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See many of Porto’s best-known landmarks—and take a range of special shots along the way—on this private tour and photo shoot. Meet your guide in central Porto, set off on foot, and strike a pose: in between spying landmarks like Clérigos Tower and Avenida dos Aliados, your professional photographer captures high-quality photos of you. Afterwards, receive access to a folder of digital images.

Uncover the history of Portugal on this private guided tour to two of its oldest cities, Guimarães and Braga. Accompanied by just your party, enjoy the undivided attention of your guide and the flexibility to customize the tour according to your interests. Highlights include Guimarães' UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center and medieval castle, as well as Braga Cathedral, a Portuguese National Monument.

Following a morning pick-up from your hotel in Porto, meet your private guide and take a seat on-board a confortable and private vehicle. With exclusivity and all the privacy go towards the north of Portugal to Minho region. Enjoy the impressive views, history and culture of Braga and Guimaraes. Have a glamorous lunch in one of the best restaurants in Braga. If you want, we offer a reservation service for the best lunch experience options in the Minho region. Pode adaptar o programa de acordo com as suas preferências.

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.

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.

This private walking tour explores Porto’s historic riverside and architectural heritage. Begin at São Bento Station, where detailed azulejo tiles depict centuries of Portuguese history. Walk toward the Luís I Bridge, an iconic 19th-century engineering achievement overlooking the Douro River. Continue into Ribeira, one of Porto’s oldest districts with medieval streets and traditional houses. Experience the atmosphere of a neighborhood shaped by trade and river life. Conclude at Porto Cathedral, a Romanesque structure that reflects the city’s early foundations and religious heritage. What shaped Porto’s identity through time? This journey offers a clear view of its cultural and architectural evolution. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

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.

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.

For people! I am a fun, cheerful and conversational person and a true storyteller, who knows every corner of this country, with me, in addition to a spectacular tour, I guarantee a good mood and ability to improvise to the client's taste, thanks to my life experience at work. on world cruises I have excellent knowledge of general culture. I love welcoming people and showing off the riches of my country. All my tours are done calmly, without speed or rush, the time is up to the client. On all tours I have the ability to create each one unique and personalized. Cities can be changed to suit the customer's taste

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.

A service of excellence for people curious about the culinary culture and the history of the country and its cities, my tours always include the possibility of visiting at least three cities along the way, with the ability to improvise and change to the taste of the customer, come and enjoy not so well known but equally beautiful places with less tourist bustle. Have lunch in a family restaurant where you can enjoy real Portuguese food. I am a cultured and very well disposed person and I love to receive well and always with good disposition and tranquility, my tours take the client want.

Tuk tuk tour, explaining and enjoying the beautiful streets and monuments of the city of Porto. Passing along the banks of the Douro River, we visit the main points of the city. We visited the cathedral of Porto, the beautiful and magnificent São Bento station, Torre dos Clérigos, among others. Wonderful walk through the small neighborhoods of Porto and its narrow streets with information about the entire city. Glass of port wine, not to be missed. We provided gel alcohol, for hand disinfection, against covid-19.

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!

Explore the rich history of Porto on this informative 2.5-hour walking tour led by a local expert. Discover significant landmarks such as the Clérigos Tower and the beautiful Miradouro da Vitória, where stunning views of the Douro Valley await. Wander through the medieval streets, stopping at the iconic São Bento Station adorned with hand-painted azulejos, and take a break at the lively Time Out Market. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and casual travelers alike, offering insider insights into Porto's cultural heritage and vibrant atmosphere. - 2.5-hour guided walking tour with a local expert - Visit iconic sights: Clérigos Tower, São Bento Station, and Sé Cathedral - Enjoy panoramic views from Miradouro da Vitória - Explore the lively Time Out Market for local bites and recommendations

This private tour combines two of Northern Portugal’s most historic cities in one comfortable and flexible day trip from Porto. Travel with a professional driver and enjoy a personalized experience without the crowds or fixed group schedules. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, Braga Cathedral, Guimarães Castle, and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this experience offers a relaxed and seamless way to discover the origins of Portugal.

Highlights - Discover the best views of Porto - Get pictures in the most beautiful and secret streets - Get +25 edited photos by a professional photographer - Remember the trip forever

Sail along the famous River Douro—a river that has been vital to Portuguese winemaking for hundreds of years—and discover Portuguese cuisine in a way you never have never tasted it before. Taste two types of Port wine in an acclaimed wine cellar on the banks of the river, try a traditional Pastel de Nata pastry, then travel to Matosinhos to see the unspoilt beaches of this seaside city.

Take an in-depth look at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima and other places tied to its religious importance with this private guided tour from Porto. Walk with your guide through each of the sanctuary’s churches and chapels, as well as sites where the apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary are believed to have taken place. Visit the homes of the children who believe they witnessed the apparitions, as well as local museums if you chose to.

Get to know Porto through the eyes of a local on this private tour of the historic city. Visit the highlights of the Ribeira neighborhood, see modern murals and historical tile works, and wander off the beaten path to get a sense of Porto's evolving culture over time—your local host shares plenty of stories and answers questions, too. As you walk, explore neighborhoods and hangouts that locals love for a travel experience that takes you away from the crowds.

Hi, I want to share with you all my passion for the city of Porto. The meeting point is in the old part of Porto in front the Palácio da Bolsa (the old Stock Exchange) a amazing building from 1834 that it's worth visiting, then we start visiting the Porto narrow streets with magnificent buildings with passage through the monuments in which I will tell the stories about them. Later, we will cross the Douro river by the bridge Luis I to Vila Nova de Gaia, where we will find the famous wine cellars of Port wine. We will have the opportunity to stop and enjoy the magnificent view of the Douro river and Porto from a special place. After getting to know the center of Porto, we will drive along the Douro river until we reach the Atlantic where we can breathe the sea and contemplate the magnificent beaches. At any time, it will certainly be a memorable experience. If you have mobility problems, contact us to pick you up. Let`s go for a ride! Licence RNAAT n.º 1343/2018

Explore the entire history surrounded by one of the most important sanctuaries in the world, starting from Porto, Leiria is our destination, a city in the centre of Portugal that houses the Chapel of the Apocalypse, a place of Catholic pilgrimage. Be thrilled by the story surrounded between the 3 little shepherds and the Chapel of the Apocalypse, where the Virgin Mary appeared in 1917. Other sacred sites include the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, with its golden angels, and the modern Church of the Most Holy Trinity. Enjoy a walking tour in the open air, through the Shrine of the Valinhos and its Via-Sacra. Explore the birthplace of the 3 little shepherds by visiting the house where they were born and lived their first years. Return to Porto after a day full of emotion and learning. We end the day with the drop-off at the customer's hotel.

Have a memorable day exploring and discovering the oldest demarcated wine region in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Leave Porto and head to the Douro Valley in your private car. Enjoy panoramic views over terraced vineyards, the best viewpoints and impressive bridges. Take the N222 road, considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Plus, you’ll enjoy the undivided attention of your guide and have the freedom to tailor your itinerary. - Choose your breaks in different locations such as Amarante, Mesão Frio, Régua or Pinhão. Stop for a meal and taste delicious port and table wines in one of the best cellars chosen by you. - Take advantage of a convenient reservation service to taste local cuisine in a restaurant, visit a cellar to taste regional wines or take a boat trip. We can propose the best options according to what you want and guarantee the best booking service. This is a private experience tour. You can adapt the program according to your preferences.

Visit one of the most beautiful monasteries in Portugal and after the visit, For an hour, enjoy the authenticity of the Fado, performed by our Fadista, accompanied by the Portuguese guitar and the Viola de Fado. Discover different cultural elements and Portuguese heritage, accompanied by a cup of Porto Wine and a Singeverga Licor, crafted by the Benedictine monks of the Monastery of Singeverga in Portugal. You will also have the opportunity to meet and visit a shop with products produced by monks from Portugal. Arrival is advised 30 minutes in advance.

Explore Porto’s most iconic landmarks on this express city tour with a licensed guide. Discover the city’s most picturesque spots, from historical monuments to breathtaking viewpoints, as your guide shares fascinating insights along the way. Visit iconic sites like the Sé Cathedral and Batalha Square and see what makes Porto so unique.