The tour begins with a guided walk through Porto's historic center, starting at the renowned Avenida dos Aliados, where you’ll be captivated by the grand architecture. From there, we’ll approach the majestic Clérigos Tower, followed by other notable sites like the world-famous McDonald’s, often regarded as one of the most beautiful globally.
Our next stop is São Bento Train Station, where your guide will delve into the station’s rich history and the remarkable tile panels illustrating key moments in Portuguese culture. We’ll then head to the Cathedral of Sé, one of Porto’s oldest monuments, where you can enjoy a break to take in the views and learn about this historic landmark (external visit only). From there, we’ll make our way to the Fernandina Wall, where you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the city.
After the walking portion, we’ll board our comfortable bus at Batalha Square and travel to Vila Nova de Gaia for a traditional Port wine cellar visit. Here, you’ll learn about the winemaking process and enjoy a tasting of three varieties of Port wine.
Next, we’ll pause for an optional lunch at a local restaurant (or have free time), where you can savor dishes like the famous Francesinha or Bacalhau, accompanied by wine or water.
After lunch, we’ll board a Rabelo boat for a one-hour cruise along the Douro River, giving you a chance to admire the six bridges that connect Porto and Gaia and take in panoramic views of Porto.
Back on land, we’ll reboard the bus and make our way to Foz do Douro, one of the city’s most picturesque neighborhoods, where you’ll have free time to enjoy views of the Atlantic coast and the Castelo do Queijo.
We’ll finish with a panoramic drive through the Boavista district, passing by notable sites like Casa da Música and Serralves Park. The tour concludes back in the city center at the original starting point.
