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Porto Sidecar Tours

5.0 Based on 398 Reviews

Christina

5/03/2025

Such a fun and unique way to see Porto with a local! I went as a solo traveler and João made me feel so comfortable and welcome. He had great stories and explanations about the sites and he took some great photos of me with my phone. The vehicle drew in a lot of attention while driving and parked, so I felt like a celebrity. Everyone was smiling, waving, and taking photos. Definitely recommend!

dlibter

4/16/2025

4 Aussies sidecar hopping around Porto This was the most memorable experience of our stay in Porto. We had organised this tour on recommendation of a friend and travel agent in Australia.We met João (John) and Farez at the meeting point, which was conveniently changed to our advantage the day before.We rode to the markets where we walked around and received an insight into the building, history and all the delicacies. We visited St Francis of Assisi church with beautiful blue and white tiles, stopped for a special drink at a local cafe and viewed the Atlantic Ocean from St Catherine church while hearing turkeys gobbling, viewing lemon and peach trees below while sipping champagne. Our tour navigated sunshine and showers but ponchos were provided and the rain did not dampen our experience. We always felt safe and people enjoyed taking photos of us wherever we passed.João conducts a very professional tour and has time to impart his great knowledge of Porto and Portugal with humour and warmth. This is a tour not to be missed.

Margaret

4/14/2025

Our sidecar tour of Porto with Pacio was an incredible experience! We met him at an easy-to-find location, and right from the start, he was prepared — even for the rain that was in the forecast. The ride was super comfortable, and he let us know that we could switch seats throughout the tour if we wanted to.
As we started the tour, Pacio asked what we had already seen in Porto, and since we hadn’t explored yet, he took the opportunity to show us around in the best way possible. He shared a lot of history about the city and gave us a really personal look at Porto through his eyes as a local. It’s always special to experience a city with someone who truly knows and loves it. This was such a fun, memorable way to start our time in Porto — we couldn’t have asked for a better guide!

David

3/28/2025

The highlight of our weekend in Porto! Thanks so much Joao and Pacio for your good mood and sense of humor! We all loved this tour which gave us a different perspective on Porto and surroundings. Our children were thrilled and asked us right away if we can come back to ride with you again! Thanks as well for your flexibility postponing the tour due to weather conditions. For sure, we'll book a tour again with you next time we'll be in Porto. Wishing you all the best, David

Karen

3/27/2025

Highly recommend, experience Porto through the eyes and expertise of a local! Also, great experience for Solo travelers. This was the highlight of my trip to Porto.
I did this tour towards the end of my trip and had already seen many of the major sites. As such, João was able to quickly pivot and cater my tour towards showing me the many famous beautiful street art installations all over Porto & Gaia in addition to gorgeous vantage points and cafes frequented by locals, exclusive.
As a bonus, this ride is a show stopper! Be prepared to bring big smiles and waves to all you ride past. SO MUCH FUN!!

Shawn

2/12/2025

“Porto Off the Beaten Path Sidecar Tour” can uniquely cater to solo travelers, offering a rare and much-needed option in the touring landscape.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning explorer, João and team sidecar tour promises an authentic and unforgettable Porto experience. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover Porto with João – it’s an adventure like no other.
The open-air motorcycle sidecar provides an exhilarating and immersive way to explore Porto, free from the confines of typical tour enclosed in car, tuktuk, or hills of walking. With no barriers between you and the stunning sights, you can truly appreciate the city’s beauty and vibrancy. Genuine passion for Porto shines through every story and stop, offering a captivating and insightful experience.
What sets this tour apart is João’s exceptional dedication to his guests. He goes above and beyond to ensure each traveler feels welcomed and valued, creating a personalized adventure that exceeds expectations.

Rachana

1/01/2025

The best part was that we were the center of attention in the entire city of Porto while riding around! And add to that Joao’s energetic company made the tour and experience absolutely worthwhile. This was the first time I found an experience like this in a European city and trust me I’ve travelled a bunch around. Must do because:
1. You get to see most of the city and beyond with lesser walking
2. Some stunning views that may be hard to reach on foot
3. The amazing history of Porto & Portugal detailed out by Joao and his photography skills are an add on so you will end up having a bunch of them
4. The pleasure of riding in a sidecar takes the cherry on the cake.
Have a good one! Thanks Joao, we now have a friend in Porto :)

cestfemme

11/30/2024

Truly the best tour we did in Portugal Of all the tours we did in Portugal (Lisbon and Porto), the half-morning tour with Joao and Peter was by far the best! Joao was super engaged with our kids (8 and 11), funny, spirited, and very knowledgeable. He even got my daughter a pastel de nata with a birthday candle on it because her birthday was coming up. I appreciated some of the historical places we saw, but I especially loved the modern art around the city that he showed us that is relevant to today. I also want to point out that not only did he stop for great photo opportunities, he took really fun posed but also “candid” photos and videos that made them much more interesting. He also dropped us off at a more local seafood spot for lunch which was super delicious. Highly, highly recommend this tour!

Sarah

11/23/2024

My husband and I were in Porto for 8 days and this experience was in our top two activities of our trip. Because this excursion happened on Day 7 of our trip, we had already seen a lot of Porto. Joao pivoted and took us on an “off the beaten path” adventure to view awesome street art, head to the ocean, and have yummy snacks. Joao had awesome recommendations and an incredible sense of humor. Thanks Joao for a very memorable experience! It was fun being a celebrity on your cool bike!

Shirley

11/18/2024

We went on a sidecar tour a few days ago and we absolutely loved it. Porto is a beautiful city with stunning views. But the best part of the tour was our driver / guide João. Loved his stories. Loved his knowledge and passion for history. Loved his recommendations for food and activities. But most of all we just loved João. He has a kindness, cheerfulness, humor, and generosity that makes you feel welcome and made the tour extra special. Highly recommended.

Liz

11/16/2024

Wonderful tour with a wonderful guide taking us thru winding, narrow side streets in Porto on both sides of the Douro while telling us all about Porto. I loved our stop at Cafe El Rey’s, a neighborhood bar where our guide João’s grandfather used to visit. We discussed history, Porto, his family and more over wonderful espresso, pastels de nata and glasses of Favalos while a little rain passed by. We explored Fisherman’s Village and visited several beautiful view points and ended the evening as the sunset, drinking sparkling wine at the Mosteiro Santo Agostinho da Serra do Pilar. It was our last night and this was the perfect way to spend it.

Looking for a Tailormade Experience with Private Guide?

Need to surprise that someone special? Or perhaps you just want an exclusive off-the-beaten-path tour.

Private, Bespoke and Exclusive Experiences are what we love doing! Just reach out to João (John) your private guide, and we’ll work with you to create the most unique experience.

Here are a few ideas of what we can do:

Looking for a unique Anniversary Experience to surprise a loved one? You can never go wrong with champagne, flowers, picnics or sunsets!

Want to explore old castles? Explore the 20 miles around Porto with even more to discover!

Maybe a shopping tour of the finest shops around Porto?

Perhaps gastronomy & wine themed tour.

What about a Photo Tour with the best views?

Want to explore the famous Nacional Road 2, that crosses Portugal from North to South? We have driven and self-driven tours always with your own private guide.

The challenge of creating a bespoke experience for our guests is what we love best here at Porto Sidecar Tours.

We are here to create a tour to suit your specific needs. Please challenge us to come up with a great experience!

Or you could simply put your trust in your guide for an amazing experience, guaranteed to surprise you with great views, great lunch, even better wine and a surprise inside the surprise tour!

Concierge Service

If you require assistance in planning any other experience whilst in Porto, either in combination with one of our tours or not, please let us know and we will be happy to help you arrange them.

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Our Tours Are CARBON NEUTRAL

Included:

Pick-up & Drop off
Gorgeous sidecar motorcycle
Passionate private guide & driver
Custom made tour
Lots of stops for photos
Two available seats in addition to the driver
Helmet
Hairnet
Blanket
Raincoat
Water bottle (wild guide. please don´t feed!)
Phone charging(bring your own USB cable)
Wi-fi
Carbon Neutral Tour
More to be pre-arranged as part of a Tailormade Experience

What to bring:

Warm jacket
Digital devices and charging cables (if you need to charge them)
Sunscreen lotion
Sunglasses

Not included:

Meals (unless pre-arranged as part of a Tailormade Experience)
Gifts & Souvenirs
Visits to paid museums, churches, port wine tastings or any other attractions (unless pre-arranged as part of a Tailormade Experience)
Pick-up & Drop off outside Porto city. Ask us for extra fee.

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