Across Portugal

Pedro and his team from Across Portugal are an outstanding example of "professionalism , excellence in communication , and 5 star service " . Their attention to detail is superb .
We have traveled in 40 countries over the last 14 years , and as a result of Pedro's work , Portugal is right at the top of the list .
THANK YOU PEDRO !

I would concur with my husband. Pedro and his team were exceptional. The little surprises along the way added to our enjoyment. A charcuterie board at a wine tasting that others in the group did not get, a welcome box of goodies in our room, a daily note explaining the following days itinerary....the list goes on.

The holiday was seamless for us due to Pedro and his team's attention to detail.

A five star rating is the minimum I would give.

Hotel Reviews

Heritage Avenida Liberdade

Lisboa

Excellent staff service and facilities .

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In the heart of the city .

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NH Collection Porto Batalha

Porto

Inconsistency of staff performance reduces this rating to 4 stars . One day great , next day average . Facilities are average .

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M'ar de Ar Aqueduto

Évora

Amazing facilities .

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Cascade Wellness Resort

Lagos

Superb service .

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Hotel Cascais Miragem

Cascais

Facilities on a par with every deluxe hotel we have ever experienced .

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Activity Reviews

The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover

Porto

Sandeman Cellars is a wine lover's little piece of heaven .

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Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service

Portugal

WOW ! An experience of a lifetime . Our boat guide was outstanding . Incredible knowledge far beyond just the Valley . Our driver for the day had a personal love for the Valley that he infused into every minute of the trip .

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Half-Day Private Driver to Belém***

Lisbon

Marco was our driver and guide for 3 days . He is one of the best guides I have ever experienced across 40 countries . You felt like you were talking with your best friend at all times . Knowledgeable , articulate , personable and , intelligent .

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Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat

Portugal

Our boat guide was great . I cannot say enough about his knowledge of the flora and fauna of the Valley , and of the many vineyards along the way .

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Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch

Portugal

Quinta de Pacheca is not to be missed ! The luncheon was one of the finest culinary experiences of my 74 years .

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Step Back in Time with a Private Guided Tour of Évora and the Bones Chapel!

Portugal

Excellent knowledge held by the guide !

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Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings

Lisbon

Hugo was a great guide ! Outstanding knowledge and very personable .

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Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner

Lisbon

Outstanding meal . Restaurant staff passionate about faldo music and pleased to offer as much info about the performers as you could wish .

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Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service

Portugal

Wonderful insight into Portuguese history .

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See review of Marco under Belem .

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour

Porto

Simply excellent !

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We had a wonderful visit to Portugal and a great experience planning our trip with Joao from Kimkim. I have to commend Rui for going above and beyond by spending more time than planned in providing us our visits between Lisbon and Porto, knowing he still had to drive back later from Porto than expected. He was so kind to care more about us than himself.
We also had a wonderful trip to the Duoro valley with Ricardo. Ricardo also went out of his way by stopping at a couple points of interest we missed in Porto due to the bad weather one of our nights there. Both he and Rui shared a lot of history with us and also chatted about all kinds of topics. So pleasant to be in their company.
Sandra our Tuk Tuk driver was also a lot of fun. And Pedro in Porto was a wealth of historical knowledge. Nuno also provided a nice day with a hike and lunch in Serra da Estrella. Our othertour guides in Lisbon, Evora and Lagos were also very nice and informative but I unfortunately do not remember their names.
All of our accomodations were very nice and everyone who met with us were prompt and pleasant people.
Joao checked in on us daily and responded to us promptly from the very beginning of planning our trip to even after we arrived back home to the US. Our trip felt very personal even when we were in very busy areas that many other tourists go. This helped to reduce a lot of stress.
I would definitely use Kimkim travel specialists again. They even included a few surprise treats along the way.

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Cascais Miragem

Cascais

I have to say the turkish bath and sauna spa at this hotel is fabulous. The room was spacious and the bed was so very comfortable.

Hotel Britania Art Deco

Lisbon

The staff here were very polite and pleasant. The art deco decor made for nice and peaceful surroundings, taking you back in time. I want to also give extra kudos to the gentleman from Brazil ( whose name eludes me- perhaps Joseph ) who made us espresso martinis and made us feel very welcome.

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Restored to the art deco vintage style it was originally built.

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Centrally located

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Very pleasant and accomodating

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Pousada da Serra da Estrela - Historic Hotel

Covilha

Beautiful location and views. So peaceful.

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The hotel is a remodeled TB sanitorium, kept to mimic the austerity of the buildings origin, but designed to provide you a very peaceful and scenic surrounding.

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Portugal

We had many amazing private tours on our trip, but I wanted to review this one because our driver Rui went above and beyond in providing us the chance to include Tomar on our way from Lisbon to Porto. This took a lot of extra time, and never once did he seem perturbed to have exceeded our 5 hour trip. He also suggested a restaurant in Tomar that was like being in the Taverna's of old. The Convent of Christ's church was beautiful. Amazing to imagine how it was built so long ago.

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For us personally I think I would have liked to tour Tomar instead of Obidos

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Rui was very accomodating and not just worried about his time

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Nice clean Mercedes van

Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service

Portugal

We enjoyed our experience int he Douro Valley with a winery tour and lunch followed by a private boat ride on the river. The Pachega winery was a very nice place and scenic location. They shared with us some lovely wines during our tasting. Our driver took us to beautiful look outs too along the way.

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A great day

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Ricardo was a friendly and very accomodating driver

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The van was clean and very comfortable

The trip was well planned and well executed. It was a full schedule with a good variety of activities to see some of the highlights of Portugal, but also with enough unplanned/down time for us to explore and relax on our own. The guides were knowledgable and enjoyable company (special shout out to Claudia) and the arrangements were always on target. A highlight was the private tour, tasting and dinning at Pacheca vineyard which I am sure we could not have experienced on our own. Excellent experience across the board.

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Eurostars Porto Douro

Porto

Very nice room, excellent location, and a rooftop terrace with a view that can't be beat!

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Exploring the Art of Pastel de Nata on a A Hands-On Culinary Group Experience

Lisbon

Class was well done, a lot of fun, results were delicious, and I learned how to make Pastel de Nata. Looking forward to baking more soon!

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What a terrific trip. We had beautiful weather and a great itinerary. Pedro and his team had a very detailed schedule and the avenues to communicate worked extremely well. We had some mixed results with the guides. Our city guide in Lisbon on the second day was a little indifferent and unfortunately, the scheduled guide in Eveora had a sickness and we had a replacement who we were disappointed with. The drivers were excellent with kudos to Carlos, Ricardo and Ivo!

The accomodations were nice with the Miragem in Cascais being the best. I would rate after that one, Porto, Lisbon, Lagos and then Evora.

Driving the 2nd week worked well with only a little confusion leaving the car rental at the airport. Highlights include the 2 boat rides. Winery in Porto was OK, but, the second winery with lunch was excellent.

Thank you for all your assistance!

Hotel Reviews

PortoBay Liberdade

Lisbon

Nice hotel with helpful staff

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PortoBay Flores

Porto

Great location

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MouraSuites Hotel

Largo da Porta de Moura, 7000-647 Évora, Portugal

Smaller hotel with parking that was confusing. Very nice staff.

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Cascade Wellness Resort

Lagos

Beautiful setting, but, looking a little tired. Needs some TLC

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Hotel Cascais Miragem

Cascais

Incredible views and very nice accommodations

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To Eat Suggestion: O Faroleiro

Portugal

We had lunch there as we drove back. Didn't know it was the same that we had for dinner the last night in Cascais. No one was at the restuarant and our we thought it was closed. Our uber dropped us off a quarter mile passed.

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What a beautiful country! Loved our trip to Portugal! Pedro set everything up perfectly and communicated with our group regularly during the trip. It was fun getting to know our wonderful drivers especially Carlos and Ricardo who gave us many tips. The guides were top notch-loved Claudia, Ricardo, and Catarina. Special memories include the Fado dinner in Alfama, the Pena palace in Sintra, the view of the bridges and river in Porto, and our visit to wine country in the Douro valley. Can’t wait to come back again for a visit!❤️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Trip to Portugal!

Our trip to Portugal, planned by Pedro, was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. His attention to detail was outstanding — every hotel, driver, and activity was perfectly arranged. The accommodations were excellent, comfortable, and in ideal locations. The drivers were punctual, professional, and friendly, making every transfer smooth and enjoyable.

What truly made the trip unforgettable were our amazing tour guides, each knowledgeable and engaging — especially João, who brought the history and culture of Portugal to life with such warmth and enthusiasm.

We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thank you, Pedro, for creating such a beautifully organized and memorable journey

Hotel Reviews

Heritage Avenida Liberdade

Lisboa

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Cascade Wellness Resort

Lagos

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NH Collection Porto Batalha

Porto

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Grande Real Villa Italia

Cascais

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To Eat Suggestion: Pinóquio

Lisbon

One of the best meals we ate in Portugal .

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Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings

Lisbon

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Private Transfer from your hotel to a unique Fado Experience

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4-Hour Private Driver and Guide Tour of Belém with Jerónimos Monastery Visit

Lisbon

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Authentic Portuguese Cooking Class – 3-Hour Small Group Experience in Lisbon

Portugal

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour

Porto

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The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover

Porto

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Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service

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Private Douro River Escape: 1-Hour Exclusive Cruise

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Portugal

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Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service

Portugal

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Pedro organized an amazing 10-day itinerary for our group of six in Portugal. All accommodations and activities were perfect. Throughout the journey, Pedro maintained regular communication to ensure smooth progress and offered timely assistance as needed.
Pedro did an outstanding job coordinating and communicating with our drivers and tour guides. Claudia led our Lisbon Historic Odyssey Private Walking & Tastings tour; Ricardo guided us through Pena Palace; and Catarina provided insightful commentary on Porto's Historic Odyssey Private Walking Tour. Each guide shared valuable knowledge about local history, culture, landmarks, and restaurant recommendations.
Drivers Carlos and Ricardo were a joy to ride with. Both enjoyed sharing information about landmarks, city histories, and dining options.
The trip included numerous memorable experiences, such as:
• A day excursion to Sintra, including a tour of Pena Palace.
• An impressive Fado Dinner at Mesa de Frades Restaurant.
• The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience, featuring a boat journey along the Douro River and concluding with a private tour, tastings, and lunch at Quinta da Pacheca Winery.
• A Hands-On Culinary Experience Baking Pastel de Nata

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Hotel Reviews

Hotel Vincci Liberdade

Lisbon

fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations

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Great place to stay

Eurostars Porto Douro

Porto

fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations

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10 to 20 minute walk to majority of the activities in the city

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Hotel Cascais Miragem

Cascais

fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations

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To Eat Suggestion: Pinóquio

Lisbon

Their menu had many options to select from. We had a party of 6 and we all enjoyed our dinner.

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Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings

Lisbon

Catarina did an outstanding job of sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants

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Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner

Portugal

Our party of 6 enjoy the Portuguese culture Fado dinner experience. Highly recommend seeing this Fado experience.

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4-Hour Private Driver Service in Belém

Lisbon

Carlos was a joy to ride with. He enjoyed sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants.

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Discover Sintra with a Private Guide and Driver – 8-Hour Tour with Skip-the-Line Access to Pena Palace

Portugal

Ricardo was our guide for Pena Palace tour. He did an amazing job of explaining the history and culture

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Ricardo was an amazing tour guide

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Carlos was a joy to ride with. He enjoyed sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants

Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service

Portugal

Highly recommend doing this The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience.

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Ricardo was a joy to ride with. He enjoyed sharing landmarks, history of the cities we drove through and recommending restaurants

Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch

Portugal

The wine tour, tasting, and lunch were amazing. Wine and food were outstanding. I recommend this be a must stop in travel plans.

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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour

Porto

Claudia did an outstanding job of sharing the history of the city, culture, landmarks and recommending restaurants.

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The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover

Porto

Nice experience learning about Portugal's Port Wines.

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Exploring the Art of Pastel de Nata on a A Hands-On Culinary Group Experience

Lisbon

A fun experience learning how to bake Pastel de Nata.

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Private Douro River Escape: 1-Hour Exclusive Cruise

Portugal

A nice relaxing boat tour down the Douro River. Our guide did an amazing job of sharing the history of the area.

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Pedro did a great job putting together the itinerary for our group of 6. All the hotels had fabulous breakfast bar included and staff were helpful with recommendations. Pedro also arranged for our drivers - Carlos & Ricardo and tour guides - Claudia, Ricardo & Catarina who were all wonderful, sharing the history of the cities, culture, landmarks and recommending restaurants. Favorite restaurants - Tasca da Esquina - Lisbon (thx Pedro) and O Bolotas in Coimbra for roast pork sandwich, chips & sparkling wine (thx Ricardo). Top notch trip!!