Day Trips from Porto to Portugal - page 12

Swap the city streets of Porto for the rolling vineyards of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley on a stress-free day trip that includes tastings and snacks at two different wineries. Rather than having to worry about limiting your wine intake, included transport means that you can enjoy as much wine as you like. Plus, you can escape the crowds on land during a boat cruise on the Douro River.

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.

Dive deeper into the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Douro Valley on a hiking tour. Rather than just driving through the landscapes, you’ll enjoy time to immerse yourself in nature before stopping to enjoy local produce at a gorgeous lookout.

This exclusive one-day private tour of the Douro Valley is perfect for wine enthusiasts seeking a personalized experience. Begin your day with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel in Porto, then journey through picturesque landscapes to a scenic viewpoint showcasing the stunning river and terraced vineyards. Revel in award-winning wine tastings at a prestigious estate of your choice, followed by a delightful lunch amid breathtaking views. In the afternoon, enjoy a private cruise on the Douro River, including an option to sail on the oldest tourist boat from 1962 for a unique experience. Conclude your day with a return to your drop-off location, filled with elegance and sophistication. - Private one-day tour tailored for wine lovers - Includes a scenic drive with a panoramic viewpoint - Taste award-winning wines at your chosen estate - Enjoy a private cruise on the Douro River, with a historic boat option available

Douro Valley is known for being an excellent wine-producing region, and on this tour, you’ll sample delicious wines, and visit Douro Valley’s highlights in a day. After a convenient transfer to Douro Valley, you’ll taste red, white, and port wines at historic vineyards and wine estates, go on a river cruise, and see spectacular viewpoints throughout the day. When you’ve worked up an appetite, a traditional Portuguese lunch is provided.

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.

Take a full-day food and wine tour through Portugal’s scenic Douro Valley. Avoid the hassle of planning and driving and let your driver-guide chauffeur you between local wineries—where you’ll sample both wine and Port—and an olive oil museum, where you can taste locally-produced almonds, honey, and bread along with regional oils. Experience the winding Douro River on an optional cruise in the picturesque town of Pinhão.

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.

Home to medieval architecture and pretty canals, the waterfront cities of Aveiro and Coimbra attract visitors keen to see the historic side of Portugal. On this tour, reach both destinations in comfort in one day and delve into Portugal’s colorful past— Cruise along Aveiro’s canals in a traditional ‘moliceiro’ boat, and discover ancient monuments and historic treasures in Coimbra.

If you were traveling to Santiago de Compostela from Porto on your own, you’d have to rent a car. Avoid that major hassle altogether, and visit both Santiago de Compostela and Viana do Castelo during this small-group guided tour from Porto. See both areas’ major highlights in just a day, and ride comfortably with round-trip transport included.

Experience the best of Porto on this full-day small-group tour, including a river cruise and wine tasting. Visit landmarks like Clérigos Tower, São Bento Station, and the Ribeira district with a local guide, followed by a sailboat cruise on the Douro River. Enjoy stunning views, premium Port wine tastings, and regional snacks, with hotel pickup and drop-off included for a seamless and intimate experience.

Enjoy the flexibility of being able to customize your tour to your interests and pace on this private guided tour from Porto. Discover why is Aveiro is often called the Venice of Portugal while admiring its striking architecture and cruising its canals in a traditional moliceiro boat. Taste typical regional sweets then head for  the student town of Coimbra, one of the oldest capitals of Portugal and filled with monuments and historical treasures.

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.

Experience the Douro Valley on a full-day private tour. Cruise along the Douro River, enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch, and taste locally-produced wines and port at two wineries. You also visit an olive oil museum where you sample local products like olives, almonds, olive oil, bread, and honey. This tour is ideal for food and wine lovers wanting to taste some Portuguese specialties with local insights. The private tour is customizable to your individual tastes.

Delve into the Duoro Valley with this full-day scenic wine tour. Stop at a number of “quintas” (wine estates) for guided tastings of Duoro DOC and Port wines and take in the rolling vineyard-covered landscape during a Duoro River cruise. Stop in the charming village of Pinhão for a traditional three-course lunch and visit the railway station, considered the most beautiful in Portugal.

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.

To talk about the Douro Valley is to talk about one of the oldest wine regions in the world. Intangible Heritage of Humanity, the region enchants with its centuries-old traditions and stunning landscape, sculpted in honour of wine, where terraces adorned by endless vines prevail. This is a tour for those who appreciate the perfect symbiosis between Man and Nature. A tour that introduces you to an exclusive wine experience, extolling the deep and ancient connection of a region that produces unique wines, and where the famous Port Wine stands out.

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.

From untouched nature, to hidden waterfalls that guide us to beautiful lagoons, we will show you the most impressive landscapes in the region, and certainly the most immersive experience in the north of the country! 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 and even get to know the territory of the Iberian Wolf. Come discover this true paradise!