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Braga and Guimarães Historical and Cultural Tour from Porto

We may start visiting the very traditional and interesting Braga City Centre. It has the oldest Cathedral in Portugal. The first one to be built in the country. After this visit, we will head to the breathtaking and famous place, Bom Jesus do Monte and its stately sanctuary. On our way to Guimarães, enjoy a very tasty and typical lunch in a highly recommended restaurant. Arriving Guimarães prepare youself to be amazed by unforgetable afternoon in the majestic Castle and the stunning Duques de Bragança Palace, including visiting each room, full of the most historical details. Afterwards you will be able to enjoy Guimarães centre free time to shopping, walk around and taste some typical pastry. After some free time in this beautiful place, we will drive you back to Porto, full of new memories to remember and stories to tell. The estimated time of arrival to Porto is around 06:00 PM. Please note that the tour will be conducted in maximum 8-seater vehicles for your convenience.
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Cosmopolitan Braga - Full Day - from Porto

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. And you? What will you call it at the end of our visit?
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From Porto to Douro Valley, Unesco World Heritage

A private tour for a relaxing experience in Douro Valley enjoying the convenience and time flexibility. Fancy a Douro Valley Wine Tour with lunch, wine and olive oil tastings, departing from Porto. Discover the tastes of the Douro Valley on this driving tour heading for two stunning wineries on this day trip from Porto. Admire natural and man sculptured views of the valley, classified as Unesco World Heritage, and sample a range of local wines and flavors enjoying a magnificent lunch composed of regional delicacies. Be picked up at the designated meeting point in the morning and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes-Benz Van) towards the wine region of Sabrosa. Short stop for a coffee at the well preserved historic town center in Amarante and taste regional wines at both wine estates before venturing further into the mountains. Arriving at the family-owned vineyard, enjoy a guided tour of the winery's facilities. Following a hand-picked selection of their fine Port and Doc wines, sit back and relax on a scenic drive to the countryside to have lunch and savor typical and delicious Portuguese food with local specialties accompanied with wine from Douro. After lunch, go on a boat trip along the river Douro in Pinhão, a relaxing moment to enjoy the views and contemplate the lush rolling landscapes from the vineyards. Rest in a smooth journey for the next winery, visit the place and taste a selection of renowned Port Wines. Walk around their high-quality facilities while admiring sweeping countryside views before tasting their delectable Ports. Take a scenic drive National Highway 222, which winds along the river Douro before returning to your accommodation in Porto.
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Driver with Private Vehicle in the Douro Valley

Would you like to get to know the Douro Valley on your own terms? We provide a Private Driver service in the Douro Valley region, taking clients wherever they want to go. Our driver is a local resident of the Douro. He will be able to share his knowledge of the region's history, as well as the best wines, the best viewpoints and some small, lesser-known traditional Wine Estates where there are no stampedes of tourists. Draw up your itinerary and we'll take care of the driving!
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Canyonig Geres National Park, from Porto

This full day Gerês canyoneering adventure is action-packed! From jumping off waterfalls, sliding down natural water slides and using ropes to descend, all the way to awesome photos and an amazing day on Gerês National Park. Access places that are inaccessible otherwise, with a unique perspectives of Gerês, only reserved for the boldest. Whatever your adventure, we’re ready to take you there! Level of difficulty: Easy
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From $148.18
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Tour to the Palace of Mateus and the Douro

Your tour includes a visit to Casa de Mateus, lunch, a visit and wine tasting, and the means of transport will be in a sedan in the city of Morro. The tour carried out in a classic vehicle will have an additional cost. Embark with us on a story about Douro wine, gastronomy and traditions.
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From $395.14
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Douro Luxury - Douro Private Cruise with Premium Winery and Restaurant

This Douro tour offers you exclusivity in the heart of the Unesco Heritage Site. Your day will start heading to Pinhão on a executive vehicle and the first stop is in one of the best Quintas in the Douro Vinhateiro, where you can taste Port wine and exclusive Douro DOC wines. Your wine pairing lunch will be served in a premium restaurant with stunning views over the Douro river. After lunch, you will depart from Pinhão aboard your private boat, making toasts to the Douro with Port or sparkling wine.
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Day Trip Braga and Guimarães with Lunch from Porto

Travel north on a day trip from Porto to two of northern Portugal's historic cities, which are currently basking in the European spotlight. First, discover the country's origins in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Guimarães. Home to a 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace, the town today is filled with pride for being named the European Capital of Culture for 2012. Then visit the city of Braga, founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. The oldest Christian city in Portugal, Braga is celebrated today as the 2012 European Capital of Youth.
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Private off the beaten Douro Valley Wine Tour

Enjoy this private tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Douro Valley with an expert and passionate local guide who will show you the culture, traditons and history of this region. Discover the upcoming small producer's excellent wines and local products; relax and lay back while you hear the stories behind every bottle, property, and village. Have lunch in a winery with stunning scenery and taste some of the local seasonal food presented in a contemporary way. In the afternoon, take your time to visit the winery and taste some of the very best DOC and port wines the region has to offer. We guarantee you will have the time of your life. By the end of the day, you won't want to leave. And yes, Douro Valley does look even better in the flesh, but don't take our word for it, come and see for yourself!
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Porto: Douro Valley Wine Tour Including Lunch

Explore the wonderful  Douro’s Region, a traditional place born in the culture of wine production. Visit the most famous Wine Estatesm and taste its delicious  Port’s Wines. Embark on this adventure through Valley on a  Douro’s river cruise and enjoy the majestic vineyards around you, loaded with grape bunches. As well as wine tastings, this tour includes a cruise on the Douro River, offering an introduction to the interior of Porto.
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Authentic Douro Valley - small-Group Tour (Max 7)

Spend a relaxing day exploring Portugal’s Douro Valley wine region with an expert guide on this full-day tour from Porto. We will take you to places that only a local knows of and you will get to feel like one after learning from our dedicated guides. Discover the astonishing landscapes of the Douro Valley, its wine styles and lesser- known goods in a small group tour up to 6 people with only one language. Visit 2 small family Quintas/Wineries, where you will have lunch and taste some of the great Douro DOC wines, as well as Ports. Get to know the locals and relax while finding unforgettable small villages on the way. We guarantee you won't feel the pressure to leave and yes, Douro Valley does look even better in the flesh, but don't take our word for it, come and see for yourself! A new experience to your senses!
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Braga & Guimarães Private Tour (All Inclusive)

Welcome to the Cradle of Portuguese History! Travel 2000 years of History in the city of Braga, Best European Destination 2021, and through the battles of the foundation of the Reign of Portugal in the city of Guimarães. This is an All-Inclusive Private Tour, "private" meaning a van and tour-guide exclusively at your service, "all inclusive" meaning that it's conducted in your chosen language and with all the inclusions mentioned, from the moment of pick-up until your return to the hotel at the end of the day. Please note that our experiences and activities are carried out with exclusive partners, but if you wish to upgrade the experiences of the day totally private and of exclusive privacy, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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City Escape: Douro Valley Private Day Trip

This is not a typical day trip; this is YOUR day trip! Step outside of Porto and go to Douro Valley for a fuller, more extensive experience by exploring the beauty of the region. Sit back and admire the views as you travel through beautiful scenery typical of the region. Make stops along the way to visit classic spots like Pinhao, Douro river, and Quinta do Infantado, and of course, let’s not forget about the hidden gems your host has in store for you. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and let you connect with their culture in an enjoyable and inspiring way. So get ready and enjoy the ride! Withlocals City Escape Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
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Sunday Trip from Porto to Régua by Bus and Return by Boat

This is the cruise everyone talks about! A magnificent boat tour that takes place on Sunday to discover the best that the Douro has to offer! This day trip offers a cruise from Régua to Porto, including the transfer to Régua from Porto by bus. The Alto Douro Vinhateiro, constitutes the one of the most representative and better conserved demarcated wine regions in the world. This trip gives you the opportunity to know all the secrets preserved in the Douro wine region, the essence of the wine at their purest state.
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Douro Valley Premium Private

All comfort, safety, luxury are selected for this private tour. Douro Valley contains all the essentials of a proper wine tasting tour at the Oldest wine region in the world (since 1756) for a tour of the region and a gourmet meal at Douro Valley. Everyone are encouraged to photograph vineyards and savor the flavors that make Douro wines some of the most popular in the world. Port's & Douro wines! Vineyards throughout Douro Valley are known not only for their wines but also for their centuries-oldest heritage, and the wineries in Douro are some of the most historic along the Valley. The beautifaul "Stairs of Giants" offers to you unique, dramatic views & peaceful. We promise to choose for you the best vineyards to visit and to enjoy. We are also committed to the Portuguese government by acquiring the "Clean & Safe" seal of Turismo de Portugal, and also internationally with WTTC with the "Safe Travels" seal to stop COVID-19 Included-Masks, Alcohol gel & optional Gloves and Face shield.
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