Private tour in Porto Ricardo M
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It's always a pleasure to show my old contemporary city of Porto, that I love and know every corner like the back of my hand. I'm fluent in English (US), please take a minute to read my reviews, they picture me best. I'm not your typical local guide, I always have a special inside to provide. I lived and study in Porto all my life. I'm a Clinical Psychologist. I enjoy very much doing tours in my beautiful City of Porto, as well as the North of Portugal. The best part of traveling is really getting to know a place with someone who lives there. With me you are guaranteed to have the best local experience and a real sense what Portuguese people are all about, in a easy, relax and fun way. We will explore the best sites and the historical and touristic places. In my tours I also like to show some hidden gems, that you won't find in any travel book. I never do two tours alike, there's always something unique to make it SPECIAL. My tours are PRIVATE, and done on a PERSONAL level! You will always have my full attention. Tours can be all personalized, according to your wishes and preferences. I only do tours for ToursByLocals. com and always adapt the tours to suit the interests and preferences of the travelers. I'm also available to offer a multi-days itineraries, in the North and Center of Portugal. I am not a licensed guide and will not be able to guide you inside of the historical monuments.
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If you are coming on a Cruise ship and want to get a taste of Porto in half day, this is the perfect tour! Come join me in this tour of downtown Porto, known for its bridges, history, architecture and port wine production, where you will discover the real city! We will walk on the ancient streets of the typical neighbourhoods of the city. Allow me to show you the authentic places among the local friendly people from Porto, with a taste of the typical food and drinks for those flavours you will not forget. Always with the highlights of the city, as a main driver of the tour and all the must sees of the city. Let me show you what makes Porto unique and an award winning city! *This Tour is flexible and will adapt to your preferences.
Ricardo was excellent! He brought his own driver who was very friendly and accommodating! We really enjoyed the tour, great with kids and would recommend Ricardo to anyone who wants an experienced, friendly tour guide who is really committed to making sure your experience is Porto is one of the best!
Ricardo is friendly, informative and knowledgeable about Porto. The streets scenes were interesting and full history. If you have never been to Porto this tour is well worth it. Try a sandwich at Casa Das Bifanas. Local pork.
Ricardo took us on a highlights tour of Porto. He was punctual and very friendly with a very good sense of humor. He catered to our interests and needs and gave us fantastic information about the history, culture, and current realities of Porto. We would highly recommend.
Ricardo was one of the best tour guides we have ever had through any company, not just Tours by Locals. He was knowledgeable and passionate about the many beauties of Porto and an excellent driver. His English is excellent as is his sense of humor. He deftly took care of my husband's interest in Porto's stunning architecture and adapted quickly to the fact that I had recently injured my knee. His recommendations for shopping, lunch, pharmacy, money changing, port tasting, and return visit were spot on
Ricardo was a wonderful guide. He worked well with out schedule and gave us a great introduction to Porto so that we will want to return some day to spend more time here. Thank you for recommending him to us.
Outstanding tour. Ricardo planned a through tour and taught us alot during the time we spent together. I highly recommend him. He is professional, extremely knowledgeable about Porto and was very pleasant to be with. He did an excellent job.
The itinerary is very flexible and will adapt to the travelers preferences. Some places we will visit: -Inside of Sao Bento Train Station, walk the Aliados Avenue and see the City Hall from the outside. Visiting inside of Sé Cathedral. -Walk the Dom Luis bridge over Douro river. See the outside of Sao Joao Theatre. Walk the oldest pedestrian and shopping street of Porto, Santa Catarina st. -Experience the Majestic Cafe, one of the oldest coffee shops in Europe. Enter the local open market of Bolhao. -Visit the famous Lello Book Store, considere one of the most beautiful book stores in the world. Claim the steps of Clérigos Tower, the tallest estructure of the city. Pass by the University of Porto main building. -Walk the river Douro front side and the street of Ribeira, considere one of the most beautiful of world. Visit the inside of Henry the Navigator House. Visit the São Francisco Church. Possibility of a tour inside the Stock Exchange Palace. -A visit to Taylors Port wine cellar, with tasting.
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Taxi from the Cruise Terminal to Downtown Porto and back to the Terminal.
Matosinhos, Porto District, Portugal
Cruise Terminal; Suggestion by Guide: Main Avenue "Avenida dos Aliados, Porto, Portugal." In front of the City Hall of Porto.
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