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Discover the best that Porto has to offer during this private tour with a local host. Visit the city’s key landmarks, such as Clerigos Tower, the Sao Bento train station, the Dom Luis I Bridge, the famous Lello Bookstore. Get insider tips from your private guide and see a side of Porto that's usually reserved for locals. Plus, take away personalized recommendations to make your vacation shine.

Explore Lisbon’s famous hills without the physical effort required on a traditional bike tour. Electric bikes make it easier to reach panoramic viewpoints and historic neighborhoods while allowing you to cover more ground in less time. With a guide leading the way, you can focus on the city’s culture, history, and scenery rather than navigating steep streets and routes on your own.

Get an introduction to the coastal city of Lagos as you travel around in your own tuk-tuk. Alongside your private driver, discover several points of interest in Old and New Lagos such as the slave market, fortress, and churches. Your guide also takes you to the famous caves and beaches in the area including Camilo and Donna Ana.

Castelo de São Jorge (St. George’s Castle) is a Lisbon landmark and, at busy times of year, it has the lines to match. Guarantee entrance at the time of your choosing when you prebook this timed ticket package. Simply meet your coordinator outside the castle at the prearranged time and receive your tickets plus a map of the castle.

Explore Portugal beyond Lisbon with a half-day private wine-focused tour. Pick up from your hotel or address of choice in Lisbon and head out to visit two different wineries. Enjoy a guided tour of each winery and taste up to five different wines. Learn about the winemaking tradition in Portugal and the stories of the people behind the wineries.

For those who are new to Lisbon, this downtown tour is the perfect way to orient yourself. Meet your guide and group in the city center and walk along the ancient streets to uncover Lisbon’s rich history. This free walking tour covers Baixa and Chiado, including hidden gems and significant landmarks, with guides available in English and Spanish.

Explore Sintra’s UNESCO-listed landmarks without the hassle of navigating between its spread-out attractions on your own. Visit the colorful Pena Palace, stroll Sintra’s historic center, discover the gardens and tunnels of Quinta da Regaleira, and stop at Cabo da Roca and Cascais along the Atlantic coast. Hotel pickup and drop-off make it easy to see the region’s highlights in a single day.

The UNESCO-listed Douro Valley is one of Europe’s wine hot spots, but having to drive yourself between vineyards means you can’t indulge in many tastings. This half-day trip from Porto takes care of transportation by both land and water (a Douro River cruise is included), and takes you to the São Cristóvão do Douro Viewpoint for fantastic photo opportunities.

Explore the many palaces of Sintra, without stressing about transportation or waiting in long ticket queues, with this private and customizable tour. Tailor the itinerary to the sights that interest you most—from the royal retreats of Pena and Queluz Palaces to the historic towns of Sintra and Cascais, and beyond. This tour is great for first-time visitors who want an overview of the region without the stress of planning.

Visit the Catholic pilgrimage town of Fátima on a small-group tour from Lisbon that saves you the stress of aligning your visit with coach times. Go beyond the guidebook with insider knowledge from your guide as you explore the grounds of the Fátima Sanctuary, built on the site where the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared to three local children in 1917. Enjoy a mix of structured sightseeing and free time to experience the sanctuary and basilicas, as well as a guided tour of the homes of the three children—something many Fatima tours miss.

Cross into Spain for a full-day guided tour of Seville, one of Andalusia’s most captivating cities. Visit landmarks including the Real Alcázar, Seville Cathedral, María Luisa Park, Plaza de España, and the historic Santa Cruz neighborhood before enjoying free time to shop, sample local tapas, or continue exploring independently. Return to the Algarve after a day filled with history, architecture, and Spanish culture.

Take a step back in time to Portugal’s dark past and learn about the slave trade on this historical walking tour. Learn about Portugal’s ‘Age of Discovery’ and how the slave trade played a significant role in their success. See key sights in Lisbon as you listen to your guide recount the facts and stories of Portugal’s slave past.

While Porto is packed full of attractions, plenty moe lies beyond its city limits. Explore one of Portugal’s most holy sites, Fatima, and the university town of Coimbra on this insightful day trip from Porto, which takes care of travel logistics so that you don't have to. In Fatima, learn about the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary and the alleged Virgin Mary apparitions that have happened here. Then, enjoy time in Coimbra, where you will see many university students during an informative walking tour.

Succumb to Sintra's romantic, fairy tale allure with this full-day, small-group tour. This excursion allows you to travel to the UNESCO-listed town of Sintra to see its enchanting castles, the quaint seaside village of Cascais, and see the expansive views of Roca Cape in one day. Pickup and drop-off at centrally-located Lisbon hotels is included.

Experience the romance of Sintra without worrying about making your own way there on a full-day tour of the region’s UNESCO-listed monuments from Lisbon. Travel along the Atlantic Coast and visit the magnificent Pena Palace, which you'll enter via the gardens to avoid the crowds that gather at its main entrance. Enjoy spectacular views from Cabo da Roca, Europe’s westernmost point, and absorb the coastal charm of Cascais. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Zoom in on the finer details of Porto on a walking tour that ensures personalized attention by limiting numbers to only 15 other travelers. Admire top Porto attractions such as Porto Cathedral, Clerigos Church and Tower, and the UNESCO-listed Sao Bento Railway Station—and discover facts and stories about the city that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook.

Discover the urban culture of Lisbon as you embark on a street art walking tour through the city’s central neighborhoods. Join a small group and walk through Graça, Mouraria, and São Vicente to find vivid artworks and graffiti. Learn about Lisbon’s street art collectives and Portugal’s prominent street artists, and even contribute to the scene through a workshop.

Cap off a day in Lisbon with a leisurely sunset cruise along the Tagus River. Sip on a welcome drink while traversing the river past such landmarks as the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, then watch the setting sun cast golden rays across the city. On a calm evening, sailing the river is the perfect way settle yourself after a long day of travel.

See only the best of Porto on this essential guided walking tour, ideal for travelers on a time budget. With your expert guide taking care of navigation, explore Porto’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on foot so you can focus on the finer details. Discover Porto’s top sights, such as the Clerigos Tower and the São Bento Railway Station. See the city through the eyes of a local and enjoy a stroll.

Join this small group and learn all about Lisbon, the backstreets to a few of the most famous that you can’t miss, with your local guide who knows all the corners of the city. This will take approximately two hours, where you’ll be walking a lot, so wear comfortable shoes. Choose a morning or afternoon tour, and be ready to explore the city and learn about the culture and history too.

Check off many of Portugal’s historic highlights in a day with this tour. After a morning pickup, travel between dispersed sites in a comfortable vehicle. See popular Sintra highlights such as the spectacular Pena Palace more efficiently with a guide to navigate you through the crowds. Get ocean views at Cabo da Roca and stroll through the streets of Cascais.

Exploring Sintra’s scattered landmarks in one day can be difficult without transport and local insight. This full-day tour from Lisbon makes it easy to visit highlights such as Pena Palace and the village of Sintra. Continue to Cabo da Roca and Cascais, with round-trip transport included for a smooth, comprehensive day.

Journey to two of Portugal’s northernmost cities, Guimarães and Braga, on a day trip from Porto that helps you avoid the hassle of car hire. Meet your expert guide and set out for Guimarães, an UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. See the 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace. Next, venture to Braga, where you will go beyond the guidebook with insight from your guide. This is a great tour for Portuguese and European history buffs.

Embark on a half-day adventure through the lovely countryside of the Algarve. Led by an expert tour guide, this trip promises to be a feast for the senses. Immerse yourself in the region's rich culture and history as you make stops in Paderne and Alte. Prepare to be amazed by the stunning panoramic views. And for a truly unique experience, indulge in a taste of Medronho and sample some delicious honey, right at their place of origin.