Spend 15 days in the captivating culture and honored highlights of Portugal on this personalized tour to the country’s most beloved cities. From unpacking the local lifestyle that sweeps through Lisbon’s cobbled streets to witnessing the staggering scenery of the Douro Valley and much more, you will discover the discerning qualities that make Portugal a landmark destination every traveler must visit.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Lisbon - A Colorful, Cobblestoned Cityscape
Lying on the banks of the Tagus River, Lisbon’s fishing and seafaring history is intertwined with the local culture and expressed at buzzing markets. The sunshine bounces off of cobblestone alleys that intersect the promenade and dances through the windows of vibrant houses. The history-steeped cityscape appears to be lifted straight from an age-old fable that will absorb you completely. You will witness these scenes during a private transfer from Lisbon Portela Airport to your accommodation. Upon your arrival, you will have the remainder of the evening to spend at your leisure.
What's Included:
Day 2
Lisbon - Atmospheric Scenes and Cultured Cuisine
Day 3
Lisbon - The Staggering Setting of Sintra
Day 4
Lisbon - Into the Untamed Wilderness
Day 5
Porto - Charms and Treasures En Route to Porto
Day 6
Porto - Heritage Highlights of the City
Day 7
Porto - Ports and Wines of the Douro Valley
Day 8
Porto - Spectacles of Six Iconic Portuguese Bridges
Day 9
Coimbra - Portugal’s Very Own Venice
Day 10
Coimbra - Indelible Knowledge of Ancient Civilizations
Day 11
Évora - Portugal’s Firm Catholic Roots
Day 12
Évora - Of Moorish Origins
Day 13
Évora - Completing the Historic Puzzle
Day 14
Lisbon - Sunsets Over the Tejo
Day 15
Lisbon - A Buzzing Bid Farewell
Trip Highlights
- Stroll through the cobbled streets of Lisbon on an insider tour of the city’s cultural landmarks and heritage sites
- Gaze out across the lustrous landscape from the battlements of the royal Sintra castle on the forested hills of the soaring Sintra Mountains
- Cruise along the serpentine slipstream of roads that weave through the bucolic Arrábida Nature Park in Sesimbra
- Witness old-world architecture and staggering seascape scenes in the charming towns of Óbidos and Nazaré
- Discover the origins of Porto’s idiosyncratic arts and culture scene on an exclusive tour of the São Bento Station, Clérigos Tower, and Lello bookstore
- Tease your taste buds to Portugal’s prestigious wines and ports at revered estates that overlook the immense Douro Valley
- Explore the historic University of Coimbra and Roman ruins of Conimbriga to delve into Portugal’s ancient heritage
- Absorb iconic bygone stories on private tours of the Sanctuary of Fátima and the Knights Templar City of Tomar
- Step back in time and witness the Portugal of yesteryear as reflected in the endearing towns of Monsaraz, Elvas, and Estremoz
- Bask in breathtaking scenes from the comfort of a riverboat that cruises gently along the Tejo River for sunset
Starting Price
$6,500 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What’s Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.99 stars based on 361 reviews.
Zicasso's travel expert made the trip seamless and easy, from greeting us at the airport to providing drivers and guides for our excursions, selecting beautiful hotels in fantastic locations, and sending us off at the airport. I would highly recommend her to anyone traveling to Portugal.
Reviewed By Theresa M.
My experience with Zicasso's trip planner was excellent. From our first phone conversation to our arrival in the Azores, she was attentive to our needs and listened closely to our travel requests.
Reviewed By Ingrid M.
We could not have had a better experience than with Zicasso's trip planner. The quality of individualized tours, accommodations, and private transportation made our trip. Most importantly, if we had any questions during our trip in this new country, she was immediately responsive. We have been spoiled forever and would use her services for any future trips!
Reviewed By Debbie H.
Portugal is a beautiful country, with so many great things to offer! We loved every minute of our time there!
Zicasso's travel agency helped us plan the perfect trip! They listened to what we were looking for and helped execute the vision flawlessly! We were able to strike the right balance between busy days, seeing all there is to see and learning about the culture, history, and landscape of Portugal, and more relaxed time to take it all in and explore on our own!
Our agent and her team paid close attention to the details, which went so far in making sure we had the perfect trip!
Reviewed By Jessica J.
Our Zicasso travel agent curated a private tour for the six of us, including the perfect mix of historical, gastronomical, wine, and cultural experiences.
We stayed in Lisbon, Évora, the Dao Valley, the Douro Valley, and Porto. We traveled in a comfortable Mercedes van and, to break up our trips, we stopped at amazing sites along the way as we traveled from city to city.
Some of our favorite things were a private sunset sail in Lisbon, a fado dinner, the Évora Cathedral, a cork trek and wine tasting in Alentejo, the monastery at Batalha, wine tastings in Santar (Dao Valley), a boat ride on the Douro, wine tastings and hiking in the Douro Valley, the Bom Jesus shrine in Braga, the Port tasting and dinner in Porto, and multiple pastry tastings along the way.
Our guides were fantastic. They were attentive, on time, and very knowledgeable about the history and culture of each place we visited.
There were very few issues on our 17-day tour, which was literally one of the smoothest and best-curated trips we have ever had. We will use our travel company and agent again as we intend to go back to Porto and the Douro Valley.
Reviewed By Alicia H.
Everything was perfect! Zicasso's agents even met me at the airport. Their advice and personal touch made the trip even better. They were the best travel agents I have ever worked with. I highly recommend them.
Reviewed By Michele R.