--- title: Discovering Porto in an eco-friendly vehicle lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/discovering-porto-in-an-eco-friendly-vehicle-133045P1/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 69 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 107 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/discovering-porto-in-an-eco-friendly-vehicle-133045P1/ --- # Discovering Porto in an eco-friendly vehicle **Guidekin's take:** Porto by private electric E-Mehari with a guide, linking the old centre, the Douro bank, Foz and the Atlantic coast in one loop, with a glass of Port along the way. Bookings need at least two people and lunch is not included. 5 from 107 reviews at €69 per person for 2h 30m. ## Overview Discover the city of Porto, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1996. This unique experience takes place in an E-Mehari (electric car) and connects the narrow streets of the historic center, the right bank of the Douro, Foz and the Atlantic coast. We show the main attractions of the city, its history, culture and gastronomy. We offer a differentiated, fun and professional activity that guarantees a quality service, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide and an environmentally friendly electric vehicle. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting place is special, - 4 start times: between 10:00 and 16:30 - Food included: Glass of Porto Wine - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €35: ages 6 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €69 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 107 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: ECO LOCAL Tours - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish - Start times: 10:00, 13:30, 16:00, 16:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 5.0 from 107 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 107 of 107. - 5 stars: 107 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the knowledgeable guide and comfortable ride; restricted street access has sometimes changed the expected route. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, friendly guiding with local history and cultural context - A comfortable electric car with a smooth ride and clear views - City and coastal coverage that helps visitors plan further exploration - Viewpoint stops and a glass of port by the shore - Flexible arrangements and useful recommendations for restaurants and sightseeing **Complaints:** - Restricted street access has led to changes in the expected route Written by Guidekin from the 63 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2019-05-05 to 2026-06-13); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Private transportation - Glass of Porto Wine ## Not included - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Miradouro Serra Do Pilar** (10m) - We will make a brief stop at this magnificent viewpoint to observe the landscape and take photographs. 2. **Livraria Lello** (pass by, no stop) - We'll be passing through the famous Lello Bookstore without stopping. 3. **Sao Bento Railway Station** (15m) - The entrance hall of S. Bento railway station presents the magnificent tile panels that tell a part of the history of Portugal, by Jorge Colaço. 4. **Fortress Sao Joao Baptista** (pass by, no stop) - Fort S. João Batista, built in the 16th century, for the defense of the Douro bar, is currently used for cultural events. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 13:30, 16:00, 16:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting place is special, next to the Ribeira do Porto, near the Church of St. Francis, in the square of Infante D. Henrique. I'll be waiting for you at the entrance to Ag Jewels - Ourivesaria Tradicional. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJRcM9OuBkJA0R47nr8hUxZa4 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - A minimum of 2 people per reservation is required. Booking asks for: dates of birth ## More in Porto - All Porto tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/discovering-porto-in-an-eco-friendly-vehicle-133045P1/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md