Porto full day private tour
Private Shore Excursions and Day Trips: Porto and Wine Adventures.
Embark on a captivating 6-hour private tour of Porto, where we will expertly guide you through the city's most significant landmarks and monuments, all while offering breathtaking views of its stunning coastal and riverside scenery. Our thoughtfully curated itinerary includes visits to the majestic Cathedral, the beautifully tiled São Bento train station, the towering Clérigos Tower, and Eiffel's iconic iron bridges, as well as some delightful time spent at the bustling main square.
As part of this enriching experience, we will indulge in some exquisite local Port Wine and delve deep into one of Porto's finest and oldest cellars, learning about the intricate process behind this beloved beverage.
Moreover, we will explore the fascinating warehouses and the Vintage Museum, a private room showcasing the treasures of all Port Wine companies—the remarkable Vintages. Here, you'll have the opportunity to savor a tasting of four distinct Port Wines: the refreshing White Port known as "Lágrima," a rich Ruby, a Tawny aged 10 years that captivates the palate, and an extraordinary 40-year-old Port Wine that promises to be a memorable highlight of your day.
Private tours and day trips in Porto
Private local guide, wine tasting and transportation included
- Season: All year
- Scheduled days: Available Daily. (Subject to availability)
- Departure time:
From 8 am or choose your ideal departure time. (Subject to guide availability)
- Duration: Approx. 6 hours
- Pick up point: From your accommodation in Porto city, Porto cruise port.
- Return point: To your accommodation in Porto, and Porto cruise port.
- Included:
Private Mercedes vehicle with driver/guide and wine tasting. Plus free time
- Not included: Gratuities, food, drinks and all other expenses.
Porto, originally a pre-Roman settlement known as Calle or Portus Cale, has historical records indicating its establishment in 417. Throughout the centuries, it fell under the governance of various rulers, including the Suevi, Goths, and Moors.
The city’s significant commercial activities spurred rapid development, leading to the replacement of the ancient medieval walls with the new Ferdinand wall in the 14th century.
During the “Age of Discoveries,” Porto and Portugal assumed a crucial role in Europe. The city became a prominent trading hub and, in the 15th century, emerged as the foremost shipbuilding port in the country.
The 17th century marked a period of substantial growth for Porto, largely driven by the burgeoning wine industry. This era witnessed remarkable development and considerable artistic transformations, reaching its zenith in the 18th century.
Porto boasts a rich tradition of advocating for human civil rights, exemplified by its residents who withstood a protracted siege by royalist forces from 1832 to 1833. The sacrifices made by those who supported the Constitutional Chart were instrumental in securing victory for the Liberal cause.
For all these reasons, Porto is hailed as one of the most remarkable cities in northern Portugal and rightfully earned the designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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