Top Northern Portugal Half-day Tours - page 4

Discover the traditions behind Port wine on a small-group visit to a fourth-generation cellar in Vila Nova de Gaia. Walk through the aging cellar to see Ports dating back 100 years while learning how the region’s famous fortified wine is produced and matured. Then settle into the tasting room to sample a selection of Ports and experience the styles that have shaped the area's winemaking reputation.

When exploring a new city on your own, you can miss out on quite a bit. This Porto walking tour is led by a guide who knows the best ways to get around the city to see the most in less time without missing a beat. See main highlights as well as lesser-known areas as your guide tells you about Porto’s history and culture.

Steep yourself in the history of Santiago de Compostela, without the hassle of driving or taking public transport, on this full-day guided sightseeing tour from Porto. Delve deep into the religious and cultural heritage of Galicia’s star city with the help of an expert guide. After leaving Porto, enjoy a scenic drive over the Portugal-Spain border. Then arrive in Santiago, where you’ll spend the day traversing this UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its pilgrimage route, the Caminho de Santiago (St. James' Way).

Go wine tasting amid the vineyard-clad hills of the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed region famous for its port wine production. Feast on regional specialties with a traditional lunch in the scenic village of Pinhao and visit carefully selected wine estates for an introduction to award-winning local varietals. Your full-day tour from Porto concludes with a sightseeing boat cruise on the Douro River.

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.

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.

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.

Journey to two of Portugal’s northernmost cities, Guimarães and Braga, on a day trip from Porto that helps you avoid the hassle of car hire. Meet your expert guide and set out for Guimarães, an UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. See the 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace. Next, venture to Braga, where you will go beyond the guidebook with insight from your guide. This is a great tour for Portuguese and European history buffs.

The hills of Porto can easily make you footsore, but you can avoid the hassle and save your energy during a Segway tour of the UNESCO-listed center. Select a small-group or private tour in the morning or afternoon and glide along cobblestone paths lined with historic monuments and attractions such as Ponte de Dom Luis I, Porto Cathedral, São Bento Station, and Clérigos Tower. With your local guide, appreciate architecture and uncover Roman legend all on a sleek electric Segway.

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.

The old town of Porto with rich culture and history offers many things to see and experience. Explore the city and visit not only the iconic landmarks but also trendy hidden-gems with an experienced guide in the exclusive private walking tour.

Explore Porto’s architectural and cultural highlights on a guided half-day small-group tour. Visit landmarks including Clérigos, Porto Cathedral, Boavista, and the Real Companhia Velha Port Wine Cellars while discovering the city's Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, and Neoclassical heritage. Finish with a walking tour through Ribeira, Porto’s atmospheric riverside quarter and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Take a break from the bustle of Porto and slow down in the nature of the Serras do Porto Park with this guided hiking tour. Hiking in the nature park you’ll cross suspended bridges, follow rivers, and stop at tiny villages. Sample a range of regional produce including cheese, fruit, meats, and wine during your picnic lunch. Places on this small-group tour are limited to ten participants.

Spend a day exploring the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley during this small-group wine tour that takes you through the picturesque Portuguese countryside. Your guide picks you up, and whisks you off to the valley, with stops at beautiful Peso da Regua and Pinhão. Enjoy a river cruise and lunch at a local restaurant in Pinhão. You also learn about the area's wine production with tastings at two wineries.

Discover the essence of Portugal with a dinner and Fado show in Porto. Ride through the streets of Porto with your guide and learn about some of the iconic spots of the city before heading to the Fado house. Then, sit down to a typical Portuguese dinner as you experience the soulful and sweet-sounding music of Fado that is native to Portugal.

Combine Porto’s rich history with its wine-making heritage on a tour that includes both a walking tour and a wine tasting session—and saves you the hassle of booking each activity separately. Explore the historic center at a relaxed pace in a small group before you delve deeper into the process and history of wine-making in a traditional cellar.

Journey into Portugal’s celebrated Douro Valley for a day of wine, food, and spectacular scenery. Visit two local wineries to learn about regional winemaking traditions, sample a selection of wines, and enjoy a traditional three-course lunch overlooking the vineyards. Round out the experience with a relaxing 45-minute cruise along the Douro River through the heart of this UNESCO-listed wine region.

Explore Portugal’s famous Douro Valley on this private all-day tour. Sample the region’s celebrated Port wine, experience its impressive landscapes, admire the picturesque towns of Amarante, Régua and Pinhão, and learn about the Douro’s history and culture from an informative guide. This affordable outing includes lunch and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.

Those who know the city of Porto may find that cycling is very difficult. It would be true if we weren't talking about electric bikes! Our electric bikes are very easy to drive and environmentally friendly! We will go through the entire city center, passing through the most emblematic places, before heading to the beaches, not without first going through the most modern area of the city, Boavista. The tour ends in the iconic Ribeira area, where we will arrive via the bike path that accompanies the Douro River! This is the perfect tour for those who like culture and cycling!

Immerse yourself in Porto’s history and learn how the city developed over the centuries on a three-hour walking tour with a small group. Your guide, an expert in history and architecture, provides insights about the buildings, ruins, battles, and occupations that formed modern day Porto. Visit the São Bento Railway station considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful, see Roman pottery and mosaics and a model of the city in the 15th century. This tour is ideal for visitors wanting to get to know Porto and its history.

Get a comprehensive overview of Portuguese history and gastronomy on this private walking tour and cooking class in Aveiro. Stroll along the quaint streets of the “Venice of Portugal,” taking in the canals, cathedral, fish market, and museum. Then, visit your host’s home to cook and enjoy a 2-course Portuguese meal featuring codfish, Portugal's national dish, paired with wines from the Bairrada region.

Skip the blurry photos and leave Porto with stunning, professional pictures to show your family and friends. This half-day tour combines a photo shoot with a sightseeing tour of the city's top sights. With a camera in hand, your photographer-guide leads you around the historic streets, stopping at stunning viewpoints, colorful street art, and famous landmarks. After a few days, receive your professionally-edited photos so you have memories to cherish forever.

Visit Portugal’s second largest city on this private guided tour of its historic center. Experience Porto by tuk-tuk with a personal chauffeur. See the city’s amazing bookstore, the M.C. Escher-like Livraria Lello, its 800-year-old cathedral, and a UNESCO-listed monastery during this good-value, outing that includes a traditional seafood lunch in the heart of seafood country and hotel pickup.

Ideal for lovers of craft beer, this 3.5-hour tour takes you to three Porto locations renowned for their craft beer. Alongside your guide, you’ll visit two breweries to learn about the complex processes involved in making craft beer. Try craft beer direct from the fermenter and then sample three different types of Portuguese craft beer in an ambient pub. On this small-group tour, limited to 12 people, an intimate atmosphere is guaranteed.