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Explore the Best of Porto in One Exclusive Experience: Porto City Tour, Douro River Cruise & Port Wine Tasting Discover Porto like never before on this top-rated private tour that combines culture, sightseeing, and local flavors. Start your day with a guided walking tour through Porto’s historic center, exploring iconic landmarks like Clérigos Tower, São Bento Station, and Livraria Lello. Your local guide will share stories, history, and hidden gems along the way. Next, relax on a scenic Douro River cruise aboard a stylish sailboat, enjoying breathtaking views of the city’s waterfront and bridges. As you cruise, savor a wine tasting with regional snacks, making this a truly immersive and unforgettable experience. With private pickup and drop-off, a knowledgeable local guide, and all experiences included, this is the perfect tour for travelers who want to experience the best of Porto in just 4 hours.

Braga and UNESCO–listed Guimarães are two of the oldest cities in Portugal, with a history dating back to the days of the Roman Empire. On this small-group tour, visit both cities in one day with entry fees to top attractions including Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, and Braga Cathedral included. Delve into centuries of rich Portuguese culture and history with your guide, with round-trip travel from your Porto accommodation included.

Discover two key cities in central Portugal as you embark on this tour from Porto to Fatima and Coimbra. Alongside a private guide, head south to the sacred Catholic pilgrimage site of Fatima to visit the sanctuary and the small village where the shepherds were born. Then, head to the student city of Coimbra, home to one of Europe’s oldest universities, for a guided tour.

Explore Porto's authentic neighborhoods along the Douro River on this 2-hour guided tour of its UNESCO World Heritage sites. Enjoy stunning views and key attractions. **Itinerary:** - Old city walls - Virtudes viewpoint - Old English Club - Rua Belmonte artisans - Church of San Francisco - Henry the Navigator Square - Riverside stroll - Ribeira Square - Barredo neighborhood - Ponte das Alminhas history

One of the best ways to experience a culture is through its food. Join this Portuguese food tour in Porto and get a grasp on the local gastronomy while enjoying several dishes. Try products and dishes that range from local cheeses and sausages to main dishes and street food. And no Portuguese meal is complete without a sampling of wine; this is an experience not to be missed.

Explore the central Portuguese cities of Aveiro and Coimbra—without the hassle of navigating or planning logistics—on this small-group tour from Porto. First, head to Coimbra, known as the "City of Students," to discover the city’s rich history as you explore the old town and Portugal’s oldest university. Then, visit Aveiro, dubbed the "Venice of Portugal," and relax on a cruise along the famous waterways aboard a traditional "moliceiro" boat.

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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.

Tour the 2,000-year-old city of Braga and the UNESCO-listed city of Guimaraes with a private guide on this trip from Porto. Make the most of sightseeing on a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off and in-depth commentary about the history of each site.

Let yourself be taken to Coimbra, Portugal's first capital and the oldest university city in the country. Coimbra is a tradition with its students in black capes and with fado, a love story. To visit Coimbra is to discover Alta with the university, the Chapel of São Miguel and the Joanina Library of the century. XVIII, is to go down its alleys and reach Baixa with the Cathedral, the Church of Santa Cruz erected by Afonso Henriques - first king of Portugal - and where his tomb is; is to discover the Mondego River and get lost in a labyrinth of small streets. Portugal is land and water and Aveiro called the Venice of Portugal is an example of this. Flat land surrounded by channels where moliceiro boats are still a constant.

Take in the long history of Braga, one of the oldest cities in Portugal, on a private trip from Porto that saves you the stress of planning logistics. See the top sights of the city, such as the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus and Sé Cathedral, without worrying about navigating—your guide leads the way and offers insight you won't find in travel blogs.

See a side of Northern Portugal that many first-time visitors miss on a private tour of Guimarães from Porto. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed city is home to important historic sights, including the 10th–century Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza—you'll see them and more on this comprehensive sightseeing experience. Explore the historic town center as your guide shares locally informed commentary. Choose a morning or afternoon tour that includes admission to Guimarães Castle.

See a different side of Porto by going on a secret sites walking tour. Traveling on foot means you’ll access places that can’t be reached by bus or car. Your guide will take you to hidden places that locals love such as a beautiful bookshop, historical buildings, and a fantastic spot to taste a custard tart too. On the way to the hidden gems, you’ll also see city highlights such as Liberdade Square, and Sé Cathedral.

Come hungry for cuisine and knowledge in this deliciously educational walking tour around Porto. This private tour includes a local guide who will stroll you through the city’s diverse streets. Learn about the history of the city and its thriving arts, music, and architectural scene. Taste fresh foods at the farmers market, snacks at Torre dos Clerigos, and sip wine at the Ponte de Dom Luis I bridge.

Discover the charm of Porto in a unique and unforgettable experience! Join us for a 1 hour tour in a vintage car, where you will have the opportunity to explore the historic heart of the city with all During this tour, a multilingual Guide will be at your side, sharing fascinating stories and curiosities about the interesting icons and the most iconic sights such as Ribeira, the Lello Livraria and the Clérigos Tower. Feel the breeze of Porto as you slide through the sliding streets and enjoy stunning views This is an excellent opportunity to capture amazing photographic memories and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city, all aboard a car Book now and be part of this exclusive experience, where past and present meet, ensuring a revealed and fun adventure.

Lello Bookstore, one of the most iconic in Europe, stands out in Porto with its stunning spiral staircase and vibrant stained-glass windows. Famous for its connection to the Harry Potter universe, Lello is a cultural landmark that enchants visitors from all over.

Discover the best of Porto on a historical half-day walking tour that combines the city's top sights into one convenient tour. Let your guide take care of navigating between the Sao Bento Railway Station, Clérigos Tower, and Lello Bookstore. The final stop is a wine cellar, where you will learn about how Portugal’s famous world-class port wine is produced, stored, and consumed.

Discover the city of Porto, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1996. This unique experience takes place in an E-Mehari (electric car) and connects the narrow streets of the historic center, the right bank of the Douro, Foz and the Atlantic coast. We show the main attractions of the city, its history, culture and gastronomy. We offer a differentiated, fun and professional activity that guarantees a quality service, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide and an environmentally friendly electric vehicle.

Go beyond the typical tourist spots of Northern Portugal on a full-day tour of Braga and Guimarães from Porto. Without having to worry about navigating, visit the medieval church and grand Sé Cathedral in Braga before absorbing panoramic vistas from a hilltop perch. Revitalize with a traditional Portuguese lunch and then continue to Guimarães, a historic town famed for its Romanesque Church of St Miguel. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Lose yourself through the narrow cobbled streets, Art Nouveau buildings, and tile panels in the typical Beira-mar neighborhood with an experienced guide. Find out why Aveiro is the Portuguese capital of Art Nouveau and what the famous "marnoto" does. Taste the typical sweets in a place with more than a hundred years of experience making the most genuine and famous “ovos moles”. Here you can also see the beautiful Mercy Church, the City Hall, and the statue of an important “Aveirense” – José Estevão. Before enjoying the long-awaited moliceiro ride, we will give you a colored ribbon to put on the famous "Friendship Bridge" . You will leave your mark forever in Aveiro! :) In the end, enjoy a beautiful shared moliceiro boat tour. To come to Aveiro and not to go on a “moliceiro”, is like going to Rome and not seeing the Pope.

Discover Porto aboard a glamorous vantage point, a replica of a 1920s Model T Ford. As a private guide drives the electric vehicle through the streets of Porto and Gaia, you can focus your attention on the sights. Must-see attractions, such as the Porto Cathedral, are on the route, along with the hidden corners of the city, far from the paths taken by tourists.

Indulge in the world-renowned wineries of Portugal’s Douro Valley on this guided day trip from Porto. Visit two wineries nestled into the valley, each with their own sweeping views and high-end wines. Gain insider insight into the local cultivation practices from the winemakers themselves, sample wines, enjoy a traditional 3-course lunch, and go on a 45-minute river cruise.

Explore the sights of Porto, aka Oporto, on this small-group city tour. Check out major attractions and historical landmarks like Sé Cathedral, Clerigos Tower, and Bolhao Market as well as interesting spots like Lello’s Bookshop. Soak up the charming atmosphere of the city while your guide provides informative commentary on the city's history and culture.

Discover more of northern Portugal, without having to rent a car, on this full-day private tour from Porto. Travel along the sea and visit some of Portugal's oldest cities—Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima, Braga, plus the UNESCO-listed Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary. A private tour means you can explore at your own pace and ask your guide plenty of questions throughout.