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A Taste of Porto
Porto Shore Trips - A Taste of Porto
 



This 6 Hour Private Shore Excursion Includes:
  • Pick up from your Hotel or the Port of Porto (Leixoes)
  • Private Mercedes Vehicle with English Speaking Guide
  • Included- Lello Bookstore VIP entrance, Fresh Seafood Lunch with drinks, Port Wine tastings
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Tour Number:
PPORT-03

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Group Size (Prices in USD)*:
2 People - $410 Per Person (Private Tour)
3 People - $350 Per Person (Private Tour)
4 People - $300 Per Person (Private Tour)
5 People - $268 Per Person (Private Tour)
6 People - $246 Per Person (Private Tour)
7 People - $252 Per Person (Private Tour)
8 People - $238 Per Person (Private Tour)



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

Porto Shore Excursion

This private Porto tour literally gives you a taste of Porto. You will visit the very popular Lello Bookstore with priority Skip the Line Tickets, followed by a city driving tour before a delicious fresh seafood lunch in a charming local fishing village. Before the tour is over you also visit a local port winery to learn about its production and enjoy a tasting.

After meeting your guide you depart for the Lello Bookstore. When you arrive you will be whisked into the priority entrance and avoid the long lines which most people have to wait in. This bookstore is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. The store opened in 1906 making it one of Portugal's oldest bookstores. You will be impressed by its curved wooden staircase, the stained glass windows and the overall architecture which combines neo-gothic and art nouveau designs. What attracts many people is that it is said to have inspired the creation of Hogwarts in the Harry Potter series because the author was known to visit here.

Next you will enjoy a driving tour to see some of Porto's famous sites such as the Bolḥo Market, Santa Catarina shopping street, Cl̩rigos Church and Tower, Se Cathedral, So Bento Train Station and the Stock Exchange Palace.

For lunch you will drive to a local fishing village which neighbors Porto. You will enjoy the small town feel of the area. People enjoy sitting outdoors to take in a fresh seafood lunch which has been grilled just for you. An alternative is a fish and rice dish, similar to paella. The meal and drinks is always a hit with our guests and is included in the tour price.

After lunch, you will drive along the Douro River and over the famous Eiffel inspired Dom Luis Bridge until you reach Vila Nova de Gaia. While you are hear you will visit a famous port wine cellar for a tour and tasting. You will learn all about the production, harvesting and transporting of this unique drink. Of course the tour ends with a tasting and the chance to purchase some bottles if you wish.

Mobility: Folding wheelchairs OK, but some sites are not accessible (advance notice required)

If you cannot find what you are looking for, our Porto Shore Excursions can also be customized to fit your needs. If you have a larger group, we can offer you a private Porto shore tour using a mid-size bus or full size coach. Please contact us with any questions or to receive a customized quote.
Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • Meet guide and drive to Lello Bookstore – 15 Minutes
  • Visit to Lello Bookstore – 1 Hour
  • Porto City Tour – 1 Hour and 45 Minutes
  • Included lunch – 1.5 Hours
  • Wine Tasting – 45 Minutes
  • Return to Pier – 15 Minutes

Average Rating: Average Rating: 5 of 5 5 of 5 Total Reviews: 4 Write a review »

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5 of 5 Review Location: Porto July 7, 2024
Reviewer: FranZ R. from Vanessa ON Canada  
Once again an outstanding job by your team! Palma de Mallorda  Anna Cadiz                      Leyli Lisbon                     Miguel Oporto                    Diego They were all wonderful and highly recommended the use of a driver with the tour guide as we were able to afford quick stops for photos without having to look for parking in the busy streets!

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5 of 5 Review Location: Porto July 15, 2023
Reviewer: Dannelle N from Jacksonville, FL  
Orchid was a Wonderful guide! She is so informative and we had a great time talking with her. Tasted and bought lots of port and had a delicious tapas lunch. Thank you so much. Going to do a review on Trip Advisor.

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5 of 5 Review Location: Porto October 10, 2021
Reviewer: Dannelle M from Mission Viejo, CA  
Orchid was a Wonderful guide! She is so informative and we had a great time talking with her. Tasted and bought lots of port and had a delicious tapas lunch. Thank you so much. Going to do a review on Trip Advisor.

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5 of 5 Review Location: Porto June 20, 2017
Reviewer: Alice V from McKinney, TX  
A wonderful tour today. Many thanks to guide Orquidea for sharing this beautiful area.

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