Amazing Trip to Portugal
Portugal | Jul 20 - Jul 26, 2025

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Manoj I.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Our trip was super well planned and organized. We packed a ton in just 6 days and got to see so many of Portugal’s best spots. The planning was spot on and the timing was perfect so we could do everything we wanted to. We had amazing guides, including our drivers Henrique and Ricardo, who took us on a safe and efficient journey through Portugal. They also gave us great tips, knowledge of the region, and history. We had great city tours with Margarita and Sara who really took us deep into the history, sites, and culture of Lisbon and Porto. It was an incredible trip. We wish we had more time to spend and explore even more of this amazing country!

Hotel Reviews
PortoBay Liberdade
Lisbon

Amazing hotel. Super posh and great location. Does require a short Uber ride to get to the cultural areas, but otherwise, great location for shopping and simply walking around. Would stay here again

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Location
Near the Avenue de Liberadade
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Cénica Porto Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Porto

received a suite for our family. Amazing size! A little bit on the outskirts of the main city area, but certainly walkable to downtown Porto.

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Hotel Cascais Miragem
Cascais

Amazing resort with fantastic views. Great pool, both indoor and outdoor. Easy to access the promenade to walk to downtown Cascais. Great service. Very luxurious.

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Location
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Activity Reviews
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

Our driver Henrique was an absolute gem! We had an incredible tour of the area, and Henrique took us on a stroll through the charming downtown Sintra. He shared his insider knowledge, telling us what was worth seeing and doing, and what wasn’t. We truly immersed ourselves in Sintra’s rich history and stunning sites, and Henrique made it an unforgettable experience. Thanks a bunch for making our trip so amazing!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Our tour guide, Margarita, was incredible! She totally customized the tour for our 6 and 10-year-olds, keeping them super engaged. The adults had a blast too, learning all about the sights, culture, and history of Lisbon. We even tried Ginjinha and Santini’s ice cream - it was delicious! This tour truly gave us an in-depth look into Lisbon’s rich history.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

Great tour with Sara. Really learned about the history of Porto and saw the city. Was a great experience!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service
Portugal

The landscapes here are absolutely breathtaking! The drive into the Duoro valley was excellent. Our driver, Ricardo, was an absolute gem and navigated the difficult roads beautifully. Not only did we learn a ton about the area’s history and culture, but the drive was also super entertaining and insightful. The boat tour was incredible! It was so calm and peaceful, and we got to see the wineries from a whole new perspective. The lunch at the winery was also amazing - it was an experience like no other. We left super full and satisfied, and I can’t wait to come back!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Douro Valley Vineyard Delightful Lunch Experience
Douro Valley Vineyard Delightful Lunch Experience
Portugal

Amazing gourmet lunch. Delicious food. Excellent vegetarian options. Huge portion sizes. Left super full!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat
Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat
Portugal

Very scenic and relaxing. The cool breezes with beautiful landscapes made it magical!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jul 28, 2025
Hey Manoj,
Thank you so much for your kind words! :)
I am super happy to hear your trip went so smoothly and that you were able to experience so much of what Portugal has to offer in just six days. It is wonderful to know that Henrique, Ricardo, Margarita, and Sara made such a positive impact on your journey - I will be sure to pass along your appreciation to them. It means a lot to us that the itinerary and timing worked well for you, and that you felt both the planning and the experience... Read more

Hey Manoj,
Thank you so much for your kind words! :)

I am super happy to hear your trip went so smoothly and that you were able to experience so much of what Portugal has to offer in just six days. It is wonderful to know that Henrique, Ricardo, Margarita, and Sara made such a positive impact on your journey - I will be sure to pass along your appreciation to them.

It means a lot to us that the itinerary and timing worked well for you, and that you felt both the planning and the experience were on point. Portugal has so many incredible layers to explore, and I would love to help you dive even deeper the next time you visit.

Looking forward to welcoming you back someday soon.
Your Friend in Portugal - Pedro