Porto

Summer activities

Explore the calm delights of the Douro River by traveling on a typical rabelo boat along the pastel-hued riverbanks of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. On this 50-minute cruise, you'll get to breathe Porto's faded but rich history and glimpse architectural wonders such as the Gustav Eiffel Bridge. During the tour, admire all 6 of Porto's iconic bridges: Ponte da Arrábida, Ponte Luís I, Ponte Infante D. Henrique, Ponte Maria Pia, Ponte São João, and Ponte do Freixo. Learn about these architectural feats with an included audio guide. The program includes an audio guide for the tour (Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French).

Visiting the Douro is combining a unique experience between natural beauty and cultural and historical richness without ever forgetting the region's gastronomy. With us, you will have the opportunity to visit two distinct and emblematic places in the Douro. Learn about the wine production process and enjoy tastings of the best wines in the region. Admire century-old vineyards, terraced vineyards and the production methods that make Douro wines unique around the world. Embark with us on a boat trip (lasting 1 hour) along the Douro River, you will be able to enjoy the stunning landscapes, the vineyard slopes and the famous terraces. Moments of relaxation and contemplation while sailing along the calm waters of the river will remain in your memory. Complete your experience with unforgettable flavors – enjoy a lunch featuring traditional dishes served at the table, allowing you to indulge in the true essence of the region. Follow the famous N222 road, often considered one of the most beautiful routes in Portugal, and continue your journey to a Douro vineyard with a spectacular view of the river. Take a guided tour of the first winemaking cooperative founded in 1959 with an expert guide, and learn about the rich history of the estate and the intricate wine production processes that have been passed down through generations. This is your chance to experience the Douro Valley's timeless beauty, taste its exceptional wines, and uncover its hidden secrets. Don’t miss out – book your adventure today for an experience you'll never forget!

Learn about the uniquely Portuguese musical form of fado with a live show in the intimate surroundings of the Casa do Fado. Enjoy a glass of port wine as you hear more about this aspect of Portuguese identity, declared ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity’ by UNESCO. Be transported to the Porto of old with a trip to Casa do Fado, a project developed by friends who love the music genre. Choose between three Casa do Fado venues in the historic center of Porto: A Casa do Fado - Ribeira, a 19th-century cellar, A casa do Fado - Sé, a former guitar luthier workshop, A Casa do Fado - São João Novo, located in the old pantries of the Convent / Church of São João Novo, dating from the end of the 16th century and located under the sacristy of the Church. Listen to outstanding musicians as they perform live in a venue with acoustics ideally set up for fado. Sip on a glass of port wine, the drink that Porto is famous for, as you hear more about the music and its origins.

Step into an immersive artistic experience with this ticket to Spiritus, an audiovisual experience which pairs light, music, and architecture the Clérigos Church in Porto. Admire how this religious location is transformed during this show which was created by OCUBO. Show your ticket at the door to the church and step into this 18th century Baroque building which boasts a 75-meter-tall bell tower. Take in the abstract look and intense soundtrack of the church's architecture as it is filled with visual poetry, light, and music. See how this multimedia, nighttime show expands on the poem “In the end, the best way to travel is to feel,” by Álvaro de Campos. Feel the beauty of life and reflect upon your place in this world.

Experience one of Porto’s most iconic attractions at your own pace with an entrance ticket to the Torre dos Clérigos. Adjoining the baroque Igreja dos Clérigos, the Torre dos Clérigos, can be seen from various points in the city and is one of its most emblematic symbols. Built for the Clérigos Brotherhood by Nicolau Nasoni, an Italian architect and painter responsible for a large body of work in the north of Portugal during the 18th century, construction of the church began in 1732 and was finished around 1750. The monumental divided stairway in front of the church was completed in the 1750s. The main façade is heavily decorated with baroque motifs. Climb the monumental Bell Tower of the church for panoramic views across the entire city, and an up-close view of its most symbolic attraction. Then, go to the exhibition space in the Clerigos Building to admire the Irmandade dos Clérigos Collection and Christus Collection, where you can see pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries, including furniture, paintings and vestments.

Board the original boats used to transport the Port Wine barrels from the Douro Region to Gaia and Porto. The boats have been adapted with the most modern navigation equipment to transport passengers with maximum comfort. Enjoy a journey that stretches from the historic center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, upstream to Freixo and then downstream toward the mouth of the Douro. Take the opportunity to admire the rich and breathtaking landscape while you learn the history of the 6 bridges that unite Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto. Discover other points of interest in these two cities. 

Immerse yourself in the history of one of the most prestigious Port wine houses in the world: Taylor’s Port, established in 1692. Explore the recently renovated 300 year-old cellars at your own pace and get the most out of the experience with an audio-guide, available in 13 languages. Learn about the history of Port wine, its production process, the Douro Valley, and the house of Taylor Fladgate – its past, present, and wealth of Port wines. Discover the evolution of Taylor's and how it pioneered the presentation of the first Dry White Port and was the creator of the Late Bottled Vintage, a successful style that revolutionised Port wine consumption. End your visit with a tasting of three wines: Chip Dry – Extra Dry White, Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) and 10 years old Tawny. For visitors interested in deepening their knowledge about the house of Taylor’s and in tasting more of its iconic wines, there are also additional tastings available, including several aged Tawny Ports and Taylor’s classic Vintage Ports (for additional cost).

Join a wine trip from Porto to the north 2 wine regions of Portugal on a full-day tour of 2 Wineries, 11 Wine tastings, Exclusive visit with the Winemaker, Farm+to-Table Chef´s Lunch with the Best Views, and Private Boat Cruise with drinks... WHAT ELSE ?!?! Stroll through the vineyard with a glass of wine in hand, explore our cellars, and indulge in a farm-to-table chef's lunch with wine tasting, showcasing the delicacies of traditional Douro Valley cuisine in an air-conditioned room overlooking the Douro River. We created for you a unique wine experience in the world visiting 2 wine regions in a day, with tastings at our own 2 wine estates in the Vinho Verde and the Douro Valley demarcated region. Of course, we will end up relaxing in Vila do Pinhão with a cruise on our private boat to be completely amazed by the fabulous landscapes of the Douro valley. Our idea is that you learn about wine not in a boring way, but in a fun way, always with a glass of wine in your hand and good traditional food to taste The experience in detail begins on our Wine Estate in the demarcated region of Vinhos Verdes with our breakfast of traditional hot smoked meat, cheese, traditional bread and other complements accompanied by the famous Vinhos Verdes ( White, Red and Espadal ) Then head to our pearl in the Douro Valley, a property with the best views in the Douro Valley where you can take your best photos and create your stories about wine while strolling through our vineyard with a glass of wine in your hand, Of course we will also vist our wine cellar We will have a Farm-to-Table chef's lunch with wine tasting where you can enjoy all the delicacies of traditional Douro Valley cuisine in a memorable lunch inside a fully air-conditioned room with the best views over the Douro River. We are also going to do a unique event in the world, opening a Vintage Porto wine bottle with fire by a certified sommelier Then we will have a more private moment of relaxation with some free time for you to visit the famous Pinhão village and then finish with a 1-hour river cruise on our private boats with drinks, also with a guide who will explain some secrets of the Douro Valley Douro on a guided nautical tour. Our keyword and the motto for this experience is: NO STRESS, 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed Promisse you a memorable day, It's a promise from all my family... You will never forget this wine experience, Note : all our guides are WSET level 1, 2 or 3 certified

Admire the old city of Porto, with its typical houses and the hustle and bustle of the Ribeira population on a sightseeing cruise along the Douro. Take in the views of the Ponte da Arrábida that connects the two river banks. Embark on a sightseeing cruise across the Douro River and admire the scenic riverbank. Take advantage of the “Bridges Cruise” application for commentary available in 16 languages. Enjoy the amazing architeture of our bridges, the breathtaking landscape full of history.

In a healthful balance between Port tradition and new technologies, you will discover Douro region and Port wine – from “terroir” to the wine grapes, from the categories up to the aromas, trough our recently interactive museum, with personalized and intuitive access. In the guided visits to Cálem caves you will learn about the Douro Demarcated Region, know how the Port is produced and stay abreast of all the details of the history of this House. The cellars themselves remain active and visitable. It is there that you will learn more about the unique characteristics of each type of Port, even next to the barrels where they grow old, protected from light and heat. Then, you will be invited to a Cálem wine tasting: a white Port and a Tawny Port. With one of your guides, you will have the possibility to learn some more Port secrets and taste our wines.