Uncover the hidden gems of the Alto Minho region on a full-day private tour from Porto. Visit the charming villages of Valença, Ponte de Lima, and Viana do Castelo, and immerse yourself in the customs, traditions, and flavors of northern Portugal.
Uncover the hidden gems of the Alto Minho region on a full-day private tour from Porto. Visit the charming villages of Valença, Ponte de Lima, and Viana do Castelo, and immerse yourself in the customs, traditions, and flavors of northern Portugal.
- Porto - Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Viana do Castelo
- Viana do Castelo - Viana do Castelo is quickly accessed from Porto, or from Valença for those coming from Spain. From the hill of Santa Luzia you can see the privileged geographical situation of the city, next to…
- Porto - Your expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Viana do Castelo
- Viana do Castelo - Viana do Castelo is quickly accessed from Porto, or from Valença for those coming from Spain. From the hill of Santa Luzia you can see the privileged geographical situation of the city, next to the sea and the mouth of the river Lima. This breathtaking view and the Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Ventura Terra’s revivalist building from 1898, can be the starting point for visiting the city.
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- Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus / Mount of Santa Luzia - We can’t miss the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia a gothic building located on a high hill providing astonish views! Climb up the Zimbório (Sanctuary pinnacle) and be amazed by the dazzling 360° view of the region.
- Ponte de Lima - We procced to the oldest village in Portugal: Ponte de Lima! With its lengendary medieval bridge built over the Lima River. Explore the medieval curiosities of this place, find a huge heritage along the historical centre with many beautiful gardes, fancy mansions and historical buildings.
- Valenca - Our private tour continues towards Valença do Minho. with its well preserved military Fortress with a thick proctetive wall with more than 5 km of length. This monument built to protect the city from spanish evasion has nowadays a huge heritage and historic value.
After uncover the Minho Region on this full day private tour we are ready to return to Porto. Guide will leave you comfortably at your hotel by the end of the day,
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Embark on a comprehensive day-long adventure in the Alto Minho Region! Discover three distinctive northern Portuguese villages: Valença, Ponte de Lima, and Viana do Castelo.
With our knowledgeable driver/guide at your disposal, delve into the cities’ nuances, learn about the regions in detail, immerse yourself in the local customs and traditions, and…
Embark on a comprehensive day-long adventure in the Alto Minho Region! Discover three distinctive northern Portuguese villages: Valença, Ponte de Lima, and Viana do Castelo.
With our knowledgeable driver/guide at your disposal, delve into the cities’ nuances, learn about the regions in detail, immerse yourself in the local customs and traditions, and savor the unique tastes of these northern locations.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Tours run in small groups between 1-8 people
- Duration: the hours of duration are approximate hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
- Reservation is mandatory and requires an email request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours before the date of the service.
- All tours depart from Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia
- Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
- We pick up from any hotel in Porto or Gaia city center. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.Reservation is mandatory and requires na emai request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours befor the date of the servisse. Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
- Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.