This special private tour service will have a duration of 3 days, covering the oldest wine region in the world, Douro Valley, and also Porto, one of the most beautiful cities on Europe, second largest in Portugal. Although the itinerary can have minor adjustments, here is the suggested route/itinerary:
- DAY 1 – Transfer from Lisbon to Porto and Afternoon Tour of Porto
This special private tour will start from Lisbon, from your hotel in the morning period 9AM and head north of the country to the famous city of Porto (around 3h drive). After arrival, drop your luggage at the hotel and head to downtown and stop for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon visit the famous wine cellars of Porto/Gaia, close to the river and enjoy a wine cellar visit and wine tasting and one of the best wineries. Visit downtown area including the area of D. Luis Bridge, Porto Cathedral, Lello Library (one of the most famous in the world, where J.K.ROWLING inspired Harry Potter, Clerigos Tower and much more. Drop-off at your hotel in Porto and overnight in Porto.
-> Recommended hotel – Intercontinental Porto – 5 Star Medium Rate: https://www.booking.com/hotel/pt/intercontinental.en-gb.html
- DAY 2 – Full-Day Tour to Douro Valley – Peso da Regua and Pinhao
Depart from Porto to the countryside, to Douro Valley, the oldest wine region in the world. Arrive at Peso da Regua and visit the sightseeing along the day and it’s beautiful landscape. Stop for lunch near the river. In the afternoon period, take a boat trip upstream from Regua to Pinhao (2h approx). Visit Pinhao and it’s famous train station, considered one of the most beautiful in the country, and optional port wine tasting. Return to Porto by car, Overnight in Porto. Pick-up and drop-off included at your hotel in Porto.
-> Recommended hotel – Intercontinental Porto – 5 Star Medium Rate: https://www.booking.com/hotel/pt/intercontinental.en-gb.html
- DAY 3 – Morning Private Tour of Porto and transfer to Lisbon in the afternoon
Visit the remaining important highlights of Porto such as the coast of Porto (Foz), including also sightseeing along the west side of the city, passing by Casa da Musica, Porto Synagogue, and much more. Stop for lunch nearby the river/ocean and transfer back to Lisbon (3h drive). Drop-off at your hotel in Lisbon and end of services.
-> Recommended hotel – Tivoli Lisboa – 5 Star Medium Rate: https://www.booking.com/hotel/pt/tvlisboalisboa.html
* Times on each stop may vary, depending on group pace and preferences, since this tour is totally private, some stops may be skipped according to customer preferences.
* Admission fees and lunch/dinner/meals/accommodation are not included, and should be booked/paid separately.
Special 3-Day Private Tour to Porto
