Private Driver at Your Disposal from The Yeatman
About The Yeatman
The Yeatman is a wine-themed Relais & Châteaux hotel above the Port lodges of Vila Nova de Gaia, with the most famous postcard view of Porto's Ribeira from every terrace.
Step out of The Yeatman straight into a private Mercedes-Benz with a professional driver. Skip the steep streets and parking headaches — explore Porto, the Douro and the green north at your own pace.
Popular day trips from The Yeatman
- Douro Valley — 100 km, 1h 20min. Vineyard drives, Quinta tastings, lunch over the river. The Yeatman guests' most requested day trip.
- Guimarães (UNESCO) — 60 km, 50 min. Birthplace of Portugal: medieval centre, castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza.
- Braga — 60 km, 55 min. Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary, baroque churches and the oldest cathedral in Portugal.
- Aveiro & Costa Nova — 75 km, 55 min. Canal moliceiro boats and the striped fishermen's houses of Costa Nova.
- Coimbra — 120 km, 1h 20min. UNESCO university town, the Joanina Library and Fado de Coimbra.
- Peneda-Gerês National Park — 130 km, 1h 45min. Portugal's only national park: waterfalls, Roman roads and granite villages.
What's included
- Private Mercedes-Benz (E-Class, V-Class or Sprinter) at your disposal
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Pickup and drop-off directly at The Yeatman
- All fuel, tolls, parking and driver expenses included
- Flexible itinerary — change plans on the day, no penalty
- Booking advice for restaurants, wineries and attractions
- 24/7 customer support during your stay
Sample days
- Full-day: Douro Valley: Scenic drive into the Douro, two Quinta visits with tastings, lunch over the river, return through Lamego.
- Full-day: Guimarães & Braga: Morning in Guimarães castle and old town, lunch, afternoon at Bom Jesus and Braga's cathedral.
- Half-day: Porto at your pace: Driver shadows you through Porto: Lello, Clérigos, Ribeira, lunch, Port lodge visit in Gaia.
Frequently asked questions
How does pricing work for a driver at your disposal?
Pricing is per private vehicle (entire group), not per person. Half-day, full-day and multi-day rates are available. Send us your dates and the places you want to visit, and we will reply within 24 hours with a custom quote.
Can the itinerary change during the day?
Yes. The driver is at your disposal for the booked time. If you want to skip a stop, add an extra visit or stay longer somewhere, just say the word. No surcharges for in-day changes within the booked hours.
Do you handle restaurant and activity reservations?
Yes. Once your driver is confirmed, our team helps with restaurant bookings, museum tickets, winery visits and boat tours. We know the partners that take last-minute The Yeatman guests.
What vehicles are available?
Mercedes-Benz E-Class for up to 3 guests, V-Class for 1 to 7 guests, and Sprinter for groups up to 19. The right vehicle is matched to your group size when we send the quote.
How far in advance should I request a driver?
We recommend at least 3 to 5 days in advance to guarantee the right vehicle and driver. Same-day or next-day requests are sometimes possible — write to us and we will check availability.