Top Portugal Classes & Workshops - page 4

One of Portugal's most famous dishes is the pastel de nata, or custard tart. This delicious dessert can be found in every cafe around the country but you can learn to prepare the tasty treat during a hands-on cooking class right in the heart of Lisbon. You also learn to make another Portuguese pastry, making this class a 2-for-1 special.

Enjoy a hassle-free Lisbon airport or port private arrival transfer to your Lisbon, Cascais, or Estoril hotel. This private door-to-door Lisbon airport transportation can accommodate groups of up to eight people. Simply meet your friendly and professional driver and travel to your destination in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Immerse yourself in the art of Azorean cooking and learn to make traditional dishes from the region during your time in Terceira. Head to an outdoor location for your private class and prepare the traditional Alcatra dish, a type of slow-cooked pot roast, along with bread and sausages. Enjoy a few nibbles, drinks, and games while you wait for your food to cook and then tuck into your feast.

With so much to see in Lisbon, trying to cover the top sights can mean hours of walking—which is especially tiring in the "City of Seven Hills." Save time and energy with a private tour by sidecar, and head directly to highlights such as the 16th-century Tower of Belem, the Jerónimos Monastery, and the charming districts of Alfama, Bairro Alto, and Chiado. As you cruise through the city, soak up the sights, and gain a local's perspective from your guide.

Get your adrenaline pumping and learn how to hang ten with this 1.5-hour private surf lesson for two on Matosinhos Beach. With classes taught by qualified instructors in four different languages, the Surf School is the best spot to try surfing for the first time or brush up on your existing skills. Gorgeous  Matosinhos Beach has a long strip of sand and safe wave conditions, making this the perfect place for beginners. We’ll provide all the necessary gear, all you need to do is show up ready to learn.

Create your own souvenir to remember your time in Porto during this watercolor workshop. Join a small group and learn how to manipulate the paints to create your very own artwork. Your teacher shows you the techniques used to make a beautiful painting and assists you while you paint the Porto landscape.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Évora and taste Alentejo's famous wine on a tour that takes you to parts of Portugal that many travelers miss. See top attractions in Évora, such as the São Francisco church and the Bone Chapel, and hilltop village of Monsaraz, where whitewashed houses overlook the vast Alqueva Lake.

Soar over the beautiful Portuguese countryside in a hot air balloon on this 3-hour tour. Make your own way to the town of Coruche and watch the balloon fill up with air before you embark on your balloon adventure. Take in the beautiful landscapes down below and enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne when you land.

Hang ten during this small-group surfing lesson in beautiful Sagres. Kids or adults of virtually any age will enjoy learning how to ride waves like the pros with expert surf instructors and will appreciate the personalized attention. After, enjoy lunch near the beach. This package includes two 1.5-hour surfing lessons.

Travel between Lisbon Airport and the city of Lisbon with ease via this private round-trip transfer. Get picked up at the airport in Lisbon and receive luggage assistance. Skip the hassle of waiting for a taxi and relax during the journey to your hotel. When your trip is finished, return back to the airport with the same service. Drivers are available 24 hours a day, and flight time monitoring is included with this service.

Get even more into the holiday spirit during your time in Madeira on this magical Christmas lights tour aboard a classic car. With a private driver-guide, drive around Funchal in search of the beautiful lights that adorn the city. Because of Madeira’s temperate weather, you’re able to drive with the top down for unobstructed views of the lights.

Lisbon is considered home to some of Portugal’s most impressive attractions and landmarks, but exploring on foot cuts into valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, spin through the city in style by tuk tuk—and save time and effort. Hit top attractions such as the 17th-century Church of Sao Roque and the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara with your guide—with time to hop out and explore on foot.

Whether you’re just learning to ride a board or honing life-long surfing skills, this private surfing lesson promises to enhance your time on Portugal’s Atlantic coast—hailed as one of the best places to surf in Europe. Your private instructor will customize your lesson according to your ability and experience.

Eating well in Porto is easy; understanding how its most beloved dishes come together is more of a mystery. This chef-led experience starts at the landmark Bolhão market to source fresh ingredients, then moves to the kitchen for a hands-on tapas-making class. After the work is done, sit down to enjoy your dishes paired with wine.

Pedro runs an organic grocery store, known for its freshest, local produce. He is a lifelong worker in the food business – hospitality, food and beverage, catering, organic food retail and now hosting cooking classes at home. Pedro passion is eating good food - simple cooking, made with quality ingredients and whenever possible organic. This passion for food, ingredients and cooking is what Pedro hopes to share with traveler’s visiting Algarve.

Learn how to make delicious cocktails with port wine during this workshop at the Espaço Porto Cruz. Discover the history of port wine and the winemaking process at Espaço Porto Cruz from your instructor. Sample the two ports that are used and then use them to create the Caipiporto and Spicy pink cocktails which you can enjoy at the terrace lounge overlooking the Douro River.

Pastel de nata is easily one of Portugal’s most famous foods and this cooking class teaches you how to make the sweet treat from scratch. Join a small group in a local home to begin your lesson. Learn to make the pastry and the filling and while your dessert is baking, your host will regale you with the story of how this pastry came to be.

Rather than buying souvenirs to take home from Terceira, enjoy the personalized alternative of creating your own with this private weaving lesson at a local cabin. Everything you need is provided—such as yarns and weaving tools—and an instructor leads you through a variety of ancient weaving techniques. After practicing your skills, you can take your finished creation home with you.

Escape the bustle of the city for Costa da Caparica, a beach area south of Lisbon. This combo tour includes a surf lesson and yoga class, both with qualified instructors, providing an opportunity for you to enjoy a healthy and active experience during your time in Portugal—the perfect way to appreciate the country’s natural beauty.

While most tourists experience local cuisine through restaurants, this private cooking class takes you one step further and completely immerses you in Portuguese gastronomy. Learn to prepare and enjoy a traditional meal while hearing local stories in a charming 100-year-old house nestled in a scenic valley just outside of Lisbon. With fresh, seasonal ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere, this is a true taste of Portugal beyond the city.

Learn how to cook a traditional Portuguese meal from start to finish during this 3-hour private class. Step into the home of a local and create a classic 3-course meal with help from your host. Make dishes like a potato and kale soup, Portuguese ham with clams, and rice pudding. Then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor with your host and a glass of local wine.

Level up your time in Lisbon with this hands-on cooking class—a cultural and gastronomic adventure you can take home with you. Over the course of several hours, you’ll follow your chef through a variety of “petisco” recipes, or tasty small bites. Drinking good wine, trying your hand at Portuguese cooking methods, and learning new skills, you’ll get an experience that will last much longer than any souvenir.

Take your private group to a classic pastry-making class during your time in Lisbon. Learn how to make the world-famous ‘pastel de nata’ during this hands-on experience. Spend your Sunday morning whipping up these delicious pastries with your closest friends and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Satisfy your sweet tooth and make traditional Portuguese pastry in this hands-on class led by a pastry chef. You’ll be able to learn recipes for two different pastries such as pastel de nata (a custard tart), Abbot of Priscos pudding, Ovos Moles de Aveiro (egg yolk sweets), Portuguese Almond Cake, and others. After the class, enjoy the treats with beverages.