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Embark on a captivating journey through Porto, one of Portugal's most enchanting cities and one of Europe's oldest, boasting a UNESCO World Heritage city center steeped in history and charm. Join our half-day tour aboard our comfortable minibus, guided by our expert tour leader, as we embark on a panoramic exploration of Porto's old center, starting with a visit to the exterior of the iconic Porto Sé Cathedral, a symbol of the city's rich heritage.
At São Bento Train Station, our knowledgeable guide will narrate the significance of this architectural gem, renowned for its exquisite tile panels depicting scenes from Portuguese history. Continuing our journey in the minibus, we'll traverse through historic landmarks such as Batalha Square, the bustling commercial avenue of Santa Catarina (home to the iconic Majestic Café), ancient churches, and myriad monuments adorning the quaint cobblestone streets.
Pause for a moment near the awe-inspiring Livraria Lello & Irmão, a neo-gothic marvel, and the Torre dos Clérigos, Porto's tallest tower, offering splendid photo opportunities from the outside.
Our adventure culminates with a visit to Vila Nova de Gaia, where we'll delve into a renowned wine cellar for a guided tasting of two exquisite Port wines, savoring the essence of this cherished local tradition. As the tour concludes, our guide will escort you back to the departure point, leaving you with lasting memories of Porto's captivating beauty and rich cultural heritage.
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour begins
● Children must be accompanied by an adult
● Usually our tours run in one language but there are cases of one extras language or more
● The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
● The services included in the tours/wine estate visits, restaurants, etc) are subject to 3rd party availability and may change without prior notice
● Not wheelchair accessible
● Minimum of 2 people to guarantee the departure of the tour
Inclusions
✔ Professional expert tour guide
✔ Comfortable minibus with a/c
✔ Admission ticket to visit a renowned Port Wine Cellar
✔ Tasting of two Port wines included
✔ Local guide at wine cellars
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks, except where expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation policy
Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
Meeting point
Calçada de Vandoma, 4050-620 Porto, Portugal. Find our guides with a red Living tours badge in the parking lot just a few meters from the Porto Cathedral