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Espíritu Travel

Espíritu Travel is a dedicated team in the know about travel and the destinations that we offer. We specialize in creating outstanding and life-enriching experiences for individuals who want to have an independent and innovative trip. We’ll provide insightful, straightforward travel advice and an organized bespoke trip plan so that your time away is perfect.

Everything we do is custom-made, led by the needs and wishes of our clients. So our role is to ensure that your travels are filled with moments of discovery and indulge your curiosity about the destination. With us, you’ll see the place in a different light and discover things you won’t find out about any other way.

Espíritu Travel is part of the following groups: Italy Travel Agents, Portugal Travel Agents, Spain Travel Agents

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Lisbon, Porto & the Algarve - 10 Days
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Best of Lisbon & Porto - 7 Days
This seven-day adventure is the perfect introduction to Portugal for first-timers. Over a week, you'll explore Lisbon's exciting food and culture scene, take scenic day trips to...
Ultimate Portugal Tour: Lisbon, Porto, The Algarve, Douro Valley & More - 14 Days
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Recent Trip Reviews for Espíritu Travel

Amazing Portugal trip
Portugal | Jun 1 - Jun 9, 2025

Bonnie
Bonnie W.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2025
The food tour in Porto was amazing and the CoolTours Sintra day trip is a must do. Kim Kim plans a great trip! Read more

The food tour in Porto was amazing and the CoolTours Sintra day trip is a must do. Kim Kim plans a great trip!

Hotel Reviews
MeraPrime Gold Design Hotel
Lisbon

Great location but small rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy walking distance to many sights, hotels, and shops.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms are the typically smaller size rooms in the older areas of Europe. It was safe and clean.
Costa D’Oiro Ambiance Village
8600-544

Love the location and the very spacious rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We could walk to the main plaza with many shops and restaurants.
Staff
Everyone was very friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa dos Lóios by Shiadu
Porto

Great service, clean and excellent location. They also had an amazing breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You can walk to many of the main sights and there are plenty of places to eat within walking distance also.
Staff
Everyone was very friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Discover Sintra and Quinta de Regaleira
Discover Sintra and Quinta de Regaleira
Lisbon

An amazing tour and amazing sights. I would recommend this tour to anyone. Rui was our guide and he was phenomenal.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Porto's Culinary Scene and Bolhao Market
Explore Porto's Culinary Scene and Bolhao Market
Porto

One of favorite tours ever! We loved everything we tried and the guide was great.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Beatriz De Pablo Rocha

Our trip was great. We really appreciate Hec...
Spain | Jun 15 - Jun 28, 2025

Jenny
Jenny G.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2025
Our trip was great. We really appreciate Hector's assistance with the planning. All of our guides were great, with Nuno being the BEST on our daytrip to Cascais and Sintra! He was informative, kind and entertaining. Our second favorite guide was Rachel on our Cominito Del Rey tour. For the most part our drivers were also fantastic, with the exception of Julio. We had to wait a little bit for him to pick us up (even though he said he was there) but what was most disappointing was that he... Read more

Our trip was great. We really appreciate Hector's assistance with the planning. All of our guides were great, with Nuno being the BEST on our daytrip to Cascais and Sintra! He was informative, kind and entertaining. Our second favorite guide was Rachel on our Cominito Del Rey tour. For the most part our drivers were also fantastic, with the exception of Julio. We had to wait a little bit for him to pick us up (even though he said he was there) but what was most disappointing was that he clearly was not well. He coughed and sniffled repeatedly and very frequently spat out the window. I'm pretty sure as a result of his apparent symptoms our daughter who was sitting directly behind him fell ill during our trip. In fact, there were sputum tracks on the passenger side window from his spitting.

Hotel Review
BessaHotel Liberdade
Lisboa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Concierge was super helpful. Breakfast waitstaff were very kind to refill our water bottles each day for our adventures. We love the wonderful fragrance in the hotel lobby.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Day Excursion to Caminito del Rey
Day Excursion to Caminito del Rey
Spain

We really enjoyed this excursion. Rachel, our guide was also very good and knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Málaga Wine & Gourmet Experience
Málaga Wine & Gourmet Experience
Málaga

The tour was ok but not our favorite. I'm not sure I would call this a Wine and Gourmet experience. We had sangria but no wine. Actually, I think it was considered a Tapas tour.

Quality of Experience
It might be nice to be able to choose from menu items ( especially if you have a picky eater, like my son)
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Family Friendly Seville City Tour
Family Friendly Seville City Tour
Spain

We had great tour of Seville. Our guide was very knowledgeable and clearly had a passion for history. There were a few discrepancies from the description in our itinerary and the actual tour which was fine but not sure if we actually covered all that was intended.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Algarve Kayaking Trip to Benagil Caves
Algarve Kayaking Trip to Benagil Caves
Spain

Super cool experience. Our kids loved the kayak tour and seeing the caves.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Spain

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED Nuno!! As I mentioned before, Nuno was our favorite guide.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tuk-Tuk Tour
Guided Tuk-Tuk Tour
Spain

This was our least liked experience as it was difficult to take in the sights. It may have been better if both seats faced forward. (we faced each other). Our guide, however, was easy to hear as he had a headset.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Lisbon Fado Dinner Experience
Lisbon Fado Dinner Experience
Spain

Great production.

Food
Get to know Porto by E-bike
Get to know Porto by E-bike
Porto

This was a great way to see and experience Porto, especially with active teens.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Foodie Experience in Porto
Foodie Experience in Porto
Porto

Our guide was great. We appreciated his pride in his country and culture.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Flamenco Experience
Flamenco Experience
Spain

We enjoyed the cultural experience but the location could have been better to our hotel.

Local specialist: Hector Molina
Hector
Hector Molina
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jul 01, 2025

Hi Jenny!

Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m truly glad to hear that you had a great trip and that you enjoyed the planning process with my assistance. It’s also wonderful to know that Nuno and Rachel made such a strong impression.

I want to sincerely apologize for the experience you had with Julio. Your concerns are absolutely valid, and I’m very sorry to hear about the discomfort and health issue it may have caused your daughter.

It was a pleasure working with you, and I’d love to assist you again in the future!

All the best,
Héctor

La Dolce Vita!
Italy | Jun 19 - Jun 29, 2025

Diana
Diana K.
Bayonne, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025
We had a fantastic 10 day family adventure to Southern Italy! Bea matched our request for experiential travel, great food and learning opportunities for our school-age kiddos, giving us a great blend of seaside, countryside and labyrinth cities. We particularly loved the food tour with Luca in Sorrento, the views and lemons treats on our hike with Lisa, and the kindess extended by Claudio and chefs as we made some delicious meals and desserts. Highlights for the adults included the great... Read more

We had a fantastic 10 day family adventure to Southern Italy! Bea matched our request for experiential travel, great food and learning opportunities for our school-age kiddos, giving us a great blend of seaside, countryside and labyrinth cities. We particularly loved the food tour with Luca in Sorrento, the views and lemons treats on our hike with Lisa, and the kindess extended by Claudio and chefs as we made some delicious meals and desserts. Highlights for the adults included the great restaurant recommendations, the kids loves Pompeii, and we all enjoyed a day on the boat to enjoy the Amalfi Coast. It truly was a magical, pasta-filled vacation.

Hotel Reviews
Magi House Relais
Sorrento

Fantastic location in the historic center and near the park overlooking the bay, kind and helpful staff. Room was a bit cramped/lacking privacy with 2 kids. Great spot to explore and get lost in the streets - and the room was quiet in spite of the action outside.

Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were hard for us; set up was cramped for a family of 4.
Quarry Resort
Matera

Clean, spacious, unique. Wonderful views from the terrace--also a delicious restaurant!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Masseria Cappuccini
Ostuni

Peaceful and intimate boutique. Great for lounging by the pool. Great location from which to explore the Itria valley and visit the beach.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
E-Bike Tour, Olive Oil Tasting & Picnic Experience: Dune Costiere Natural Park
E-Bike Tour, Olive Oil Tasting & Picnic Experience: Dune Costiere Natural Park
Italy

Great ride for a family - smooth roads, easy pace, with multiple stops to learn about the history and olive groves we rode through.

Sorrento Historic Tour & Food Stroll
Sorrento Historic Tour & Food Stroll
Italy

Come hungry! Our guide was charming, fun to speak with and learn from. So happy we booked this around dinner - a beautiful time to explore the city and seaside restaurants on an otherwise hot day. Very accommodating for our crew's mixed dietary needs (allergies, some vegetarian).

Local specialist: Beatriz De Pablo Rocha
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Italy 2025
Italy | Jun 10 - Jun 25, 2025

Jim
Jim R.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025
The accommodations were in very nice locations and the size of the rooms excellent. Having free access to laundry machines in Rome was a nice addition since this was the midpoint of our trip. While the day was very hot, the Tuscany bike trip was great. Peter was excellent in making sure we were safe and hydrated. Having restaurants right outside our door in all locations, especially Venice was a real treat after a long day. Our Grandson was traveling with us and Anita was attentive and... Read more

The accommodations were in very nice locations and the size of the rooms excellent. Having free access to laundry machines in Rome was a nice addition since this was the midpoint of our trip. While the day was very hot, the Tuscany bike trip was great. Peter was excellent in making sure we were safe and hydrated. Having restaurants right outside our door in all locations, especially Venice was a real treat after a long day. Our Grandson was traveling with us and Anita was attentive and easy to work with in planning special activities for him. We really liked the travel app and wished our France portion had the same access. This is the second time we have used Kim Kim and will always keep them in mind as we plan more adventures.

Hotel Reviews
Aparthotel Trianon Borgo Pio

nice location, small apartment with free access to laundry machines. Bathroom was a little small but workable

Hotel Carnival Palace
Venice

Great quiet location with restaurants and water taxi stands close by. Friendly staff and a more than adequate breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
location and staff
Location
Quite residential area right on a canal
Staff
Accommodating and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
nothing to add
Activity Reviews
Guided Visit: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Guided Visit: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Italy

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable but provided too much information for our grandson.

Pasta Making Class with Gelato
Pasta Making Class with Gelato
Italy

Great fun time. The chef was great and enjoying the food you had just prepared was a treat.

Enchanting Florence Biking Adventure
Enchanting Florence Biking Adventure
Florence

It was a very hot day but Peter made sure we were safe and well hydrated. See the country side on a bike was special.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Family Workshop: Decor Your Own Venetian Mask
Family Workshop: Decor Your Own Venetian Mask
Venice

Great activity that both the grandparents and the grandson enjoyed. The masks made it all the way home.

Guided Visit of Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access & Doge’s Palace
Guided Visit of Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access & Doge’s Palace
Venice

We did this on the day we arrived. The guide was very knowledgeable

Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Jul 01, 2025

Hello Carole and Jim, thank you so much for your review! My Team and I are glad to hear that you enjoyed your trip and our local guides. It was a pleasure to personalize everything to match your travel schedule and preferences. We’d love to help you plan future adventures to Spain, Portugal, Italy, or Morocco! All the best from Espiritu Travel Team!

Azores with my son and daughter
Portugal | Jun 14 - Jun 21, 2025

Gail
Gail M.
Maplewood, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025
My son, daughter and I had a wonderful experience visiting the Azores. The beauty of San Miguel and Terceira exceeded our expectations. Raquel did an amazing job organizing the trip - she listened to our requests and coordinated the adventure. The most wonderful part of our experience was our San Miguel guide Natasha. She took us on amazing hikes, told us about the island's people and culture, and we just loved learning everything from her. Natasha organized a lovely lunch with a local... Read more

My son, daughter and I had a wonderful experience visiting the Azores. The beauty of San Miguel and Terceira exceeded our expectations. Raquel did an amazing job organizing the trip - she listened to our requests and coordinated the adventure. The most wonderful part of our experience was our San Miguel guide Natasha. She took us on amazing hikes, told us about the island's people and culture, and we just loved learning everything from her. Natasha organized a lovely lunch with a local dairy farmer and his wife - the highlight of the trip! Our guides in Terceira were terrific as well - we learned so much about the history of Terceira. An added bonus was that we arrived during one of the island's festivals and were able to enjoy that as well. Thank you for this wonderful memory.

Hotel Reviews
Açores Autêntico Boutique Hotel
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico
Ponta Delgada
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Raquel Aceituno
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Hi Most memorable was pasta making class in ...
Italy | Jun 15 - Jun 22, 2025

Priscilla
Priscilla E.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025
Hi
Most memorable was pasta making class in Jewish Ghetto Both food guide and chef at restaurant both amazing, and funny . And food
was delicious
Golf cart tour was excellent
Art tour was a little disappointing- difficult to
understand But getting to see “The David”
so special.
Food and wine tour Tour guide was great
but very limited time spent Didn’t go to
Travesty area at all . I would have enjoyed a
Florence steak.
Train ride from Rome to Florence seat where very tight.... Read more

Hi
Most memorable was pasta making class in Jewish Ghetto Both food guide and chef at restaurant both amazing, and funny . And food
was delicious
Golf cart tour was excellent
Art tour was a little disappointing- difficult to
understand But getting to see “The David”
so special.
Food and wine tour Tour guide was great
but very limited time spent Didn’t go to
Travesty area at all . I would have enjoyed a
Florence steak.
Train ride from Rome to Florence seat where very tight. I asked for upgrade but advised too
late and was never offered a choice.
But appreciated private ride to Villa
from Florence.
Giorgia was very helpful to work with.
I would definitely recommend Kimkim for anyone planning a trip to Italy
Priscilla

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco
Florence

Very convenient hotel in center of Florence Very clean, wonderful staff

Authenticity & Character
Location
Lovation
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kolbe Hotel Rome
Rome

Beautiful hotel . Off the beaten path But wonderful hotel to retreat too

Authenticity & Character
Staff
Location
Quiet
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Florence Food & Wine Tour: Tuscan Experience
Private Florence Food & Wine Tour: Tuscan Experience
Florence

Not as much food as I expected

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guided Visit of Florence Including David and Duomo
Guided Visit of Florence Including David and Duomo
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
H
Private Cooking Class at a Local Home
Private Cooking Class at a Local Home
Rome

This was the best !!!!! So memorable

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
La Dolce Vita: Private Golf Cart in Rome
La Dolce Vita: Private Golf Cart in Rome
Rome

Guide was excellent We enjoyed an over view of city

Quality of Experience
Italy is such a beautiful country
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly Shared their love kkk
Transport
Local specialist: Giorgia Torre
Photo taken by Priscilla E
Photo taken by Priscilla E

Kimkim Did Not Disappoint!
Portugal | Jun 16 - Jun 23, 2025

MARY
MARY C.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
Kimkim did an amazing job planning our very pleasurable trip to Portugal. The activities and guides were lovely. The lodging was perfect for each location and they were easy to reach whenever we needed help. We told everyone on our travels how exceptional Kimkim had been to work with from start to finish. This trip was the perfect blend of adventure, culture, food, wine, and leisure. We were so impressed that we already logged onto the site to see other destination spots they service so... Read more

Kimkim did an amazing job planning our very pleasurable trip to Portugal. The activities and guides were lovely. The lodging was perfect for each location and they were easy to reach whenever we needed help. We told everyone on our travels how exceptional Kimkim had been to work with from start to finish. This trip was the perfect blend of adventure, culture, food, wine, and leisure.

We were so impressed that we already logged onto the site to see other destination spots they service so that they can help us with next year’s excursion.

We appreciate their attention to detail and personalization. They listened to all of our desires and helped create an itinerary with the perfect blend of adventure (hiking, biking, kayaking), food, wine, and culture. We HIGHLY recommend Kimkim and our exceptional planner, Giorgia.

Local specialist: Giorgia Torre
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This is not the first time we have worked wit...
Italy | Jun 6 - Jun 18, 2025

Bryan
Bryan S.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025
This is not the first time we have worked with KimKim. Our introduction was a trip to Japan. One word FANTASTIC! This time with Italy, it was a dream trip. Anita and her team provided us with white glove service from the time our plane landed in Italy until we were delivered back to the airport. The planed day trips with local guides introduced us to experiences we would not have had if we tried to do it on our own.
We were even able to add a day trip to Switzerland that only added to... Read more

This is not the first time we have worked with KimKim. Our introduction was a trip to Japan. One word FANTASTIC!

This time with Italy, it was a dream trip. Anita and her team provided us with white glove service from the time our plane landed in Italy until we were delivered back to the airport. The planed day trips with local guides introduced us to experiences we would not have had if we tried to do it on our own.
We were even able to add a day trip to Switzerland that only added to our experience.

Thank you Anita and team

Activity Reviews
Como Food Tour & Farmers Market
Como Food Tour & Farmers Market
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bellagio E-Bike Experience & Food tasting
Bellagio E-Bike Experience & Food tasting
Italy
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Milan Fashion Guide Experience
Milan Fashion Guide Experience
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lake Como Boat Experience
Lake Como Boat Experience
Italy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Jun 25, 2025

Hi Bryan, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. My team and I are happy to hear that you enjoyed the personalized touches as well as spontaneus day trips. 😎 We would love to help you again with any future travels, whether it’s to Italy, Spain, Portugal, or Morocco. Until then, grazie mille and safe travels! 🍷

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Best Trip Ever!
Italy | Jun 3 - Jun 12, 2025

K
Kristin C.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025
I am so happy with the service level, organization, details, and help with my trip to Italy. This was my first trip to Europe so I was nervous to plan this myself. KimKim (Rita) were magnificent to work with. Every detail was planned perfectly. Communication was excellent. Tours, transfers, trains etc. were so easy. The app we used on our trip was organized and user friendly. We had a little issue with a transfer while in Amalfi Coast and KimKim fixed it with no issues and very quick... Read more

I am so happy with the service level, organization, details, and help with my trip to Italy. This was my first trip to Europe so I was nervous to plan this myself. KimKim (Rita) were magnificent to work with. Every detail was planned perfectly. Communication was excellent. Tours, transfers, trains etc. were so easy. The app we used on our trip was organized and user friendly. We had a little issue with a transfer while in Amalfi Coast and KimKim fixed it with no issues and very quick to respond. I highly highly highly recommend KimKim for your next travel destination. I am already planning another trip and will use KimKim again!

Local specialist: Rita Pagano
Rita
Rita Pagano
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Jun 19, 2025

Dear Kristin, thank you so much for your wonderful review! It truly means a lot to know that your first trip to Europe was such a success!! It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m already excited to help you plan your next adventure🥹 All my best, Rita

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A very attentive and detail oriented company
Spain | May 30 - Jun 12, 2025

Randal
Randal S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

With short notice, a fabulous trip was planned and executed for us. Especially liked guided tours of the city on the afternoon/evenings that we arrived. That helps a lot to get the lay of the land. Barcelona tapas tour, Gaudi architectural tour were both great. Rioja full day wine tour with private guide was outstanding. Hotel choices were spot on. They were quick to answer messages and make changes on the fly. You can trust this group.

Local specialist: Anita Matijasevic
Anita
Anita Matijasevic
Local specialist in Madrid & Florence | Replied on Jun 16, 2025

Hi Randal, thank you so much for your review! My Team and I are glad to hear that you enjoyed your trip, especially the guided city tours and the Rioja wine experience. It was a pleasure to personalize everything to match your travel schedule and preferences. We’d love to help you plan future adventures to Spain, Portugal, Italy, or Morocco! All the best from Espiritu Travel Team!