Portugal Tours & Trips 2020
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Travel Style
Travel Style
Relaxed A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full on For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Mixed You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Trip Type
Trip Type
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided / Independent Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Vacation / Holiday Package Similar to a self guided tour, this usually involves a home base, such as a hotel or resort, with packaged activities and day tours as a part of the stay.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Itinerary Focus
Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
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Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
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Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Continents Visited
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Treasures of Portugal
- Walking Tour of Porto
- Visit the Royal Palace (Coimbra)
- Enjoy beautiful view of Marvao Medieval Village
- Visit Fatima
- Visit the Cathedral and Cloisters of Evora
- Enjoy Wine Tasting (Evora)
- Explore Belem Riverside District (Lisbon)
- Obidos Medieval Fortress
- Fado Show with Dinner
Portugal Real Food Adventure, featuring Galicia

- Seek out the best fresh seafood in Vigo’s lively fish market, then learn to cook some classic Galician dishes for a hearty lunch.
- Tour the steep terraces of the Douro Valley’s riverside vineyards and stop in at a couple of wineries to sip and swirl local varieties.
- Travel inland to an agriturismo in the Alentejo region and spend the night on a local farm, complete with a hearty dinner made with fresh produce.
- Get into the swing of glamorous but relaxed Lisbon by sampling local favourite ginjinha, a cherry liqueur, with the locals.
- Immerse yourself in Porto’s multicultural neighbourhoods during a walking and snacking tour, starting with a flaky pastry breakfast and ending with a glass of (what else) port.
Portugal’s Golden Cities
- Enjoy sweeping views of Lisbon from São Jorge Castle, a Moorish wonderland that sits perched upon a hilltop overlooking the city.
- Explore the grounds of the historic University of Coimbra, Portugal's oldest university.
- In Coimbra, hear the haunting melodies of Portugese Fado, sung only by men.
- Indulge in Portugal's famous cuisine. Be sure to try bacalhau, caldo verde, and pastel de nata.
- Treat yourself to a ride down Porto's Douro River, enjoying scenic valley views and indulging in a glass (or two) of local wine.
Explore Spain & Portugal

- Get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the Albaicin in Granada before crossing the river to visit the imposing Moorish fortress of the Alhambra.
- Unwind in a laidback fishing town in the Algarve, soaking up the sun on the beach and enjoying an included boat trip around the rocky cliffs of the coast.
- Join pilgrims along the last leg of the famous Camino de Santiago journey as they reach the historic cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
- Pulsing with quirky and vibrant art and architecture, walking the streets of Barcelona is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the unique culture of Catalonia.
- Sit back, relax and watch the water flow by in one of Porto’s river restaurants while you sample a couple of varieties of the city’s signature wine – port!
Madrid to Marrakech

- Wander around Salamanca's Plaza Mayor at night, lit up to reveal its intricate architecture
- Fado is an emotional form of Portuguese music which often expresses the hard realities of the daily life, balancing both resignation and hopefulness. Enjoy unforgettable Fado performance in Coimbra.
- Make the most of your time in Lisbon. This city has so many sights on offer; beautiful museums, monuments and parks, as well as its famous trams, bars and restaurants.
- The Algarve in Portugal is the perfect middle point of the trip. Buy some fresh local produce in the morning market to enjoy while soaking up the sun on gorgeous beaches. In the evening enjoy a sunset over the Atlantic Ocean from our accommodations roof top terrace.
- Feel adventurous as you cross the strait of Gibraltar between Spain and Morocco, leaving Europe behind for Africa. Land softly in Chefchaouen, our first stop in Morocco. Wake up to the call for prayer, enjoy local fresh produce breakfast and head out to explore this beautiful blue mountain village on foot.
- Relive a glorious medieval past in Fes city. While many tourists get lost in the labyrinthine streets of the medina, you'll have a local guide to show you the way
- Where else would you find drummers, dancers, fortune tellers, jugglers and old medicine men in one place? Marrakech is the perfect place to share a final group meal and stock up on treasures in the city's colourful souqs
Classic Spain & Portugal

- Gaze in awe at the artistic feats of the Spanish masters in Madrid, and experience a different sort of mastery with a fiery flamenco performance in Seville.
- Unwind in a laidback fishing village in the Algarve on Portugal's scenic south coast. Soak up the sun on a beach and enjoy a cocktail-coloured sunset over the Atlantic Ocean.
- People from all over the world come to Spain to walk the famous Camino de Santiago. Join pilgrims along the last leg of the journey, as they reach the historic cathedral in Santiago de Compostela.
- The fortified medieval city of Pamplona is a great place to discover on foot. Weave through the city's winding alleyways to the immense Gothic Cathedral and walk down the street of the famous bull run.
- Logrono is bursting with delicious local produce and wine, just waiting to be enjoyed on an included tapas crawl. Delicioso!
Sunny Portugal Estoril Coast, Alentejo & Algarve
- Experience local cuisine and wine and immerse yourself in the moving sounds of Fado.
- Indulge in a tasting of the Alentejo region's wines during a winery tour.
- Spend the night in the heart of the Alentejo region among vineyards and farmland.
- Stop in historic Evora, known as the "Museum City of Portugal."
- Venture to Lagos, where Prince Henry the Navigator began his explorations.
- Spend three nights on the sunny coast of the Algarve.
- Stay three nights at a coastal resort on the Portuguese Riviera.
- Tour Lisbon, Portugal's capital that overlooks the Tagus River.
The Azores Jewels of Portugal
- Experience a truly unique Cozido das Furnas lunch in Furnas valley.
- Sample cheeses and get an inside look into production at a family-owned cheese factory.
- Visit a local bakery that makes queijadas, a pastry made with egg yolks.
- Traverse the entire rim of the Sete Cidades caldera and gaze upon the twin lakes from Lagoa do Canario viewpoint.
- Delight in an exclusive visit to the Terra Nostra Tea House for lunch.
- Spend 2 nights in the eco-friendly lava stone houses of Aldeia da Fonte.
- Discover Pico’s volcanic vineyards and sample its exclusive wines.
- Descend into Algar do Carvao, an ancient lava tube, with a local expert.
- Admire views of Pico Volcano, the highest point in Portugal.
Portuguese Camino

- Journey this mostly coastal walk to Santiago de Compostela – a lesser-known trail with fewer pilgrims along the way.
- Feast on some of the best Spanish seafood and Albarino wine in Arcade, on a substantial lunch stop on the way to Pontevedra.
- Trek a fair distance each day, but be able to relax along the way, with dedicated rest days in seaside Vigo and inland Caldas de Reis.
- Visit one of the bodegas (wineries) in the region of Caldas de Rei and have the opportunity to soak in the renowned hot springs in the area.
- Explore the marvels of Saint James’s resting place at the Cathedral de Santiago and the medieval old town surrounding as a reward for conquering this journey
Portugal & Its Islands featuring the Estoril ...
- Experience a truly unique "cozido das furnas" lunch in Furnas Valley.
- Learn the secrets of Azorean cuisine with an interactive cooking demonstration.
- Celebrate your Madeiran adventure with entertainment and a traditional dinner known as an espetada.
- Enjoy a tasting of Madeira wine, known for its sweet, fortified flavors.
- Experience the beauty of Portugal’s Riviera with visits to Cascais and Estoril.
- Gaze upon the pristine twin lakes of Sete Cidades.
- Discover the bountiful crops of the region at pineapple and tea plantations.
- Tour Lisbon and uncover its treasures including the impressive Tower of Belem.
- Explore the island of Madeira, known as the "Pearl of the Atlantic."
- Discover stunning St. Michael, the largest of the Azorean islands.
- Immerse yourself in the vast history of Sintra’s National Palace.
Sunny Portugal Estoril Coast, Alentejo & Algarve
- Taste the wines of the Alentejo region during a winery tour.
- Savor the flavors of the Algarve with a tasting menu featuring iconic local dishes, liquors and pastries.
- Spend the night in Evora, known as the "Museum City of Portugal."
- Enjoy a leisurely 3-night stay on the sunny coast of the Algarve.
- Take advantage of a free day in the Algarve.
- Tour Lisbon, Portugal's capital overlooking the Tagus River.
- Venture to Lagos, where Prince Henry the Navigator began his explorations.
- Admire the stunning Cape of St. Vincente, where 200 foot cliffs plunge into the ocean.
Spain, Portugal & Morocco

- Experience a memorable Fado performance in Coimbra – an emotional form of Portuguese music expressing the hard realities of the daily life and balancing both resignation and hopefulness.
- Soak up the sun on the Portuguese coast's gorgeous beaches along the Algarve, walking across rocky cliff tops, exploring remote coves and taking in a sunset over the Atlantic Ocean with your small group.
- Relive a glorious medieval past in in the labyrinthine streets of Fes city, and discover the cultural capital, Marrakech, through its people – drummers, dancers, fortune tellers, jugglers and medicine men.
- Scale the High Atlas Mountains and trek through scenic Berber villages, spending a night in a traditional Berber homestay to get a true sense of rural Moroccan life.
- Travel through the Sahara in a camel convoy, sleeping under a blanket the North African stars and enjoy an evening beside the campfire listening to traditional Bedouin tales.
Spain & Portugal Real Food Adventure

- Be surrounded by the culture of Catalan cooking (and by jamon hanging from the ceiling) in Barcelona’s many delis
- Local, fresh produce is at the heart of Catalan food – get a chef’s insight into the best ingredients at Santa Caterina market
- Sip a glass of famous Rioja in the unique surrounds of Laguardia – in the centuries old cellars beneath the medieval walled town
- Uncover the local specialties of Asturia and Galicia, sampling true Asturian cider poured in the traditional style, and eating fresh Galician mussels straight from the sea in A Coruna
- Few places know how to do a farmers market better than Potes – it’s been happening here in the same spot since the 1200s
- Cook up a Galician feast using Vigo's finest seafood
- Sip world-class wines in the spectacular Douro Valley wine region
- Discover why Alentejo is Portugal’s best kept foodie secret on a farmstay
- Stand around with the Lisbon locals and enjoy a tipple of cherry liqueur
Sunny Portugal Estoril Coast, Algarve & Alentejo
- Experience local cuisine and wine and immerse yourself in the moving sounds of Fado.
- Indulge in a tasting of the Alentejo region's wines during a winery tour.
- Spend the night in the heart of the Alentejo region among vineyards and farmland.
- Stop in historic Evora, known as the "Museum City of Portugal."
- Venture to Lagos, where Prince Henry the Navigator began his explorations.
- Tour Lisbon, Portugal's capital that overlooks the Tagus River.
- Stay three nights in a resort in the foothills of Portugal’s Sintra Mountains.
- Spend three nights in the sunny Algarve region.
Portugal & Its Islands featuring the Estoril ...
- Experience a truly unique cozido das furnas lunch in Furnas Valley.
- Learn the secrets of Azorean cuisine with an interactive cooking demonstration.
- Celebrate your Madeiran adventure with entertainment and a traditional dinner known as an espetada.
- Enjoy a tasting of Madeira wine, known for its sweet, fortified flavors.
- Experience the beauty of Portugal’s Riviera with visits to Cascais and Estoril.
- Discover the bountiful crops of the region at pineapple and tea plantations.
- Gaze upon the pristine twin lakes of Sete Cidades.
- Tour Lisbon and uncover its treasures including the impressive Tower of Belem.
- Discover stunning St. Michael, the largest of the Azorean islands.
- Explore the island of Madeira, known as the "Pearl of the Atlantic."
- Immerse yourself in the vast history of Sintra’s National Palace.
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Top Portugal Experiences and Attractions
Top Portugal Experiences
Exploring Evora, a small old town with numerous historic structures
Cruising the Azores, an archipelago consisting of 9 volcanic islands. Whale watching is one of the popular activities
Sipping a glass of wine in Porto, known for its port wine production
Taking a Portugal walking tour through beautiful areas tasting local food
Relaxing in the sunny Mediterranean climate on the beaches of Algarve
Visiting Lisbon, Portugal’s picturesque capital
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