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Benjamin_B, May 2026
A great day trip to the beautiful Douro Valley with many culinary experiences
Loved our day, spent with our guide Tiago (and some wonderful folks also from N America). Tiago clearly has an extensive culinary background and was able to share his passions with us. He kept us on track, but didn’t miss a question, though he anticipated and answered most. The tour itself was constructed well, with various stops that were well-paced, without too much driving at any time. Both wineries were lovely and the last, which included lunch, was especially so. There were hints about surprises ahead, which were indeed surprises and very welcome. The lunch, which included generous offerings of appropriately paired wines, was delicious and the portions ample. Simply said, a great day overall, something we’d highly recommend if you wish to sample the best of the Douro Valley.
Maureen_N, May 2026
We spent a full day with...
We spent a full day with our guide Adriano exploring Sintra. Adriano contacted us in advance and arrived on time for our hotel pickup. He’s obviously very familiar with the route, where to park and how to navigate between the parks/palaces to avoid long lines, and optimize our schedule. He shared with us a vast amount of historical information, far more than I could ever absorb, but much appreciated.
Cathy_L, May 2026
Great tour and tour guide
We really enjoyed our tour of Sintra with Margarida. She is knowledgeable, personable and professional. She helped us navigate around long lines to quickly get us to points of interest, maximizing our time there. As a bonus, she’s a wonderful photographer and we now have beautiful pictures of us in Sintra as a keepsake.
Kelly_G, May 2026
Had a spectacular day...
Had a spectacular day exploring western Madeira with Jake! The stops were just amazing, the jeep ride was thrilling! Had a wonderful group to spend the day with so made it so fun. Loved seeing the stunning views from every angle, the diversity of scenery, from gorgeous coastines, to black rocks & beach to Fanal forest & breathtaking valleys. Really felt like we got to see so much of the island at a nice pace. Jake was a great driver & host of his island, made us all feel comfortable. Madeira is magical! A day to remember!
Karen_D, May 2026
Fantastic day out!
Brilliant tour around the West side of Madeira. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and answered our many questions fully.
He went out of his way to ensure that we and our lovely fellow travellers had a brilliant time. He made the day fun and gave us plenty of time to enjoy each of the stops.
The lunch that he recommended was delicious and plenty.
I would highly recommend this tour.
Leonid_U, May 2026
Excellent tour. Dean is a...
Excellent tour. Dean is a very knowledgeable and professional. Answered all our questions very patiently. We were lucky with the weather. We were able to see all lakes and other must see points. For this trip specifically make sure to pack some warmer clothes. Weather changes drastically along the route
Maritess_K, May 2026
Great boat experience!
It was a great experience of an hour boat tour. The ride was amazing. The people were friendly and welcoming. We missed our first tour due to flight delays. Fortunately, this company rebooked us for another time and it worked out really well. Don’t expect anyone to do the history brief for you. There is a QR code in different languages that you can select from and it will tell you about all the sights you’ll be passing by. If you want a relaxing boat experience for an hour this is the best tour for you. We booked the 10:30AM and there was not a lot of people and there was enough room for everyone. By the way, it was a bit windy but sunny and warm during that time.
Michael_P, Apr 2026
Old and new.
The experience stays close to the description and gives you a sense of old and new. I recommend doing it early in a trip here to get that overview perspective. A cool mix of things. Our guide Vasscho (spelling ???) was wonderful. He picked us up at 8 and we were done by 2. We paid the entrance and went into the castle and did the cable car.
Rosie_R, Apr 2026
Braga is amazing
Strongly recommend this tour as it is such good value for money. Our guide Thiago explained all the history and points of interest at every stop and the day passed so quickly as I had so much fun. It was nice to be guided through the stops and then have some free time in the beautiful old towns.
Caitlin_A, Apr 2026
Great way to see Lisbon, especially with Lucas
Two adults + two children ages 8 and 12 absolutely loved the tour. Lucas was exceptionally knowledgable on Lisbon including the history and the architecture. His love for his home city was evident throughout the tour.
We arrived in Lisbon for a half day on Saturday and then did this tour first thing on Sunday. It really helped us to understand the city’s layout and to get a sense for how else we were going to spend remaining free time in the city. Lucas set the bar high for other tours during our stay in Portugal and the family agreed we were glad we had him to kick off our vacation.
Usha_K, Jan 2026
Must Do Experience in Portugal
Just incredible place to visit while you are in Portugal. Well organized tour. Not recommended for those who have a hard time walking on uneven surfaces and there is a little climbing and trekking along the coast but very much worth it. The water was a bit chilly at the beach. I recommend going in late May or June if you want to swim. Guides and Driver was great.
Leslie_l, Dec 2025
Porto Day Trip
Great full‑day trip from Lisbon to Porto. Everything was smooth and well‑organized, and our guide Tiago was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Porto was beautiful, and the balance of guided time and free exploration was perfect. Highly recommended.
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Taking day trips in Portugal is one of the best ways to experience some of the top sights outside of the cities of Porto and Lisbon. Experience the heritage of making port wine in the Douro Valley, an easy trip from Porto. Or, get picked up in Lisbon and visit Sintra, a region dotted with former royal palaces and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Options further afield, yet still accessible as day trips, include a Jeep tour from Porto to Peneda-Gerês National Park, known for its hiking trails and scenic waterfalls.
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