All Northern Portugal Tours & Excursions in 2026

This guided tour of Douro Valley gives you a full day in the Portuguese countryside. Learn invaluable cultural information from your guide, and travel with ease, as all transport is organized for you on this small-group tour. The day has so many wonderful inclusions, making it the ultimate hassle-free experience—visit wine estates for tastings, have a local lunch, enjoy a panoramic cruise, and sample local olive oil and cheeses too.

Immerse yourself in Portuguese cuisine on this small-group guided food tasting tour in Porto. Follow your guide around Porto’s historic center and stop at four or more venues to sample the equivalent of a full meal with at least five tastings, including pastel de nata with coffee, local cheeses with wine, a bifana pork sandwich with beer, and more. All food and drinks are included.

Discover the secrets of Portugal’s most iconic pastry in a hands-on Pastel de Nata workshop. Guided by expert instructors with years of experience, you’ll follow a step-by-step process to create several delicious tarts, enjoy them on site with Port wine, coffee, and snacks, and take home our exclusive house-made recipe. Along the way, learn the fascinating history of the Pastel de Nata and gain the confidence to recreate this beloved Portuguese treat at home. This is a truly immersive culinary experience combining culture, technique, and indulgence.

Explore Porto in style with this private guided tuk-tuk adventure, perfect for saving tired legs and tackling the city’s hills. This hassle-free tour takes you through the heart of Porto, offering access to stunning panoramic views. Along the way, enjoy stories about the city, admire its cityscapes, and stop at iconic photo spots, such as the Bento Railway Station and Miradouro da Vitoria.

Avoid the crowds and board your very own yacht for a leisurely cruise down the Douro River towards the Atlantic Ocean. Raise a glass as you soak up the views of Porto’s UNESCO-listed Ribeira district, the bridges that connect the two sides, and other small villages. Plus, enjoy a grazing board of regional products, a port wine tasting, and two bottles of “green” and sparkling wine while you sail.

The drive between Porto and Lisbon is a long one and doing it by train means skipping the towns that make the route worthwhile. This private tour turns the transfer into a day of discovery, with up to four stops in Aveiro, Nazaré, Fátima, and Óbidos. Travel one-way in either direction, breaking up the journey with visits to pilgrimage sites, medieval towns, and scenic coastline.

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.

Combine food tasting and sightseeing on this small-group tour in Porto with a local guide. Walk around the historic center of Porto and visit attractions such as Rua de Santa Catarina, Bolhao Market, and Sao Bento Railway Station. Along the way, stop to enjoy tastings of local food, alcoholic beverages, and options for gluten free, lactose intolerant, vegetarian, and vegan diets.

Go sightseeing and taste the flavors of Porto on this afternoon boat cruise with port and chocolate tasting. Cruise along the Duoro River with scenic views of Porto, Gaia, and the six bridges that connect the two, while learning about their histories from your crew. Along the way, enjoy three tastings of port wine paired with chocolates.

Our Azulejo Tile Painting Workshop is the only one in Porto offering two options of tile painting techniques: -You can experience the original artisan glazing method, just as Portuguese craftsmen have done for centuries. This method tiles need to be fired in a ceramic kiln at 1,100°C (2,012°F), it takes up to 5 days to pick up or can be shipped. -Or choose the ready-to-go acrylic painting option, where your unique tile is sealed and ready to be taken home right after the workshop. Both allow you to create a unique piece of art to cherish. The session takes place in our working artist studio and gallery, surrounded by contemporary art and creative energy. Led by a professional artist, you’ll paint step by step, no experience needed, while also receiving insider tips of Porto’s best art galleries, museums, tile-covered architecture, and local restaurants. A perfect mix of authentic craftsmanship, creativity, and local insight, this workshop is truly one of a kind.

Eating well in Porto is easy; understanding how its most beloved dishes come together is more of a mystery. This chef-led experience starts at the landmark Bolhão market to source fresh ingredients, then moves to the kitchen for a hands-on tapas-making class. After the work is done, sit down to enjoy your dishes paired with wine.

Experience the winemaking region of Douro with a private guide on this full-day tour from Porto. Enjoy a fully customizable experience with optional add-ons to family-owned wine estates or a "quinta" with tastings, a regional or 3-course lunch, a boat ride on the Douro, and more (at your own expense). Avoid the hassle of renting a car or planning logistics so you can spend more time soaking up the UNESCO-listed landscapes.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Porto and venture into the nearby verdant wine regions, without the worry of renting a car. Join this small-group excursion and sample wines from two regions, Douro and Minho—an area often skipped by other tours. Learn about the terroir of each from a sommelier, followed by lunch and a scenic cruise on the Douro River.

Cruise under the six bridges spanning Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia on a small-group boat tour with comfortable, padded seating. Because Porto's houses and wine cellars were built facing the river, the water offers views that are impossible to get on land—while sipping included Port wine or Port tonic with commentary from a local guide.

Exploring the Douro Valley’s wineries independently means coordinating transportation, tastings, dining, and sightseeing across the region. Let a guided tour handle the logistics while you visit local wineries, taste Portuguese wines, and enjoy a regional lunch surrounded by UNESCO-listed vineyard scenery. A Douro River cruise adds another perspective, combining the valley’s wine, food, and landscapes in one convenient outing.

Discover the natural beauty and world-renowned wine of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley on a private wine tour that transports you to two different wineries and included a cruise on the Douro River, so you can admire the scenery from a new perspective. You won’t have to worry about taking the wheel after indulging, either—instead, you can sit back and soak up the sights.

Spend a day exploring the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley during this small-group wine tour that takes you through the picturesque Portuguese countryside. Your guide picks you up, and whisks you off to the valley, with stops at beautiful Peso da Regua and Pinhão. Enjoy a river cruise and lunch at a local restaurant in Pinhão. You also learn about the area's wine production with tastings at two wineries.

For people! I am a fun, cheerful and conversational person and a true storyteller, who knows every corner of this country, with me, in addition to a spectacular tour, I guarantee a good mood and ability to improvise to the client's taste, thanks to my life experience at work. on world cruises I have excellent knowledge of general culture. I love welcoming people and showing off the riches of my country. All my tours are done calmly, without speed or rush, the time is up to the client. On all tours I have the ability to create each one unique and personalized. Cities can be changed to suit the customer's taste

Discover Portugal’s premier wine region, the Douro Valley, on this full-day tour from Porto. Alongside a private guide, stop at several key locations in the region including Pinhao, Peso da Regua, and Lamego to get an idea of life in the valley. You also make two stops to sample the region’s wine, learning about the terroir and different winemaking styles.

Rest your feet and cap off a day of sightseeing in Porto with this relaxing sunset cruise along the Douro River. Take in the sights—from several bridges to port cellars—as you sail toward the Atlantic Ocean as the sun dips below the horizon. Plus, get cozy with soft music, blankets, and a selection of Portuguese wines and snacks for your journey.

Join us and admire the stunning views of the Douro Valley. The Douro Valley has magical and unique landscapes in perfect harmony with the river that gives it its name. It is the oldest Demarcated Wine Region in the World and is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Enjoy these views in Barco Rebelo and Trem Taste Vinho Verde and taste some delicacies in a Tipico place in Amarante Come and try the best wines: we toast you!

Sip your way through Portugal's Douro Valley, without worrying about logistics, on this small-group tour that introduces you to regional wines. Learn about the history of port wine as you visit local wine producers ranging from small family operations to large brands. Enjoy tastings of the local varietals plus a vineyard lunch in a picturesque setting.

Discover Portugal at Your Own Pace Traveling between Porto and Lisbon has never been so comfortable — or so enchanting! With our private transfer service, turn the simple journey between Portugal’s two main cities into an unforgettable experience, with total comfort, safety, and flexibility. Along the way, discover what makes Portugal so special: Coimbra, the historic university city and heart of Portuguese knowledge. Fátima, one of the most important religious sanctuaries in the world. Nazaré, a seaside town famous for its giant waves and breathtaking views. Óbidos, a fairytale medieval village, perfect for strolling through its flower-filled streets and ancient walls. Choose your itinerary, set your own pace, and enjoy the best Portugal has to offer between north and south. More than just a transfer — it’s a personalized journey between two of the country’s most iconic destinations, with stops that will stay in your memory.

Although small in size, Portugal has a rich and varied gastronomy, based on the Mediterranean diet but with several influences. In this Cooking Class you will learn to prepare traditional Portuguese dishes based upon typical recipes. Menus are always seasonal and incorporate local products wherever possible.You will prepare and enjoy a four course meal: appetizer, soup, main course and dessert. After the class you can enjoy a well deserved meal with the dishes you prepared, paired with different Portuguese wines. Take home the memories of the city and prepare a Typically Portuguese Meal for your friends and family. - Hands-on cooking class by a local Chef instructor. - Wines from demarcated regions and beverages included. - Class is made up of 8 participants maximum - Family friendly.