My name is André. I'm a historian, graduated in Oporto University and also a photographer.

Porto, one of the most ancient European cities, stemming from the northern bank of the river during the Middle Ages. One of the most significant aspects of Porto and its historical centre is its surrounding landscape, the steep river banks providing a dramatic setting for the old town. Both the streets next to the river and the surrounding countryside have been classified as a World Heritage sites by UNESCO.

I am passionate about Porto, both for its culture and for the History of this fantastic city.
I describe myself as an open-minded person, always looking for new things and meeting new cultures. It would be a pleasure to share my knowledge with you, to show you the historical and most secret places of this city, to make you feel the ancestral atmosphere of this city and capture in a unique way the images of this unique city, in the most spectacular places that I will show you.

Together, we'll enter into an extraordinary journey to the Medieval times through a private tour that takes you to the main spots of e Middle Ages, the medieval period, and the Moors.
Discover the history, the old buildings, the hidden secrets of the city, traveling the paths drawn from the city refounding times, after the city's reconquest to the Moors by Vimara Peres in IX century.
Walk by the XIV century defense wall with fantastic views to the historical part of the city and feel the atmosphere in a XII century cathedral. Next, stroll labyrinthic passages walked once by medieval knights and visit the house where Henrique the Navigator was born, the mentor of the Portuguese discoveries in XV century, and Master of the Order of Christ.

I invite you to come with me, to travel back in time, discover the secrets and live a fantastic experience that only the city of Porto can provide.

Graduated in History in Oporto University

I am not a licensed guide.

This tour will start at your hotel or accomodation and, from there, I'll take you on an adventure, telling you funny and interesting stories and History about the city and about Portugal.

I guarantee that you'll visit all major monuments and points of interest and also some hidden gems of the city, some secrets that only locals can show you.

Porto is a unique city, and its historical center is like a museum at the open, full of eye-catching motives anywhere you look.

At the end of this tour, you'll have a lot of good new memories.
Embrace Porto in this adventure and creat the best memorie about the city

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The Douro Valley, World Heritage by Unesco, could as easily be called the enchanted valley, such is the beauty and magic that its landscapes.
The roots of the Douro region are very deep. Inevitably connected to wine production, the history of the Douro region allows us to understand the origins of the tempting and pleasing wines and unique landscapes.
Wine has been produced by traditional landholders in the Alto Douro region for some 2, 000 years. Since the 18th century, its main product, port wine, has been world famous for its quality. This long tradition of viticulture has produced a cultural landscape of outstanding beauty that reflects its technological, social and economic evolution.
If you have just one day and want to discover the culture and history of Douro Valley, this private tour from Porto is perfect for you to enjoy its highlights.
Visit a wine estate followed by a winery tour with great views of the Douro River before your return to Porto.

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