This luxurious 9-day adventure presents you and your family with the best and most elite excursions and adventures, ensuring that your experience of Portugal is nothing short of epic. From touring Lisbon like a local to kayaking through nature parks, an endless amount of family fun awaits. Partake in an off-roading Jeep adventure, venture by horseback Louro Mountain Trail, and indulge in a walking tour of Lisbon.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Lisbon – Learn to Make Gelato
From the moment your flight lands in Lisbon, your private driver will be waiting to transfer you and your family to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of the city. After you have checked-in and had some time to unpack and rest, your private guide will sweep you away for your evening’s activity. First, you will be led to one of Lisbon’s most renowned gelato establishments. After you have finished your treat, you will visit your guide’s home, where you will share a meal with them and a few of their friends. Following dinner, you will be taught how to craft your gelato from scratch.
What's Included:
Day 2
Lisbon – Experience Live Fado
Day 3
Lisbon – Jeep Excursion through Cork Oak Forest
Day 4
Lisbon – The Secret Lives of Honeybees
Day 5
Lisbon – Venture to Lagos and Sagres
Day 6
Lisbon – Ride Horseback through Louro Mountain and Cooking Class
Day 7
Lisbon – Snail Farm Excursion
Day 8
Lisbon – Kayaking Adventure in Arrabida
Day 9
Lisbon – Farewell to Lisbon
Trip Highlights
- Witness a live Fado performance, which will be accompanied by a mouthwatering meal
- Explore the charming city of Evora before careening through a cork oak forest on an exhilarating, off-roading Jeep adventure
- Delve into the secret lives of honeybees as you journey to a working bee farm to witness how they live together in hives and produce their sweet and golden honey
- Enjoy an excursion to the coastal enclaves of Lagos and Sagres, where you can explore its natural caves and much more
- Venture on a private horseback ride on the Louro Mountain Trail and witness Portugal’s beautiful scenery from a unique point of view
- Marvel at the pristine beauty of Arrabida Nature Park as you kayak along its picturesque perimeter
- Meander through Lisbon on a walking tour with a local and be introduced to the most iconic sites of the capital city while snapping Polaroid photographs
Detailed Description
Prepare yourselves for an unforgettable family getaway that will feature much of the best of Lisbon and beyond. This exciting 9-day getaway has been specially crafted with to offer you only the most elite and exclusive excursions.
Your handcrafted adventure will begin the moment that you arrive in Lisbon. Your private guide will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of the city. Your introductory event to the city will be a hands-on culinary caper. You and your family will enjoy a lovely dinner before participating in a gelato-making course under the tutelage of a master gelato maker. The following morning will find you touring the captivating city of Lisbon with a private guide and a Polaroid camera, which will allow you to each snap Polaroid photos along the way. That evening, you will be treated to a delicious dinner, which will be accompanied by a fiery evocative Fado performance that will introduce you to the national pastime.
Day three will provide you with a day of exploring the city of Evora and traversing through a cork oak forest on an exhilarating Jeep tour. Afterward, you will visit a working honeybee farm. During your time with the honeybees and their human helpers, you will see the inner workings of how honey is harvested in addition to sampling some of the sweet nectar right from the comb. The coastal gems of Lagos and Sagres and their stunning coastlines will beckon to you to the next day. Day six will then offer a horseback ride along the scenic trails of Louro Mountain outside of Lisbon. Later that evening, your family will participate in a private cooking class that will provide you with the opportunity to craft an authentic Portuguese meal alongside a master chef.
Snails will be the theme of day seven, and you will embark on an excursion to a snail farm, where you will learn about snails and how to pick the best ones to make savory entrees. You will even make a Portuguese dish with some of the former residents of the farm that night. An outdoor adventure will be waiting for you on day eight, during which you will join your private guide for an exhilarating kayaking excursion to Arrabida Nature Park. You will spend the day paddling through the water, which will leave your soul refreshed and your heart full.
Throughout your entire family getaway, you will stay in luxurious accommodations and will have every detail of your vacation taken care of, including all private transfers to and from every destination and airport. Nearly everything about this itinerary is customizable, so you can adjust nearly anything and everything to better suit your moods and interests once you are in Lisbon.
Starting Price
$3,000 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.92 stars based on 1331 reviews.
We recently used Zicasso's travel specialist to help plan and coordinate our trip to Paris and Lisbon, and the experience was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. Every detail of our itinerary was thoughtfully arranged and the entire trip ran smoothly, thanks to their meticulous planning.
In both cities, the accommodations they selected were perfect—centrally located, charming, and comfortable, with excellent service. We truly felt like we were staying in places that matched our style and needs. The staff at both hotels were very accommodating and helpful.
The excursions and tours arranged by the agency were equally impressive. Each guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and added so much depth to our experience. Whether it was exploring hidden gems in Paris or enjoying the culture and history of Lisbon, the tours were well-paced, enriching, and never felt rushed or overly touristy.
We especially appreciated how flexible and responsive the team was throughout the process. They took the time to understand what we were looking for and customized everything to fit our preferences. It made a huge difference knowing we were in such capable hands. We can’t recommend this agency highly enough. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and personal touch turned our trip into an unforgettable experience. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful individuals who made our journey so memorable. Each of them played a unique role in crafting an experience that exceeded our expectations.
Our travel agent, who thoughtfully customized our itinerary with care and creativity. Her ability to listen and tailor the trip to our interests laid the perfect foundation for everything that followed.
Our trip planner, for her warm, personal touches that welcomed us at each hotel and for being readily available throughout our travels. Her kindness, attention to detail, and support made us feel truly cared for every step of the way.
Our culinary tour guide, who led us on a delightful tasting tour. Her friendly energy, deep knowledge, and passion for the local cuisine added a rich and flavorful layer to our time abroad.
Our winery expert, whose expertise and engaging personality made our champagne tastings unforgettable. His insights and enthusiasm helped us appreciate each sip in an entirely new way.
Our history guide, for sharing his deep knowledge of history with such warmth and compassion. His thoughtful storytelling and genuine care made our time together educational and incredibly meaningful.
Reviewed By Michelle S.
We had an amazing trip to Portugal. The Zicasso travel agent's planning allowed us to enjoy a wonderful and stress-free holiday. She and her team even picked us up from and dropped us off at the airport.
We enjoyed all of the activities she planned. The tour guides were extremely knowledgeable.
Her restaurant recommendations were great too! Our drivers were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed By Hope M.
Memorable Mother-Daughter Trip!
We had a wonderful mother-daughter trip to Spain and Portugal! I traveled with my 16-year-old daughter and everything was beautifully organized—excellent accommodations, knowledgeable guides, reliable drivers, and thoughtful recommendations throughout. One of the absolute highlights was a cooking tour in Spain, which gave us an unforgettable, authentic experience.
The agency was extremely responsive and a huge bonus was their app, which made it easy to access our itinerary and connect with them via live chat for questions, tips, and extra suggestions along the way. We felt fully supported from start to finish and would enthusiastically recommend Zicasso's travel partners to anyone planning a special trip.
Reviewed By Shela H.
We had an excellent trip! Everything went as planned. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. We would definitely use Zicasso again.
Reviewed By Amy G.
We had an amazing trip! Zicasso's travel coordinator worked with us and designed a schedule that was just right for the pace we wanted for a relaxing getaway. She was very responsive when we had questions throughout the trip as well.
Reviewed By Kristen S.
The trip was all that we expected and the Zicasso travel agency's planning and assistance were exceptional.
Reviewed By Chris V.
