Vineyards in the Douro River Valley, Portugal

Food, Wine, and Culture in Portugal

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Customizable Itinerary

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Countries Visited

Portugal

Places Visited

Lisbon, Obidos, Nazare, Porto...

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Suggested Duration

9 Days

A destination of discovery, with classic cities, dramatic landscapes, and sites representing a rich past. This is what you will find on this 9-Day Food, Wine, and Culture in Portugal tour. Enjoy the dramatic interior of Porto’s Se Catedral, bohemian Lisbon neighborhoods, the castle walls of Obidos, and the magnificent wine region along the Douro River, biting into flavors of traditional Sintra queijada or Belem’s pasteis de nata to embrace delectable Portugal.

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Trip Highlights

  • Wander the walled city of Obidos, admiring the splash of pink of bougainvillea covering white-washed walls.
  • Visit the picturesque and hauntingly dramatic cathedral in Porto and learn of kings and prominent men through tales told in tiles on the famous Sao Bento Railway Station
  • Weave your way along the Douro River and capture the scenic beauty of the vineyards flanking the body of water
  • Savor the taste of Evora as you bite into the Alentejo smoky sausage and smooth Evora DOP cheese.
  • Enjoy classic Alentejo red wines, fruit-forward, floral, and served in wineries set on large plots of land, surrounded by vineyards.
  • Soak up scenes of a turquoise ocean as it laps against pristine white-sand beaches along the Setubal Peninsula
  • Walk the bohemian neighborhood of Alfama and delight in a pasteis de nata or two in the popular neighborhood of Belem
  • Take some time out to discover charming Sintra, with its Pena Palace a highlight of any visit to this picturesque town

Starting Price

$2,700 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

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

Reviews of this Travel Agency

4.99 stars based on 372 reviews.

Portugal Tour Review: Lisbon, Lagos, Jewelry Making, Bengali...

This trip was fantastic! My husband and I, along with my three daughters in their 20s, had the best time. Planning with Zicasso's travel expert was easy. She was quick to respond to emails, texts and calls before and during the trip.

We wanted some unique experiences, like making Portuguese filigree jewelry, and she found a great place for us! The hotels she selected were perfect for our larger group.

Reviewed By Lisa P.

Portugal Multigenerational Trip Review: Douro Valley, Lisbon,...

The trip was a fantastic introduction to Portugal and a great mix of history, activities, and relaxing.

We had three generations of family members on the trip, with a wide range of interests and dietary needs. Zicasso's travel company did an amazing job guiding us every day and accommodating last-minute changes. Each of the guides were very knowledgeable about the area and history, and flexible to our needs.

Reviewed By Jay B.

Portugal Trip Review: Cascais, 12-Night Trip

Zicasso's travel expert made the trip seamless and easy, from greeting us at the airport to providing drivers and guides for our excursions, selecting beautiful hotels in fantastic locations, and sending us off at the airport. I would highly recommend her to anyone traveling to Portugal.

Reviewed By Theresa M.

Portugal Travel Review: Azores, Private Guide, 11 Days

My experience with Zicasso's trip planner was excellent. From our first phone conversation to our arrival in the Azores, she was attentive to our needs and listened closely to our travel requests.

Reviewed By Ingrid M.

Portugal Vacation Review: Family Heritage, Azores, Pico,...

We could not have had a better experience than with Zicasso's trip planner. The quality of individualized tours, accommodations, and private transportation made our trip. Most importantly, if we had any questions during our trip in this new country, she was immediately responsive. We have been spoiled forever and would use her services for any future trips!

Reviewed By Debbie H.

Portugal Tour Review: Douro Valley, History, Culture, Wine...

Portugal is a beautiful country, with so many great things to offer! We loved every minute of our time there!

Zicasso's travel agency helped us plan the perfect trip! They listened to what we were looking for and helped execute the vision flawlessly! We were able to strike the right balance between busy days, seeing all there is to see and learning about the culture, history, and landscape of Portugal, and more relaxed time to take it all in and explore on our own!

Our agent and her team paid close attention to the details, which went so far in making sure we had the perfect trip!

Reviewed By Jessica J.

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