Top Northern Portugal Holidays - page 6

Experience the best of Porto on this full-day small-group tour, including a river cruise and wine tasting. Visit landmarks like Clérigos Tower, São Bento Station, and the Ribeira district with a local guide, followed by a sailboat cruise on the Douro River. Enjoy stunning views, premium Port wine tastings, and regional snacks, with hotel pickup and drop-off included for a seamless and intimate experience.

Location of Prestige: The Salão Nobre is a scenario worthy of the nobility of other times, turning the concert into a memorable moment. Interactive and Inclusive: Explanations in multiple languages so everyone can understand the soul of Fado. Unique Variety: The possibility to choose your Port Wine (offering). Ideal Hours: Located in the city centre, it is the perfect activity to start your evening in Porto before dinner.

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.

This tours allows you to visit and learn about the Douro with a professional guide and certified sommelier. It is perfect to learn everything about wine and the secrets behind it.

Nothing makes a sunset sweeter than sipping a good wine while you watch it. This evening Douro River cruise from Porto helps you escape the crowds that gather at landside sunset viewing spots so that you can enjoy a more relaxed golden hour from the water. Included port wine and a small group promise an extra-special experience.

Hop aboard an electric tuk-tuk to explore Porto's highlights without having to navigate the city's many hilly inclines on foot. Plus, as a private tour, enjoy the undivided attention of your guide. As you relax in your seat, pass by highlights such as Sao Bento Train Station, Porto Cathedral, Casa da Musica, and much more. Cross the rive to Gaia to sample traditional port wine and enjoy views from Serra do Pilar. Photo stops are the perfect chance to capture memories, while pickup and drop-off (from hotels or the cruise port) make the whole experience entirely hassle-free.

Explore one of Portugal’s most captivating cities on a private full-day experience that combines a complete Porto city tour with a luxurious sailing adventure on the Douro River. Start your day with an expert-guided tour of Porto’s most iconic landmarks, including Bolhão Market, Porto Cathedral, Clérigos Tower, Santa Catarina Street, the historic wine cellars, and the beautiful Ribeira district. Then step aboard a private 47.7-foot sailboat and relax with refreshing drinks, local snacks, and optional cocktails while taking in Porto’s skyline from the water. It’s a unique and unforgettable perspective. Beyond the included city tour and sailing experience, the rest of the day is fully customizable to your group’s interests. Whether you want to book a special restaurant, visit more monuments, or arrange unique activities, we will create the perfect itinerary for you. Round-trip transport from your Porto accommodation is included for a seamless and unforgettable experience.

Porto is famous for its food and wine, but it’s hard to find local recommendations. This culinary tour takes you off the beaten path to reveal hidden gems in Portugal’s second city. You’ll skip the tourist traps and only visit traditional joints frequented by locals, for an authentic experience designed for food lovers.

Set sail on a fun and intimate adventure with our private boat tour on the Douro River in Porto! Perfect for small groups, this personalized cruise offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience right in the heart of the city. Guided by me, a local with a deep love for Porto, you'll not only get up close to the city's most famous landmarks but also enjoy insider knowledge and top recommendations. Enjoy a thrilling journey beneath stunning bridges. Marvel at the breathtaking views and uncover the city's rich maritime history from a whole new perspective. I'll share fascinating stories about Porto and give you tips on the best places to visit, eat, and explore. This adventure blends excitement and historical charm, making it the perfect way to see Porto's beauty from the water. Whether you're looking to relax or explore, our private boat tour offers a unique and unforgettable way to experience the Douro River. Join me for an insider's view of Porto that you won't find anywhere else!

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.

Experience Porto’s lively bar culture during this beer-fueled pub crawl in Porto. Skip the line to downtown’s popular clubs with the help of your local guide. Chat up the locals and make new friends with other travelers while tasting some of Portugal’s best suds. Learn about the local beer culture in a fun and interactive way.

Indulge in the best of Portuguese food and wine during this tour of Vinho Verde from Porto. Just 45 minutes outside of the city, escape to the countryside at Quinta de Santa Cristina, a renowned local estate and winery. Wander the grounds on your own or enjoy a guided tour; both options allow you to experience the estate’s beautiful orchards, vineyard, and forest. At lunch you’ll be treated to a hearty picnic in the vineyard, full of regional fare and local wine.

In this Wine Tour we give our visitors the opportunity to taste 2 types of wines, DOC Douro and PORTO Wines. You will taste 2 DOC Wines without wood barrels and 1 with and at the end you will taste one 10 years old PORTO Wine straight from the barrel. During this tasting you will visit our winery and know the process of wine making seeing all the traditional methods of our winery.

Discover Portugal’s premier wine region, the Douro Valley, and experience its beauty on a full-day excursion from Porto. Alongside a private guide, visit local villages including Amarante and Pinhão to get a better look at the region. Other activities include a Douro Valley river cruise and a wine tasting at a local estate.

It's no surprise that Porto is known for its food and drink, given the longstanding tradition of producing world-renowned port wine. Avoid tourist traps and sample the best of the local flavors on this foodie-friendly small-group walking tour, where you taste your way around Porto. Enjoy pastries with coffee, stop by a bustling food market, and sip regional wine.

Come and discover what the Douro has to offer in its purest form. On this fantastic tour, accompanied by our local guides, you can enjoy Douro wines and learn about how they are produced. We will visit rustic estates, far from mass tourism, where you can see the real work behind the production of the wines that give the region its name. You will visit the fantastic viewpoint of São Leonardo da Galafura with breathtaking landscapes and get to know the region's cuisine. Note that lunch will be served at a traditional farm in the region, accompanied by excellent wines, a truly pure experience. Allow yourself to sail down the Douro River from Régua to Pinhão and contemplate one of the most beautiful landscapes in the Douro Valley. Note: Nov–Mar: Douro dams closed. Régua–Pinhão cruise replaced by a 1-hour trip on a rabelo boat in Pinhão (3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.). Train 5:15 p.m.–5:41 p.m. We hope to provide you with an unforgettable 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.

Spend a day tasting wine in the Portuguese countryside on this tour from Porto. Head to the Quinta de Santa Cristina family estate in the Vinho Verde wine region for a tour of the winery, and then enjoy a picnic lunch with wine pairings on the grounds of the beautiful estate.

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.

Go beyond the famous port wine of Porto and discover other drinks from the area on this craft beer and wine tour. With a small group, walk through the streets of the city and discover a variety of craft beers and wines from Northern Portugal that range from green wine to the famous fortified port wine. Each drink is paired with a petisco, or snack, so you also get a taste of the local cuisine.

Experience an unforgettable evening at the Fonseca Port Wine Cellars, starting at 6:00 pm with a guided tour. Discover the rich history of this prestigious Port house and explore the journey of Port wine — from the Douro Valley vineyards at Quinta do Panascal to the ageing process and sustainable winemaking. Then, enjoy a tasting of two iconic Fonseca Ports, Bin 27 and Siroco, accompanied by the soulful sounds of traditional Fado music. Children receive refreshing Douro Valley grape juice. A perfect blend of culture, taste, and tradition awaits.

Discover where Port wine is made during this relaxed day trip from Porto to the Douro Valley. This region is full of delicious experiences and your private guide is ready to show you where to find everything from scrumptious local cheeses and hams to olive oils, wine, and more. Along the way, you’ll stop at picturesque viewpoints where you can take photographs. You’ll also enjoy a traditional lunch at a local tavern before returning to your hotel in Porto.

Step inside the historic Poças Wine Cellar in Vila Nova de Gaia for a guided introduction to Portuguese winemaking. Explore the cellars of this fourth-generation family producer while learning about its heritage and wine production. Complete your visit with a tasting of two DOC Douro wines and one Port wine.

We're a proud small family-owned business with a rich heritage of crafting Port Wine for over 5 generations. Thanks to Portugal's entry into the EU, in 1993 we were finally able to bottle our wines under our very own brand. This makes us one of the newest Port Wine Houses in the Douro region, and we're thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey! Our wines are raised, matured, and bottled in the Douro Valley, where the origin of the grapes is of utmost importance. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or new to the world of Port Wine, our friendly team is here to provide you with an unforgettable experience. Cheers!