Beautiful bay in the Algarve region of Portugal.
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Portugal Vacation Ideas

Portugal stands as a marvelous option for an immersive European vacation that breaks the typical mold. From the wine-producing region of the Douro Valley to the rugged coastlines of the south, and the regal cities overflowing with charm, there are opportunities for all types of travelers. Explore the inspirational itineraries below for the best Portugal vacation ideas.

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Castelo de Marvão in the Alentejo region of Portugal.

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,400

12-Day Portugal Castles and Mountains Tour

Lisbon, Alentejo, Alqueva, Evora, Monsaraz +4 more
Vineyards on the Douro River

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,100

Legendary Countryside and Cityscapes Tour of Portugal

Lisbon, Amarante, Porto (City) 
Beautiful Praia da Marinha beach in Algarve, Portugal

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,000

Coastal Havens and City Discovery Portugal Tour

Algarve, Portimão, Lisbon, Sintra (City) 
Colorful houses on the Douro River in Porto, Portugal

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,900

Lovely Portugal Itinerary: Lisbon to Porto

Lisbon, Sintra (City), Cascais, Estoril, Porto (City) +4 more
Mixed Portuguese traditional rustic tapas food

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $4,700

Ultimate Portugal Food and Wine Tour

Porto, Douro Valley, Obidos, Lisbon, Trancoso +1 more
View of the Don Luis Bridge over the Dora River, Porto

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,900

Romantic 12-Day Portugal Vacation

Porto, Lisbon, Ponta Delgada 

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Madeira - a picturesque island covered with rocks

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $9,000

Luxury Portugal Tour to Remember

Madeira, Porto, Palacio da Bolsa, Se do Porto, Livraria Lello +11 more
Riverside of Ponte de Lima village in Portugal.

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,900

Illuminating Tour of Portugal’s Historic & Cultural Roots

Porto, Ponte de Lima, Braga, Guimaraes, Chaves +3 more
Jeronimos Monastery is one of the must-see places in Lisbon

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,300

Best of Portugal Tour In a Week

Lisbon, Coimbra, Pinhao, Porto 
View from the balcony of the Sé Catedral de Évora, Portugal

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,900

12-Day Essence of Portugal Tour: Lisbon, Alentejo, Porto

Lisbon, Sintra, Evora, Obidos, Fatima +3 more
Monastery of the Order of Christ - Former Castle of the Knights Templar, Tomar, Portugal

11 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,600

World Heritage Portugal Tour: 12 UNESCO Sites in 11 Days

Lisbon, Porto, Douro Valley, Tomar, Cascais 
Seven Cities lake "Lagoa das Sete Cidades" on São Miguel, Azores islands, Portugal

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $6,200

Luxury Escape to Azores: Adventure Tour of Portugal's Islands

Ponta Delgada, Azores 

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Reviews of Zicasso's Portugal Vacation Ideas

Based on 1395 verified traveler reviews.

Pamela S.
Spain Vacation Review: Madrid, Granada, Seville, Barcelona, Costa Brava, Toledo, Cordoba, Flamenco, Sailing, Museums, Cathedrals, 11-Day Trip

My husband, our two adult sons, and myself had the pleasure of going to Spain for 11 nights. We didn’t know much about the country, so we relied on Zicasso’s travel specialist to guide us. From the start, she explained the history, culture, food, etc.

We traveled to Madrid, Granada, Seville, Barcelona, and Costa Brava! We also took day trips to Toledo and Córdoba. We had excellent tour guides and drivers. Our trip flowed nicely, as we were on the go a lot of the time.

It was a trip of a lifetime for our family. We looked forward to the tapas, paellas, Jamón Ibérico, gazpacho, empanadas, rabo de toro, and, of course, the seafood every evening. The Spanish people were great and some we’ll never forget!

We learned so much about the ancient and early history, including the Roman conquest through the Medieval and early modern history. We were taking in this information all week, including the Prado Museum, the Picasso Museum, and the Dalí Theatre-Museum!

A simple family moment was sitting on our rooftop in Seville by the pool looking out at this beautiful city, which was difficult to leave!

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Joyce G.
Portugal Travel Review: Douro Valley, 10-Day Trip

Zicasso’s travel specialist and her team were amazing! We developed a great itinerary that included diverse activities and beautiful accommodations. Everyone was knowledgeable, pleasant, attentive, and flexible to adjust to changing conditions, such as intermittent bad weather. We highly recommend the whole team!

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Mike K.
Portugal Trip Review: Porto, Lisbon, Wine Tasting, Golf, 2 Weeks

Our trip to Portugal was outstanding. Zicasso, the tour operator, and our travel specialist were excellent. I worked with our specialist for over a month planning our trip. We did this via email and one phone call. She responded to every change I requested promptly and organized the itinerary to exactly how my wife, Jacki, and I wanted it.

The hotels she picked were excellent. The private drivers we had were always on time and were very friendly and professional. The tour guides she provided were great; very informative on the history of Portugal. The wine tours and city tours were exceptional.

Jacki and I have the utmost gratitude for our specialist's efforts in organizing this vacation. I would rate her a 10 of 10. Her expertise was invaluable, which made our vacation so enjoyable. We experienced so much that we couldn't have done on our own.

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Len R.
Spain, Portugal Trip Review: Food Tour, Cathedrals, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel specialist and tour operator are fantastic. They planned a great adventure for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Spain and Portugal. When little hiccups came up, our agents took care of everything. This was our second vacation planned through Zicasso and they have delivered both times. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour operator to any of my friends who are planning a vacation to Spain or Portugal.

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Susie G.
Portugal Tour Review: Sintra, Douro River, Vineyard Tour, 8 Nights

Zicasso's travel specialist planned a wonderful trip. All entrance tickets were purchased in advance, so we never had to wait in a line. Our tour guides were very informative and always answered our questions. I walk with a cane and they all took their time with us. We never felt rushed. The personal service was excellent. The cars (Mercedes-Benz) were very comfortable.

The travel agency is an excellent company to deal with. Each step of the trip, we were well taken care of. We were also taken to some sights that were not on the itinerary. They are very flexible.

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Rob &.
Protugal Trip Review: 8 Days

Zicasso's travel specialist could not have been better to work with. As we planned the trip, his knowledgeable and patient demeanor came to the forefront. He always had good suggestions and solutions to our questions. There was no pressure and everything involved in planning the trip was very relaxing and enjoyable.

While we were in Portugal, our agent was incredibly communicative (and timely in his communication), helpful, and able to help us pivot when something came up on our end—he was very solutions-oriented and focused on us just enjoying our time there. We appreciated it immensely—the trip was worry-free.

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