Portugal, Designed Around you
Travel Inspirations
- Nazaré, Central Portugal
Discover Beyond the Map
Leave the Expected, Embrace the Unexpected
Each journey is carefully designed to go beyond traditional sightseeing. All our trips are personalized and thoughtfully crafted around the traveler’s interests, combining Portugal’s rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes with authentic local experiences. From exploring historic cities and charming villages to tasting regional wines and cuisine, every itinerary is tailored to create a deeper connection with the country.
Whether it’s a private cultural tour, a family adventure, or a scenic journey through coastlines, vineyards, and islands, the focus is always on meaningful travel. With expert guides, carefully selected accommodations, and unique experiences, these journeys reveal the true spirit of Portugal while offering comfort, discovery, and unforgettable memories.Small in size yet rich in experiences, Portugal invites you to explore, connect, and truly feel its soul.
History & Culture
Journeys focused on history and culture invite travelers to step into Portugal’s rich and layered past while experiencing the traditions that continue to shape the country today. From ancient Roman ruins and medieval castles to magnificent monasteries and historic city centers, each destination reveals stories of explorers, kings, artists, and everyday life across the centuries.
Along the way, travelers discover not only monuments and landmarks but also the living culture of Portugal: local traditions, regional cuisine, historic neighborhoods, and vibrant markets. Visits to museums, UNESCO heritage sites, charming villages, and iconic cities allow for a deeper understanding of the country’s identity, offering a journey that blends heritage, art, architecture, and authentic cultural experiences.
Food & Wine
Journeys centered on food and wine celebrate Portugal’s rich culinary heritage and world-renowned wines. Travelers can savor traditional dishes, regional specialties, and the freshest seasonal ingredients while exploring local markets, family-run restaurants, and coastal fish villages. Each meal becomes a cultural experience, revealing the history, traditions, and flavors unique to every region.
Wine experiences are a highlight, from tasting Port in the cellars of Porto to exploring the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley or the sun-soaked wineries of Alentejo. Guided visits, tastings, and vineyard tours offer insight into Portugal’s winemaking heritage, combining education, indulgence, and unforgettable flavors for a journey that delights both the palate and the senses.
Nature
Journeys focused on nature immerse travelers in Portugal’s breathtaking landscapes, from rugged coastlines and golden beaches to lush mountains, rolling vineyards, and volcanic islands. Hikes through national parks, walks along scenic cliffs, and explorations of hidden coves and waterfalls allow visitors to experience the country’s natural beauty up close.
Along the way, travelers can enjoy wildlife spotting, boat trips, and leisurely strolls through forests, gardens, and protected reserves. These journeys combine adventure, tranquility, and discovery, offering a chance to connect with Portugal’s diverse ecosystems while breathing in fresh air and taking in unforgettable views.
Add Flavor to Your Journey
Enhance your journey through Portugal by adding unforgettable experiences in arts and craftsmanship, culture, gastronomy, and nature. Participate in hands-on workshops with skilled artisans, explore historic neighborhoods and cultural landmarks, savor authentic regional dishes and wines, and discover breathtaking landscapes from coastal cliffs to lush mountains. These immersive experiences transform a simple trip into a rich and memorable adventure, allowing you to connect deeply with the country’s traditions, flavors, and natural beauty.
Basketry
Basketry is a cherished Portuguese tradition, practiced across the country. Once essential for agriculture, wicker items are now stylish accessories. Learning this craft offers a hands-on experience and a glimpse into Portugal’s artisanal heritage.
Embroidery
Embroideries are handcrafted designs on fabric using threads like wool, cotton, or linen. Originating from the Age of Discoveries, each region has developed its own distinctive style and character.
Filigree
Filigree arrived in the Iberian Peninsula between 2000 and 2500 B.C. Portuguese pieces are made from fine threads and tiny beads in gold or silver, often depicting symbols of nature, religion, and love.
Porcelain
When it comes to Portuguese porcelain, Vista Alegre stands out. Founded in 1824 by José Ferreira Pinto Basto, it has become a national and international institution, celebrated for its excellence and unmatched quality.
Pottery
Pottery dates back to the Neolithic, when people made vessels to store goods. In Portugal, traditional markets and fairs showcase this heritage. Bisalhães black pottery and Estremoz clay figures are recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Tapestry
Portugal is home to exquisite tapestry, including Arraiolos rugs, hand-embroidered since the 15th century, and Portalegre tapestries, often used in wall decorations. Woven on looms with a unique technique, these pieces can faithfully reproduce intricate paintings.
Tiles
The name comes from Arabic and has become a cherished tradition in Portugal. With 500 years of national production, tiles are a unique decorative and architectural feature, adorning churches, palaces, and city streets
Painting
Discover a creative painting workshop in Portugal, where you can express yourself through art inspired by local landscapes, light, and culture. Guided by a local artist, enjoy a relaxed and inspiring experience suitable for all levels.
Bike tours
Biking is a wonderful way to explore cities while combining history, culture, and exercise. In Lisbon or Porto, you can enjoy city streets steeped in history, while nature-focused routes offer visits to scenic landscapes.
Catholic tours
Portugal is home to countless stunning churches, monasteries, cathedrals, and historic buildings waiting to be explored. Highlights include the Sanctuary of Fátima, Braga Cathedral, Basilica da Estrela in Lisbon, and São Francisco Church in Porto, among many others.
Cork tours
Cork is one of Portugal’s most iconic natural products, and discovering how it is produced offers a wonderful insight into the country’s culture. Remarkably versatile, is used to create everything from fashion accessories to furniture and wall or floor coverings.
4x4 tours
Small towns, scenic backroads, and adventurous routes create the perfect setting to explore authentic Portugal, where nature and the daily life of charming villages come together.
Jewish tours
Jewish heritage is an important part of Portugal’s identity. Although time has softened many visible traces of Jewish life in Portuguese cities, its legacy endures across the country in architecture, town layouts, place names, language, customs, and cultural traditions.
Street Art tours
Contemporary artists have filled the cities with vibrant works that can be found from historic buildings to modern neighborhoods. Each piece carries its own message, reflecting the ideas, creativity, and perspectives of the artists who created them.
Mystic & Dark tours
Discover the darker side of Portugal, where history, legend, and mystery come alive after sunset. Explore places filled with haunting stories and hidden secrets. A unique and atmospheric way to experience Portugal through a more mysterious lens.
Knights Templar tours
Step into the world of the Knights Templar on a journey through Portugal’s most iconic and mysterious sites. From Tomar to ancient castles and sacred monuments, uncover the history, symbolism, and legends of one of the most fascinating orders in Europe.
Cooking class
Portuguese cuisine reflects strong Atlantic and Mediterranean influences. With the guidance of a chef, you can learn to prepare traditional dishes while gaining a deeper understanding of Portugal’s food, wine, and culinary traditions.
Food tours
Food tours are one of the most popular gastronomic experiences. Guided by a local expert, you will taste regional delicacies while exploring historic streets, lively neighborhoods, and the everyday life of the locals.
Harvest experiences
If you love wine and are curious about the production process, this is the perfect experience for you. During August and September, wineries across the country begin the grape harvest, and you can be part of it, an educational and fun day not to miss.
Winery visits
In a country as renowned for its wine as Portugal, visiting wineries is a must. While the Douro Valley is the most famous region, there are over ten wine regions across the mainland and islands. Depending on the area, you can taste a variety of wines, from red and white to green and muscat.
Ballooning
A hot air balloon ride is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, offering breathtaking views of Portugal’s landscapes. From high above, you’ll see the country from a completely new perspective, feeling on top of the world.
Birdwatching
Portugal is one of the best European destinations for birdwatching, thanks to its diverse habitats. On nature tours, on the mainland or the islands, you can enjoy stunning landscapes while following birds in flight across the sky.
Boat tours
Portugal is a country of sailors, and the sea has always been central to its history. With a long coastline, boat tours are a must, offering experiences from relaxing sailing trips to adventurous pirate-ship rides.
Canyoning
For thrill and adventure, these nature tours are perfect. Guided by experts, you’ll explore rivers and waterfalls, face challenges, and encounter unexpected surprises, especially on the islands.
Coasteering
Coasteering is an exhilarating adventure that takes you along the coastline, combining swimming, climbing, jumping, and walking. Explore high cliffs overlooking the deep blue Atlantic and enjoy breathtaking views at every turn.
Fishing
For fishing enthusiasts, whether in freshwater or at sea, Portugal offers a long coastline and countless charming fishing villages. Fishing is a way of life for many locals, making it easy to enjoy this experience in regions such as the Algarve and on the islands.
Geotourism
Geotourism is a growing form of travel, ideal for those who enjoy exploring local culture while connecting with nature. This sustainable tourism promotes geodiversity and highlights the geological heritage of each region.
Hiking Tours
The stunning landscapes of Portugal, rich in unique flora and fauna, make it a hiker’s paradise. From majestic mountains and vast plains to serene Atlantic islands, lush vegetation, extinct volcanoes, and caves filled with natural sculptures, every trail offers beauty and wonder.
Kayaking
Kayaking lets you explore landscapes often unreachable from land. Glide through serene waters, surrounded by nature’s calm, and discover breathtaking views from the ocean, a perspective that makes this experience truly unforgettable.
River cruise
Portugal is home to more than 50 rivers, with the Douro and Tejo being the most famous. Flowing through the country’s largest cities, these rivers offer unforgettable perspectives of urban landscapes, making a river cruise a truly memorable experience.
Surf lesson
With waves all year round, Portugal is a prime destination for surfing in both winter and summer. Two towns stand out: Nazaré, famous for its giant waves, and Ericeira, Europe’s first World Surfing Reserve and a global surfing hotspot.
Whale and Dolphin watching
For nature lovers, the Azores are a must. This archipelago is a haven of pristine landscapes and one of the world’s largest whale sanctuaries. On the mainland, in regions like the Algarve and Setúbal, you can also enjoy boat tours to spot dolphins.
Wonderful experience
We had an amazing trip to Portugal. Filomena’s planning allowed us to enjoy a wonderful and stress-free holiday. She and Jorge even picked us up from & dropped us off at the airport. We enjoyed all of the activities Filomena planned. The tour guides were extremely knowledgeable. Filomena’s restaurant recommendations were great, too! Our drivers, Fernando and Vera, were friendly and helpful. Thank you again, Filomena! We can’t wait to come back!
Hope M from USA
Our fantastic Portugal experience!
We got a fantastic service from the minute we landed in Porto airport! We were there for 13 days! Filomena made as an outstanding itinerary especially for us from Porto to Lisbon , including our hotels and transportation! Filomena and Jorge was very accommodating to our in between requests and changes! We were picked up and made our way through Portugal by very informative and entertaining tour guides , Ricardo, Teresa, Walter, Fernando, Martha and John ! We loved every one of them ! They made our visit remarkable! Filomena and Jorge dropped as off at airport and went out of their way to bring our luggage and checked us at the airline counter ! They made sure our trip back home is great as our time in Portugal! We were 2 couples and recommend Experience Portugal Travel 100%!
Shirly V from USA
A Perfect Portuguese Getaway – thanks to Experience Portugal Travel
Just got back from the most amazing trip to Portugal, all thanks to Filomena and her incredible team at Experience Portugal Travel! 💫 From personalized recommendations to hidden gems we’d never have found on our own, everything was perfectly planned and surprisingly affordable. If you're thinking about Portugal—don’t do it without them. Truly unforgettable! ✨ #PortugalTravel #TravelExperts #FilomenaKnowsBest #ExperincePortugalTravel
Deb B from USA
Our Portugal experience
I could not recommend Filomena and her team more! The two week trip was very well planned and paced. The hotels were top notch and their service with transfers and tours was exceptional. I have never been delivered to the security area before! We have traveled Europe many times under every system you can think of. Never had a more seamless and delightful experience. Bravo all the crew. Cost? Cheaper than a stupid cruise. Best to all our new Portuguese friends.
Tom N from USA
A wonderful tour of Portugal
Filomena Bras and her team of guides and drivers provided us with a wonderful experience and tour of Portugal. Of the three companies that I received tour proposals from, Experience Portugal Travel and Filomena provided the itinerary that best matched what we wanted to see and do. Once we began our tour, it exceeded our expectations. Each day and activities were distinct and very enjoyable in different ways. The very thoughtful and enthusiastic support of her team made the difference, made our trip special. Vera, George, Bruno and Valter all clearly cared about our enjoyment, safety and happiness with our touring – they each went above and beyond the call of duty. We enjoyed our conversations, they answered our many questions, they were very knowledgeable, and accurate (I did fact check some of the information). Their advice and recommendations for dining were excellent; we enjoyed many delicious classic Portuguese dishes. By the end of our time with them, we felt more like friends than clients. I have already highly recommended Filomena Bras to friends who are considering a visit to Portugal next year. We have traveled extensively, to over 55 countries, enjoyed many great experiences. This trip was among the best of our trips.
Channing D from USA
Wonder two weeks in Portugal
Working with Filomena to plan our trip was so easy and fun. Meeting Filomena and George while in Portugal was a special treat. We spent 2 weeks traveling around the country with a terrific itinerary crafted by Filomena. We had plenty of activities (including kayaking in Algarve) and downtime to explore each area on our own. We were two couple traveling together, and Filomena was able to accommodate our differing approaches. We had a seamless, amazing and beautiful trip. Thank you Filomena & George!!!
Monica L from USA
Experience Portugal, you won't regret it!
My husband and I had a Douro river cruise out of Porto already booked and we needed assistance with a pre-tour and post cruise hotel and transports. After reaching out to Filomena we were able to arrange an amazing adventure in Lisbon and Sintra prior to heading to Porto to catch our cruise. It was very late notice on our part and Filomena really saved our trip! She was a dream to work with! Her communication was timely and clear. We were confident to be in good hands. She booked our airport transfer in Lisbon and our post cruise transportation, land hotels, tours, and dinner reservations at a traditional Fado House for dinner. The whole experience was top notch. The accommodations were very nice and perfectly located for us to explore shops and restaraunts in our downtime. We loved our guide Fernando , he was informative and flexible with our itinerary. He really wanted to make sure we had a good time and experienced what we wanted to on our trip. He was also our driver and guide to Porto with stops along the way for sightseeing. We really enjoyed getting to know him. Fernando also gave some great restaurant recommendations! We enjoyed spending our days discovering this beautiful country. The only downfall was that we couldn't stay longer. We will definitely return soon! Muito obrigada to Filomena, George, and Fernando ~ you are the best! <3
lnp2026 from USA
Amazing Portugal Guides
My husband and I were lucky enough to have found Filomena and her company. She along with Her amazing tour guides Marta and Valter gave us the most amazing experience in Portugal that I know we would not have had without their guidance. I wanted to make sure we had the typical tourist attractions and some that were not typical. Filomena planned a perfect trip from Lisbon to Porto for us. Filomena was always there a text or call away for any questions and was the most amazing host. Marta and Valter were Wonderful guides, they were very knowledgeable on the country and the places they took us to. It was so nice going into little cafes, and special places that they wanted us to see, that we would never had gone to on our own. We have traveled all over the world and Filomena and her crew are top notch!!
Jocelyn P from USA
We visited Porto, Sintra , Tomar, Douro Valley and Cascais. We loved the 2 hour boat ride on the Douro River and the vin
My husband and I spent 9 days in Portugal. Filomena Bras, the owner of Experience Portugal did a fabulous job to help plan this trip. She listened to all our needs and made some excellent suggestions. Filomena provided us with wonderful tour guides. (Valter, Vera and Fernando). We had a wonderful time and loved our trip.
Susie G from USA
Trip to Portugal
Filomena n George we're wonderful. They went way over my expectations in their level of service. One day I was going to be late for a connection on my train and they met me at the station so I didn't miss my train. Can't say enough how excellent their service is
Richard S from USA
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