Top Northern Portugal Car Tours

Experience the unique culture and landscapes of northern Portugal’s Douro Valley on this full-day excursion. With a private guide, visit several wineries to learn about the area’s rich winemaking traditions and take in the views of the UNESCO-listed wine terraces at many viewpoints. Your day concludes with a relaxing “Rabelo” boat ride along the Douro River.

Explore the wine region of the Douro Valley on this guided day excursion. Feast your senses on the Douro’s many magnificent wineries, restaurants, and viewpoints. Visit two prime wineries where you'll be introduced to some of the region’s best varietals. Learn about the history of the wine heritage with the help of your guide and local winemakers. Of course, no trip to the Douro Valley would be complete without tasting a few world-class wines and a traditional Portuguese lunch.

If you’re visiting Porto for the first time, get an intimate glimpse into Portugal’s second city during a private half-day tour—the ideal choice for visitors with limited time. A private guide ensures you receive personalized attention and tailored recommendations, while air-conditioned transport allows you to zip between highlights such as Torre & Igreja dos Clerigos and the Ribeira District with ease. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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.

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.

The Douro Valley is quite far away from Porto, and unless you rent a car it could be hard to visit the area. Opt instead for this Douro Valley small-group tour that’s limited to eight people. Along with round-trip transport and a Portuguese lunch, stop at two wineries for wine tasting and go on a cruise of the area.

Delight yourself on this exclusive, full-day tour with a Guide, from the city of Porto, including a group of up to 8 people, in a Mercedes van with air-conditioning and get to know the Douro Valley, the main wine region of Portugal. Surprise yourself with a visit to a family-owned, more than a century old winery and taste its olive oil and wines from Porto and DOC, produced in a traditional way. Be surprised by the magnificent viewpoints and don’t miss the opportunity to take great photos. Enjoy a fabulous harmonized lunch at a second winery with homemade food on the fire. Enjoy to taste the wines that the cellar produces such as DOC, Porto, Moscatel, LVB and Porto Vintage. Meet the Pinhão, a magnificent pier and relax on a private cruise only for our guests, with a Guide and a small group, with drinks on board. We could not help but pass the famous N222, the most beautiful road in the world. Return to your hotel in the centre of Porto with amazing memories.

Skip the impersonal crowds of the Douro Valley's biggest estates and spend a full day with small family producers instead. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to two intimate wineries and enjoy tastings of regional wines and olive oil. A relaxed hour on the river by traditional Rabelo boat rounds out a day.

Discover Aveiro beyond the typical sightseeing route on a small group experience that combines culture, local traditions, and coastal charm. Cruise through the city’s picturesque canals on a traditional Moliceiro boat, explore the colorful streets of Aveiro, and admire the iconic striped houses of Costa Nova. With a passionate local guide, you’ll uncover the stories, traditions, and hidden details that make this region one of Portugal’s most charming destinations — all in a relaxed half-day escape from Porto.

Experience all of Porto’s bridges on this 50-minute cruise of Porto’s six bridges. Coast down the peaceful waters of the Douro River by boat as you see Porto to one side and Gaia to the other, and all of Porto’s stunning bridges connecting the two cities. You’ll quickly notice that no two bridges are alike, each with their own architecture and personality, making for stunning photo backdrops. As you sail the UNESCO river, you’ll see why this is one of the most unique ways to experience Northern Portugal.

Discover the renowned Douro Valley, Portugal's foremost wine region, on a full-day tour from Porto. Join a small group and embark on a journey through local vineyards, indulging in tastings while uncovering the region's unique characteristics. Immerse yourself in traditional Portuguese culture, admire iconic tiles, and savor a delightful lunch at an authentic local restaurant.

Real small group - max 8 pax Traditional homemade cooked lunch on open fire Premium port wine w/ Vintage and LBV Unlimited Douro DOC wine Authentic Douro Wine Tasting with food Small wineries Small boat Personalised experience Wine and culture expert guide Of course anyone can go on a bus with a bunch of other guests more and of course anyone could rent a car and drive to the Douro. The thing is it wouldn't be the same as having all the knowledge of your local expert tour guide for culture and wine, in a personal experience. Passing incredible landscapes on the way to the Douro Valley wine region, you will be entertained with amazing details about the area, the culture and of course, Port and Douro wines. It's not just the landscape. It's what's behind the stage, the details, the facts, the people, and all this with fun, friendship and a lot of humour in between. You can only get it while doing it.

Start your tour with a visit to a typical house where you'll discover an old lodge where the locals used to store grains. Now they store wine, olive oil and honey. Begin with a detailed introduction to the world of extra virgin olive oil in our area, the techniques of olive collection, the varieties of trees available in the Douro Valley and the distinctive mindset of the local olive farmers. With the guidance of your host, discover the flavors of the Douro honey as your guide is also a beekeeper. End this tour, full of local insights, with a Port wine made by his family.

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.

Delve into the Douro Valley with this full-day scenic private wine tour. Stop at several “quintas” (wine estates) for guided tastings of Douro DOC and Port wines and enjoy a 50-minute Douro River cruise. Visit the charming village of Pinhão for a traditional three-course lunch and a stop at the railway station, considered the most beautiful in Portugal.

Discover the beauty of Portugal's most famous wine region with this day trip from Porto to the Douro Valley. Make stops along the route to enjoy viewpoints that offer you the opportunity to capture photographs of the unique landscapes of this beautiful region. Meet your guide at Porto's Trindade Metro Station and climb aboard an air-conditioned vehicle for the scenic journey to the Douro Valley. Admire stunning views at photo stops along the way. Head to a farm where you can taste some of Porto's iconic wines. Delight your senses with lunch and wine tasting at the second farm, which offers a panoramic view over the Douro Valley. Continue to Pinhão Pier to board a comfortable boat. Glide along the Douro River, where you can appreciate the beauty of the Douro Valley in all its splendor. Return to the meeting point in Porto with unforgettable memories of this unmissable area in Portugal.

Experience both the history and culinary culture of Oporto during a 3.5-hour walking tour. Taste port wine, the city's specialty, and walk through the streets lined with architectural gems. Wine tasting and skip-the-line entry to Oporto attractions are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off available.

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.

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.

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.

Visit some of Portugal’s most historic cities on this one-way transfer from Porto to Lisbon with the option to make up to four sightseeing stops. Opt to visit Aveiro, dubbed ‘Little Venice,’ and see the crisscrossing waterways and colorful homes. Head to the religious city of Fatima and see the sanctuary built to honor the apparition of the three shepherds. Stop at the well-preserved medieval city of Obidos and/or visit the fishing village of Nazare, famous for its massive waves.

Enjoy a private transfer between Lisbon and Porto, with optional stops along the route in Aveiro, Coimbra, Fatima, Tomar, Alcobaça, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos. At each stop, enjoy free time to explore the historic centers at your own pace and for yourself. - Aveiro adores with its colorful canals. - Coimbra stands out for its historic university. - Fatima is one of the largest pilgrimage destinations in Europe. - Óbidos is a beautiful medieval walled Villa. Nazareth is famous for its giant waves. - Take for the Convent of Christ (UNESCO). - Battle for its Gothic Monastery (UNESCO). - Alcobaça by the story of D. Pedro and Inés de Castro. The average time at each stop is about 1 hour, with flexibility. It is also possible to opt for a direct translation, no stops. The service includes a comfortable vehicle with air conditioning and a fluent English driver. Unidirectional journey, with pick-up at the accommodation in Porto and drop-off at the accommodation in Lisbon.

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.