On the western edge of the continent, Portugal is home to culturally rich cities influenced by its leading role in the Age of Discovery, as well as an abiding Catholic faith that it shares with nearby Spain. Our specialists will draw on their knowledge of the country to plan your tour of Portugal, where you could hear melancholy fado music in Lisbon, taste port wine in Porto and the Douro Valley, and sample the traditional custard tarts of Belém.
They can also plan a Portugal vacation that explores the country’s complex history. Visit Moorish alleyways in Évora, Roman ruins and a Baroque pilgrimage site in Braga, and the place where Henry the Navigator launched Portugal’s great nautical age. If you prefer landscapes, we can help you explore the storybook gardens and palaces of Sintra or the verdant volcanic islands of the Azores. We can also help you find the least-crowded beaches in the sunny Algarve.
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Suggested tours for Portugal
These tours give you a starting point for what your vacation to Portugal could entail. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.
Suggested activities for Portugal
Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Portugal.
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Kayaking at Furnas Lagoon ![Furnas Lagoon, São Miguel]()
Kayaking at Furnas Lagoon
The AzoresKayaking at Furnas Lagoon
A crater lake cradled by a dormant volcano, Furnas is surrounded by lush hills, geothermal fields and small villages. Paddle around the lake with a local guide to learn about its volcanic heritage as well as its plant and animal life.
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Mafra, Óbidos and Batalha ![Palace of Mafra, Portugal]()
Mafra, Óbidos and Batalha
LisbonMafra, Óbidos and Batalha
Get to grips with Portuguese history with the help of a private guide on this full-day tour from Lisbon that takes in the 14th-century Monastery of Batalha, a medieval hilltop village and the flamboyant Palácio Nacional de Mafra.
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Portuguese country cooking class ![Cooking cataplana, Algarve]()
Portuguese country cooking class
PortoPortuguese country cooking class
On this hands-on half-day activity, you’ll visit a family farm in the countryside and learn to cook authentic Portuguese dishes. You’ll get an insight into Portugal’s food traditions and typical ingredients, as well as learning the practical skills you’ll need to prepare the dishes back home.
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Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Portugal, including information about climate, events and festivals.
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Portugal in pictures
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![Coastline, Sagres]()
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![Sete Cidades, São Miguel]()
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![Padrão dos Descobrimentos, Belém]()
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![Portuguese mosaic, Lisbon]()
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![Torre de Belém, Belém]()
Torre de Belém
Our expert guides to traveling in Portugal
Written by our specialists from the viewpoint of their own travels, these guides will help you decide on the shape of your own trip to Portugal. Aiming to inspire and inform, we share our recommendations for how to appreciate Portugal at its best.
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A guide to Porto and the Douro Valley ![Douro River, Porto]()
A guide to Porto and the Douro Valley
A guide to Porto and the Douro Valley
There’s much more to Porto than the first four letters of its name, from walking tours to catamaran cruises. Portugal specialist Kevin shares his tips for exploring the city, and for spending time in the Douro Valley’s traditional towns and vineyards.
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Introducing the Azores ![Twin lakes, Sete Cidades, São Miguel]()
Introducing the Azores
Introducing the Azores
A clutch of volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic, the Azores boast a vast array of landscapes. Portugal team member Jess discusses highlights of the archipelago, including cheese and wine tastings and a volcano that emerged in the 1950s.
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Outdoors in Europe: Taking to the water ![Coastal view, Capri]()
Outdoors in Europe: Taking to the water
Outdoors in Europe: Taking to the water
While away your day on a private boat, admiring the hidden coves around Capri, or hike among the fantastical waterfalls deep in the heart of a Croatian park. Our European specialists suggest seven great ways to enjoy the continent’s waterways.
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Experiences in Spain & Portugal's wine regions ![Vineyard, La Rioja]()
Experiences in Spain & Portugal's wine regions
Experiences in Spain & Portugal's wine regions
Both Spain and Portugal are speckled with wine regions, from Spain’s northern Rioja region and Catalonia’s cava to the Douro Valley, which supplies Porto with its world-renowned port wines. Our specialists share their wine-tasting experiences, which can be planned into your tailor-made trip.
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Exploring Lisbon: a city guide ![Bairro Alto, Lisbon]()
Exploring Lisbon: a city guide
Exploring Lisbon: a city guide
In Lisbon, you can visit a Moorish castle, explore the impacts of the devastating 1755 earthquake with a local guide, and experience a live fado performance. Here, Portugal specialist Geoff shares how to get the most out of your visit.
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Eat your way around Portugal ![Cataplana, Algarve]()
Eat your way around Portugal
Eat your way around Portugal
Portuguese food isn’t as well known as Spanish cuisine, but it holds similar charms. Discover why locals prefer bacalhau to fresh cod, where people line up to get custard tarts and why a small town bakes phallic pastries.
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Best of Spain and Portugal ![Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid]()
Best of Spain and Portugal
Best of Spain and Portugal
A private tour of the Alhambra, sipping wine in the sunny Douro River Valley, and watching a flamenco performance in Seville. Spain and Portugal specialist Talia picks some of her top experiences when visiting the Iberian Peninsula.
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How to avoid the crowds in Europe ![Jura]()
How to avoid the crowds in Europe
How to avoid the crowds in Europe
People come from all over the world to see Europe’s many cities, landscapes and monuments. If you want to enjoy a trip without the crowds, our specialists suggest quieter, less-visited options from Scotland to Italy.
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Where you can enjoy the outdoors in Europe ![Train to the Mer de Glace, Chamonix]()
Where you can enjoy the outdoors in Europe
Where you can enjoy the outdoors in Europe
From the breathless heights of the French Alps to mirror-like lochs in Scotland’s Cairngorms to the turquoise waters of Italy, our specialists suggest the best destinations for you to enjoy the outdoors on your trip to Europe.
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