Where ancient azulejo tiles meet world-class wine, where Fado echoes through Alfama alleyways and where the Atlantic meets the westernmost edge of Europe — Portugal is pure magic.
Expertly curated — from Lisbon's famous yellow trams to the volcanic wonders of the Azores. Book with free cancellation on most tours.
Warm people, extraordinary food, beautiful tiles, soul-stirring Fado music and some of Europe's finest beaches — Portugal punches far above its weight.
UNESCO-listed Fado — Portugal's soulful music — is best experienced live in an Alfama tavern at night.
Porto's wine cellars (Vila Nova de Gaia) offer the world's finest Port tasting experiences along the Douro River.
Portugal's iconic blue ceramic tiles adorn churches, palaces and train stations across the country.
The Algarve boasts Europe's best beaches — dramatic sea caves, golden cliffs and crystal waters.
Volcanic geysers, emerald crater lakes and whale watching on these remarkable mid-Atlantic islands.
Portugal's custard tarts are legendary. Try the original at Pasteis de Belem — a Lisbon institution since 1837.
Insider knowledge to help you experience the best of Portugal.
Sintra is just 40 minutes by train from Lisbon Rossio station. Trains run every 20 minutes. Arrive early (before 9am) to beat the tour bus crowds at the palaces.
Visit Vila Nova de Gaia in Porto for world-class Port wine cellars. The Douro Valley wine tour (3 hours from Porto) is spectacular in autumn harvest season (September–October).
The best Fado houses in Alfama fill up weeks ahead. Book an evening Fado dinner tour for an authentic experience with Portuguese wine and traditional food included.
June to September is peak beach season in the Algarve. For sea cave kayaking and boat tours, book 48–72 hours ahead. Shoulder season (May, October) offers smaller crowds and lower prices.
The Azores are dramatically underrated. São Miguel island has geysers, crater lakes and whale watching. Direct flights from Lisbon take 2 hours. Visit April–June for best conditions.
A proper Portuguese lunch at a tasca (tavern) with wine costs just $10–15. Try bacalhau (salt cod), petiscos (tapas), and always finish with a pastel de nata from a local padaria.
Everything you need to know before visiting Portugal.