Location: Ponte de Lima
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Ponte de Lima (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpõt(ɨ) ðɨ ˈlimɐ]), is the oldest vila (chartered town, head of a municipality) in Portugal. It is part of the district of Viana do Castelo. The population in 2011 was 43,498, in an area of 320.25 km². The town proper has about 2,800 inhabitants.
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1. Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Minho Full-Day Tour includes the visit to Braga and Bom Jesus Sanctuary, followed a short stop at the medieval village of Ponte de Lima, before lunch in Arcos de Valdevez. In the afternoon we will proceed with a guided tour to the Brejoeira Palace and Vinho Verde Estate in the Monção Region. Before returning to Porto we will stop at Viana do Castelo to visit the city center and taste the famous "Bolas de Berlim" in the city center. Highlights: • Full-day Minho tour from Porto with an expert guide • Visit to the city of Braga with tasting of local sweets • Visit to Bom Jesus Sanctuary • Visit to Ponte de Lima • Regional lunch in Arcos de Valdevez • Guided visit to the Brejoeira Palace, a Vinho Verde landmark for wine-tasting • Visit to Viana do Castelo
Inclusions: Visit to Braga city center, Tasting of local sweets in Braga, Visit to Bom Jesus Sanctuary, Regional Lunch in the medieval village of Ponte de Lima, Visit to Viana do Castelo and Santa Luzia Sanctuary, Photo & Video, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By ny_music_gal
This review is YEARS in the making (so long ago that Tripadvisor won't let me select the correct year)! On our trip to Porto in August 2018, we wanted to take a trip to the Douro region and found Pedro with North-on-Wheels and selected the Charm Douro tour. He organized the most INCREDIBLE experience we could have ever imagined! We still talk about this trip and what an amazing day Pedro planned for us. Before our trip even started, Pedro communicated with us about our food preferences, the best days for the tour (weather), and so much more. Our day started at 8 am with Pedro picking us up in a beautiful air-conditioned Mercedes van, which we had all to ourselves! He then took us to Amarante where we visited São Gonçalo church and the old bridge, and after, we sat down and had some local pastries and coffee with Pedro. Afterwards, we toured Favaios estate cellars and had a delicious regional lunch. We also went to the Mateus Palace for a guided tour around the estate and grounds. Our day did not end there, we had a private two-hour boat cruise down the Douro river with a tasting menu of typical Portuguese food and Douro wines, hosted by Jorge. After the boat cruise, Pedro picked us up from the marina and took us back to our hotel (over a 10+ hr day). Not only was this the most spectacular day, Pedro was a wonderful guide! Everything we did was included in the package price and Pedro organized everything. He also made sure to stop and take a lot of photos of us throughout the day, which he sent us after our trip. Thank you, Pedro (and Jorge!) for the most magnificent and memorable day!
2. Alto Minho - Dive Deep In The Alto Minho
After a morning pick-up at your hotel in Porto, meet your private guide and feel in a comfortable vehicle. With all the exclusivity and privacy, head towards the north of Portugal, go to the beautiful Viana do Castelo. Enjoy as impressive views of the city, the historic center before going to Ponte de Lima, for lunch. After an unforgettable lunch we will visit the oldest Portugal village.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel/local pick-up and drop-off, Bottled water, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Privacy and Exclusivity tour, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
3. Valença, Ponte de Lima & Viana do Castelo: Private Tour from Porto
Full Day Tour to uncover Alto Minho Region! Visit 3 unique vilages in the north of Portugal: Valença, Ponte de Lima, and Viana do Castelo. Accompanied by en expert driver/guide you'll explore the cities corners, know more about the regions, take time to get in touch with the customs, traditions, and flavors of those northern cities.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By W9073EVverak
Went on this tour last October, and had a wonderful experience! Silvia was our guide and she was so amazingly sweet and thoughtful. We travelled with a french couple and she literally explained everything in two languages: French and English. Not only is that extremely nice, I can only imagine the energy that takes :) The whole experience of driving through Douro, the wines, the people we spoke to and the delicious wines we could taste: would definitely recommend. Love, Dennis & Vera from the Netherlands
4. Camino de Santiago - Portuguese Way - 205 km - Guimarães
Discover the Camino de Santiago by bicycle, along the Portuguese Way starting from Guimarães! We invite you to do with us the Camino de Santiago by the main route used by the Portuguese people, the Portuguese Way, which runs along the same route as the old royal road between Oporto and Valença, a city on the border with Spain. The pilgrimages to Santiago date back to the 9th century, when the tomb of the Apostle Santiago the Greater was discovered. Since then, people from all over the world have ventured into various and different ways, taking risks and deprivations to visit and venerate Santiago. It will be a pleasant trip along 205 kilometers by rails, paths and roads that will take us from Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, to Santiago de Compostela, one of the main centers of Christianity. Our priorities are your satisfaction, comfort, and safety so you will make the tour on mountain bikes with and without total suspension, of the latest models from reputed brands.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, 4 days full guided tour, Mountain Bike mid range versions and helmet, 5 nights in a double room, Breakfast during the trip, 3 diners “á la carte” with drinks ( wine considered a responsible and moderate consumption), 3 lunches (Pilgrim menu), 1 lunch “á la carte” with drinks ( wine considered a responsible and moderate consumption), Cycling Jersey, 4 days bike maintenance and servicing, Luggage transfers between hotels, Transfer from Oporto airport to Guimarães, Transfer from Santiago to Oporto airport or Guimarães on the arrival day or next day., 24h support car/van , Personal accident insurance during the bike tour, Liability insurance during the bike tour
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Reviewed By carolienm682
Loved the bike tour through Guimarães. I am a beginner with mtb biking and with a little sweat I made the 20 km. Thanks for the experience. Carolien
5. Private Ponte de Lima Charming City Tour with Wine-tastings and Typical Lunch
Visit one oldest and charming towns of northern Portugal. Sit on the southern banks of the slow-flowing Lima River, where the Romans constructed a bridge in 1AD. During the early Roman rule of Portugal, they believed that the Lima River was the Lethe River, one of the Underworld Rivers of Hades. They were fearful as they believed that anyone who immersed in its waters would lose their mind to Oblivion. Its heritage is composed by delightful assortment of ancient houses, pretty plazas and grand religious buildings. The Lima Valley is the native home of Loureiro grapes, and these are used to produce the region’s light and refreshing Vinho Verdes wines, whose belong to one demarcated region of Portugal. Among the traditional gastronomic dishes, the rice of Sarrabulho, is the fashion of Ponte de Lima and the Naco de Minhota are the main highlight of this gastronomic discovery. If you prefer the fish, accept the region's invitation and enjoy typical dishes such as Lamprey or Onion Cod.
Inclusions: Visit to Quinta do Ameal with 3 Table Wines tastings (White, Red and Reserve) , Gourmet Lunch with Green wine. , Personal accident and liability insurance. , Our chauffeurs have knowledge and ethics required for confidential business matters, Our chauffeurs provide a concierge service for any requirements., Our executive vehicles provide Wi-Fi, bottled water, refreshments and a relaxing atmosphere. , Live tour commentary provided in English, Spanish and Portuguese
Exclusions: Admission to venues & attractions along the tour route., Gratuities are not included and is left to individual discretion.
Reviewed By Dt345123
Carlos died us around Porto. Very knowledgeable. Have us insights, history, places to eat and excellent places to set after the tour. Highly recommend.
6. Green Wine Region Tour: Wine Tastings & Lunch
Green is the color that stands out most in the vast landscape that runs between the Douro River and the Minho River, especially the humid microclimate that makes this region with the perfect conditions for the cultivation of various grape varieties of green wine among them the famous grape variety: Alvarinho.
Inclusions: Lunch, Visit Green Wine Farm, Green Wine Tastings, Visit to the Potter Crafts, Live Guided Tour, Bottled water, Wi-Fi inside the vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Trek604418
This was a brilliant day out visiting different wineries and port houses in the Douro Valley. We liked all the places we visited and learned a lot about the history and methods of port and wine making. We loved the river trip and lunch in a small town restaurant. It was great to get out into the countryside and be chauffeured around without worrying about anything. Our guide was really charming and knowledgeable – we asked a lot of questions about all sorts of topics and he was very willing to have a good conversation and seemed to know everything. The other people on our tour were lovely and we actually met some of them in town and had a drink a couple of days later.
7. Green Wine Route in Viana do Castelo with Traditional Lunch
In the northwest of Portugal, the Rota dos Vinhos Verdes takes us through a landscape that is also green in color, divided into small villages that occupy the entire region of Minho and that extends south of the Vouga River. The green wine, unique in the world, its name will be linked to the predominant color of the region in which it is produced or to the characteristic acidity, as if the grapes were harvested green. However, white or red, it is a light wine that is drunk fresh and goes well with fish and seafood.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Restroom on board
Reviewed By chouc2020
Beautiful day with a very nice tour guide everybody is respecting the safety distance everything clean and sanitized. Celebrating my birthday in douro valey is one of the best things that happened in my life. I recommend this tour company i give 10 out of 10
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