Portugal North to South: Porto, Lisbon, Algarve
Embark on a journey through Portugal’s best-Porto, Lisbon, and the Algarve-where urban charm meets coastal beauty. Explore Sintra’s Pena Palace, Lisbon’s UNESCO sites, and the serene beauty of Évora, Alentejo, and the Douro Valley with private guides. Your Destination Expert helps uncover hidden gems, savor local flavors, and experience Portugal’s rich culture.
- Duration
- 11 days, 10 nights
- Route
- Porto · Lisbon · Albufeira · Faro
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $799,999,990 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Unveil Porto’s rich history with a private guide, exploring hidden gems chosen just for you.
- Explore the Douro Valley, savoring its famous wines and terraced vineyards along the river.
- Discover Sintra and Belém’s sites, revealing Portugal’s Age of Exploration and rich history.
- Hike the scenic Seven Hanging Valleys, then explore Algarve’s caves on a boat tour.
- Retreat each night to premium accommodations, carefully chosen by your Destination Expert.
Every day, already yours.
The Adventure Begins
Meet your driver for a private airport transfer. For your added comfort, we will have an English speaking assistant waiting for you outside the customs with a sign with your name on it. Your representative will help you to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.
- Airport with Meet & Greet
- Portugal Welcome Package
- Self-Guided: A Taste of Porto
Get a Lay of the Land
A private guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel to escort you on a half day tour of Porto and its historic city center, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the exterior of the 12th century Porto Cathedral, one of Porto's oldest monuments, followed by a panoramic viewpoint over the Douro River where you can take in views across to the city Gaia.
- Porto City Tour (4 hrs) - Private
Cultural Immersion
Set out with a private tourism driver on a full day discovery of the scenic Douro Valley. Head to Amarante, an important pilgrimage town, where you'll visit the historic city center, spotting houses overhanging the Tamega River. Visit the 16th century Church of Sao Goncalo Monastery, its chapel home to the tomb of revered Dominican friar, Saint Goncalo.
- Amarante, Regua & Pinhao of the Douro Valley (with Lunch & Shared Wine Tasting, 10 hrs) - Private To
A Change of Scenery
Board a train for a transfer from Porto to Lisbon. The regular trains take around 3 hours, while the highspeed trains takes slightly less.
- Train Station Private Transfer
- Train - Porto - Lisbon [3 hrs] - First Class - Highspeed Train
- Train Station Private Transfer
- Lisbon City Tour (4 hrs) - Private
See the Signature Sights in Style
Depart towards Sintra where hundreds of years of history and culture await, surrounded by lush gardens and forests. After a short walk in the old city center, find yourself surrounded by the old houses that are now converted into small quaint handicraft shops and traditional pastry shops.
- Estoril, Cascais & Sintra Village (6 hrs)
- Late Night Fado (2.5 hrs)
A Walk Through the Past
Embark on a full day tour with a private tourism driver, gaining insight into the cities and wines of the Alentejo. Head out into this renowned region and make your way to a local winery where you'll join a small group visit of their unique facility, including a guided tasting of a pair of wines produced on site.
- Evora & Alentejo Wine Estate (with Lunch & Wine Tastings, 8.5 hrs) - Private Tour
En Route
Board a train for a transfer from Lisbon to Albufeira. The journey will take between 2.5 - 3 hours.
- Train Station Private Transfer
- Train - Lisbon - Albufeira [3 hrs] - First Class - Regular Train
- Train Station Private Transfer
- Self-Guided: Best of Albufeira Beaches
Tastes and Traditions
Embark on a delicious expedition into the heart of the breathtaking Algarve countryside with a private tourism driver. As you traverse the bucolic terrain, indulge in the majestic sight of sprawling cork trees, quaint villages, and lively orange groves that adorn the picturesque landscape. After a scenic drive, you'll reach a quaint olive oil farm, where a warm welcome from the farmer awaits.
- Olive Oil Experience (4 hrs) - Private Tour
Explore with an Expert
Set out on an inspiring journey through the natural wonders of Portugal’s southern coast with a guided hike along the breathtaking Seven Hanging Valleys Trail. Accompanied by your private driver-guide and expert hiking companion, follow scenic cliffside paths that reveal panoramic views of turquoise waters, golden beaches, and dramatic limestone formations, some of the Algarve’s most iconic landscapes.
- Seven Hanging Valleys Trail & Cruise (8 hrs) - Private Tour
Relax and Recharge
The Algarve region on the South Coast of Portugal has become popular amongst travelers for its dramatic coastline, typical fishing villages, and beautiful beaches. Take some time at leisure to enjoy a well-deserved beach day at one of the area's many fine beaches. Whatever your preference, be it the bustling and energetic atmosphere of a popular beach club, or the serenity of secluded sandy coves, Albufeira are the Algarve region has you covered.
- Self-Guided: Best of Albufeira Beaches
Until Next Time…
Meet your driver for a private transfer to Faro Airport.
- Albufeira to Faro Airport (40 mins) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
NH Collection Porto Batalha
NH Collection Porto Batalha is housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century palace, overlooking the historic Batalha Square in the heart of Porto. Its prime location places guests within easy reach of the city’s UNESCO-listed center, the Ribeira district, and Torre dos Clerigos.
PortoBay Liberdade
The impressive PortoBay Liberdade is a boutique hotel situated steps away from the Avenida de Liberdade, Lisbon's elegant main boulevard. The property is spacious in feel, with plenty of natural light streaming through.
Epic Sana Algarve
The EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel is located between Vilamoura and Albufeira overlooking Falésia Beach. The golden sands of Praia da Falésia are just a few minutes’ walk away and stretch for miles so you can always find a quiet spot to relax, backed by the distinctive red cliffs.