Porto and Matosinhos: Sardine Production - Small Group Tour
Overview
A professional guide and a new vehicle will accompany you on a memorable journey. You will get to know the most emblematic places and the whole history of both Porto and Matosinhos.
The Port Wine Cellars are one of the most remarkable places in Porto. You will visit one of the best producers on a global scale, get in touch with the whole history of Port Wine and have a tasting of different varieties of it.
You will also taste one of the most renowned traditional Portuguese sweets: “Pastel de Nata”!
Then we will head to Matosinhos, a city known for the beauty of its beaches and connection to the sea. Lunch will take place in a great local restaurant where you will enjoy a tasting of green wine, one of the most famous Portuguese wines.
Next, you will visit a famous sardine factory. Get to know every corner of the factory and finish your tour with a delightful tasting of the sardines paired with Portuguese wine!
What's Included
- Lunch Full Menu Included - Starters, main dish, dessert and drinks
- Tasting of canned sardines and white wine
- Pick-up and Drop-off in the city of Porto
- Tasting of Green wine and of the famous portuguese sweet "Pastel de Nata"
- Visit a Traditional Canned Sardine Factory
- Guided tour to the Port Wine Cellars with Port wine tastings
- Specialized guide throughout the day and vehicle with air conditioning
- Personal expenses
- Gratuites
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up and drop off in city of Porto. If you are staying outside Porto city, we will indicate to you an alternative meeting point.
What To Expect
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Catedral do Porto
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sao Bento Railway Station
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Torre dos Clerigos
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Luis I Bridge (pass by)
Miradouro Serra Do Pilar
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Offley Cellars
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Promenade Foz do Douro
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Matosinhos Beach
1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Port of Leixoes
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Farol de Leca
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Certified company by "Tourism of Portugal", with the CLEAN AND SAFE SEAL. Our team has a specific training on safety standards. We have a complete plan for cleaning our vehicles, and we provide alcohol and masks for our customers. All programs carefully organized taking into account the guidelines of the world health organization. The fact that we only work with very small groups, there is more security. We guarantee an unforgettable experience.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- We do not accept reservations from customers that arrive on cruises.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Lunch. Full Menu Included - Starters, main dish, dessert and drinks.
- Tasting of canned sardines and white wine.
- Pick-up and Drop-off in the city of Porto.
- Tasting of Green wine and of the famous portuguese sweet "Pastel de Nata".
- Visit a Traditional Canned Sardine Factory.
- Guided tour to the Port Wine Cellars with Port wine tastings.
- Specialized guide throughout the day and vehicle with air conditioning.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuites.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Porto and Matosinhos: Sardine Production - Small Group Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Certified company by "Tourism of Portugal", with the CLEAN AND SAFE SEAL. Our team has a specific training on safety standards. We have a complete plan for cleaning our vehicles, and we provide alcohol and masks for our customers. All programs carefully organized taking into account the guidelines of the world health organization. The fact that we only work with very small groups, there is more security. We guarantee an unforgettable experience.
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Porto and Matosinhos: Sardine Production – Small Group Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchFull Menu Included - Starters, main dish, dessert and drinks
- Tasting of canned sardines and white wine
- Pick-up and Drop-off in the city of Porto
- Tasting of Green wine and of the famous portuguese sweet "Pastel de Nata"
- Visit a Traditional Canned Sardine Factory
- Guided tour to the Port Wine Cellars with Port wine tastings
- Specialized guide throughout the day and vehicle with air conditioning
- Personal expenses
- Gratuites
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Certified company by "Tourism of Portugal", with the CLEAN AND SAFE SEAL. Our team has a specific training on safety standards. We have a complete plan for cleaning our vehicles, and we provide alcohol and masks for our customers. All programs carefully organized taking into account the guidelines of the world health organization. The fact that we only work with very small groups, there is more security. We guarantee an unforgettable experience.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- We do not accept reservations from customers that arrive on cruises.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
