Top Activities on the Ground in Portugal - page 3

Discover the rich history and traditions of Coimbra and its ancient university during this guided tour. Join your dedicated tour guide and walk around the campus of Portugal’s oldest university, visiting the Royal Palace, chapel, the assembly room, and the stunning Joanina Library. Then, venture out to the city to see key landmarks including the cathedral, the Barbican Gate, and the Santa Cruz Monastery.

This full-day e-bike tour from Lisbon takes you through Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Instead of being stuck in a vehicle, cycle past unique palaces and lush forests before descending to wild beaches and the Atlantic coast. Cover around 25 miles (40 kilometers) effortlessly with the help of premium e-bikes with included train tickets, helmet, bottled water, and insurance. Enjoy a break for lunch in Azóia village and end the day in the seaside town of Cascais before returning to Lisbon by train.

Immerse yourself in the world of traditional Portuguese Fado music with this combination of a tour, dinner, and a live music evening. First, learn about the history of the genre with a guided walk through Alfama and Mouraria districts. The tour continues to a traditional Fado house where you can watch talented performers as you feast on a typical Portuguese dinner including couvert, main course options, dessert, and a drink.

Visit remote places up in the mountains outside Coimbra that take a 4-wheel-drive vehicle to reach on this private tour of the schist villages around Lousã Mountain. Drive up into the mountains to see a series of these scenic villages made of shale stone, some of which will involve hiking to reach and passing through forest home to local wildlife. Places on this tour are limited to travelers.

Escape Porto for a full-day adventure in Peneda-Gerês National Park, Portugal’s only national park. Travel with a local guide beyond the typical tourist routes to discover mountain viewpoints, hike scenic trails, swim beneath a refreshing waterfall, and enjoy a picnic in a secluded natural setting. Hotel pickup and drop-off make it easy to experience one of Portugal’s most spectacular landscapes.

Go where cars can’t on a cycling tour of Porto and the Atlantic coastline. Escape the crowded city center and swap the bustle for tranquil pine forests and the beach, as you pedal at your own pace and receive personalized attention in a small group limited to only 12 other travelers.

Jump, rappel, slide, and more on this small-group canyoning adventure at the Salto do Cabrita waterfall. You’ll depart from Ponta Delgada, and when you reach the canyoning area, you’ll have a safety check and briefing. You’ll have wetsuits, helmets, and all your canyoning gear supplied to keep you safe and secure. Your guide will take you through the canyon, showing you the best way to navigate the adventure.

Embrace your adventurous side outside the busy city of Oporto: join us on a day tour that combines kayaking, tasty food/wine, a beautiful waterfall, surrounded by mountain landscapes and amazing places to swim! The journey begins with a 4x4 pick-up at the pre-selected meeting point, joining a small group of like-minded adventurers. Start your day in the National Park with a beginner-friendly kayak experience on the serene Caniçada Lake (approx. 1h30m). Enjoy a morning of paddling with the magnificient landscapes as your background. Take a pit stop on a small sandy beach to swim, relax and try a stand-up paddleboard. Savour a traditional meal in a local and welcoming restaurant with fair, delicious food and vinho verde included. After lunch, we take a short walk to a magical waterfall —perfect for grounding yourself in nature or enjoying a refreshing swim.

Stroll Lisbon’s historic, culture-filled cobblestone streets on a small-group guided walking tour. Walk the city’s oldest quarter, Moorish Alfama, elegant Chiado, and monumental Baixa. This Lisbon walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want to experience the city’s rich culture while checking off must-see landmarks such as the Carmo church and Commerce Square. Plus, walk to some of the city’s best cafés and boutiques.

Appease your thirst for Port wine and learn about its production during this half-day walking tour in Porto. With your wine expert guide, visit multiple wine lodges and taste various Ports; learn how to identify the difference between Port families and how to taste them like a professional. Visit an interactive museum and a traditional wine cellar to learn about the history, harvest, and production of the wines of the Douro Valley. All tastings included.

Reaching the sights in Sintra and Cascais by rental car or public transport can be a hassle. Instead, see Portugal's natural and architectural wonders stress-free with this small-group, guided tour directly from Lisbon. Experience the natural wonders of Pena Park with a guided tour and enjoy a visit inside Pena National Palace (if option with tickets is selected). Use your free time in Sintra to take in the highlights, then drive along the Atlantic Coast past the bluffs of Roca Cape to Cascais for a leisurely walk through town to its scenic beaches.

Venture along the Atlantic coast in the beautiful Algarve region on this 3-hour guided kayak trip in Lagos. Discover one of the region’s most exciting coastal activities as you stroke along and see unparalleled views of ancient grottoes and caves. Kayak to these marvels for an up-close and personal experience and see why the Algarve region is so popular for weekend travelers around the globe.

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.

A meet-and-greet service gets your trip off to a good start. Whatever time of day or night you arrive in Lisbon, your private driver will be waiting at the airport to take you straight to your destination. Avoid the hassle and discomfort of haggling with taxi drivers and travel in a modern, well-equipped car.

The Douro Valley’s landscapes are replete with vineyards and bounteous produce: sip and sample the best of the region’s culinary offerings on this full-day tour from Porto. Alongside your guide, visit wine estates and spectacular viewpoints. See, too, the beauty of the Douro River during a boat ride and enjoy lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant.

Ensure you check off all of Sintra's UNESCO-listed highlights on this full-day tour from Lisbon. Beat the crowds as you travel with a small group and visit top attractions, including Pena National Palace and Quinta da Ragaleira. You also have free time to explore Sintra's city center, perhaps stopping for a tasty Portuguese lunch (own expense) or sampling the local "travesseiro" pastry.

Discover the best that Lisbon has to offer as you embark on a walking tour through the city center. With a private guide, visit the top sights and areas of the city including the ancient neighborhood of Alfama, the ornate Santa Justa lift, the bohemian neighborhood of Bairro Alto, and the Graça viewpoint. While you explore, your guide provides insights into the history and culture of Lisbon and Portugal.

Enjoy a relaxing ride along the Tagus River in Lisbon during this small-group bike tour. Hop on your electric bike and pedal from the city center all the way to the historic neighborhood of Belem with ease. See some of the city’s key landmarks such as the April 25th Bridge, the Jeronimos Monastery, the Belem Tower, and the Monument of the Discoveries, and admire the passing views.

Explore Porto's riverside, parks, and Atlantic coastline on a private e-bike tour designed around your interests. Glide comfortably from the historic center across the Douro River to Vila Nova de Gaia before continuing to the beaches and waterfront of Foz do Douro. With electric assistance handling the hills, you'll cover more of the city while enjoying a relaxed sightseeing pace.

Navigating Lisbon’s hilly terrain can be difficult without some sort of vehicle. On this small-group tour, explore the city’s seven hills using an electric bike and avoid becoming fatigued. Pedal through Lisbon’s oldest neighborhoods and narrow streets, learning about the rich history and culture of the Portuguese capital from your tour guide.

Being able to enjoy a cultural, gastronomic, mountain hiking experience, and the history and biodiversity of the island as a real place. Our activity will take you to eat like a local, in the restaurants that locals go to. Eat a regional kebab, drink a poncha, all this as a true Madeiran does, along trails little used by those who visit us. Get to know the story told by a certified guide born and raised on the island. Have a social and economic impact on local communities, thus bringing sustainability to our activity.

Exploring Portugal's scenic countryside and historic villages by rental car or public transportation can be a chore. Leave the driving to an expert on this small-group guided day trip to Fátima, Óbidos, and Nazaré from Lisbon. Discover the moving pilgrimage site of Fátima, plus visit the medieval town of Óbidos and seaside village of Nazaré. You'll have ample time to marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Batalha Monastery and savor coastal and inland views with time-saving round-trip transport.

Bicycling with a guide through Porto ensures you’ll explore the best bike routes through the coastal city. Cycle alongside the river and discover old neighborhoods in the historical center, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about its economic significance as a port city and pass between two lovely city parks.

See Lisbon’s top attractions on this private walking tour. Learn about Portugal’s captivating capital as you visit key sights, including Rossio Square, the glamorous Chiado district, and Restauradores Square with your own personal guide. Get to the heart of the old Moorish district of Alfama, where tumbledown houses, cobbled alleys and Lisbon Fado Music await, with a stop along the way to sample local treats and wine.