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15 Day Trips from Porto, Back by Dinner

173 tours  ·  from $23 a head

From one Porto hotel you can reach a castle town, a canal city, a granite gorge and the Douro terraces and be back for dinner. These 15 are sorted by what they cost, how far they drive and how early they leave.

From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch - Peso da Régua, the valley’s working wine town
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From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

1.Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19,061 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $82Our pick

Travel from Porto through the Douro Valley for wine tastings at a historic cooperative and a second wine cellar or shop, a paired lunch, and a one-hour river cruise. Expect vineyard views, a scenic drive on the N222 and a guide speaking Portuguese, French or English. Pickup may be available from your Porto accommodation.

“This excursion was absolutely amazing! My husband and I traveled to Portugal for our honeymoon in late October 2025 and we had a fantastic experience on this Douro Valley tour and we're not very big into drinking wine, but we had so much fun at the tastings! Ricardo was an excellent guide and extremely knowledgeable. He kept the day fun and lively and we felt we were in great hands with him! Our driver was also so friendly and very safe. We highly recommend booking this tour if you're ever in Porto!”

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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip - Braga: cathedral, cafés and a proper lunch break
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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

2.Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,951 reviews · 9 hours · from $59

Travel from Porto through the Minho region to Braga and Guimarães, with a guide, minibus transport and entry to three major sights included. Expect medieval streets, Portugal’s oldest cathedral, Bom Jesus’s monumental staircase and time for lunch and independent exploring. Guides vary; Tânia, Pedro, Castro and Carlos have led recent departures.

“Slimmy was a great guide. Knowledgeable and passionate about the subject.”

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Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, Cruise and Lunch from Porto - Lunch with time to sit down
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Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, Cruise and Lunch from Porto

3.Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, Cruise and Lunch from Porto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,645 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Porto into the Douro Valley by air-conditioned coach, with a guide, scenic stops, two Port tastings, lunch and a one-hour Douro River cruise. Guides such as Ricardo, Milena, Manuela and Miguel have led departures, though the guide and winery visits can vary. The full-day tour lasts about 10.5 hours and costs $84.65 per person.

“This was one of the best excursions we’ve experienced in several trips to Europe. Our guide Miguel and driver made a terrific team. Miguel was very engaging and knowledgeable. Our entire group of six completely enjoyed the day”

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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto - Braga Cathedral and a free-time pause
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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

4.Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,552 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $71

Leave Porto by air-conditioned minibus for Braga and Guimarães, two northern cities central to Portugal’s story. See Bom Jesus’s water-powered funicular and grand staircase, enter Braga Cathedral and Guimarães Castle, and walk Guimarães’s UNESCO-listed old town. Your English-speaking guide leads the day, though a second language may also be used.

“Trip had good pacing, proper amount of time per stop. Lunch break in Guimaraes was good to walk around the old town.”

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From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat - Lunch with Douro views
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From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat

5.2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,318 reviews · from $127

Follow WSET-certified guides from Porto to family-run estates in Vinho Verde and the Douro. Taste 11 wines, enjoy a country breakfast and chef-prepared lunch, watch a sommelier open Vintage Port with fire, then cruise the Douro for an hour near Pinhão.

“Fantastic day out with George, Phillip and Pedro. They were very knowledgeable about the wines and the Douro area. They looked after everyone making sure that we were enjoying ourselves and were the perfect hosts. The food and wines were amazing and our group singalongs on the transport made it an unforgettable day. Book this trip. You will not be disappointed.”

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From Porto: Tastings at 2 Wineries, Chef's Lunch & Boat Tour - Meeting the wine families
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From Porto: Tastings at 2 Wineries, Chef’s Lunch & Boat Tour

6.Tastings at 2 Wineries, Chef’s Lunch & Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,784 reviews · from $153

From Porto, travel by van to the Douro Valley for a guided river cruise with snacks and drinks, visits to two small family wineries, 11 wine tastings, and a farm-to-table lunch. A certified sommelier opens a Vintage Port with fire. Guides such as João, Jorge, and Pietro have led the day, though your guide may vary.

“The entire tour was incredibly fun. We were split into groups of 7–8, with each group assigned a tour guide for the day. Our guide (and designated driver), Pedro, was a super nice guy—very knowledgeable and engaging. Once we reached the boat, our guide, Lily, and the captain, Rui, kept us entertained with wine and fascinating stories about the history of the Douro Valley. The two wineries offered wonderful wine, and we enjoyed our lunch at the second winery. The views were also stunning. After a day of bottomless wine and delicious food, we returned to our hotel safe and sound. 10/10 for the A Day in Douro team—they clearly…”

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From Porto: Douro Valley with Wineries, Lunch and Boat Trip - Lunch in Tabuaço, with time to sit down
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From Porto: Douro Valley with Wineries, Lunch and Boat Trip

7.Douro Valley with Wineries, Lunch and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,621 reviews · from $171

Spend 10 hours travelling from Porto into the Douro Valley by van, with two winery visits, Port and wine tastings, a regional lunch, and a 50-minute river cruise. Groups are limited to eight. Guides named on past outings include João, Alex, Rita, and Jorge, but your guide is not guaranteed.

“Our guide, Rita was extremely care, attentive but discreet. The transport was very safe and comfortable. The food , wine and scenery were amazing and the trip was perfect. Thank you and well recommended!”

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Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride - Aveiro’s canals from a moliceiro
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Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride

8.Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,522 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $55

Travel from Porto to Aveiro and Costa Nova with a guide, then cruise Aveiro’s canals aboard a traditional moliceiro boat. The four-hour tour includes time to see Costa Nova’s striped fishermen’s houses and try Aveiro’s ovos moles, though stops are brief. Depart in the morning or afternoon, with transport, a guide, and the boat ride included.

“This is a nice excursion. It was nice to see some Portugal countryside while riding on the bus. The boat ride in Aveiro was quaint. Our guide on the boat was informative and engaging. We really enjoyed Costa Nova because of its' charm. The time spent at each location was good.”

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Santiago de Compostela Full-Day Tour From Porto - Santiago: cathedral, pilgrims, and old lanes
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Santiago de Compostela Full-Day Tour From Porto

9.Santiago de Compostela Full-Day Tour From Porto

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,036 reviews · 10 hours · from $93

Ride from Porto to Santiago de Compostela with a guide such as Susana, Paulo, or Miguel, then spend about three and a half hours for the cathedral, old streets, and lunch. On the return, explore the fortress town of Valença do Minho. The day lasts about 10 hours, with transport included and lunch extra.

“Trip was very nice. Diogo, our guide, was great and very enthusiastic. Van was clean and comfortable, which is good because the trip is long. Santiago is a wonderful city to visit.”

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Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Cruise - A first look at Aveiro near the fish market
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Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Cruise

10.Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 963 reviews · from $52

Travel from Porto to Aveiro with a guide, see the fish market square and old center, then take a 45-minute ride on a traditional moliceiro boat. The trip also stops at Costa Nova, known for its brightly striped houses. Expect a compact schedule, about an hour in each town, and up to 27 people in your group.

“Amazing!!! Maria and Marcia were incredible guides and shared so much information about the history of Porto and Aveiro!”

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From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 Footbridge - Crossing the Arouca 516 above the Paiva River
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From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 Footbridge

11.Aveiro, Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 Footbridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 957 reviews · from $142

Spend 10.5 hours outside Porto with an English-speaking guide and a group capped at eight. Cross the 516-metre Arouca footbridge, walk the downhill Paiva boardwalk, eat a traditional lunch, then visit Costa Nova and take a canal boat ride in Aveiro. Guides on different departures have included Dani, Tomas, Mauro and Phillip.

“Small numbers, great mix of activities and locations and the guide Tomas made the while experience very enjoyable. Highly recommend this day trip.”

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Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto - Lunch and the second winery near Peso da Régua
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Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

12.Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 948 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199Top rated

Travel from Porto in a group of up to eight, visit two family-run Douro wineries, and enjoy tastings, a traditional lunch, and a one-hour boat trip with snacks and a drink. Guides such as Leo, Rita, Bruno, and Leonardo have led past outings, but your guide may vary. Allow about nine and a half hours for the day.

“Wine tour was very well organised and everyone (the guides and visitors) were very warm and kind. We learned more about Portuguese culture, the region and their wines.”

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From Porto: Peneda-Gerês National Park Tour with Lunch - Waterfalls, rock paths and a cold swim
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From Porto: Peneda-Gerês National Park Tour with Lunch

13.Peneda-Gerês National Park Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 886 reviews · from $114

Spend 10 hours exploring Peneda-Gerês National Park in a vintage Land Rover with an English-speaking local guide and a group of up to eight. Take short walks to waterfalls and swimming spots, visit a traditional village, and sit down to a Portuguese lunch with wine. Guides have included Mariana, Cata and Nuno; your guide will vary.

“We spent a wonderful day with Diogo. It had to be altered due to weather but we did not feel we missed out at all. We had a lovely time.”

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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença - Lunch in Santiago: allow time to choose
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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

14.Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 883 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Leave Porto at 7:30 am by minibus for Santiago de Compostela, where you can explore the old town and cathedral at your own pace. Your guide shares history en route, then leads a visit to Valença’s fortress on the way back to Portugal. Guides have included Susana, Orlando, Paul and Pedro.

“Very comfortable tour car Suzan has been great and professional I can recon this yo my friends Sue explained us while she drive”

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From Porto: Off-Road Buggy Adventure - First Stop: A View Across the Porto Hills
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From Porto: Off-Road Buggy Adventure

15.Off-Road Buggy Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 851 reviews · 3 hours

Take a guided, three-hour buggy ride through the hills and rural roads outside Porto. You’ll stop for views, explore the Roman ruins of Castro Mozinho, and visit Quintandona, a preserved village built in schist. Buggies are available for two or four people, and optional pickup is offered at several Porto and Gaia locations.

“amazing time the guides were very friendly. had a blast would absolutely do it again”

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