Can I take a large group?

Yes! Day trips are fully customizable to suit the needs of any private group. From solo travelers to large families with children and even corporate groups, we are ready to create a bespoke itinerary that accommodates parties of all sizes. The price is dependent on the number of vehicles required to serve your group, and we also provide child seats.

Will my driver speak English?

Your friendly, professional, local driver will speak English. Our drivers are happy to provide any local insight they can on the way to your destination and may be able to answer questions and provide tips for the best possible experience on your day trip.

Can I request children’s car seats for the journey?

Yes, we provide car seats for children of all ages, which meet stringent safety standards and local legal requirements. You can even bring your own car seat. We also have handicapped-accessible vehicles available for a wide range of needs for our passengers. When booking your day trip, please specify the accommodations you will need.

Can I pay securely online?

Yes, Daytrip offers flexible payment options. We accept Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Ali Pay. You also can pay securely online with any major credit card, such as Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

Booking your day trip is as easy as our one-way and return trips! On the landing page of the day trip you’d like to take, simply select the date, pick up time, and how many adults and children will be on the trip. On the second page, you’ll fill in personal details, including any special requests, disability accommodations, and children’s car seats you may need. We are flexible too! You can change your exact pick-up location (hotel address, etc) up to 24 hours before your day trip.

Excursions d'une journée Pays Portugal SamodaesSamodaes to Vila Real and Mateus Palace: Private day trip

Samodaes to Vila Real and Mateus Palace: Private day trip

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Trajet privé avec un chauffeur local

5h 15m

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À propos de votre voyage

Travel from Samodães with a private driver to the noble streets of Vila Real and the tranquil beauty of Mateus Palace, where gardens bloom and history breathes in stone and still water. This round trip pairs cultural richness with vineyard views, offering a perfect blend of aristocratic heritage and Douro Valley charm.

Dedicate 90 minutes to Vila Real, visiting São Pedro Church and local shops at your own pace. Then, a 10-minute drive leads to Mateus Palace for another 90 minutes exploring the manicured grounds and tasting Mateus rosé (optionally) at your leisure. Your professional driver orchestrates a compact 4–5 hour escape from Samodães, managing all the navigation and logistics to ensure a seamless and comfortable journey.

Exclusivement pour vous : véhicule privé et chauffeur professionnel

Découvrez des informations locales que vous ne trouverez pas dans les guides

Découvrez la liberté d'explorer à votre propre rythme

Parfaitement planifié pour les familles, les amis ou les voyageurs en solo

À partir de 93 €

Balade en groupe privé

par personne

Sélectionnez la date et les voyageurs

Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant l'heure de votre prise en charge.

Pour un groupe de 1 à 3 voyageursTotal279 €

À quoi s'attendre

Votre excursion commence où que vous soyez

Rencontrez notre chauffeur professionnel là où vous préférez à Samodaes à l'heure qui vous convient le mieux. Pas de temps perdu pour rejoindre le point de ramassage, prenez votre sac et commencez votre voyage immédiatement.

Découvrez plus avec l'expertise locale

Les connaissances locales de votre chauffeur donneront le ton de votre Daytrip. Un café caché ici, un restaurant incontournable là-bas ; des conseils d'initiés que vous adorerez partager plus tard. Ce n'est pas une visite guidée, mais votre trajet sera riche en histoires et découvertes en cours de route. Et tout au long de la journée, votre chauffeur sera disponible pour vous selon vos besoins, prêt à vous assister, heureux de vous aider, rendant votre voyage sans stress.

Explorez à votre propre rythme

Enjoy a stress-free route with total flexibility at each stop. Your driver handles the navigation and suggests attractions that match your interests to help you create a day that's uniquely yours.

Parfait pour tout groupe privé

Que vous voyagiez seul, en famille avec des enfants, ou en grand groupe, ce service est conçu pour votre confort et votre flexibilité. C'est l'option idéale surtout si vous avez peu de temps ou un emploi du temps chargé.

Bon à savoir

Transfert privé en voiture aller-retour
Véhicule climatisé
Prise en charge et dépose personnalisées
Chauffeur professionnel anglophone
Eau en bouteille offerte
Annulation gratuite 24 heures avant le départ
Les billets d'entrée/admission pour les attractions payantes Vila Real, Mateus Palace, St. Anthony's viewpoint et Terraced Vineyards of the Douro Valley doivent être achetés séparément sauf indication contraire
Les repas, les collations et les pourboires ne sont pas inclus

À partir de 93 €

Balade en groupe privé

par personne

Sélectionnez la date et les voyageurs

Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant l'heure de votre prise en charge.

Pour un groupe de 1 à 3 voyageursTotal279 €

Votre voyage en un coup d'œil

Commencez à Samodaes

Vous choisissez le point de ramassage.

Vila Real

N'hésitez pas à explorer à votre propre rythme et à découvrir

Arrêt : 1 h 30 min - entrée non incluse

Granite elegance and lilac gardens meet mountain air and noble flavors in timeless Vila Real. Cradled between mountains and vineyards, Vila Real whispers of nobility and nature in perfect balance. Begin your visit in the Centro Historico, where granite manors and wrought-iron balconies speak of centuries past, and bakeries tempt with local sweets. Then stroll to the Igreja de Sao Domingos and onward to the UTAD Botanical Garden, where native plants bloom beside mountain views. End at the nearby Mateus Palace & Gardens, or take in sweeping panoramas from Miradouro da Vila Velha or Meia Laranja. Before you go, try local ham, goat cheese, and a glass of Douro wine — it’s Vila Real on a plate.

Mateus Palace

N'hésitez pas à explorer à votre propre rythme et à découvrir

Arrêt : 1 h 30 min - entrée non incluse

A palace of still waters, sculpted gardens, and noble silence — where time slows in elegance. With its Baroque facade reflected in tranquil ponds, Mateus Palace is one of Portugal’s most iconic estates. Walk through carved ceilings, antique furniture, and a breathtaking library, while outside, sculpted hedges, rose gardens, and lemon trees scent the air. The experience is both regal and deeply serene.

St. Anthony's viewpoint (point photo)

Nous nous arrêterons à ce parfait endroit pour prendre des photos – prenez un moment pour capturer la vue !

Arrêt : 20 min - entrée non incluse

Take in sweeping vistas of Vila Real’s rooftops, mountain peaks, and winding valleys.

Terraced Vineyards of the Douro Valley (passer par)

Vous passerez par ce magnifique endroit – assurez-vous de prendre un moment pour profiter de la vue en chemin !

As you drive, catch glimpses of the Douro River, winding through vineyard-covered hills like a ribbon of gold.

Retour à Samodaes

Nous vous ramènerons à votre point de départ.

La durée des arrêts peut être modifiée sur demande après la réservation

Avez-vous des questions ou besoin d'aide ?Contactez notre service client. Nous sommes disponibles 24h/24 et 7j/7

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Know more about your day trip

Mateus Palace stands out for its distinctive baroque architecture featuring ornate granite facades, intricate pinnacles, and a dramatic staircase. Unlike many European palaces, it remains privately owned by the Counts of Mateus while still allowing public access. During your 90-minute visit, you'll discover its famous formal gardens with cypress tunnel, boxwood hedges, and reflective pool that creates the iconic image featured on Mateus Rose wine bottles.

The palace interior tour showcases elaborately carved wooden ceilings, period furniture, religious paintings, Chinese porcelain, and a remarkable 16th-century library with rare books. You'll explore the dining hall, bedrooms, and chapel, all preserved with original furnishings. The guided tour provides insights into Portuguese aristocratic life and the palace's 300-year history as you spend part of your 90-minute visit inside this living museum.

During your 90-minute Vila Real visit, explore the historic center with its medieval streets, the 14th-century Sao Domingos Church, and the Vila Velha district with traditional architecture. Don't miss the ornate Capela Nova church with blue azulejo tiles, and perhaps visit the Vila Real Museum to learn about local history. The city also offers excellent pastry shops serving regional specialties like "cristas de galo" and "covilhetes."

Photography without flash is permitted in most areas of the palace's exterior and gardens, making it ideal for capturing the baroque architecture and formal gardens. However, photography is restricted in certain interior rooms to protect delicate artifacts and furnishings. Your guide will inform you of specific photography rules during your visit. The gardens and exterior facade offer the most iconic photo opportunities.

While Mateus Palace appears on the label of the famous Mateus Rose wine bottle, the palace doesn't produce this wine. The image was licensed to Sogrape Vinhos in 1942 when they created the internationally successful rose. The palace does maintain vineyards and produces limited quantities of quality Douro DOC wines under the Casa de Mateus label, which you may be able to sample during your 90-minute visit.

The formal gardens are considered among Portugal's finest examples of baroque landscape design. Features include meticulously trimmed boxwood hedges forming intricate patterns, a cedar tunnel, a reflective water pool that mirrors the palace facade, and seasonal flowers. The grounds also include a lake, rose garden, and woodland areas. These diverse garden elements provide beautiful settings for photography during your visit.

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Questions fréquemment posées

Si vous avez des questions, voici les réponses.

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.

Excursions d'une journée Pays Portugal SamodaesSamodaes to Vila Real and Mateus Palace: Private day trip