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Embark on an unforgettable private transfer from Porto to Lisbon with a knowledgeable guide, combining convenience and discovery. Along the way, choose any two of the following captivating destinations to explore: the charming canals of Aveiro, the historic allure of Coimbra, the impressive Batalha Monastery, the spiritual heart of Fátima, or the enchanting medieval streets of Óbidos. Enjoy personalized insights, stunning landscapes, and the comfort of a private car as you uncover Portugal’s hidden gems. This journey offers the perfect blend of seamless travel and unforgettable experiences.

Destination

Porto, Portugal

Category

Day Trips

Duration

9 hours

Transport mode

Car

Available languages

English, Español, Português, Français

Included

• Private guide
• Transfer by car
• All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions
• Lunch

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 6 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Guest pick up in Porto - Porto to start your journey

   View on Maps

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Leaving Porto

   Meet your local guide at your accommodation and leave Porto, ready for the first stop!

4. Local Gems

   Check out 2 amazing places like Aveiro, Nazaré, Fatima and Óbidos through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about

5. Cultural Contrasts

   Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit them, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Porto. Discover how much traditions and architecture can change from one city to another and how they complement each other

6. Arriving in Lisbon

   Arrive in Lisbon and get dropped off at your accommodation. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Taylor🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

5 June 2025

Gustavo transferred us from Porto to Lisbon so we could make the most of our travel day. We stopped in Coimbra and Batalha. Gustavo was knowledgeable, energetic, interesting, funny and friendly. He was communicative and punctual, but also very flexible. Today could’ve been. Wasted day for us, but Gustavo made it one of the favorite days of our trip. We are so thankful and will definitely use him again when we come back to Porto! An amazing day with Gustavo!

Jaimie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

18 May 2025

Gustavo's tour was excellent. He was super knowledgeable and engaging. We learned a lot, laughed a lot, and ate good food. Would definitely recommend.Wonderful Tour!

Amy

(About local Gustavo)

28 April 2025

Gustavo was an excellent tour guide for my trip from Porto to Lisbon. He arrived on time and his car was immaculate and very comfortable. We visited Fatima and the Monastery of Batalha, which was breathtaking. Gustavo was informative and fun! Being a solo traveler, I was happy to have a driver I felt safe with. He was a pleasure to spend the day with. My travels with Gustavo

Thomas🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Gustavo)

6 June 2025

Mein Frau und ich hatten einen tollen Tag im Douro-Tal mit Gustavo, der uns in seiner komfortablen Mercedes E-Klasse sicher und souverän zu den schönen und ruhigen Orten im Douro-Tal brachte. Dank seiner Auswahl mussten wir uns nirgends die Orte mit anderen Touristengruppen teilen, meistens waren wir sogar für uns allein. Am beeindruckendsten war es, ganz allein auf der großen Terrasse von „Quinta do Seixo“ (Sandemann) zu sitzen und bei einem leckeren Port Tonic die Ruhe und den wunderbaren Blick auf den Douro zu genießen. Auch die spätere Weinprobe auf dem Weingut „Quinta da Pacheca“ konnten wir in aller Ruhe im Schatten von Bäumen genießen. Am Ende der Tour hat Gustavo noch einen außerplanmäßigen Abstecher nach Amarante gemacht, wo wir erneut ohne andere Touristen den Blick von der malerischen Brücke genießen und die dortige Kirche besichtigen konnten. Gustavo gibt einem das Gefühl, nicht von einem klassischen Tourguide begleitet zu werden, sondern von dem „Freund eines Freundes“ (zumindest zu Beginn kennt man sich ja nicht), der einem seine Heimat zeigt und dabei mit seinem Wissen nicht nur über das Douro-Tal und den dortigen Weinanbau, sondern auch über Portugals Geschichte beeindruckt. Gleichzeitig zeigte er auch großes Interesse an dem, was aktuell in Deutschland passiert. Es wurde nie langweilig während der ganzen Tour.Ein toller Tag mit Gustavo im Douro-Tal

Nikki

(About local Helena)

4 June 2025

We really enjoyed our food tour with Helena. She was a super nice lady who we enjoyed spending the afternoon with. She was knowledgeable and easily answered all questions. She knows a lot about the local history and shared it with us. She even accommodated my super picky niece, who doesn't like to try new things by finding a chocolate muffin she would eat. If I ever go back to Porto, I will look up Helena again. Highly recommend! Great afternoon with Helena!

Katy🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

2 June 2025

We spent our first day in Portugal with Gustavo. He arrived to our hotel on time, and took us in his clean comfortable car to theDuoro Valley. We learned a lot of Portuguese history and Port along the way. We stopped for a delicious lunch with amazing wine followed by another winery to try number of Ports. It was super enjoyable. Highly recommend! Delightful day with Gustavo

Susan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

1 June 2025

Carlos was warm, helpful, and able to quickly adjust the tour to what we wanted to see. We loved getting his inside view of Porto and the hidden gems he shared with us. We never would have seen many of the things he shared and also we appreciated his recommendations for restaurants and cafes. Well worth it!Great experience!

Maryann

(About local Gustavo)

29 May 2025

We enjoyed an informative day as well as immersion into the culture of the region. Great wine tastings in beautiful surroundings as well as a memorable lunch stop. Duero Valley at its best

Stephane🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

28 May 2025

Carlos was a very fun guide. He told us about all the local places he likes, the places to go to avoid the tourists and showed us all around the city. He was always very responsive to our questions and we definitely recommend him for your next tourGreat guide

Minou

(About local Carlos)

27 May 2025

We were so lucky to have had Carlos as our guide. He is so well-informed and knows the city so well and was extremely accommodating and professional. We would absolutely have him again as our guide and recommend him highly. Thank you Carlos!Carlos is an excellent guide ...

Olga

(About local Rúben)

26 May 2025

A really interesting tour and walk! Beforehand, Ruben asked what we wanted to see and later admitted that it was a tough challenge — to surprise and engage three adults who actually live in Porto! We wanted to discover something unusual, things we hadn’t seen or heard about before. And Ruben managed to surprise us! He told the stories in a fascinating way, gave a mini history lesson for those of us who needed it (that would be me!), and pointed out little details we’ve passed by many times without ever noticing! We discovered hidden gems that we would’ve never found without Ruben!The walk exceeded our expectations!!

Laura

(About local Carlos)

22 May 2025

A group of six of us planned a private walking tour with Carlos on our first day in Porto. It was time well spent.. He took us to lovely spots around. Porto and telling us a little about the history.. Carlos is a very good storyteller. He was also kind enough to suggest places to see and do and eat while we were spending our time in Porto. Highly recommend this tour and I highly recommend Carlos. Thank you for a lovely afternoon.Perfect start to a holiday.

Missy

(About local Gustavo)

19 May 2025

Absolutely 5 stars for Gustavo! He was an absolute gentleman from start to finish, gracious, warm, and endlessly accommodating. He guided us through the Douro wine valley with a perfect mix of fascinating history, scenic detours, and hidden gems we never would have found on our own. He took us to the most lovely, delicious authentic spot for lunch! We genuinely enjoyed his company, he’s not only a fantastic guide but just a wonderful person to spend the day with. It was truly one of the nicest days we’ve had on our trip. Obrigada, Gustavo! Perfect day in the Douro with Gustavo

Joel🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

(About local Carlos)

18 May 2025

We were so glad that we take this tour on Porto, Carlos was so kind to show us the city in another perspective. Well informed about the history and in side details of the components that make this city so beautiful. Also Carlos advice about restaurants and hidden spots that make this visit one of a kind . Thx CarlosGreat Tour in an Awasome City

Lisa

(About local Gustavo)

13 May 2025

My husband and I landed in Porto the day that Portugal and Spain experienced a complete blackout. We were scheduled to do a five hour city tour with Gustavo and he was going to graciously pick us up from the airport. Thank goodness he had our flight information because he was waiting for us when we got off the plane with a sign with our names. If it wasn't for him picking us up from the airport we would've wasted four hours, trying to get a taxi during the blackout, Even though everything was shut down, he still drove us around to see some of the sites in his car. When he dropped us off, he said if the power came on, he would come and pick us up from our Airbnb and finish the tour which he did. He was easy to be around very knowledgeable and accommodating. He asked us what else we wanted to see the second day and one of the things was visiting the FC Soccer Club, which he took us to. We invited him to dinner that evening and he took us to a local place and ordered for us. Highly recommend Gustavo. I feel like he's a friend of ours now.Gustavo Saves The Day

Suzy and Doug

(About local Luis)

13 May 2025

Luis is warm, friendly, funny and very conscientious about providing a wonderful experience for his clients. We left our time together not only more knowledgeable about this region but also more educated about life in Portugal and its history. We highly recommend With Locals and will definitely return to Porto because of this experience. A very enjoyable day

Yolanda

(About local Gustavo)

12 May 2025

Gustavo took us on a lovely drive through the beautiful Douro Valley and shared many interesting facts about the agricultural history of this region of Portugal. Gustavo is a witty and wonderful conversationalist, quite knowledgeable about his country’s history, and he speaks excellent English. The scenery throughout the drive was spectacular, and we had opportunities to take pictures and ask questions, and every stop along the way was delightful, as was the wine we tasted. We also stopped at a traditional Portuguese restaurant in a quaint and charming little village and ate a delicious meal accompanied by some excellent wine. All in all, we had a marvelous and memorable experience with Gustavo. Delightful time in the Douro Valley

Kristin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Luis)

12 May 2025

Luis was very friendly, knowledgeable, engaging, and has a great sense of humor! We learned so many interesting facts about Portugal, wine, and so much more. We highly recommend Luis, and would love to do another tour with him next time we are in Porto!Fantastic!

Dawn and Scott🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Rúben)

10 May 2025

Ruben was a great host- knew his stuff, lots of interesting stories. Listened to us and tweaked the tour accordingly. A great day in Porto! Great Tour Guide

Trish🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

9 May 2025

Carlos was a superb guide, giving us a wonderful tour of his beautiful and friendly city of Porto. We could not have been more pleased with is professional and friendly approach to our tour throughout this wonderful city! Carlos was a delight!

MICHELE🇺🇸 United States

(About local Helena)

6 May 2025

My friends and I found Helena to be knowledgeable, friendly, and intelligent with an easy-going, approachable manner. And we were very pleased with our tastings.A Tasty Taste of Porto With Helena

Brian🇺🇸 United States

(About local Helena)

4 May 2025

Porto is a fantastic city and Helena is was a terrific guide! As a lifelong resident, Helena provided many personal stories along with a thorough overview of the history of Porto and Portugal. We learned so much about the architecture, the tiles, and the people as we walked through the neighborhoods. We're very happy that we chose her as our guide!So worth it!

Gretchen (Margaret)🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

4 May 2025

We had a great time with Carlos - street art, camera exhibit at former jail and other Porto highlights made for a fun intro to the city. Great Porto insight

Ariane 🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Carlos)

4 May 2025

Abwechslungsreich und interessant!

Chuck🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

2 May 2025

The Douro Valley with Gustavo was not a tour but an immersive experience. Not only was the Douro Valley a beautiful and remarkable feat of ingenuity - picture Switzerland meets Tuscany- Gustavo gives you a wonderful view of history and culture- my favorite experience of my 3 weeks in Spain and Portugal ( food and wine was fabulous as well)Exceptional Experience

Andrew🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Carlos)

1 May 2025

Carlos was a very engaging and knowledgable guide. The tour was exactly as described in that it took us to the main highlights of the city and uncovered one or two spots that we would never have discovered in our own. One of these was a terrace with a wonderful view of the river and we spent a couple of tranquil hours there whilst waiting for a train. Porto with Carlos

Kompanio

(About local Helena)

27 April 2025

Een top bezoek aan Porto, vriendelijke, behulpzame, interessante gids. Gezellige eetadresjes, kortom een fijne ontdekking op een originele manierboek zeker deze gids

Jeanne🇺🇸 United States

(About local Helena)

25 April 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our food tour with Helena. She took us to so many interesting and varied places including the oldest grocery store in Porto and a traditional Futbol club bar, very local! She also shared alot of Porto and Portuguese history with us. She was very personable and has a wealth of knowledge about food and she offers cooking classes in her home as well. We would love to do that on our next visit to Porto. Thank you Helena. So many wonderful tastes

Frances🇺🇸 United States

(About local Helena)

18 April 2025

Helena was a delightful guide. She is cheerful and knowledgeable about Porto and all of Portugal. We had a lovely day and it was a great introduction to Porto. She had many suggestions about restaurants and places to visit on our following day. Highly recommend Helena for a tour.Fun in Porto

Debbie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

16 April 2025

We booked a walking tour with Gustavo our first afternoon in Porto. The weather could have been better but we throughly enjoyed the tour anyway because Gustavo was so informative and engaging. We had such a great time that we asked him to spent the entire next day with us in the Douro Valley. An amazing experience with an amazing guide! He went above and beyond and we will definitely recommend to all of our friends planning travel to this area.Exceptional experience in Porto!

Sophie

(About local Helena)

14 April 2025

The experience with Helena was amazing! We had a great time and enjoyed our day so much. Thanks a lot! Would recommend it to anyone who would like to taste lovely things and get a tour through Porto ☺️Perfect day in Porto

Jancy

(About local Helena)

10 April 2025

Helena is very friendly and amicable. She brought us to places known by the locals and explained the history of the buildings. It has been a good experience with her.

Barbara

(About local Helena)

10 April 2025

Helena was so lovely! She gave a great tour of the market and other places we would not have found or gone to ourselves. She shared lots of local knowledge and history, and was full of enthusiasm for Porto and its food. Would totally recommend booking, especially on your first day in town to get lots of advice on what to do and where to visit. A highlight of our trip! Fabulous!

Barry and Sharon🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

6 April 2025

Gustavo covered all the things we wanted to do. He is so much more than a tour guide — interesting and knowledgeable on so many topics; worked to create special moments for us; and brought a historical and cultural perspective to our day. The highlight of the day was getting off the highway onto the back roads to see different viewpoints and smaller villages.Perfectr day in Duoro Valley

Janice🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

6 April 2025

My husband and I had a fabulous time with Carlos exploring the Old Town! We saw beautiful artworks and sights we never would have seen on our own. Carlos tailored the tour to our interests & even made time for shopping at a local artisan shop and cafe This was such a marvelous experience-I highly recommend Carlos!Must do tour with Carlos!!

Sophie🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Helena)

6 April 2025

We had the absolute pleasure of spending time with Helene, our local guide in Porto, and we couldn't have asked for a more wonderful experience. Helene is not only incredibly kind and warm-hearted, but her passion for food and her love for the beautiful city of Porto truly shine through in everything she does. She introduced us to hidden culinary gems we would have never found on our own—authentic, local places full of soul and flavor. Every stop was a story, every bite an experience, and Helene made it all feel personal and special. We're so grateful for her generosity, her knowledge, and the heartfelt way she shared her city with us. Thank you, Helene, for giving us such unforgettable memories. Porto will always taste a little sweeter because of you! Wonderful experience

Alvaro

(About local Antonio)

5 April 2025

Antonio was the perfect guide, showing us many beautiful places that we would have otherwised not discovered. We were treated to several different delicious culinary treats and beverages (our first Port & Tonic, thanks to Antonio ordering them, was Amazing!). Antonio was such a perfect host and we could clearly see how passionate he is about his home city. His enthusiasm was clear to see and we appreciated Porto more as a result. We will def be coming back! Would highly recommend him as a guide to future visitors. 10/10A Really charming & engaging Tour

Laurens

(About local Rúben)

5 April 2025

Ruben showed us the many different sides of his city. He clearly has a lot of knowledge about history and art. We had already explored the city for a few days but the tour with Ruben made everything come together!A local with knowledge of history and art

Cheryl

(About local Rúben)

4 April 2025

Ruben was so knowledgeable and personable. We throughly enjoyed our time with him. He answered our questions and shared so many things we would never have learned on our own. I highly recommend a tour with Ruben - you will not regret it! Excellent guide!

Unknown

(About local Gustavo)

26 March 2025

Gustavo was amazing. Personable, very knowledgeable, great car, safe driver. He is very interested in curating the day to your interests. Definitely will make your visit special. Great local guide

Shelley🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

25 March 2025

Our group of 4 enjoyed a lovely Day with Gustavo exploring the Duoro Valley. He was right on time picking us up in his new Mercedes wagon. He is an area native and knowledgeable on all points of Portugals history and wine making. Everywhere we went he had friends and colleagues that took good care of us. I believe he designed this day in the Duoro for all of the guides that offer the tour. Gustavo was fun and interesting and congenial spend a day touring this beautiful winemaking region. . Very enjoyable Duoro Day

Jill

(About local Helena)

23 March 2025

Helena was an excellent guide! She met us at the place we are staying making it super easy for us. She is a wealth of information about food in Porto and also about Porto in general. She even shared a map with us showing us great things to do and see. The food and wine were stupendous. We absolutely recommend her!Helena, the amazing food guide!

Alfred

(About local Helena)

22 March 2025

Helena is a truly captivating and inspiring personality, full of warmth, charm, and a deep love for her hometown, Porto. From the very first moment, she welcomed us with genuine joy and open arms, and led us on a journey through the soul and roots of the old, authentic Porto. With her contagious laughter and radiant energy, she brought the city’s hidden corners to life – places we never would have discovered on our own. Her knowledge of history and cultural context is profound, yet she shares it in such a vivid, engaging, and heartfelt way that every story feels alive. The five hours we spent with her flew by like a beautiful dream, filled with discovery, laughter, and heartfelt moments. It was more than a tour – it was a deep, personal immersion into the essence of Porto. We wholeheartedly recommend Helena to anyone wishing to experience Porto not just as a visitor, but through the eyes and heart of someone who truly belongs to this city. A guide like Helena turns a trip into a memory for life.unforgettable experience and adventure

Audrey

(About local Gustavo)

20 March 2025

The best thing about Gustavo is how he seemed like a friend rather than a guide who was showing us around. He also tailored the programme to suit our interests, including ditching a lunch venue at the last minute when he found out my preference for modern cuisine. He’s a fount of knowledge and has an answer to any questions you throw at the man, ranging from history to culture to food. All in all it was a day well spent on sightseeing and learning about the backstory to wine production in Porto.eventful day out in the Duoro Valley

Diane

(About local Helena)

15 March 2025

What a great way to spend 3 hours, relaxed and informative. Not like the traditional tours of rushing round, but went to some off the beaten track places. Also lucky enough to be able to take our dog also 🐾🐾. Helena also helped us to sort the rest of out day and had a wealth of knowledge about the area Perfect porto

Millie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Carlos)

15 March 2025

We really enjoyed our tour our first morning in Porto. Carlos gave us a good overview of the city and lots of recommendations!Great intro!

eva🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Rúben)

9 March 2025

As a family, we had the pleasure of booking a tour with Ruben, and we were very impressed. His extensive knowledge of Porto’s history, architecture, and culture made the experience truly worthwhile. He shared interesting stories in a clear and engaging way. The tour was well-balanced, offering a mix of historical insights, beautiful sights, and hidden gems. Ruben’s passion for his city was evident, and his way of guiding made the experience both informative and enjoyable. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend Ruben to anyone visiting Porto. A great way to discover the city with an excellent guide!Highly Recommended Tour

Susan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gustavo)

4 March 2025

We had a great afternoon with Gustavo, where he introduced us to the sites and history of Porto. What a great way to start our time here as this tour allowed us to get our bearings and determine where we wanted to spend more time. In addition to being a great tour guide, Gustavo was helpful in providing restaurant and wine recommendations. We would recommend his tour of Porto to others as you will get the real history.Great introduction to Porto!

Robert 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Helena)

12 February 2025

I always say "food is the best way to a countries heart" this tour was nothing but the best, Helena was super friendly, energetic and motherly.(I will explained what I mean about this) The tour began learning some history of Portugal and walking on one of the street known for its shopping amount locals. We visited our 1st stop where we got to try a robust flavor of tuna and sardine from a tin. And yes I can see most asking ew from a tin. But this were no ordinary tuna and sardines. They are soaked in olive oil and other herbs. Truly amazing taste, with a side of white wine. HELENA asked if we ate sardines before and if we were ok with the bones. My wife was wiery about it but Helena even offered to debone them for us cause she use to do thay for her kids (motherly) We got to explore tomorrow of the city and made our way to try PORTUGALS cheese at the Bolhao market. To then try some pastel de nata and finally the cachorrinhos. Super delicious!!! I would definitely recommend this tour with Helena !! Best way to begin exploring Porto

mss🇺🇸 United States

(About local Helena)

26 January 2025

Helena did a food tour with my wife and me showing us the highlights of different foods in Porto. She did a great job of describing the area as well as showcasing different foods. Having a private tour is great and Helena does a wonderful job. She is well known among the different food stores and vendors! Overall great tastings. Great food tour