Porto Full Day Private Tour from Lisbon
Porto is synonymous with great food, world known winery, and authentic charm. Even though it can be considered a small city, it doesn’t go unnoticed, as those who visit it are almost always more than willing to return for a second or third time – be it for the food, the views, or the cheerful people.
Take a tour with us through Portugal‘s second largest city and get to know the narrow streets, the magnificent architecture, the traditions and culture of the city.
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Porto Full Day Tour
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What's included in Porto Full Day Private Tour from Lisbon
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Torre dos Clerigos
Genuine baroque work by Nicolau Nasoni, an ex-libris monument of the city of Porto. The Church of Clérigos (Ecclesiastics) is a genuine baroque masterpiece dating from the mid-18th century. It was designed by Nicolau Nasoni, an architect of Italian origin. He stamped his mark on many monuments around Oporto and the north of Portugal. Nasoni, on his request, was buried here in a small chapel with its gateway at the same level as the top of the double bolster stairway. The front of the church shows off its highly interesting and beautiful baroque finishing with its contours, domes and spires worthy of closer inspection. The interior has but a single nave in granite and marble and covered in baroque carvings again demonstrating the skill of the architect. In the main chapel, attention is drawn to the polychromatic altarpiece by Manuel Porto. However, what sets this construction apart is the Tower; constructed in granite protruding out of the top of the western side of the church. This is the highly distinctive landmark of Oporto. The tower extends upwards through 75 metres of elegance forming rhythmic stages before rising to its crowning glory, the spherical clock house. The baroque decoration is thoroughly delicate and off a wonderful lightness. In 1917, the Tower of Clérigos was successfully climbed by two Spanish acrobats, the Puertullanos, a father and son team, in front of an enormous crowd. This is a feat that, on looking up at the Tower, would seem impossible. An inner staircase (240 degrees) enables access to the top. For those wishing to avoid the feats of the Puertullanos this is the best means to gain access to one of the most beautiful panoramic views over all of Oporto.
Jardins do Palacio de Cristal
The Romantic Gardens of Palácio de Cristal occupy an area of 8 hectares in Porto’s centre and they were designed in the 19th century by the German landscape architect Émille David, in the context of constructing the building of Palácio de Cristal (Crystal Palace). Currently, the following still remain preserved in accordance with the original project: Jardim Émille David at the main entrance, Avenida das Tílias, the forest and the balconies’ design over the river Douro. We can also contemplate magnificent panoramic views over the river and the city that the viewpoints in strategic places offer to us. It is to be noted that these gardens, making a good use of the botanic heritage and of the ludic-cultural dynamics, is home to an Environmental Education Centre.
Cais da Ribeira
This area was the centre of the city’s commercial life in the middle ages, thanks for the connection to the Douro River, and over the years has undergone transformations. However, the medieval constructions remain today. In the fifteenth century, this area was hit by a devastating fire, but quickly regained the image that defines it. In the 80s, archaeological works discovered a fountain of the seventeenth century (1601-1700), which is at the center of the square.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Clean and Safe Certificate
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Private Transportation
- Tickets / Meals / Gratuities
- Private guide
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise in 24 hours in advance if you do want to do the river cruise - if we do not receive notification, we assume that you don´t want it | (fee for boat cruise not included);
- Please keep in mind that this is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- The information of the places or monuments to be visited on this tour are merely indications of places of interest, which may or may not be visited during the trip.
- The driver can extend the hours of the tour in agreement with the customer, and charge any extras that are not included in this tour.
- Please advise at time of booking if there is any guest disabled or with limited walking, so we can adjust the itinerary.
- Available for all Travelers
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickup Time: 07:00 am or 07:30 am (If you do wish to be earlier or later, please advise)
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Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
