Top Northern Portugal Motor Sports - page 2

Discover Portugal’s city of knowledge and one of its most atmospheric sacred forests on a private full-day tour from Porto to Coimbra and Buçaco. With a licensed driver-guide and premium private vehicle, begin in Coimbra, where royal memory, religious heritage and academic tradition meet in one of Portugal’s most historic cities. Shape the morning with one optional cultural visit: the University of Coimbra with Joanina Library, Royal Palace and Chapel of São Miguel; the Romanesque Old Cathedral; or the Monastery of Santa Cruz, linked to Portugal’s first kings. After Arco de Almedina and flexible lunch time, continue to Buçaco National Forest, a protected woodland shaped by Carmelite retreat, rare trees, fountains and chapels. Finish with the exterior of Buçaco Palace and an optional full visit to the former Carmelite convent.

Explore the wine region of the Douro Valley on this guided day excursion. Feast your senses on the Douro’s many magnificent wineries, restaurants, and viewpoints. Visit two prime wineries where you'll be introduced to some of the region’s best varietals. Learn about the history of the wine heritage with the help of your guide and local winemakers. Of course, no trip to the Douro Valley would be complete without tasting a few world-class wines and a traditional Portuguese lunch.

See the Douro River intimately aboard a boat just for your small group of up to four people. Providing an air of tranquil glamour, the boat offers a special alternative to a standard river cruise with a professional skipper and a carefully planned route around Porto's historic bridges and Gaia's caves. A welcome drink and fragrant almond snacks are among the perks.

Take the guesswork out of finding the best eats in Porto when you book this food and wine tasting tour of the city's beloved cafés and markets. Try regional delights, from sweet custard tarts to savory classics like a ‘bolinho de bacalhau’ codfish. Taste northern Portugal’s world-renowned export of Port and learn its history and cultural impact. Opt for a small-group or private tour with several tastings, or upgrade to also include a full meal at the end.

You will be ridind the bicycle for half day, and comfortably being driven Off Road the rest of the day. We will show you the Douro Valley as only the local people knows it. The hidden and private viewpoints. The Off Road trails with magnificent views thru private vineyards that only a few are allowed into. The small but very important places and details that make the Douro Valley such an amazing wine region. Do you know why do we have so many grape varieties? Or why do we graft the vine? Or even why the altitude of these hills make such a difference on the wines? Well, we will answer all those questions and many more during the Tour, book with us!

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.

See the main highlights of Porto in the morning, when there are fewer crowds, on this panoramic tour. With a private guide, drive around the main attractions such as the Porto Cathedral, Clerigos Tower, Casa da Musica, and the bridges that connect the city to Vila Nova de Gaia. Continue to Foz and Matosinhos where you see the Douro River spill into the Atlantic Ocean and the small fishing villages.

Start at Pincães Waterfall, where a short walk leads to a serene waterfall ideal for swimming. Afterwards, head to the Miradouro de Xertelo, offering panoramic views of valleys and mountains. Continue to Sete Lagoas de Xertelo, with its natural pools perfect for a picnic and diving. Finish at the Cela Cavalos Waterfall, with a short walk along trails surrounded by lush vegetation, where a majestic waterfall forms a natural pool for a final swim.

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.

Swap the crowded city streets for the lush landscapes of the Douro Valley on this private 4x4 adventure from Porto. See the best of Portugal’s UNESCO-listed region on one convenient tour, including the terraced vineyards of its most famous wine region. Along the way, taste the region’s world-class wines and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Visiting Santiago de Compostela from Porto independently means coordinating cross-border transportation and navigating an unfamiliar city once you arrive. Leave those logistics to a guided day tour that takes you into Spain to explore the UNESCO-listed pilgrimage destination and understand its religious and cultural significance. Combine expert historical context with convenient transportation, plus a stop in Valenca, without arranging the cross-border journey yourself.

Embrace your adventurous side outside the busy city of Oporto: join us on a day tour that combines kayaking, tasty food/wine, a beautiful waterfall, surrounded by mountain landscapes and amazing places to swim! The journey begins with a 4x4 pick-up at the pre-selected meeting point, joining a small group of like-minded adventurers. Start your day in the National Park with a beginner-friendly kayak experience on the serene Caniçada Lake (approx. 1h30m). Enjoy a morning of paddling with the magnificient landscapes as your background. Take a pit stop on a small sandy beach to swim, relax and try a stand-up paddleboard. Savour a traditional meal in a local and welcoming restaurant with fair, delicious food and vinho verde included. After lunch, we take a short walk to a magical waterfall —perfect for grounding yourself in nature or enjoying a refreshing swim.

See the best of Porto when it’s lit up at night on this panoramic tour of the city. With a private guide, drive around the city to see its famous landscapes, letting your driver know when you want to make any stops to take photos. Drive over the bridges that connect Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia, see the Douro River, drive along the Atlantic coast, and more.

A short tour but with a lot of emotion, is the goal of our extreme tour. With an approximate duration of 60 minutes, it passes through very rough terrain, where you can feel the adrenaline of overcoming the most varied obstacles, surrounded by a landscape that you can only find in this small corner of Porto. It has 2 passes through the shakedown of the Rally de Portugal, and the place where the old gold mines of Castromil were located.

Experience two important historical and cultural destinations in northern Portugal with this private tour to Braga and Guimarães. First, travel from Porto to Guimarães and visit the city’s medieval castle, palace, and churches. Near Braga, travel on a 19th-century funicular up to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte and see its impressive staircase. Explore the center of Braga to see the city’s Gothic Cathedral and medieval Garden of Santa Barbara. Entrance fees to attractions are not included.

The Douro Valley’s landscapes are replete with vineyards and bounteous produce: sip and sample the best of the region’s culinary offerings on this full-day tour from Porto. Alongside your guide, visit wine estates and spectacular viewpoints. See, too, the beauty of the Douro River during a boat ride and enjoy lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant.

My professional life has always been linked to commercial positions, but about 6 years ago, I radically changed my life and started to pursue my true passion: exploring the lesser known part of my country, especially the countryside. As I have done several expeditions to North Africa, you are in professional hands :) Knowing new cultures, embracing off road adventure and sharing my passion for my country is my "mission" We will drive along the north coast of Portugal in a 4x4 jeep, revealing some of the most incredible natural gems hidden in Portugal that, fortunately, not everyone is aware of. We will visit Vila Nova de Cerveira (medieval village), and its wonderful beaches, the "pinchos" waterfalls and much more. Weather permitting, you can cool off in the clear waters of the waterfalls. On the way back to Porto, we will visit one of the most typical Fisherman's Villages (Angeiras). Come and discover the surprises that await you!

A certified local guide will interpret one of the most emblematic natural trails in the north of Portugal, the famous Passadiços do Paiva trail, in the heart of the Arouca Geopark. We will detail all the points of geological interest, without forgetting the aspects of biodiversity (fauna and flora) and the most interesting stories of local culture. You will feel privileged to make two crossings, at exclusive times, of one of the largest suspension bridges in the world, the 516 Arouca Ponte Suspensa. We will photograph the entire excursion and, at the end, we will surprise you with a return trip in a 4X4 jeep, through the incredible Paiva valley.

Taste the beauty of Portugal’s wine during this full-day tour to the Douro Valley. Visit local vineyards where you taste world-class wines while admiring scenic views from the Douro’s terraced vineyards. Learn about the Douro Valley’s wine production process from the winemakers themselves. Satiate your appetite with a traditional lunch in the charming village of Pinhão. And of course, try Portugal’s famous port wines.

Classic Porto Tours by Jeep has been selected as our winner for Tailor Made Tour Company of the Year for Portugal - Norte. 2020 Unique way to get to know Porto from both the tourist and local levels in a classic convertible 4x4 Military Jeep

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.

Explore the Douro in an exclusive way with our private off-road tour on a fantastic Landrover defender. Visit historic farms and cellars, take part in authentic wine tasting, and meet a charming vineyard village where time seems to have stopped. - Wine tasting at historic farms and lunch are included. - A picnic overlooking the Douro is one of our customers' My Saves moments. - Boat tour in Pinhão with a duration of 1 hour - The tour is private, only your group will participate. - Run offroad trails with privileged views of the Douro.

This guided tour of Douro Valley gives you a full day in the Portuguese countryside. Learn invaluable cultural information from your guide, and travel with ease, as all transport is organized for you on this small-group tour. The day has so many wonderful inclusions, making it the ultimate hassle-free experience—visit wine estates for tastings, have a local lunch, enjoy a panoramic cruise, and sample local olive oil and cheeses too.

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.