Marina planned the most fantastic memorable vacation.
Portugal | Aug 28 - Sep 5, 2024

Jo Ann
Jo Ann T.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2024

Marina planned the most fantastic memorable Portugal vacation. I could not have asked for more. Each event was VERY nice. All of the drivers were professional and prompt. The hotels were located in the center of all of the fun.
Filipe gave is a very informative historical tour of Lisbon with so much to learn.
Paulo made sure that we missed nothing on our way to and through Sintra and Cascais. What a phenomenal lunch and tour. I felt like family there.
I also truly enjoyed a solo toru in Coimbra.
Celia provided a great overview of Porto and I did not want the tour to end.
The Douro Wine Valley tour- truly the highlight. Pedro demonstrated his love for his country and it's history with wine. He made it so much fun and our group was the envy of others on the boat.
Marina hit a 10+ on planning this tour. I will never forget this vacation...

Hotel Reviews
PortoBay Marquês
Lisbon

In the heart of everything with excellent amenities. Professional staff and everyone was so welcoming. 10+

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very inviting
Hotel Oslo Coimbra
Coimbra

RIght next to the train station and close to everything that I wanted to see. Close walk to the river and great breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Premium Porto Downtown
Porto

Right in the heart of everything. Hotel staff stored our bags until check in and offered suggested things to do until checkin. Great breakfast and Amazing rooftop bar.

Authenticity & Character
This hotle fit in with the location with all of the stores and restuarants in walking distance.
Location
I walked to everything in just a matter of minutes.
Staff
Friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pillows too soft.
Activity Reviews
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Get to Know Lisbon with a Local
Lisbon

I learned so much about the history of Lisbon from Filipe She was sooooo informed.

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

Paulo made this a very special and memorable day. He is a very special person with a wealth of knowledge. He made sure that we got the most form each stop.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Smooth ride, wifi, great converstation and views.
Privately Guided Visit of Porto
Privately Guided Visit of Porto
Porto

Celia was so personable and excited to share her home town. I did not want the tour to end, Very special.

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

This was a great and fun food tour, Each stop offered a true culinary experience with wine. The sardine and mackeral blew me away.

Quality of Experience
Food
The wine pairings were perfect!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Douro Valley Excursion with Wine & Olive Oil Tastings & River Cruise
Douro Valley Excursion with Wine & Olive Oil Tastings & River Cruise
Porto

WOW. I was blown away by the views. Pedro made sure that we got pics of each event and made it so much fun. It did not feel like 8 hours at all. We were the envy of other groups on our boat because of Pedro.

Quality of Experience
Food
The fish at lunch......Soooo good. All of the wine... delish
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Pedro made it fun. Each stop was ready for us.
Transport
Local specialist: Marina Courtaut
Marina
Marina Courtaut
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Sep 09, 2024

Hi Jo Ann, thank you so so much for this wonderful review and kind words! Ill forward your feedback to our guides, drivers and hotel staff, as they will be so happy to hear that they have contributed to a wonderful adventure. It has been a real pleasure helping you design your trip to Portugal and I hope to help you plan your next adventure! All my best, Marina from Espiritu Travel team🥰