This tour is a unique way to see and experience historical Lisbon. Insider guides give you a great insight into Lisbon’s lifestyle, history and culture as well useful tips. Districts we visit: Baixa – Chiado – Alfama. Visit the major sites of central Lisbon. Walk through Baixa – the old downtown district of the city – tasting the famous Pastel de Nata (custard tart) along the way. Explore the amazing Rossio, Figueira and Comércio Squares. Get to know Chiado, the glamorous part of the city with its iconic cafés and shops. . Stop for a wine and some typical portuguese tapas on a local restaurant.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Meet your new Portuguese best friend at your accommodation to start the exiting journey that awaits you - sit back & relax while travelling to the center of Portugal and hearing all about the region!
1- Fátima – 150 kilometers (90 miles) north of Lisbon we arriving to our destination: the religious capital of Portugal! In Fátima, you’ll spend time exploring the religious site, visiting the Chapel of Apparitions to see the stone pillar that marks the spot where Virgin Mary appeared, the Shrine that is twice the size of St Peter's Square in the Vatican, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fátima and absolving all the religious atmosphere and serenity that this whole location offers! Your guide will give you space and time to enjoy the sight, but of course give you all the information, insight, interesting facts and everything you need to know about Fátima and the Portuguese Catholic and religious traditions!
In 1917 a religious event changed the history of this location for ever, when three young shepherds witnessed successive apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima (another name for the Virgin Mary) turning Fátima, into one of the most important landmarks in the Marian worship, drawing pilgrims from all over the world.
At the other end of Fatima’s Shire the Most Holy Trinity Church – Lesser Basilica, from 2007 is an amazing modern piece of architecture, without intermediate supports and with a total capacity of about 8,700 people.
2 - We leave Fátima’s shire but our Tour is not over yet! To make this day trip even more complete we take you to a small local village, 2km away, location where the three young shepherds (responsible for the importance of Fatima’s landmark) were born and lives! You will get the real inside of their life’s and costumes and get a better context about this entire location and its importance!
Fatima is a landmark not just for Portugal history, but also for the catholic worship worldwide – it’s definitely a place to go, let us take you there!
Porto to Lisbon Bike Tour is an 8-day tour that takes you into Portugal’s two largest cities—Porto and Lisbon. Your tour will start in one of the Unesco World Heritage cities—Porto. With more than 150 classified monuments and unrivaled wine and gastronomic richness, Porto will transfer you to a world of amazing flavors.
Your next destination is Aveiro (the famous Portuguese Venice). Here, you will explore the famous beach of Nazaré and the medieval town of Obidos. Guarded by walls, the city has maintained its traces over the centuries.
After exploring Porto, you will head to the capital, Lisbon—the city of seven hills. The sparkle and light of the Tagus River has inspired poets, painters and photographers alike—immortalizing Lisbon in their works. Explore the typical medieval neighborhoods and endless monuments whose stones mark the soul of Portugal.
This tour is ideal for wine and food lovers, willing to discover the unique taste of Portugal while exploring the cities at their own pace.
Please see our itinerary for more details.
Food toursWine tasting tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Lisbon, Porto, Furadouro, Aveiro
Lisbon, Porto, Furadouro, Aveiro, Figueira Da Foz, Nazare
You begin in UNESCO-recognised Porto, a beautiful mix of winding, medieval streets, impressive architecture and the serene Douro River, packed with brightly coloured rabelo sailing boats - it's also home to some world-famous wine cellars. From here you'll head south, past sandy bays and beaches, to your luxury hotel in Furadouro right on the beachfront, before heading via the Aveiro Lagoon, to 'Portugal's Venice', Aveiro. Here, the latticework canals are overlooked by grand buildings and inviting restaurants, while pretty moliceiro boats sail leisurely along the water. Returning to the ocean you'll pass high sand dunes and fragrant pine and acacia forest, on your way to Praia de Mira, before heading inland to the Spa town of Curia in the Bairrada wine region, the home of Portugal's best Champagne-style wine - be sure to stop for a tasting! From Curia your final stretch takes you to Coimbra, Portugal's former capital and now a cosmopolitan university city. Explore its charming cobbled alleyways, bustling markets and wonderful architecture such as the 16th century aqueduct and the university's sublime Baroque library, perhaps rounding off with a traditional fado evening in one of the local bars.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Luxury Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Coimbra, Furadouro, Aveir
Porto, Coimbra, Furadouro, Aveiro, Praia De Mira, Curia
Embark on an Iberian adventure as you take in medieval architecture, idyllic landscapes, and delectable cuisine. Embark on a panoramic tour of Barcelona and view view Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces, including La Sagrada Familia. Enjoy an authentic paella experience with lunch. Visit the exotic and expansive Alhambra Palace. Enjoy the fascinating art form that is flamenco. Marvel at the timeless masterpieces at the Prado Museum. Explore Lisbon, Europe’s second oldest capital city. Visit Belém and its many monuments. Visit the medieval walled town of Obidos. Explore Spain and Portugal’s culture and history set against a backdrop of sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges.
Some accomodation simple, with outlook onto courtyards, car parkss etc.
Good mix of wine tours, walking tours and longer walks in very intrresting places.
Rocio was dxcellent, knowledgable, flexible and fun.
Great locations.
Good variety if wine tours and tastings.
Tour guide of Porto was patronising and glib.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Visit Sintra and its surrounding area on a private sightseeing tour. Take in the renowned architectures and admire the natural beauty of the historic sites that interest you the most. Stay away from the major crowds, exploring the lesser known locations.
Embark in a private sightseeing tour of historic Sintra and its stunning surroundings. Stop to see important sites along the way and enjoy exploring places not included on typical tourist routes.
You’ll have plenty of time on this full-day trip to take in all the spots of historic importance and admire views of the area’s natural splendour.
You can opt to visit one of the two lesser-known monuments of Sintra:
The National Queluz Palace, or the Natural Monserrate Palace.
Two of the lesser-known and “forgotten” palaces of Sintra, away from the overcrowded Pena Palace.
After seeing the highlights of Sintra we will drive through the National Park of Sintra to the coastline. There we will visit the western-most point of continental Europe, Cabo da Roca, and before returning to Lisbon, we will pass by the coastal village of Cascais.
We had a great day in Sintra with our driver Bruno- he was very professional. He timed the site visits perfectly so we were easily able to spend time at the Moorish Castle, Pena Palace, and Quinta da Regaleira in one day, with a break for a delicious lunch in Sintra and a stop to wander in town. He even treated us to our first taste of Ginjinha! Thank you, Bruno for an unforgettable day to a beautiful place!
This 14-day independent tour will guide you through three of the most magnificent cities in Europe. Begin your journey in Barcelona, beautiful capital of Spain’s Catalonia region. Discover the cosmopolitan, vibrant, and beautiful capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, known for its art and architecture, the fantastical Sagrada Família church and other modernist landmarks designed by Antoni Gaudí, and of course for its spectacular shopping and nightlife. Barcelona has it all. Next you will catch a high-speed train to Madrid, Enjoy the moments like the Temple of Debod, Royal Palace and the Almudena’s Cathedral. Then we will go to the Habsburg’s quarter where we will see the highlights of the Madrid downtown such as Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Villa and Puerta del Sol. We will pass through some of the five ancient gates that gave access to the city, among them Puerta de Alcalá is the most famous one. Don’t forget to taste the delightful delicacies of traditional Spanish cuisine before you catch a flight to Lisbon. An incredible opportunity to explore one of the oldest cities in the world. Lisbon is known for its extraordinary colonial history and fascinating mixture of gothic architecture. The Portuguese capital is home to several prominent museums and international art collections. Visit the National Museum of Ancient Art, home to some of the largest art collections in the world. Bask in the beautiful weather as you experience the true Portuguese hospitality in the friendliest country in the world, where you will end your tour of Barcelona Madrid and Lisbon.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Experience the passionate and vibrant Portuguese culture with this tour of Lisbon and the enchanting island of Madeira in the North Atlantic Ocean as you travel to Portugal! Your journey will begin in Lisbon, a captivating coastal city known for its colorful buildings, famous landmarks, and twisting cobblestone streets. From there you will take a flight to Funchal, the capital of the beautiful Island of Madeira where sunny skies, gorgeous coastlines, and golden beaches are commonplace. Take some time to lay back and relax in one of the most beautiful regions in the area and enjoy the famous sweet wine of the region. Visit Camara dos Lobos to experience life in the colorful small fishing villages and as admire the best views of some of the highest cliffs in Europe. Visit Porto Moniz, known for its natural swimming pools formed by volcanic lava and naturally filled with crystal-clear sea water. Your journey will then take you to Camacha, the center of Madeira’s willow craft industry, and to Pico do Areeiro where you will admire the beautiful views of pointy mountains, lush valleys. Travel to Santana, a picturesque village famous for its traditional, brightly colored timber and thatch palheiros houses. Your tour comes to an end with your flight back to Lisbon!
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
The amount of time spent each stop. Very informative places to see. Accommodation was excellent. Tour director organized well. Some places when meals on our own, poor food choices. Some places one night not enough.
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Villa
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Marrakesh, Casablanca, T
Madrid, Marrakesh, Casablanca, Tangier, Costa del Sol, Granada, Salamanca, Lisbon, Seville, Fes
Enjoy the beauty of the birds that migrate to the Algarve, on the Ria Formosa landscape. Join us on a tour by Segway, on Ludo, and feel in harmony with nature.
The tour starts near Faro Island and on it you'll explore one of the most characteristic and charismatic places around Faro - The Ria Formosa Natural Park - that extends all over the Algarve. The bit that we're going to explore comprehends almost 15km of raw nature.
In the end we also visit a special area called Quinta do Lago - one of the most expensive and luxurious condominiums in Europe! A bit of a Beverly Hills tour mixed with the wonders of a nature reserve in a perfect mix of calm relaxed landscapes and exciting adventure on the Segway itself!
