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Private Tours from Porto: Aveiro – 4 Hours

January 5, 2015 By International Lodging Corporation

Located about 1 hour south of Porto, the town of Aveiro is one of Portugal’s hidden gems. Known as the Venice of Portugal, Aveiro’s charming canals, picturesque wooden houses, and tranquil seaside location make it a perfect place to visit as a day trip.

Aveiro was established in Roman times, and it served as an important seaport until the end of the 16th C. when a storm closed off the port. The old town center is crossed by a network of canals that is reminiscent of Venice, down to the gondola-like boats. The picturesque wooden houses that were once used by fisherman are painted in bright colors and candy-striped, so be sure to have your phone or camera fully charged for the photo ops.

On this 4 hour private tour you will have a chance to explore the main sites in this charming city. Your guide/driver will pick you up at your hotel to begin your private tour. Your guide will customize the tour to include the sites that are of most interest to you.

A suggested itinerary could include:

  • Panoramic tour of Aveiro’s historic city center
  • Train station – historic building with beautiful blue azulejo (tile) exterior
  • Cathedral
  • River canals
  • Salt springs
  • Costa Nova – neighborhood with colorful striped houses

2020 Prices and other info:

Tour price for 1-3 People in a Sedan

  • US $250 – Daily (start time at 9:00am or 2:30pm)

Tour price for 4-7 People in a Minivan

  • US $315 – Daily (start time at 9:00am or 2:30pm)

All tours:

  • Price includes a tour with a licensed guide/driver with transportation for 4 hours
  • Price does not include entrance fees (if any), which are extra
  • Vehicles are insured, as required by Portuguese law
  • Common languages available: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French
  • Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the client
  • Prices are subject to change

Note: Guide/driver is not authorized to conduct tours inside of monuments or museums.

Photo credit: Kondephy

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.

Filed Under: Portugal, Private Tours (Portugal) Tagged With: Aveiro, Porto (Private Tours) Day Trips

Private Tours from Porto: Historic Towns of Guimarães and Braga – 9 Hours

January 5, 2015 By International Lodging Corporation

ILC-blog-Private-Tours-Porto-Day-Trip-Guimaraes-and-BragaThe Minho region in the northwest corner of Portugal is one of the country’s best kept secrets. It is the most traditional part of Portugal, and with its rolling hills and lush river valleys, it is also the greenest part of the country. Located within an hour’s drive from Porto, visitors can explore the historic town of Guimarães, the country’s first capital, and Braga, the country’s oldest city.

Your guide/driver will pick you up at your hotel to begin your 9 hour private tour. The first stop will be the town of Guimarães. The picturesque medieval city is considered the birthplace of the nation, as it was the country’s first capital and the birthplace of Afonso Henriques, Portugal’s first king. You will take a panoramic tour of the well preserved town center, including the 10th C. Castle of Guimarães, and the 15th C. Palace of the Dukes of Bragança.

The next stop on the tour is a visit to Braga, the capital of the Minho region and the oldest city in the country. It has also been the religious capital of the country since Roman times. You will take a panoramic tour of the historic city center, including the Cathedral of Braga, which is Portugal’s oldest church.

You will then continue on to the Santuário Bom Jesús do Monte, located about 5 km. east of Braga. This important pilgrimage site was begun in 1722 and is considered one of the masterpieces of European Baroque style. Its centerpiece is the hilltop granite double staircase lined with chapels representing the Stations of the Cross, the Stairway of the Five Senses, and the Stairway of the Three Virtues (Faith, Hope and Charity).

You will arrive back at your hotel around 6:00pm. The private tour can be customized to meet your specific interests. Monument visits are optional and can be decided upon with your guide. There will be time during the day to have lunch.

2020 Prices and other info:

Tour price for 1-3 People in a Sedan

  • US $335 – Daily (start time at 9:00am / return at 6:00pm)

Tour price for 4-7 People in a Minivan

  • US $430 – Daily (start time at 9:00am / return at 6:00pm)

All tours:

  • Price includes a tour with a licensed guide/driver with transportation for 9 hours
  • Price does not include meals or entrance fees (if any), which are extra
  • Vehicles are insured, as required by Portuguese law
  • Common languages available: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French
  • Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the client
  • Prices are subject to change

Note: Guide/driver is not authorized to conduct tours inside of monuments or museums.

Photo credit: Filipe Fortes

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.

Filed Under: Portugal, Private Tours (Portugal) Tagged With: Braga, Guimarães, Porto (Private Tours) Day Trips, Portugal

Private Tours from Porto: Alto Minho Tour – Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima & Barcelos – 9 Hours

January 5, 2015 By International Lodging Corporation

The Alto Minho region in the northwest corner of the country is home to a number of historic towns that are some of the oldest and most beautiful in Portugal. Located about an hour north of Porto, visitors can explore the historic towns of Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima and Barcelos on a day trip.

Your guide/driver will pick you up at your hotel to begin your 9 hour private tour. The first stop will be the town of Viana do Castelo. Considered one of the country’s most beautiful towns, its strategic location on the Lima River made it an important seaport during the Age of Discovery. You can stroll through the  picturesque main square, and then visit the beautiful Basilica of Santa Luzia located on a hilltop just outside of town.

The next stop on the tour is Ponte de Lima, one of the oldest towns in the country. It is best known for the arched medieval bridge that spans the Lima River. You will take a panoramic tour of the historic city center, including the picturesque main square.

The final stop on the tour is the town of Barcelos, a charming medieval town well known for its tradition of pottery. It was here that the Galo de Barcelo rooster, which is the emblem of Portugal, originated. Barcelos is also known for its weekly market, which is one of the largest and most typical markets in the country. Your tour will include a visit to the market if it takes place on a Thursday, when the market is held.

You will arrive back at your hotel around 6:00pm. The private tour can be customized to meet your specific interests. Monument visits are optional and can be decided upon with your guide. There will be time during the day to have lunch.

2020 Prices and other info:

Tour price for 1-3 People in a Sedan

  • US $405 – Daily (start time at 9:00am / return at 6:00pm)

Tour price for 4-7 People in a Minivan

  • US $530 – Daily (start time at 9:00am / return at 6:00pm)

All tours:

  • Price includes a tour with a licensed guide/driver with transportation for 9 hours
  • Price does not include meals or entrance fees (if any), which are extra
  • Vehicles are insured, as required by Portuguese law
  • Common languages available: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French
  • Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the client
  • Prices are subject to change

Note: Guide/driver is not authorized to conduct tours inside of monuments or museums.

Photo credit: © Christopher Pappas · All rights reserved / Photo of Basilica of Santa Luzia (Viana do Castelo)

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.

Filed Under: Portugal, Private Tours (Portugal) Tagged With: Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, Porto (Private Tours) Day Trips, Viana do Castelo

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