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Luxury Tours of Portugal
Tailor-Made Private Vacations by Local Travel Agents
For luxury travel, look no further than Portugal! Located along the Iberian Peninsula, this stunning country is home to diverse landscapes, a rich history, and famous vineyards, all waiting to be explored. Ready to immerse yourself in beautiful cities and vibrant culture? Your custom Portugal tour is awaiting you! Our trusted expert travel agents at YourTripToSpain&Portugal work with you to create a personalized itinerary that gives you access to the best destinations, museums, restaurants, and monuments in Portugal. From watching soulful Fado music and dance performances at Lisbon Sé Cathedral to drinking delicious Port Wines in the Douro vineyards, you’re assured to have the trip of your dreams, complete with Portuguese destinations and excursions of your choosing.
What Our Portugal Trips Offer You
Itineraries Balanced for Your Interests
Your perfect Portuguese journey might weave bustling urban neighborhoods with peaceful countryside and coastal escapes. History buffs could pair Lisbon’s layered past with sleepy Alentejo villages where daily rhythms haven’t changed in centuries. Wine enthusiasts might contrast Porto’s historic lodge tours with staying among the very vines that produce those bottles.
The Essence of Portugal
Portugal’s magic runs deeper than pretty buildings or famous landmarks. You’ll connect with Fado singers whose voices carry generations of emotion, walk through forests where the same families have harvested cork for centuries, and taste recipes perfected long before written measurements existed.
Character-Rich Accommodations in Portugal
Finding your perfect Portuguese haven means balancing history with real comfort to create a truly luxury experience. You might sleep in buildings where original features tell stories while modern touches ensure you actually rest well.
Authentic Cultural & Heritage Encounters
Portugal reveals itself most profoundly through lingering moments of connection. Our specialists have cultivated relationships with local experts who understand precisely when visitor numbers naturally thin at iconic sites like Belém Tower—those golden intervals when even celebrated landmarks offer intimate experiences without requiring exclusive arrangements.
Distinctive Portuguese Adventures
Portugal packs remarkable diversity into its modest borders. From Atlantic-battered cliffs to vineyard valleys, each landscape offers something authentic about this remarkable country.
Best Time to Visit Portugal
Boasting some of the world’s most beautiful cities, coastline, and vineyards, Portugal is a popular year-round travel destination. However, if you’re searching for the best time of year to take a trip to Portugal, spring and fall are ideal. This is because these seasons offer comfortable temperatures, lighter tourism, and reasonable hotel and experience prices. Read more below and explore the historic streets of Lisbon, relax in beautiful Porto, taste fine wines in the Alentejo, and enjoy seaside tranquility in the Algarve any time of year with a custom Portugal vacation from YourTriptoSpain&Portugal!
Spring is one of the best times of year to visit Portugal! From March to May, the warm, comfortable weather creates the perfect setting for exploring the country’s diverse landscapes and incredible cities. Enjoy private wine tours in the Douro Valley as the hills transform with vibrant wildflower blooms. Lisbon and Porto are charming in the spring, with fewer visitors than in the summer and pleasant average temperatures around 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Explore the many historical sites, like São Jorge Castle and Belém Tower, visit beautiful local parks and botanical gardens, or take a scenic cruise down the Douro River.
Summer is the most popular season for travel in Portugal! The long days and warm weather in June and August are perfect for enjoying the coast, as many seaside towns fill with beachgoers, families, and surfers. Cities like Lisbon and Porto come alive with colorful festivals, such as the Festas de Lisboa and the Festa de São João in June. And while inland areas like Alentejo can get very hot during this time of year, the early mornings and evenings cool down for pleasant exploration and al fresco dining. While island destinations like Madeira and Azores are pretty busy in the summer, they’re absolutely gorgeous, just be sure to book in advance!
For many visitors and locals, autumn is one of the most magical times of year in Portugal! In September through November, the days cool down, the crowds thin out, and the region comes alive with vindimas harvest festivals. In fact, this is the best season for wine enthusiasts seeking authentic, immersive experiences. Explore private vineyards in the Douro Valley and Alentejo and learn about Portugal’s unique winemaking history and practices. The Algarve also offers fantastic weather, especially in early fall, perfect for a relaxed beach vacation with fewer tourists. Plus, the climate is ideal at this time of year for exploring Porto and Lisbon’s many historic monuments, museums, and restaurants.
If you’re looking for a quieter time of year to visit Portugal, winter (December through February) is ideal. Although Lisbon and Porto can occasionally be rainy, the weather is much milder than in the rest of Europe, making it a perfect time of year for sightseeing and enjoying a warm meia-de-leite in a local cafe. On the coast, many enjoy long coastal walks and seaside views, plus better access to many delicious seafood restaurants serving fresh local dishes like cataplana de marisco and xarém com amêijoas. In Alentejo, visitors can experience the relaxing village atmosphere, unchanged by time, plus incredible views of Alqueva Lake.
