Private Driver at Your Disposal from Vidago Palace Hotel
About Vidago Palace Hotel
Vidago Palace is a 1910 royal spa palace in northern Portugal, set in a park designed for King Carlos I, with a Cameron-designed golf course and thermal waters.
From Vidago Palace, your private Mercedes-Benz takes you across the wild north of Portugal: the Douro vineyards, the Peneda-Gerês park, ancient granite villages and the Spanish border.
Popular day trips from Vidago Palace Hotel
- Chaves — 20 km, 20 min. Roman spa town on the Spanish border, with a 1st-century bridge and the famous pastéis de Chaves.
- Douro Valley (Pinhão) — 100 km, 1h 30min. Quinta tastings and lunch on the river.
- Peneda-Gerês National Park — 100 km, 1h 45min. Portugal's only national park, with waterfalls and Roman roads.
- Bragança — 100 km, 1h 30min. Walled medieval town and the Citadel.
- Vila Real & Mateus Palace — 40 km, 35 min. The baroque palace of the Mateus rosé wine label.
- Verín & Monterrei (Spain) — 30 km, 30 min. Spanish border town with a hilltop castle and Galician wines.
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 Vidago Palace Hotel
- 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: Drive south through Vila Real, Quinta visit and lunch on the river, Pinhão viewpoints.
- Full-day: Peneda-Gerês: Waterfalls, granite villages, lunch with mountain views.
- Half-day: Chaves & Spanish border: Roman bridge, pastéis de Chaves, Galician winery in Monterrei.
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 Vidago Palace Hotel 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.
Request a quote for a private driver from Vidago Palace Hotel