Schist & Historic Villages: Private 2-Day Experience
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48 h
Group size
Up to 15 people
Languages
Portuguese, English
Location
Central Portugal
Explore Portugal's most authentic villages on a private 2-day tour with a dedicated driver.
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Discover some of Portugal's most authentic and scenic villages on a private 2-day experience, designed for those seeking history, tradition and unique landscapes.
Departing from Porto, this journey takes you through some of the most iconic Schist Villages and Historic Villages, including:
- Piódão
- Belmonte
- Sortelha
- Monsanto
With a professional driver and premium vehicle at your disposal, enjoy full comfort and flexibility throughout the entire route.
This is a base package, ideal for travellers seeking an authentic and personalized experience, with the flexibility to adapt the pace and stops.
Perfect for those who want to go beyond the typical tourist routes and discover the most genuine side of Portugal.
Itinerary
DAY 1 — PORTO → PIÓDÃO → BELMONTE
Morning departure from Porto, heading towards central Portugal.
Stop at Piódão, considered one of Portugal's most beautiful villages:
- Schist houses
- Iconic white church
- Narrow streets and unique landscape
Continue to Belmonte:
- Birthplace of Pedro Álvares Cabral
- Belmonte Castle
- Historic centre
Free time for dinner (not included) and overnight (hotel not included).
DAY 2 — SORTELHA → MONSANTO → RETURN
Departure after breakfast.
Visit Sortelha:
- One of the best-preserved medieval villages
- Stone streets
- Castle
Continue to Monsanto:
- Known as "the most Portuguese village in Portugal"
- Houses built between giant boulders
- Stunning panoramic views
Lunch stop (not included). Return to Porto by end of day.
NOTE: Itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to client preferences.
What's included
Private transport in a premium vehicle
Dedicated professional driver
Fuel, tolls and parking
Water on board
Full flexibility throughout the route
What's not included
Hotels / accommodation
Meals
Monument entrance fees
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Practical information
- Departure location
Porto
- Pickup & meeting point
Pickup at your hotel or address provided by the client in Porto.
- Minimum participants
1
- Maximum participants
15
What to bring
Comfortable clothing
Suitable walking shoes
Camera
Interest in culture and nature
Cancellation
Vehicles with capacity for up to 7 passengers: 100% refund with at least 48 hours’ notice; 50% refund from 24 to less than 48 hours; no refund with less than 24 hours’ notice or for a no-show. Other vehicles are subject to prior verification, with terms confirmed before booking. Notice is measured before the scheduled service start time. The rule depends on vehicle capacity, not the number of passengers in the booking. Something unexpected happened? Talk to us and tell us what happened. We review each situation individually; any exception is confirmed in writing. Any specific conditions for tickets or third-party services are disclosed before payment.
Frequently asked questions
Where will I be picked up?
Pickup at your hotel or address provided by the client in Porto.
What is included in this tour?
Private transport in a premium vehicle
Dedicated professional driver
Fuel, tolls and parking
Water on board
Full flexibility throughout the route
What is not included?
Hotels / accommodation
Meals
Monument entrance fees
Personal expenses
Gratuities
What are the cancellation terms?
Vehicles with capacity for up to 7 passengers: 100% refund with at least 48 hours’ notice; 50% refund from 24 to less than 48 hours; no refund with less than 24 hours’ notice or for a no-show. Other vehicles are subject to prior verification, with terms confirmed before booking. Notice is measured before the scheduled service start time. The rule depends on vehicle capacity, not the number of passengers in the booking. Something unexpected happened? Talk to us and tell us what happened. We review each situation individually; any exception is confirmed in writing. Any specific conditions for tickets or third-party services are disclosed before payment.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothing
Suitable walking shoes
Camera
Interest in culture and nature
Secure booking
Encrypted payment
Cancellation terms
Up to 7 seats: free cancellation ≥48h. Other vehicles: on request.
Customer support
Reservations 08:00–22:00 Lisbon time + operational support throughout each confirmed service
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Your vehicle
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Total for your group
€850.00
Private tour · vehicle and chauffeur
The vehicle and chauffeur service is priced per group, not per person. Your vehicle depends on the number of travellers.
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A €50 supplement per group applies for each tour day that falls on a Sunday or Portuguese national public holiday. Overlapping dates are charged only once.
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- Duration
- 48 h
- Up to
- 15 people
Pickup
Pickup at your hotel or address provided by the client in Porto.
Key inclusions
- Dedicated professional driver
- Private transport in a premium vehicle
- Fuel, tolls and parking
Cancellation
Vehicles with capacity for up to 7 passengers: 100% refund with at least 48 hours’ notice; 50% refund from 24 to less than 48 hours; no refund with less than 24 hours’ notice or for a no-show. Other vehicles are subject to prior verification, with terms confirmed before booking. Notice is measured before the scheduled service start time. The rule depends on vehicle capacity, not the number of passengers in the booking. Something unexpected happened? Talk to us and tell us what happened. We review each situation individually; any exception is confirmed in writing. Any specific conditions for tickets or third-party services are disclosed before payment.
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