Itinerary

The tour starts in Lisbon heading to Coimbra , the medieval capital of Portugal for hundred years, with the oldest university in the country, classified as world heritage site by UNESCO .

After, you follow to another UNESCO world heritage site, the Porto historical center . Be amazed with the architecture of former ... civilizations like the neo-gothic interiors of the Lello Bookshop , considered one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, or the baroque style of Clérigos tower , which, after climb the 240 steps you’ll have a panoramic view of the city.

Start descending the city, passing by the famous Aliados Avenue and admire the 20 000 hand painted tiles that decorates the São Bento Railway station , which illustrates the transport evolution in the Portuguese history, and the imponent medieval Cathedral in Romanesque style.

On your way down to the Douro river visit the Stock Exchange Palace , built in a neoclassical style, one of the most visited monuments in Porto, famous by his Arabian Room and the Saint Francis Church , declared World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO and a National Monument. This gothic structure, also known as the hurch of gold , is one of the most important baroque works from the 14th century having its interior gilded with a carved wood work.

Reaching the river side you’ll be able to sit in one of The Art Nouveau cafes and enjoy the medieval D.Luis I bridge planned by the engineer Teófilo Seyrig, a disciple of Eifell.

Crossing the bridge, you can visit one famous Porto Wine Cellars and have a wine tasting with a magnificent view of Porto city and the Douro River.

On your return to Lisbon you will pass by the medieval city of Óbidos and the amazing fisherman’s village Nazaré , known by the world record of the biggest surfed waves.

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Tour Details

Tour Type

Private

Pick Up

Client accommodation

Duration

8 Hours

Luxury Car

Mercedes-Benz

Driver

Certified

Confirmation

Immediate

Additional Info