Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Following the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. Enjoy private tastings of Port and explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, and visit the mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo.
Your journey ends in Lisbon, the city that launched some of the world’s most renowned explorers. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
CruiseRiver cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
2-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Lisbon, Porto, Douro Valley, Ent
Lisbon, Porto, Douro Valley, Entre-os-Rios, Douro River, Vega De Terron, Barca De Alva, Regua
Choose our self-drive tour around Portugal and spend six memorable days exploring the superb culture and landscapes of this country. Visit its inspiring, lively towns and catch a glimpse of the scenic, historical villages. Stroll the beautifully arranged streets of Oporto admiring its picturesque location, walk the mesmerizing alleys of Penafiel, and enjoy delicious wines in one of the local cellar in the Sao Pedro do Sul.
Self-drive or vehicle rental
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Penafiel, Sao Pedro Do Sul
Porto, Penafiel, Sao Pedro Do Sul
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Really enjoyable private tour! Good combination of winetasting and seeing some of the surroundings and nature. Our guide Andr was excellent and very knowledgeable.
Spain and Portugal in low season offer sunny winter holidays, sand and scenery without the crowds and none of that extreme summer heat! This 12-day Spain and Portugal guided tour visits top cities, UNESCO-protected towns and seaside gems to erase your winter blues. Soak up the rays in Costa del Sol and the Algarve. Taste Port wine in Porto and traverse Lisbon’s vibrant streets. Visit Granada (home to the Alhambra), journey through the UNESCO-protected city of Salamanca and do the Flamenco in Seville! Expat Explore’s low season tours offer exciting experiences plus free time in top destinations.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
10-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Madrid, Granada, Salamanca, Cost
Madrid, Granada, Salamanca, Costa del Sol, Seville, Algarve, Lisbon, Porto
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As you follow the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages, and acres of ripe vineyards. Enjoy private tastings of Port. Explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine, and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, and visit the mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
CruiseRiver cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin, Hotel
Age Range
2-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Porto, Douro Valley, Pinhao, Veg
Porto, Douro Valley, Pinhao, Vega De Terron, Barca De Alva, Regua, Guimaraes
Over nineteen fascinating days you will discover the cultural riches of the Iberian Peninsula. Begin with a memorable drive along the mountainous north of Spain, through beautiful cities like San Sebastian or Santander. Then when you reach Galicia, turn south into Portugal, where you’ll explore its most enchanting cities. Visit the first Portuguese Gothic-style church in Alcobaca, admire the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitoria, attend the candle-lit procession at the Marian Shrine in Fatima, and enjoy a memorable stopover in Oporto, an acclaimed UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. After Portugal, turn east to explore Andalusia’s historical riches, from Phoenician times through its Roman, Muslim, Jewish and Christian periods. Visit spellbinding World Heritage Sites such as the Alcazar and Cathedral in Seville, the Great Mosque of Cordoba and the Alhambra in Granada. Then continue up the Mediterranean coast through Valencia and Barcelona.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Madrid, San Sebastián de La Gome
Madrid, San Sebastián de La Gomera, San Sebastian, Fátima, Lisbon, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Valencia, Barcelona, Santander, Oviedo, Santiago De Compostela, Porto
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Begin your tour in the vibrant Spanish capital of Madrid. You'll then venture to the UNESCO city of Salamanca before crossing into Portugal, where you'll be captivated by the picturesque coastal city of Porto. Next, journey to Coimbra to explore one of Europe's oldest universities, and make a stop in Fatima, a renowned pilgrimage sanctuary, before arriving in the enchanting Portuguese capital, Lisbon. The journey continues to Caceres, another UNESCO-designated gem, and takes you through the heart of Andalusia, where you'll encounter three dazzling treasures of Seville, Cordoba, and Granada
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
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
Embark on a cruise through the heart of authentic Portugal and explore beautiful and unspoilt areas such as the Douro Nature Park and the Portuguese vineyards. Our hiking and walking programs offer you the opportunity to contemplate the natural beauty of these magical places. Far from the hustle and bustle of city life, this cruise is ideal for the nature and scenic enthusiasts.
Cruise
Tour Type
Cruise Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Douro Valley, Regua, Vega
Porto, Douro Valley, Regua, Vega De Terron, Barca De Alva, Senhora Da Ribeira, BITETOS
South of Lisbon’s Wonders is a fully guided 8-hour tour that offers an immersive insight into Portugal’s local tradition, culture and natural beauty.
On the trip, you will get to cross the iconic Tejo River by Vasca da Gama Bridge—one of the longest bridges in Europe and enjoy the scenic views as you make your way to Palmela Castle. Inhabited since the pre-historic times, this castle stands as one of Portugal’s oldest and holds stunning views of Tejo and Sado River.
Continue your tour to witness the stunning Arrabida Mountain inside Arrabida Natural Park where you will visit Arrabida Convent, perfectly hidden between lush trees and natural beauty of the park before heading to Azulejos de Azeitão, the Tile Factory. Here, you will witness the centuries-old techniques of handmade tiles that is still in use today. You can also choose to learn to make one yourself!
After a travel back in time, quench your thirst at Portugal’s iconic winery as you immerse in the unique art collection. Take a full hour to explore the winery and taste some of the best wines in the country. Your next stop is the picturesque California beach.
Lastly, you will head to Cristo Rei. Inspired by the Brazilian Christ the Redeemer statue, the Cristo Rei viewing platform offers the best views of Lisbon city. After an eventful tour, our representative will drop you back to your accommodation via Abril Bridge.
Discover all that’s great about northern Portugal: the scenic waterways of the Ria de Aveiro, salt flats of Figueira da Foz, wines of the Douro Valley and Dão, and timeless majesty of Porto. Scenic tours by train and traditional moliceiro boat allow us to see the region from a different angle, while staying in a Premium hotel each night makes the trip extra special.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Peso Da Régua, Aveiro, Vi
Porto, Peso Da Régua, Aveiro, Viseu, Douro River, Lamego
Begin an unforgettable 11-day journey through Spain and Portugal, starting in vibrant Barcelona, where you’ll marvel at Gaudí’s masterpieces and the Sagrada Familia. After enjoying a Welcome Tapas Dinner in Madrid, explore its historic gems, including the Royal Palace. Discover Porto’s charm with a Douro River cruise and a fado dinner, then wander the picturesque canals of Aveiro and visit the stunning Batalha Monastery before concluding in beautiful Lisbon. This small group adventure offers a rich tapestry of culture and cuisine that will leave you enchanted!