Things to do in Portugal, Portugal: The Best Day Trips from

December 26, 2021 Terina Blouin

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1. Private Full Day Tour

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5.0 based on 84 reviews

This is a private tour. You will enjoy everything at you own pace and this tour is costomizable by you! Water's are included to the tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel/port drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water, WiFi on board

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Reviewed By schmucker5

The best way hands down to learn about this amazing island is to book the full day tour with Antonio. He is so knowledgeable and professional. It only took until lunch time, to realize that we wanted to extend our time with him, so we scheduled 2 more days of tours that he customized listening to our interests. Bonuses: photography tips that he shares along the way, his fantastic stories, the company van is comfortable and luxurious, lunch at local places, many recommendations. We feel like we made a true friend on the island. I highly recommend any tour with Antonio.

2. 25 Water Sources Walk / Lost In The Beautiful Forest

Feeling Madeira - Tours & Walks
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When you reach the place of the 25 sources enchant yourself with the landscapes and all the surrounding. The deep landscapes allow an inspiring descent until the beginning of the levada, and as you approach the frequency of Laurisilva Forest intensifies. The waterfalls gushing towards a magnificent lagoon. Take a break and open your mind. There are those who plunge into the icy waters! The rabaçal is a unique and magical place, filled with waterfalls, fountains, ponds and more! Come find out!

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Mohammed3101

Excellent tour! All madeiras attractions summed up in one tour. Renauto the tour guide made it more amazing. Positive energy and very understandable language. Thumbs up and five stars from his friends from Denmark! Keep up the good work.

3. Douro Valley Private Premium Tour with Wine Tasting (1 to 4 people)

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- Enjoy a customized private tour (just you and our driver/guide) in the Douro Valley with tasty local food, wine and products from the region such as Olive Oil, Honey, Almond, Olive and Cheese (upon prior notice at the time of booking)... Have a typical lunch in a famous family-owned wineries carefully chosen place and suited to your tastes... Take a "Rabelo" boat cruise in the heart of the Douro Valley on a traditional boat used for centuries to transport Port wine… Visit a charming winery, stroll in the vineyards and taste Port Wines… The transportation is in a comfortable and premium Mercedes E class.

Inclusions: Visit and Port wine tasting at a local winerie, Transportation in a comfortable premium Mercedes E class, Sightseeing private tour (just you and our driver/guide), The tour can be changed and adapted to each client (customizable), Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Hotel pickup and drop-off, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch (you will choose à la carte according to your interests), River cruise (10€ per person), Taste of: Olive Oil, Honey, Almond, Olive, Cheese and Bread (10€ per person)

Reviewed By weaselz99

Was able to have a custom experience seeing the Duoro Valley, in a nice Mercedes ride through the valley and to the vineyards. I put some thoughts together and Ricardo was able to make it happen at a reasonable rate. Would do this again in a heartbeat, very fun trip.

4. Lisbon Private Tour

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5.0 based on 16 reviews

This tour is perfect for those who want to get acquanted with the city and its successive changes, with the leggacy of the different civilizations from the Romans to the Arabs, and the inovative  urban layout after the great earthquake of 1755. Lisbon is considered by many to be one of the most spectacular European cities, where the perfume of its “designer” shops mixes with its the human warmth.. Getting to know this city with us is traveling back in time,  in a comfortable way, with something to discover in every corner, like  its delicacies, where the Pastel de Belem reigns supreme.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Offer Pastel de Belém (famous custard tarts), Driver/guide, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Personal accidents insurance

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Admission Fees

Reviewed By FLWINCSC2020

Ruben was a great guide. He picked us up at the Lisbon airport and took us on a 4 hour tour of Sintra and Castle of the Moors. Hugo was easy to work with and responds quickly on email. Would recommend this tour and company.

5. Full Day tour to the Seven Wonders of São Miguel Island

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   This full-day tour of the Seven Natural Wonders of São Miguel, we selected 7 places Natural Wonders, being by many the best places with the greatest tourist highlight on the island of São Miguel, is intended for the public that does not have many days, during their stay in São Miguel, this way you get to know some of the best and most beautiful places on our island. We will explore the Lakes of Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo and Furnas, the Tea Plantation, the Boilers and Fumaroles in Furnas and a magnificent waterfall (Salto do Cabrito) and also enjoy the views over the sea coast and the islet of Vila Franca do Campo.

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (hotels in Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, Vila Franca do Campo and Ribeira Grande), Transport by air-conditioned minivan

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Reviewed By patriceragot

I did find the service comfortable and it seems to go "everywhere" in Ponta Delgada... But despite the advert they do have only one trip per hour... but it is plenty as both ways I was alone in the bus...

6. Tomar, Batalha and Alcobaça - UNESCO private day tour

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Visit 3 monuments classified by UNESCO as world heritage, and through them, know the Gothic, Manueline and Renaissance architecture, as well as the history and legends of the creation of Portugal in the XII century, until its affirmation, in the Battle of Aljubarrota, in the century XIV.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, skip the line to the monasteries

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By campsoup123

If you looking for a professional service to drive and guide you through this beautiful country, the owner of Windland Tours, Goncalo Oliveira, is your man! We hired Goncalo for four days to drive us from western Spain to Porto, Fatima, Coimba and Lisbon. Goncalo is the consummate professional (punctual, courteous,) an excellent driver, nearly fluent English and has a deep knowledge of the history and culture of the Portuguese people which he shared with us on our daily walking tours of each city. He also knows the best restaurants and interesting neighborhoods not always on the typical tourist itinerary. We can't thank Goncalo enough for making this trip one of the best vacations we have had. We hope to return in the future, and our first call will be to Goncalo to arrange the next trip!

7. Private Wine Tour in Douro Valley - Private wine tastings and lunch included

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Our day starts with a pick up at your accommodation in Porto (or other locations) at 8:30 am. During the day, you will have the wonderful opportunity to savor several Douro DOC and Port wines with commented tastings, a 50-minute boat ride at the small village of Pinhão, and a three-course meal with wines. It's now time to stop at the famous Pinhão railway station and enjoy some breathtaking landscapes. Relax: the time is all yours! Have an innovative perspective of this region’s history, culture, and gastronomy, while strolling through the vineyards where the finest wines from the “Quintas” (Wine Estates) are produced. A memorable experience! Have some time to admire the viewpoints and take group pictures – the Douro Region is truly overwhelming! At the end of this adventurous day, rest on a gentle drive to Porto, where we will drop you off comfortably at your accommodation at around 7:30 pm.

Inclusions: 3-course meal and beverages. Wine included., Port & Douro DOC Wine tastings, Douro river cruise (50 minutes), Pick up & drop off at your accomodation, Visit to the Pinhão railway station, Specialized tour guide

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Reviewed By Fejervary

It was an incredible and perfectly organized experience. Alfredo (our guide) picked us up at our place at 8:30 am sharp and drove us very safely to Douro valley. There we visited our first two vineyards (or Quintas) in the morning, then had a good lunch with an amazing river view, took a boat ride where we could see the majestic scenery of the valley. After the boat ride, we visited our third and last vineyard before driving back to Porto. He is very knowledgeable on the local wine history and techniques. It is easy to see how much he loves and respects the subect. On COVID related (New Normal) measures, we all wore face masks during our trip, every winery complied the key health measures (social distance, masks, sanitizer, etc) - I thought this might help some other travelers take the decision. We will always remember this day!

8. Porto city small group full-day tour with wine tasting and cruise in Douro River

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Discover the magic and charm of Porto during this full-day tour, which includes a river cruise, wine tasting and lunch . Visit some of the city’s most famous landmarks, including the Porto Se Cathedral, Avenida dos Aliados, and the Torre & Igreja dos Clerigos. Head to a Port wine cellar for a tasting of Portugal’s most famous wine, then hop on a boat and float down the Douro river, admiring the six local bridges over the water. The pickup and drop-off from your hotel is included on the tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, River cruise , Porto wine tasting, Lunch, WiFi on board

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Reviewed By HHT17389

Hello, My wife & I were a part of this small group tour with another Brazilian family.Our guide was Micael Neto.He was very friendly & very approachable from the start of the tour.He drives well & is able to communicate his point in English.We personally preferred the Aveiro part to Coimbra.The Costa Nova beach & the light house were fantastic.The Moliserro cruise is an experience one should have.We had lunch & Avos Moles at the Market Square at Cafe Pixinho.The Coimbra tour was mainly a university,cathedral & the market square. Speaking personally about Micael a few incidents which stood out for me, a)He found a restaurant in Aveiro which serves vegeterian food for us. b)In Coimbra when the others were busy in the university he took us to the Botanical Garden & Cathedral. c)He helped us plan the rest of our trip in Porto & Lisbon with his suggestions. d)He even recommended places to have vegeterian food near our hotel. e)He ensured that each members personal interests were taken care off during the tour.He made it a point to understand our likes & dislikes.Eg.He made it a point to show me the storks nests & the Dragao stadium. The tour was well organised as any other but Micael was very good & would highly reccomend travelling with Micael to anybody in the future. Cheers, Dr.Vidhi & Harshit

9. Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour

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Explore the northwest side of Madeira in a 4x4 vehicle with an open top roof. Volcanic lava pools, a 15–minute levada walk, non-touristic villages, Madeira's UNESCO–listed native forest, waterfalls, sea cliffs, any many more great surprises await you.

Inclusions: Local guide, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off - Funchal area free pick up / outside of Funchal may have extra fuel tax, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off - Pick up at the Cruise dock extra fee €5.00 per person, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch - extra €13.00 per person, Gratuities

Reviewed By erindoyle2

These guys seriously know what they are doing so rest assured that you will feel like family by the end of the day. We had NUNO as our driver for the first tour booked to see the northwest of the island. A group of digital nomads and myself (a teacher) met for the first time and decided to book a second tour a few days later to visit the east (Madeira peaks). The 4•4 vehicles allow you to take the old Madeiran roads (old kings roads) that you otherwise could not access, therefore allowing you to see unique vegetation, history and also experience off the beaten path (literally) waterfalls, levadas, and gorgeous scenery. Every tour is unique with many opportunities to stop to take photos, visit local restaurants/cafes and rum factories, poncha bars. These guys bring their passion of their island to life and give you a very personal account of this unique island. I also appreciated that they kept us away from big touristic restaurants and shops. They support the locals and that is obvious by the markets we stopped at and little taverns we ate at. I appreciated that they picked me up on the other side of the island so I wouldn’t miss the adventure. A big thank you to Fernando, the owner who was very quick to contact us via WhatsApp to confirm everything. I am grateful to have met Nuno and want to thank him for giving me the most memorable days of the trip! Miss it already!

10. Mountain Biking Tour - Trail Experience Tour

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THIS TOUR IS A LESS PHYSICAL AND TECHNICAL TOUR FOR THE BEGINNERS, BUT NOT A LESS INTERESTING WAY TO EXPERIENCE MADEIRA ON A MOUNTAIN BIKE.

Inclusions: High quality bike, Helmet, guide, transport, insurance, licenses, hotel transfer between Funchal hotel area and Machico

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Reviewed By Sharon G

We went on the kings Levada walk with Alvaro our guide ,The walk was an easy one a bit slippery here and there but Alvaro takes care to tell you where and how to proceed at all times ,he was so informative with a fab sense of humour .So we booked another walk with him straight away as we enjoyed it so much .Just be aware you do need boots or good walking shoes when doing these guided walks we saw someone in flip flops attempting the walk he didn’t finish it !! He wasn’t with our group though .

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