prior contact.

By private and exclusive way visit the Shrine of Fátima to experience one of Portugal’s most important pilgrimage sites, with the option to attend a mass at the sanctuary. The 10-hour tour also goes to the historic city of Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities.

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.

Get some all-terrain action in Peneda-Geres National Park, and conquer the diverse terrain with ease. Following a local guide who knows the trails well, you’ll drive an ATV along a rugged route where waterfalls, mountain peaks, and sweeping views abound. Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch and a swim included. Just bring your category B driving license and a sense of adventure.

Interested to discover my city ??? Then walk with me on this amazing streets full of centuries of history and wisdom, we find family businesses open with centuries of experience in trade and commerce, we will walk together through pedestrian streets to gardens and fountains, we will discover the history engraved in tiles and stone, through church patios you will see the best viewpoints and in Porto bridges you will make a connection with this amazing city !!! In the end of our journey a typical lunch in a tavern only with local food and amazing Porto cuisine, the olives with the traditional portuguese breads, fish soup or the authentic "caldo verde", portuguese best friend the codfish with enoumerous recepies, octopus rice , fresh sardines or the frie hake, everything served with a bottle of sparkling green wine, homemade desserts with lots and lots of TLC, last but not least let's relax with a Port Wine and enjoy the moment. Looking forward to see you in this invicta city, PORTO

Discover two of Portugal’s most interesting wine regions on this private, full-day tour. First, head to the Douro Valley, famous for its port wine as well as red and white varieties, for a winery visit and valley drive. Then, visit the Vinho Verde region to sample DOC wines known for their crisp, fruit-forward flavors. Enjoy a 3-course lunch paired with local wines and hotel pickup and drop-off in Porto.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Porto and visit three important cities on this full-day historical sightseeing tour. Alongside a private guide, learn about the Knights Templar in Tomar, see where the Virgin Mary appeared to three young shepherds in Fatima, and marvel at the gothic architecture of Batalha Monastery.

Join us and admire the stunning views of the Douro Valley. The Douro Valley has magical and unique landscapes in perfect harmony with the river that gives it its name. It is the oldest Demarcated Wine Region in the World and is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Enjoy these views in Barco Rebelo and Trem Taste Vinho Verde and taste some delicacies in a Tipico place in Amarante Come and try the best wines: we toast you!