Private Tour to History of Porto & Porto Calem Cellars & Wine Tasting
Private Tour: Enjoy visits Porto the Portugal's second largest city and economic capital of the north, affords a rewarding 10 hours Private Tour experience. Porto's majestically adorned valleys combine Latin charisma, Baroque flair, and a peculiarly British streak as sweet as the region's Port wine. Take this opportunity to discover the famous and the emblematic city of Porto and enjoy a marvelous journey from Lisbon to Porto. Admire the incredible and crystal-clear Douro River and its beautiful riverbanks and visit one of the most famous Port Calem Wine Cellars and Port Wine tasting. After Lunch you will have the opportunity to discover the most beautiful monuments to see and visit in the historic center of Porto and others like Clérigos Tower, Porto Downtown, Porto Cathedral, and Cristal Gardens Palace one of the best view point of Porto city. Your Private tour also includes a free pick-up (7:30am) /drop-off (7pm) from your hotel, wine tasting and cellars visiting.
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Private Tour to History of Porto & Porto Calem Cellars & Wine Tasting
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Catedral do Porto
Visit the Porto Cathedral (Portuguese: Sé do Porto) is a Roman Catholic church located in the historical centre of the city of Porto, Portugal. It is one of the city's oldest monuments and one of the most important local Romanesque monuments. Unlike what's often written, the current Cathedral of Porto was not built under the patronage of Bishop Hugo since the pre-Romanesque church is still mentioned in the De Expugnatione Lyxbonensi as still extant in 1147. This means the present building was only started in the second half of the century and it would be constantly under works well until the 16th century (without counting later Baroque and 20th century interventions), but there is evidence that the city has been a bishopric seat since the Suevi domination in the 5th-6th centuries. The cathedral is flanked by two square towers, each supported with two buttresses and crowned with a cupola. The façade lacks decoration and is rather architecturally heterogeneous. It shows a Baroque porch and a beautiful Romanesque rose window under a crenellated arch, giving the impression of a fortified church. The Romanesque nave is rather narrow and is covered by barrel vaulting. It is flanked by two aisles with a lower vault. The stone roof of the central aisle is supported by flying buttresses, making the building one of the first in Portugal to use this architectonic feature.
Torre dos Clerigos
See the architectural complex of Clerics, considered a National Monument since 1910, is one of the main points of interest for its Tower, Museum and Church, and a must-see location for all those who visit the city of Porto. The church and the Tower are part of a baroque-inspired building from the 18th century, which marked the city's urban configuration, located on an uneven street, but brilliantly used by Nicolau Nasoni, who managed to create a landmark building. The Church and the Tower are adjoined to the House of the Brotherhood, which since 2014, after it became a museum, is open to the public.
Luis I BridgePass-by Only
See the Porto bridges (or pontes, in Portuguese) - are definitely the most appealing ones in the country. There are currently 6 over the river Douro. But their history traces back further, and even to other non-existent bridges! Inaugurated 31st October 1886 and idealized by Théophile Seyrig (BE) (Socièté Anonyne de Construction de Willebroeck) Behold, the most emblematic of Porto bridges! This is a truly Porto bridge, since it connects both levels of the city, as well as downtown Porto and Gaia.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Wine tasting
- Driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Coronavirus Safety Measures - The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.
- We’re certified by the Official Tourism entity ‘Turismo de Portugal’ with the hygiene certification stamp ‘Clean & Safe’.
- For our safety, we operate only private tour and pick-up/drop-off all passengers. We clean and disinfect our vehicles every tour and we provide hand sanitizer and masks to our customers.
- Our guides are experienced professionals, courteous and drive defensive and safety with only one objective to ensure your safety and satisfaction.
- We believe that every journey should be as unique as the traveler embarking upon it. That's why we're dedicated to providing private tours that are as flexible and customizable as they are unforgettable
- Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or in a group, we'll create an experience that's as unique as you are
- Please notify your hotel or accommodation to arrange a complimentary pick-up and drop-off at a time convenient for you
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This is a Private Tour please inform your Hotel / Port / Apartment Address for Pick-up and Drop Off in Lisbon region / Cascais / Sintra / Almada.
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• Confirmation will be received at time of booking • Children must be accompanied by an adult • Not wheelchair accessible
