Tucked away in the western corner of the Iberian Peninsula. Surrounded on two sides by Spain, and on two sides by the Atlantic Ocean. Portugal offers great beaches, adrenaline-fuelled surfing, golf courses and divine food. And its cultural attractions aren’t bad either! From the top city break destinations of Porto and Lisbon, to the important pilgrimage city of Fatima and the university town of Coimbra, there’s plenty to discover on a Portugal tour. Find out more about the country with our guides!
Why Portugal is Europe’s Hottest Destination (6 minute read)
Famous for
People travel to Portugal for all sorts of reasons. Here are three of the most popular!
City breaks
Porto and Lisbon in particular are extremely popular city break destinations with European travellers. Great flight connections and accommodation options, plus plenty of incredible attractions mean that these cities are always a highlight of our Portugal tours. And we spend two nights in each!
Food & wine
The Portuguese take on Tapas is known as Pesticos. Whilst not as famous, it is a similar concept – lots of small plates offering a diverse meal, and the ideal way to try lots of regional specialties. You also can’t come to Portugal without indulging in the region’s famous wines, from Port to the finest Douro Valley red.
Douro Valley
The wine and vineyards are just one part of what makes the Douro Valley special. Located in the country’s north, the area is home to incredible green landscapes. There’s also a rich history and friendly locals, combining to make the region one of Portugal’s highlights.
Popular tours in Portugal
Our Portugal tours combine the country with Spain, helping you to get the most out of a trip to the Iberian Peninsula. Here are some of our most popular Portugal trips.
Madrid, Porto & Lisbon – 9 day tour
Discover three of the most popular city destinations of the Iberian Peninsula with guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon on this 9-day coach tour of Spain and Portugal. Cruise the picturesque Douro River, tuck into authentic Tapas and sample local Port wine on a visit to a Port wine cellar. Explore Salamanca and Fatima, attend a Fado show in Lisbon and stop in Caceres, where many cultures converge…
Best of Northern Spain & Portugal – 16 day tour
Uncover the best of Northern Spain and Portugal on this 16-day coach tour which starts and ends in Madrid. Join a sightseeing tour of the Spanish capital and enjoy wine tasting in Basque Country. Take in the sights of Bilbao, visit exclusive San Sebastian and discover the important Christian pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela. Cruise the Rias Bajas Fjords in northern Galicia, see the sights in Porto and Lisbon…
Perfect Portugal & Southern Spain – 14 day tour
This two week tour of Spain and Portugal sets off from Madrid, visiting Porto, Lisbon, Cordoba, the Costa del Sol and more. Cruise the Douro River and taste local Port wine in a Porto wine cellar. Visit the mosque-cathedral of La Mezquita in Cordoba and the second-largest cathedral in the Catholic world in Seville. Admire the mountains of Andalusia and the beaches of the Costa del Sol, sample organic local olive oil…
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