Porto: Douro Private Historical Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Porto: Douro Private Historical Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Destination: Portugal, Northern Portugal, Porto
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Porto
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Come and discover the Historic Center of the old city of Porto in the city of Gaia in a different way, returning to the beginning of the 20th century, through replicas of the Ford T!
The objective of this tour is to offer the opportunity to discover the landmarks and beautiful landscapes of one of the oldest cities in Portugal.
Explore more land along the banks of the Douro River to the Atlantic Ocean: enjoy a tour full of cultural richness.

Perfect way to get your bearings and hear fun information about Porto and its people.

Stop for one of the best views of the city of Porto

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Ribeira de Gaia, Av. de Diogo Leite, 4430-999 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

Pass by Gaia's river bank, learning a bit of the history of the wine cellars and of Port Wine

Pass By: Luís I Bridge, Ponte Luís I, 4000 Porto, Portugal

Pass through and get to know about the most iconic bridge of Porto and Gaia

Stop At: Serra do Pilar Viewpoint, Largo de Aviz Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar, Vila Nova de Gaia 4430-329 Portugal

The Serra do Pilar or Serra de São Nicolau or Serra de São Nicolau de Vila Nova is an elevation overlooking the Douro River located in the parish of Santa Marinha, Vila Nova de Gaia, bordering the city of Porto. There is the famous Serra do Pilar Monastery (construction started in 1538). For many years transformed into barracks and currently classified as World Heritage (UNESCO), this monastery is today one of the most important tourist attractions in the region.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Fortress Sao Joao Baptista, Esplanada do Castelo, Porto 4150-196 Portugal

The Fort of São João Baptista da Foz, also known as São João da Foz Castle or Foz do Douro Fortress, is located in Foz do Douro, in the current parish of Aldoar, Foz do Douro and Nevogilde, in the municipality and district of Porto, in Portugal.

Stop At: Jardim do Passeio Alegre, Rua do Passeio Alegre, NA, Porto 4150-569 Portugal

The Passeio Alegre Garden is a garden in Foz do Douro, in the present-day parish of Aldoar, Foz do Douro and Nevogilde of the city of Porto, in Portugal, designed by landscape architect Émile David.[1]

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Castle of the Cheese, Praca Goncalves Zarco 20, Porto 4100-274 Portugal

The Forte de São Francisco Xavier is located in the parish of Nevogilde, in the municipality and district of Porto, in Portugal.

In a dominant position over the Atlantic Ocean and at a short distance from the mouth of the Douro River, it is also known as Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle) because, according to tradition, it was built on a round granite rock, and with a shape similar to that of a cheese (penedo do Queijo).

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Miradouro da Vitoria, Rua Sao Bento da Vitoria 11, Porto 4050-543 Portugal

One of the most beautiful views of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. The Miradouro da Vitória is somewhat hidden but worth the visit.

Duration: 10 minutes

Inclusions
  • Private transportation

Exclusions
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    Departure Point

    Traveler pickup is offered
    We can pick you up in any part of the Historical Centre of the city de Porto e Gaia.

    Ports

    • Porto Cathedral, Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto, Portugal
    • Batalha Centro de Cinema, Praça da Batalha 47, 4000-101 Porto, Portugal

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    1 hour 30 minutes


    User's Reviews

    Robert_M

    04 Oct, 2023

    Inez was super friendly and showed us so much of Porto, it was great! The sites and views of the city blew us away

    cathy_g

    21 Sep, 2023

    Driver never showed up. After waiting an hour and a lot of texting the company they sent a wonderful young driver . This was our last night in Porto had to change our schedule to accommodate this company. They have promised a refund but they promised a driver at 4 o’clock, we will see

    John_S

    22 Feb, 2022

    Excellent tour. My 11 year old son and I really enjoyed. Our tour guide, Ana was excellent. Highly recommend

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