The award of "Best European Destination" assigned in 2012, 2014 and 2017 gives to Porto the highlight of being the only city in Europe to get this conquer 3 times. Adding the award of " Best Vacation Destination" owned in 2013. we get enough motifs to visit and check the reasons behind of these awards.

Explore the beautiful Historical Center, find out the history and curiosities as you meet the most important monuments and places.

Enter S. Bento Train Station and Sé Cathedral.

Appreciate the sights from Ribeira with the typical Rabelo boats.

Enjoy a guided visit with wine tasting at a renowned Port Wine Cellar.

Join this Private tour accompanied by an expert driver/guide that will give you a very warm welcome to Porto through this 4 hours Tour.

Included:

• Guided visit to a Port Wine Cellar/Lodge in Gaia with tasting of different Port Wines
• Professional guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private tour
• Private transportation
• Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)

Itinerary:

• Welcome to Porto! At the designated time and place, our private guide will warmly greet you and introduce you to the incredible sights of one of the oldest cities in Europe. This private half-day city tour will be led by an expert guide, who will drive you through Porto’s historic center, offering insightful commentary on its most significant landmarks. You’ll also visit a renowned Port Wine cellar in Gaia for a shared guided tour, complete with a tasting of various Port wines.
• Stepping off the transportation, your private guide will take you to the famous São Bento train station, where you’ll admire the stunning lobby adorned with tiles depicting scenes from centuries of Portuguese history.
• Another stop will be at the entrance of Porto Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest landmarks, located in its birthplace. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the historic city center, the Douro River, and the wine lodges on its southern shore.
• Lello Bookshop is considered one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. It is also famous for inspiring J.K. Rowling during the creation of the Harry Potter universe. While entrance is not included due to the typically long queues, your guide will provide insightful explanations from the exterior, offering a perfect introduction for a later visit on your own.
• Your guide will then drive you to Vila Nova de Gaia, home to the famous wine lodges, where you’ll join a guided tour of a renowned wine lodge with a local expert. You’ll also enjoy a tasting of different Port wines. Please note that the wine cellar may be substituted with a similar one offering the same experience. The guided tour of the wine cellar is shared with other visitors.