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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.

Travel in style and comfort along Portugal’s storied Douro River—and discover a perspective on Porto that many other visitors miss—on this small-group boat tour. Choose between daytime or sunset options, make your own way to the marina, and hop aboard your vessel. Enjoy a welcome drink upon arrival, and set sail to discover the city’s attractions, including its six famous bridges, from the water’s edge.

Relive the history of the Duoro River with a vineyard trip and riverside lunch. Copying bygone journeys when the region's wine was transported in casks by boat and train, the private day trip includes a boat cruise and a train ride, complete with some impressive views. A tasting session at the vineyard is among the highlights.

Experience the natural beauty of Portugal's UNESCO–listed Douro Valley on a half-day trip that saves you the hassle of driving—so you can indulge in world-famous wines and soak up the scenery instead. A river cruise gives you a fresh perspective of the landscapes while a visit to family-owned wineries offers a taste of local life. You'll also have free time to explore the grand city of Lamego at your own pace.

Before going to dinner, end your afternoon in an extravagant way, enjoying an unforgettable experience on a luxurious yacht, calmly sailing along the Douro River while admiring the main tourist attractions of the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. Navigation is always carried out calmly, with short breaks, so that you can admire the main tourist attractions and take photo sessions to remember your trip later. After visiting the main tourist attractions, it is time to relax under the clear waters of the Foz do Rio Douro and watch an incredible sunset in the area surrounding the beautiful natural landscape of the Douro Estuary. If you really want to contemplate a unique sunset, in a refined environment, in the company of your partner or family/friends, come with us!

Uncover another side of Portugal during this Jewish Heritage walking tour from Porto. One of the oldest Jewish communities in the world, Porto plays a unique role in Jewish history and offers a chance for an interesting cultural tour off the beaten path. A friendly local guide walks you through historic Jewish quarters, hidden synagogues and places that are popular with Jews today. See Sao Bento da Vitória Church, the Porto Cathedral, and Ribeira Square among other destinations. Never look at Portugal the same way again after this fascinating tour involving an important part of the country’s history and culture.

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.

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.

Moliceiro boat cruise, with a visit to the Canals of the City of Aveiro. The Moliceiro Cruise in Aveiro is a Unique Experience

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 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.

An excellent way for time-tight travelers to make the most of a visit to Porto; see the city more quickly than a walking tour with this combination of an electric tuk-tuk tour and a Douro river cruise. First, zoom around the city and discover its key monuments—such as Porto Cathedral, São Bento Station, and Ribeira. Then, sail along the Douro River in a traditional boat to access views of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia.

Give your feet a break from walking and embark on a relaxing tour of the Douro River with stunning views of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia on this boat cruise. Catch sights of landmarks such as the old customs house, the port wine cellars, and the iconic Dom Luis I Bridge. Enjoy a complimentary glass of port and feel the sea breeze as you head towards the confluence of the river and the Atlantic Ocean.

Don’t let limited time in Porto stop you seeing the best of Portugal’s second city—explore the historic center and Afurada Beach with ease on a private tuk-tuk tour. Traveling in a compact tuk-tuk means you can access side streets that traditional tour vehicles can’t, while taking a private tour gives you the freedom to customize your itinerary.

Porto has plenty of wine-related tours on offer, but a behind-the-scenes look at the world’s oldest working port wine cellar is rare. This one unlocks the usually off-limits Vintage Room at Real Companhia Velha and also takes you on a journey through the city's renowned wine district, Vila Nova de Gaia. As you explore, stop for tastings of authentic Portuguese dishes—such as cod fritters and fresh pastries—visit local eateries, and wash everything down with locally made wine.

See the best that Porto has to offer without breaking a sweat when you embark on this electric bike sightseeing tour. Join a small group and pedal around the UNESCO-listed city center to see landmarks like Clerigos Tower, the Porto Cathedral, and São Bento Train Station. While you explore, your guide provides information on the history and culture of the city and provides insider tips on where to eat.

Even though it’s nicknamed the “Venice of Portugal”, the quaint waterways of Aveiro draw a fraction of the crowds. This cruise on a traditional boat showcases the city from the water while offering a rich cultural introduction to its past and present. Plus, cruising in a *moliceiro* (gondola) helps you get your bearings.

Zoom in on the finer details of Porto on a walking tour that ensures personalized attention by limiting numbers to only 15 other travelers. Admire top Porto attractions such as Porto Cathedral, Clerigos Church and Tower, and the UNESCO-listed Sao Bento Railway Station—and discover facts and stories about the city that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

The coastal city of Porto boasts pretty parks, sweeping coastal scenery, and medieval streets where the sense of history hangs in the air. On this small-group sightseeing tour, follow a guide through the Porto on foot and take in top attractions including Aliados Avenue, Bolhão Market, and the Carmo and Carmelitas churches with entry fees included. Travel through the ages from the 12th to the 19th century, and see the best of Porto with ease, plus get fast-track entry to Lello Bookshop.

Experience a traditional Portuguese dinner in a non-traditional way as you embark on a tasting tour of Porto’s city center. Join a small group and visit a handful of local eateries to sample iconic Portuguese dishes that may include croquettes, prosciutto, and Porto’s famous “francesinha” sandwich all paired with cold beer or wine. In between bites, learn about Portuguese history and culture.

Have a unique and exclusive experience, enjoy the River Douro... calmly... on a 27-foot yacht, with the purpose of making known the Portuguese regional flavors and to provide you with unforgettable moments aboard the yacht "SMILE". Private experience, day or night, designed for couples, families or groups of up to seven people, done in a close, relaxed and most importantly, away from any kind of confusion and crowds. Navigation, made by two experienced skipper's, passionate and great acquaintances of this river, always done in a quiet way, with small pauses, so that our guests can enjoy this beautiful perspective of the cities and naturally take the photos that impose. Route with more than 20km of navigation between Freixo Marina and the Atlantic Ocean.

While Porto is packed full of attractions, plenty moe lies beyond its city limits. Explore one of Portugal’s most holy sites, Fatima, and the university town of Coimbra on this insightful day trip from Porto, which takes care of travel logistics so that you don't have to. In Fatima, learn about the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary and the alleged Virgin Mary apparitions that have happened here. Then, enjoy time in Coimbra, where you will see many university students during an informative walking tour.

Ditch the touristy eating traps and discover authentic northern Portuguese specialties on a half-day culinary tour of Porto. With a guide to answer your questions, visit taverns, bars, and other food spots to sample “petiscos” (Portuguese tapas) and drinks beloved by locals. Hear the history of the dishes, enjoy a wine tasting, and soak up the atmosphere of the eateries as you eat your way around Porto.

Explore some of Porto’s top landmarks and enjoy a “Fado” concert on this guided excursion. After a convenient pickup from Rua das Carmelitas, explore Porto’s historic streets while learning about the city from an informative local guide. Enjoy a delicious dinner—it’s included in the tour price—and complimentary drinks while listening to the country’s beloved folk music.