Samodaes to Porto: Private, guided full-day tour
Private tour with a local expert
8h 30mRound tripPrivate group
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About your trip
From Samodaes to vibrant Porto, this full-day escape winds through terraced wine country and into Portugal’s cultural capital. With a private guide, discover baroque landmarks, tiled churches, riverside life, and port wine charm, before a relaxing return drive through the rolling Douro Valley — the perfect blend of scenery, history, and soul.
Exclusively yours: A premium experience for your group only
Insider insight: Local tips and stories you won’t find online
Perfect balance: Expert guidance with freedom to explore
Ideal for all travelers: Families, friends, or solo adventurers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet your guide right where you prefer in Samodaes whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your guide is both your expert behind the wheel and knowledgeable host throughout the day. They’ll manage the day’s itinerary, share stories and local knowledge, and make each moment along the route feel richer. At every stop, they’re by your side.Guided experience with space to explore
Allocate five hours exploring the medieval riverfront, Se Cathedral, and perhaps the Sao Bento train station’s splendid azulejo tiles. Your guide, who is also a professional driver, handles the 1.5-hour ride each way, ensuring an enriching deep dive into Porto’s cultural tapestry from Samodaes.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Private professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Attraction admission details specified in the itinerary section below
- Official guided tours inside attractions in Porto, Mateus Palace, and Terraced Vineyards of the Douro Valley can be purchased separately - inform us in advance for itinerary planning
From €197
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€591
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Samodaes
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Porto
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 5 hours - admission not included






2
Mateus Palace (photo spot)
We’ll stop at this perfect photo spot – take a moment to capture the view!
Stop: 20 min - admission not included


Baroque beauty reflected in mirror-like ponds, the Casa de Mateus estate is a striking and serene photo stop.
Terraced Vineyards of the Douro Valley (pass by)
You’ll pass by this stunning spot – be sure to take a moment to enjoy the view along the way!


Glide past vineyard terraces etched into the hills — a living mosaic of wine and time along the Douro.
Back to Samodaes
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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