Top Porto Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 37

POSSIBILITY TO CHANGE THE ITINERARY AND VISIT THE GIANT WAVES OF NAZARÉ, AS YOU WISH. What sets our tour apart is the thrill of an exclusive journey that unveils the heart and soul of Portugal! Imagine sailing through the picturesque canals of Aveiro, indulging in the sweetness of its famous pastries, and then venturing to Coimbra, where history comes to life in its ancient university and cobblestone streets. But it doesn't stop there! We'll bask in the spiritual aura of Fátima, witness the historical embrace of Óbidos, and finally, soak in the vibrant vibes of modern Aveiro. What truly sets us apart is not just the destinations but the way we let you immerse yourself in each one. Plus, it’s a private tour! You dictate the pace, the stops, and we make sure your day is an unforgettable adventure that aligns perfectly with your desires. From the cutting-edge comfort of our Mercedes van, this is an experience that'll thrill and satisfy every sense of wanderlust you possess!

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.

Gerês is Portugal’s only national park and boasts some of the country’s most stunning mountain landscapes. Join a small group and spend a day hiking through the park with a guide, who helps you navigate the unmarked trails. Follow a back-country hiking route with a 2,300-foot (700-meter) elevation gain—which is somewhere in between a medium and difficult intensity level.

Spend the day exploring Portugal’s famed Douro Valley on this private excursion. After a convenient hotel or apartment pickup, enjoy experiences that include admiring picturesque vistas from Peso da Régua, tasting local wines at two estates, savoring a traditional complimentary meal, and cruising on the Douro River on a Rabelo boat.

Discover three of northern Portugal’s historic cities on this private tour to Barcelos, Braga, and Guimarães. See where Portugal’s national symbol, the rooster, originated in Barcelos, visit the country’s oldest cathedral in Braga, and visit the birthplace of Portugal in Guimarães. Listen to informative commentary from your guide about the history of the cities and Portugal as you stroll around each location. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Explore the ancient pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compostela on this full-day private tour. Visit the cities of Valença do Minho and Santiago de Compostela and learn about the rich histories of each city and why thousands of people come every year to make this pilgrimage. Visit key landmarks such as the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Santiago as well as the fortresses and sanctuaries of the cities.

Explore the northern province of Minho and its quaint villages on this full-day tour from Porto. Visit the beautiful landscapes of Viana do Castelo, visit Portugal’s oldest town at Ponte de Lima, and explore the medieval monument in Barcelos. Learn about the rich histories of each city from your informative guide as you stroll around and admire the beautiful countryside scenery.

A tour of Porto, where in addition to history and culture, you will get a good overview of what to do, what to visit and what not to miss. Porto has been a World Heritage Site since 1996 and has been awarded as the best European tourist destination. Will you join us to discover it? We will not only tell you about the history of the city, the Douro and its bridges, the wine that has made it world famous and its gastronomic attractions. We will also tell you about the interesting history of Portugal, from its origins, through its imperial era and how in the 20th century it became the longest-lasting dictatorship in Europe. After the tour, continue to enjoy the city with our tips on how to get around, cultural activities and gastronomic recommendations. Optional Fado Show Immerse yourself in fado at the emblematic São Bento station! After the walking tour part, you can join a musical experience that will touch your soul

With this small-group tour of Porto, uncover the city’s rich history without hours of research. A guide shares fascinating stories and leads you to historical landmarks that you might have overlooked if exploring alone. Discover some of the city’s best viewpoints so you can capture photos along the way, and get tips on local gastronomy, too. The tour ends with a cruise on the Douro River, so you can relax.

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.

This one-way private car journey is a hassle-free and convenient way to get between Lisbon and Porto. Avoid the stress of figuring out public transport systems, and instead, relax and enjoy the luxury of having a private driver. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel comfortably with spectacular views between Lisbon and Porto. On your way between the two cities, you’ll drive through the picturesque cities of Aveiro and Coimbra.

Discover the Iberian Peninsula’s rich history with a visit to Santiago de Compostela and Viana do Castelo on a full-day tour. Experience the popular pilgrimage site where over 250,000 people come each year to celebrate the apostle and discover it’s UNESCO-listed structure. Then head to Viana do Castelo and learn about its significance in Portuguese history for cod fishing as you walk around its quaint city center with your informative guide.

Explore the Minho region’s history and culture on this private excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup in Porto, enjoy experiences that include admiring the architecture of the 10th century Castle of Guimarães, touring the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, touring the UNESCO-designated historic center of Guimarães, and marveling at the Cathedral of Braga.

Discover three of central Portugal’s most beautiful cities on this full-day tour from Porto. Visit the ‘City of Students’ and take a tour of Coimbra’s key landmarks such as the cathedral, the university, and the monastery. Then head to Aveiro for lunch and explore the ‘Venice of Portugal,’ with its crisscrossing waterways, and the beautiful nearby beaches of Costa Nova.

Discover the charm of Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, while savoring the region’s renowned Vinho Verde wine on this immersive private tour. Wander through the medieval streets, visit iconic landmarks like the Guimarães Castle and the Paco dos Duques de Bragança, and dive into the history of the first Portuguese capital. Between winery visits, you’ll indulge in a wine tasting experience at two distinguished vineyards, one steeped in centuries-old tradition and the other, a bold newcomer to the region's wine scene. A perfect blend of culture, history, and gastronomy.

Braga is the district capital in the Minho region with a total area of 183km2 and around 200,000 inhabitants. It is a very heterogeneous city carrying in its legacy and history several cultural influences that lead to the present Best European Destination (2021). Dissecting a little its genesis as following: - The city of Archbishops - Portuguese Rome - The Roman city - The Baroque city - Heart of Minho - City of Youth These are more than enough reasons for us to call Braga - Cosmopolitan town. And you? What will you call it at the end of our visit?

Over the last millennium the city became the most important reference for the catholic religion on this region. It served for headquarter of archbishops, and has (probably) the most beautiful cathedral in Portugal. Adding to the religiosity and countless set of churches and chapels, the city has 2 sanctuaries on hill next to it, 1 cathedral and many old monasteries and clergy palaces that are worth to detail. This tour is oriented for the visit and knowledge of these wonderful architectural works, landmarks of the Catholic religion in the region.

This is a unique and differentiated experience where we touch all the diversity present in the wine region. We will see the differences between the Vinho Verde/Douro region, between the valley and the plateaus, and the different harvests in each of them. You can choose the "Meet Douro" option, just to get to know and admire the region; The "Tasting Douro" visit which includes a tasting of 3 varieties of Port Wine at a local producer; Or the "Premium Douro" visit which promotes a complete tasting of Wine, Port and Moscatel and also a short 1-hour cruise that offers an incredible perspective of the banks and slopes of the region. Key points of our visit: - Discover the Vineyards and Properties walking and driving through the mountain slopes; - Understand the structure of the Douro Valley from Régua to the heart of the region; - Visit to the historic center of Amarante.

From untouched nature, to waterfalls that feed beautiful lagoons, we will show you the most impressive landscapes in the region, and certainly the most immersive experience in the northen Portugal! About 1 hour after you're picked up in Porto, we will start to discover small wonders on easy hikes, admire "secret" waterfalls, bathe in crystalline waters, enter (almost) abandoned villages and even get to know the territory of the Iberian Wolf. Throughout this miscellaneous program, you will certainly come across the most popular inhabitants: the wild horse and the mountain goats. Come breathe this true paradise!

Immerse yourself in the region’s true roots. Between Braga and Guimarães, right in the heart of Minho, we promote this visit full of activities that are very present in the Portuguese DNA. You will have a pottery workshop with the gift of a small souvenir, a tasting of Vinho Verde with 3 varieties from a renowned producer, and also a tasting of typical convent sweets. Among the activities, we will introduce you to the wonderful city of Guimarães, which is the cradle of nationality and the first capital of Portugal.

Between Braga and Guimarães, we find one of the most beautiful places of the region. Here, in a relaxed and cozy environment, we will see how traditionally the Vinho Verde wines are produced for centuries. We will understand the harvest, the processing, bottle up and even distribution of this refreshing and sparkling wine. But to understand why it's so loved, you will of course, taste it! It is the region's most precious nectar and to learn all about it, nothing better than a detail explanation and a premium taste in the confort of a 18th century Manor house/Propriety. Cheers!

Discover the cradle of our independency! Guimarães is a town in the northern region that preserves the medieval style and structure. In this visit, you will understand the history and roots of the portuguese! Guimarães is deply related to the most important events in Portugal's foundation, and also our first capital back on the 12th century. Since then, the area has kept its structure, including the castle and fortified wall. Today, countless pieces that tell the history of Portugal are still very present and visible to everyone. On this tour you will visit the most iconic monuments in the country, but also discover true treasures that even few residents know about! By the afternoon we take a journey to the highest point in about 40km, from where you will have contact with the greenest area of the surroundings, with a fantastic view over the town of Guimarães.

Discover the wonderful scenery on the banks of the Paiva River! From the steep slopes to the river rapids accentuated by the granite formation, this is the ideal setting for a unique walk. On this visit you will be able to follow the valley, gorge and openings of the river, calmly on an extension of wooden walkway for approximately 2,5 miles. After, you will have the opportunity to walk on one of the longest suspension bridges in the world. Bridge 516 crosses the Paiva River at 574 feet suspension, and is implemented over a length of approximately half a mile. A must! On the next part of the day, we will visit Aveiro - The portuguese Venice! And like the italian one, the best way to visit it, is by boat - the Moliceiros. So, we provide an small boat cruise of 1h for you to discover the charms of the city and it´s channels.

Fall in love with one of the most impressive cities in the northern region. Guimarães is proudly the cradle of nationality, since in the distant twelfth century, here we gained independence from the kingdom of León, having been established as the capital of the Portucalense County. Since then, the city has maintained its defensive walls, castle, burgh and workers/peasants quarters until the 19th century. Today, we can still marvel at its medieval genesis, with the small squares and narrow streets, in addition to admiring the great monuments and cultural legacy present in every corner of the city. On this visit we will explore the entire area inside and outside the walls, touching on points of interest and curiosities. We also climb by car to the highest point in the surroundings to have the greatest sightseeing spot and discover some hidden gems. If you opt for the sunset/night visit, you will be dazzled with the vibe, lightning and views of the city!