Although described as a fast paced tour(which it was), it was a good introduction to visiting Portugal with many highlights as well as vising some lesser known parts. As someone who had not been to Portugal before and as it is so easy to get to from the UK, it was a taster for maybe visiting the country again and exploring other regions.
Countryside and village visits
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
We enjoyed almost a week in Portugal touring Lisbon and the surrounding areas. Our guide was extremely personable and knowledgeable about the area, history, and culture. We highly recommend hi and Destination Services Portugal - they both exceeded our expectations and made our time in Lisbon memorable.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish, portuguese
Destinations
Lisbon
Lisbon
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Take in the highlights of sun-kissed Portugal on a seven-day sightseeing adventure from Porto to Lisbon. Taste port in its birthplace, explore riverfront Coimbra and its historic university, and weave through the verdant countryside all the way to the capital. From the coastal sites of Nazare to the medieval town of Obidos and a traditional Fado show, you’ll be experiencing the best of Portugal’s arts and culture. Oh yes – they have pretty good custard tarts, too. Put Portugal on your itinerary today with a small-group journey that gets you to the places you need to see.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra, Talasnal
Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra, Talasnal
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Very friendly guide and he took care of us in best possible way. Time table was good, and took care of that everyone was able to follow the guidance. Great itinerary overall, thanks Destination Services Portugal!
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, portuguese, spanish, french
Destinations
Lisbon, Fátima, Lagos, Porto, Ur
Lisbon, Fátima, Lagos, Porto, Urgeiriça, Evora
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Join our 4-day tour and discover the treasures of one of the oldest and certainly the most charming European Capitals – Lisbon. From the outdoor markets along the harbour to the winding street of the old quarters, the City and its people embrace you with their warmth and spirit. Built on seven hills on the northern bank of the River Tagus, Lisbon offers breath-taking panoramas at every turn. A short trip to the UNESCO World Heritage gem - Sintra will take you back in time and unveils you its romantic spirit, the one that inspired Hans Christian Andersen or Lord Byron. This tour impeccably combines the historic and cultural sights, and together with the local gastronomy fulfil your senses and expectations.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish, portuguese
Destinations
Lisbon
Lisbon
15% OFF TODAY
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We enjoyed every aspect of our holiday. The accommodation was very comfortable, Christina was a wonderful host. The walking was outstanding, with great views over the Pinhao and Douro valleys.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Douro Valley, Northern Po
Porto, Douro Valley, Northern Portugal, Sabrosa, Vilarinho, Fermentoes, Pinhao
This trip combines a great variety of terrains, villages, towns and cities with fantastic accommodation, equipment and food in one of the unexplored gems of southern Europe.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
14-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Northern Portugal, Moncao
Porto, Northern Portugal, Moncao, Caminha, Ponte De Lima, Barcelos, Vila Do Conde
Art lovers like me, this one’s for you. Portugal dazzled with art and faith. Two features jumped out immediately: Lisbon’s Monastery of Jeronimos, a Manueline masterpiece and Fatima, a place of deep meaning. Wandering Nazare’s windy cliffs and watching Atlantic surf pound felt elemental.
Obidos’ castle and ramparts invited daydreams of knights and medieval poets. The Gothic arches of Batalha took my breath away. Porto's tile-covered churches and artistic heritage felt soulful as we sampled local port wines beside the Douro River.
The highlight was Coimbra, Europe’s amazing academic city, steeped in history and tradition. The old university chapel’s 18th-century Portuguese Baroque design left me speechless.
Guides were enthusiastic and informative. If you love art, faith, and ocean air, this tour is a rich tapestry not to be missed.
Explore is getting worse and worse regarding customer service. If it wasn't for trips offered and mostly excellent tour leaders, would never recommend to friends. One option to better relationship would be to refund single supplement to anyone who is obviously not going to be paired off on a tour where all couples or different sex. Explore should be more considerate considering the profit margin on solo travel.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ponta delgada, Azores, Lajes, Fa
Ponta delgada, Azores, Lajes, Faial Island, Caldeira De Cima, Praia Da Ingrina, Sete Cidades, Sao Jorge Island, Pico Island
This holiday was made extra special for us by the professionalism and kindness of the Headwater reps - Tony & Ludmilla. The one day when we got soaked, they came to our rescue and collected us early with no no fuss whatsoever. Apart from that one day the weather was kind and the walks spectacular
