Highlights / General details
The River Douro arrives finally to its destination, where it can now rest together with the waters of the ocean, after having fought against strong streams and flowed under the six bridges that connect the two riverbanks, namely Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. During the Middle Ages on the right riverbank one of the most ancient European cities was born and developed, «O Porto»! Its historical center is a landscape framework, the result of a harmonious combination of features of the land with the urban structure, that combined result in a set of rare beauty. Up the hill, the old houses still serve as a home to the local population and mingle with huge manor houses. To visit Porto is to let yourself be surprised. Its welcoming and conservative character hides a contemporary and creative city. The signs of this «know how to live» are felt in the streets, architecture, monuments, museums, leisure spaces, outdoor cafés and commercial areas. It is a city of poets, sailors, heroes and winners. And for that it is and was always invincible, fairly nicknamed the «Invicta» (invincible) city. It gave the name to Portugal and to the most famous wine of the world, PORT WINE!
Points of interest: Aliados Avenue; City Hall; Bolhão Market; Batalha Square; Santa Catarina Street; Majestic Café; São Bento Railway Station; Cathedral; Serra do Pilar Viewpoint; Port Wine Cellar (visit and tasting); Infante Square; São Francisco Church; Stock Exchange Palace; Clérigos Tower; Carmo Church; Carmelitas Church; Mouth of the River Douro; Queijo Castle; Casa da Música Concert Hall.
Inclusion
Hotel pick-up & drop-off in Porto; Guided visit; Port wine tasting; Languages available: Portuguese, English, Spanish.
Exclusion
Entrances in monuments; Meals & Drinks not mentioned above; Gratuities; Personal Expenses.
Hours of operation
Available daily; Tour Departs at 9:00am and 2:00pm. No Tour departures on January 1 and December 25.
Duration
Approximately 4 hours.
Location
Pick up and drop off at any hotel in Porto.
Participant restrictions
Children 4 years and under free of charge. Children ages 5 - 10 years pay child rate. All guests 11 years and up pay adult rate.
Policies
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