Porto Tours, Vacation, Travel Packages & Experiences
Porto, also known as Oporto, is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon, situated on the Douro River estuary stretching to the Atlantic Ocean. Its historical centre has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is justly famous for its export of port wine. Porto offers many good reasons to visit it on a Portugal vacation. One feature of Porto is its Art Deco architecture which can be found in shops, private houses and other buildings.
One of the best places to start on trips to Portugal is the historic Ribeira neighbourhood, one of the most attractive districts in the city. It is a maze of medieval streets and alleyways and has a promenade along the riverfront which is lined with pastel-coloured houses and out-of-the-way taverns from which you get views of the port lodges and distilleries across the river. It is a lively place at night and the most popular district for eating and drinking with many bars and restaurants hidden beneath medieval arches. In this area is the wonderful Gothic Igreja de São Francisco (San Francisco Church) which, in its interior, has an amazing display of baroque treasures. The church museum has a fine collection of sacred art. You can visit the catacombs where important Porto citizens are buried. Another religious building is The Se, Porto’s cathedral with its mixture of architectural styles and ornate interior.
For views of Porto, head to the Torre dos Clerigos (Tower of Ecclesiastics), a baroque-styled tower which offers the best views of the city as well as over the river. It is well worth the climb to the top. Serralves is an extensive and well maintained pleasant park which contains the Museum of Contemporary Art, one of the best in Portugal featuring works from the late 1960s to the present, and the delightful, pink Casa de Serralves a mansion which is a prime example of Art Deco design.
Across the river is Vila Nova de Gaia with its 20 plus port-wine lodges which are open for tours and tastings, You can select from a huge port wine list and sip a glass on a terrace with stunning views across the city. Most of the world's supply of Port is stored and aged here and a visit to any of the warehouses should not be missed. In the alleys up the hill, you will find 19th Century manor houses and even more port lodges including the world-renowned Taylor's, especially worth a visit on a Portugal vacation.
Porto has some interesting sites and venues which should also be included in a visit when on Portugal trips. The Casa da Musica was designed by the Dutch architect, Rem Koolhaas and is outstandingly unusual and different. The concerts held here vary from classical to jazz and fado. The auditorium has perfect acoustics and the VIP room has hand-painted blue tiles, blending contemporary minimalism with traditional touches. The Palacio da Bolsa (The Stock Exchange) is an outstanding neoclassical monument honouring Porto’s past and present merchants. The interior was decorated by several artists and there are a number of sculptures and frescoes to view. The Jardim do Palacio de Cristal is a very attractive botanical garden complete with fountains, sculptures and stunning views of the city.
So, on Portugal vacations, Porto will add colour to your visit.
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Porto, Portugal
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Best of Portugal Escorted: Porto, Evora, Lagos & More
FIRST-CLASS | ESCORTED COACH TOUR: This Portugal tour takes you to most of the country’s key heritage sights, lingering in highlights such the Algarve, and giving you time to enjoy the country’s beautiful beaches.- Duration:
- 11 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,418
- Trip Type:
- Escorted Coach Touring
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Portugal Deluxe: Porto, Lisbon and the Algarve
DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the best of Portugal from north to south on this journey to Porto, Lisbon, and the Algarve. Enjoy private guided tours in Porto and Lisbon to discover their history, cruise along the Douro River and enjoy a wine tasting. Finally, bask in the warm sunshine and sunny beaches of the nation’s south.- Duration:
- 10 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,218
- Trip Type:
- Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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Portugal to Spain River Cruise: Porto, Douro Valley, Salamanca & More
FIRST-CLASS | CRUISE: Portugal may not be the first name you think of for a European cruise, but a journey up the Rio Douro might just change your mind. Set sail from Porto, travelling all the way up to Spain before returning.- Duration:
- 8 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,901
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- Cruises & Sailing
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Images of Portugal: Porto, Coimbra and Lisbon
FIRST-CLASS | SMALL-GROUP: Discover the vibrant culture and history in some of Portugal’s most interesting cities and towns on a 7-day small group program. Travel with like-minded people as you enjoy the capital city, the famous University city of Coimbra, Porto and port wine tasting, plus a traditional Fado show and so much more!- Duration:
- 7 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,600
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- Bucket List Travel Ideas, Escorted Coach Touring, Single Friendly, Small Group Touring
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Porto and Enticing Douro by River Cruise: 10 Days Porto to Porto
Spend 10 days exploring the charming region of the Douro River Valley, one of Europe's most unspoiled regions and Port country. Enjoy pre and post nights in Porto, the beautiful City of Bridges, then embark on a 7-night Ama Waterways river cruise as you taste historic wines and soak up beautiful landscapes.- Duration:
- 10 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 4,284
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- Cruises & Sailing
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Porto: Pestana Palacio do Freixo: Stay of Distinction
DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Stay in deluxe accommodations and enjoy privately guided excursions through the capital of the north and it's surrounding regions. See medieval alleys and historic monuments in Porto's enchanting atmosphere. Then, visit the Minho region's most historic cities of Guimarães and Braga.- Duration:
- 4 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,649
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- Private Experiences, Stays of Distinction, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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Discover Portugal: Lisbon to Porto
This Portugal tour sets out from Lisbon, embarking on a weeklong journey covering the country’s best sites, including UNESCO World Heritage icons, beautiful and tasty wine regions, and splendid Gothic and Romanesque architecture.- Duration:
- 11 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,813
- Trip Type:
- Escorted Coach Touring, Small Group Touring
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The North of Portugal Escorted: Fatima, Porto & Urgeirica
MODERATE | ESCORTED COACH TOUR: On this program you will travel through the diverse and beautiful cities of northern Portugal. Some of the highlights include Obidos, UNESCO monuments in Batalha and Alcobaca, Coimbra University, Porto and the Douro River, the Order of Templars in Tomar and so much more!- Duration:
- 6 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,234
- Trip Type:
- Escorted Coach Touring
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Discover Porto
MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Enjoy the highlights of Porto as you stay in comfortable moderate accommodations and see the main points of interest on fascinating shared excursions. Explore the streets of the historic centre and enjoy a panoramic cruise of the Douro Valley and Port Wine tasting.- Duration:
- 4 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 564
- Trip Type:
- Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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Eat + Drink Porto
FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Discover real food, real people and real passion in Porto. Stay in first class accommodations, enjoy a tour of the historic centre, visit local highlights and enjoy food and wine tastings. Then, head to Portugal's largest wine producing region, Vinho Verdo, for tastings with lunch included.- Duration:
- 4 Days
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- US$ 705
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- Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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Highlights of Porto
FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Stay in first class accommodations as you discover the heart and soul of Porto. Explore the wine culture of the Douro Valley and take a panoramic cruise. In the evening, a city tour gives you a taste of Porto after dark before enjoying dinner and Fado show on what's sure to be a memorable night.- Duration:
- 4 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 715
- Trip Type:
- Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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Porto and Flavors of Portugal & Spain by River Cruise
Explore the fascinating city of Porto before embarking on an 8-day Ama Waterway river cruise along the Douro River. Taste your way through the vineyards, visit traditional quintas, and discover the timeless traditions of Portugal before ending your journey in neighbouring Spain.- Duration:
- 11 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 4,274
- Trip Type:
- Cruises & Sailing, Multi Country Vacation Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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