Top Porto Shore Excursions

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 from your hotel 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.

Taste your way around Douro Valley on this wine and food tour. It's a small-group tour, so you have excellent access to your guide if you have questions about the local delicacies. Take the stress out of transport planning, as your private vehicle takes you between dispersed wineries where you can enjoy different styles of wine, olive oil, and nuts and have a regional lunch in the historic village of Pinhão.

Get out of the city and enjoy a day in the countryside during this small-group excursion from Porto. You’ll travel to local vineyards where you’ll get to sample wine and cheese, passing by gardens, lakes and picturesque homes along the way. At the Paleozoic Park of Valongo you’ll have the chance to explore ancient Roman mines dating back 2,000 years. You’ll also stop at the River Sousa, home to rock formations between 250 million and 500 million years old.

Explore the central Portuguese cities of Aveiro and Coimbra on this small-group tour from Porto. Visit Aveiro, dubbed the ‘Venice of Portugal,’ and relax on a 1-hour boat cruise along the famous waterways. Then head to Coimbra, known as the ‘City of Students,’ and discover the city’s rich history as you explore the old town and Portugal’s oldest university.

A full-day tour is perfect for those who want to fit in the best of Porto and have limited time. A river cruise and wine tasting feature on the itinerary of this Porto experience, as well as a panoramic tour of the city to see top attractions such as Porto Se Cathedral, Avenida dos Aliados, and the Torre & Igreja dos Clerigos. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Get a feel for Gerés on this intimate, small-group walking and 4X4 tour which will have you feeling like a local. Observe waterfalls, enjoy a hike during which your guide provides fascinating insight into the flora and fauna, and dive into a crystal-clear lagoon if you wish. Not only will you cover lots of ground in just one day, you’ll learn about the people and culture of the region too.

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.

Get an in-depth look into Portugal's winemaking industry during this full-day tour to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro wineries from Porto. Stop at several important area landmarks, visit local wineries for wine and port tastings, and enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Douro River. Tastings and round-trip transportation from Porto hotels are included.

Savor the best of Portuguese food and wine on this full-day tour of the Douro Valley. After getting picked up at your hotel by an informative local guide, you’ll head off to the village of Sabrosa to look at traditional wine production there. After a stop at the UNESCO heritage site of Pinhão you’ll break for lunch, comprised of typical regional foods. This tour also includes an optional river cruise (available for an extra 10€ per person) or a visit to Pinhão’s beautiful tiled train station. Your guide will drop you back off at your hotel.

Visit Portugal’s second largest city on this private guided tour of its historic center. Experience Porto by tuk-tuk with a personal chauffeur. See the city’s amazing bookstore, the M.C. Escher-like Livraria Lello, its 800-year-old cathedral, and a UNESCO-listed monastery during this good-value, half-day outing that includes a traditional seafood lunch in the heart of seafood country and hotel pickup.

Discover the ‘Venice of Portugal’ on a half-day tour to Aveiro. Visit the canals, stroll across the familiar-looking bridges, and even take a gondola cruise on the Aveiro River, just like you would in Venice. Learn about the history of this quaint city from your informative tour guide and enjoy a personalized experience with a small-group tour.

Spend the day exploring two important northern Portugal cities, Braga and Guimarães, and learning about their significance to Portuguese history. Discover Braga’s religious sites—the Cathedral, and the Bom Jesus and Sameiro Sanctuaries—before heading to the medieval city of Guimarães. Walk around this UNESCO-listed ton and learn about its history as you pass important landmarks such as the Guimarães Castle.

One of Portugal’s most historic cities, UNESCO–listed Porto boasts fine architecture and sweeping coastal views, with thousands of years of history and culture. This full-day city tour includes round-trip travel from your Porto hotel and all activity costs, leaving you free to hit the sites in comfort with your driver and guide. Wander through the Bolhão Market, try local wine at the Porto wine caves, and take a sightseeing cruise on the Douro River.

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.

Explore Portugal’s premier wine region, the Douro Valley, on a private wine tasting tour. Head to the city of Pinhão to learn about the winemaking process and sample regional wines in a variety of local wineries. Enjoy a delicious Portuguese lunch at a local restaurant and soak up the fresh air of the valley before heading back to Porto.

Discover Portugal’s unique wine tradition of vinho verde, or "green wine," on this full-day tour from Porto. The Vinho Verde region of Portugal is filled with lush, green scenery, which you can discover on this tour. Sample the special wine at local wineries, enjoy a delicious Portuguese lunch, and learn about this wine region.

This is the ultimate action-packed tour of Portgual—ideal for those with limited time who want to see as much as possible, while traveling in comfort. You won’t have to worry about booking transport, as hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers are included. Travel between dispersed sites with a guide to provide commentary. Highlights include a wine tasting in Porto, the canals of Aveiro, Costa Nova, Douro, Braga, and Guimarães. 

Visit some of Portugal’s most historic cities on this one-way transfer from Porto to Lisbon. Visit Aveiro, dubbed ‘Little Venice,’ and see the crisscrossing waterways and colorful homes. Then head to the religious city of Fatima and see the sanctuary built to honor the apparition of the three shepherds. Finally, stop at the well-preserved medieval city of Obidos and discover its ancient history before concluding at your Lisbon hotel.

Go back in time and experience important moments in Portugal’s past on this full-day private tour of Braga and Guimarães from Porto. Your guide/driver will pick you up from your hotel and escort you to the oldest city in the country, Braga, also known as the “Rome of Portugal” for its rich culture and traditions. Here you’ll visit the Sé Cathedral, the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and Sameiro Sanctuary. Next it’s off to the medieval city of Guimarães, where you’ll visit several historic sites including the Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes and the city’s center. Don’t miss this chance to get out of the city and explore the most historic places in Portugal.

Explore the picturesque countrysides of Portugal and Spain during this full-day private tour of Santiago de Compostela and Viana do Castelo from Porto. Your private driver will pick you up in the morning and escort your party to historic Santiago de Compostela in Spain, one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world. Here you’ll have the chance to wander the town, visit its renowned Cathedral of Santiago and eat a delicious lunch. Crossing back into Portugal, you’ll head to the historic town of Viana do Castelo where you’ll explore the town on foot and visit its famous Santa Luzia Sanctuary. Your driver will return you to your hotel in Porto at the end of the day.

Explore the charming seaside town of Aveiro on this full-day private tour from Porto. A private guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and usher you to the nearby town of Aveiro, known for its numerous canals and pedestrian bridges. Here you can wander through the fish market or look for the infamous Boats Moliceiros, or perhaps take a cruise down the Ria Aveiro. After a full day of exploring, your guide will return you to your hotel in Porto.

Discover Portugal’s most famous wine region, the Douro Valley, on this full-day private tour from Porto. Visit two traditional farm villas in the region to learn about the wine-making process and sample the local wines. Explore the beautiful scenic village of Pinhão and enjoy an authentic gourmet Portuguese lunch. Then take a scenic cruise along the Douro River or explore more of Pinhão before heading back to Porto.

An extremely dynamic Private Tour tailor made according to each client. With us you will have the opportunity to understand Oporto as a local, always focusing on your interests and curiosities. In addition to a cultural tour, it will also be a fun trip, where you will have to choose a local restaurant for lunch.

Absorb the sacred ambience of one of the world’s most significant pilgrimage sites on a full-day trip to Santiago de Compostela from Porto. Accompanied by an expert guide, discover the ecclesiastical majesty of Santiago de Compostela’s historical center; marvel at the grand architecture of Cathedral of Santiago, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, and gain valuable insight into the religious significance and cultural history of Galicia’s capital. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Porto hotel.