Lisbon to Porto
Obidos - The walled city of Óbidos, nestled in the heart of western Portugal and surrounded by hills, sits atop a cliff.
Strolling through its streets, one encounters remnants of ancient civilizations at every turn. From each corner, garden, and facade, spanning from the old medina to Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque influences, this town is a living, breathing work of art. The heritage of bygone eras, blended with local culture, imparts a unique essence of Portugal to this town.
Alcobaca - The greatest love story in Portugal is enshrined in this world heritage monument within the town. Nearly 1,000 years old, this Gothic monument and its historical significance, including the tombs of the two lovers, make it a must-visit for anyone in Portugal.
Nazare - Known worldwide for its massive waves, Nazare offers more than just surfing. Before Our Lady of Fatima appeared to the three young shepherds, Nazare was the foremost pilgrimage site in Portugal. Notable explorers like Vasco da Gama and Pedro Alvares Cabral came here to pray before embarking on their voyages of discovery. Come and uncover its allure.
Vila Nova de Gaia - The best view of Porto is from Gaia, specifically from Serra do Pilar, the city that faces Porto from across the river.
Porto - We’ll conclude our first day with a drop-off at your hotel in Porto or Gaia.
Porto to Lisbon
Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral) - Our first walking tour in Porto begins here. You’ll have the chance to admire the exterior of the Cathedral while we park the car.
Sao Bento Railway Station - This renowned train station, considered one of the most beautiful in the world, features walls adorned with scenes from Portuguese history.
Rua das Flores - We’ll traverse this famous street that links the city’s upper part with downtown Porto.
Cais da Ribeira - This iconic riverside area is the city’s most attractive and enjoyable spot. You’ll have some time here while we head uphill to retrieve the car and take you to the top of the city for a brief walking tour featuring “Clérigos, Lello, and Carmo.”
Livraria Lello - This famous bookstore is rumored to have inspired J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter library. Usually, there’s a long line to enter, so it’s up to you if you want to wait. We recommend viewing it from the outside. This is part of our second walking tour.
Torre dos Clerigos - One of Porto’s iconic landmarks, this famous tower is near Lello and Carmo and is included in our second walking tour.
Igreja do Carmo - This beautiful, tile-covered church is part of our second walking tour and is close to Lello and Clérigos. The world record curiosity “smallest house in the world” is also here. Again, entering is optional.
Porto - Another sightseeing tour by van will cover most of the city. We’ll then depart from Porto to Fatima.
Fatima - On the way back from Porto to Lisbon, we’ll stop to visit the world-famous Shrine of Fatima, where Our Lady of the Rosary appeared to the three young shepherds.
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Insurance required by Portuguese authorities
- Guided Tours
- food and beverages
- hotel
Embarking on a private tour from Lisbon to Porto and returning to Lisbon is a distinct method to explore a significant segment of Portugal. Traveling from an ancient town to witnessing the enormous waves that mirror Portugal’s most profound love story.
Experience the renowned locations in Porto and the historical and religious richness of the Shrine of Fatima.
With this personalised excursion, you can enjoy undivided attention from your guide.
Should your group exceeds 14 individuals, feel free to reach out to Viator and we will gladly provide additional guides and vans as required.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
