Spring in Portugal awaits!
Join Stephanie & Ari for 11 unforgettable days exploring Portugal through its history, culture, food, and wine. Expect scenic vineyards, beautiful cities, incredible flavors, and the kind of experiences that make you fall in love with a place.
The One Monumental Palace is a stately five-star hotel located on Avenida dos Aliados, in the heart of Porto. This historic building, constructed in the neoclassical style in 1923, connects Porto's past with its future, offering an unparalleled luxury experience, including exceptional dining options, such as the prestigious Le Monument restaurant.
Daily breakfast is included.
Welcome to an unparalleled blend of luxury and natural beauty at our 5-star luxury boutique hotel in the Douro Valley a UNESCO World Heritage Site with direct views of the Douro River. Among the most distinctive Douro Valley hotels in Portugal, this is where refined hospitality meets an authentic sense of place.
Daily breakfast is included.
As you walk through the center of Lisbon (Baixa), you'll find history and culture on every corner. Here is where all the stories of the characters that make up the country converge. Those who have inhabited this city throughout the centuries, as well as the works of their lives, are clues to what makes this city one of the most charismatic capitals in the world.
At Hotel da Baixa, we were inspired by emblematic Portuguese figures in the design of each floor, as well as by unique tours so you can discover the best this city has to offer.
Daily breakfast is included.
Get ready to sip, savor, and explore Portugal. Stephanie & Ari have curated an unforgettable journey just for you.
Arrival in Porto
VIP Airport Meet & Greet
Upon arrival in Porto, you will be welcomed by our airport representative and escorted through passport control, luggage collection, and expedited customs before being accompanied to your private chauffeur.
Private Transfer to Hotel
Meet your chauffeur for a private transfer to your hotel and time to settle in after your journey.
Welcome Dinner
This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner as you begin your journey through Portugal.
Porto’s Culture, History & Culinary Traditions
Porto Walking Tour
Set out with your private local guide to explore the historic streets of Porto. Discover the city’s rich maritime history, local traditions, and iconic landmarks including the Cathedral, São Bento Railway Station, Livraria Lello, the riverfront, and Porto’s famous iron bridges. Along the way, enjoy a special chocolate and wine tasting, with included entry to Livraria Lello and Church of Saint Francis.
Cooking Class & Welcome Dinner
This evening, gather for a hands-on Portuguese cooking class led by a professional chef. Learn to prepare traditional local dishes before sitting down together to enjoy the meal you’ve created, paired with regional wines—an intimate and memorable evening in Porto. Transportation is included.
Port Wine Experience & Riverside Dining
Exclusive Port Wine Experience
Enjoy a private guided visit to one of Porto’s historic Port wine cellars along the Douro River, where winery admission and a premium Port wine tasting are included. Explore the centuries-old aging cellars and discover the traditions behind Portugal’s most iconic wine.
Panoramic Riverside Lunch
Following your tasting, continue to a contemporary riverside restaurant for a leisurely lunch overlooking the Douro. A pre-fixed lunch menu is included, featuring local Portuguese flavors served alongside sweeping views of the river and Porto’s historic skyline.
Scenic Villages & The Beauty of the Douro Valley
Scenic Journey Through the Vinho Verde Region
Travel from Porto to Douro Valley aboard your private transportation, accompanied by a professional guide who will share the history, culture, and traditions of the region along the way.
Your journey will include one curated stop en route, where a full traditional lunch with regional dishes and wine is included.
- Amarante — Stroll through the historic center, visit the São Gonçalo Monastery, and enjoy lunch by the river.
Douro Wine Estates & Rabelo Cruising
Douro Valley Wine & River Experience
Spend the day exploring Douro Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region, surrounded by terraced vineyards, river views, and breathtaking landscapes. Your full-day guided tour and transportation are included, with scenic stops at some of the valley’s most beautiful viewpoints along the way.
Visit a carefully selected wine estate where a premium Port wine tasting is included, offering the opportunity to sample a variety of Port wines along with exceptional Douro reds and whites.
For lunch, enjoy a truly special experience at a family-owned estate, where a traditional homemade meal with wine pairing is included, hosted in an intimate setting that reflects the warmth of Portuguese hospitality.
To conclude the day, board a traditional Rabelo boat for a peaceful journey along the Douro River, where your private one-hour boat ride is included.
Coimbra & Cultural Treasures Tour
Journey from Douro Valley to Lisbon with a scenic stop in Coimbra. Your full-day guided tour and private transportation are included, allowing you to explore one of Portugal’s most historic university cities along the way.
Visit the renowned University of Coimbra, where entrance to the Joanina Library is included, then continue through Coimbra’s historic center, including the Old Cathedral and the Church of Santa Cruz.
During your visit, enjoy a relaxing stop for lunch at a local restaurant, included as part of your experience, before continuing onward to Lisbon.
After lunch, continue to Lisbon, where you will be transported directly to your hotel for check-in and time to unwind for the evening.
Sintra’s Mysticism & Wine Experience
Travel from Lisbon to Sintra for a full day of history, scenery, and wine. Your full-day private tour and transportation are included, combining one of Portugal’s most iconic landmarks with a relaxed winery experience along the West Coast.
Begin with a visit to Quinta da Regaleira, where entrance is included, and explore its romantic gardens, hidden tunnels, and the famous Initiation Well while discovering the estate’s fascinating symbolism and history.
Continue to a prestigious coastal winery, where a winery tour, wine tasting, and curated estate lunch are included. Discover the region’s distinctive Atlantic wines before enjoying a leisurely lunch paired with estate wines in a beautiful vineyard setting.
Lisbon Tile Painting Workshop
Private Portuguese Tile Painting Experience
Discover one of Portugal’s most beautiful artistic traditions during a hands-on tile painting workshop in Lisbon. Your half-day private experience with round-trip transportation is included, offering a creative introduction to the country’s iconic ceramic heritage.
Begin with a short introduction to the history of Portuguese tiles and the techniques behind them, then create your own piece using traditional painting methods. One tile, along with all tools and materials, is included, and you’ll leave with your hand-painted tile as a special keepsake from your time in Lisbon.
This evening, enjoy a group dinner in a local restaurant.
Évora Heritage, Cork & Wine Experience
Journey into the heart of the Alentejo for a full day of history, wine, and regional traditions. Your full-day private tour and transportation are included, with experiences that showcase the landscapes and flavors that define this remarkable region.
Begin with an immersive local experience centered around Alentejo’s renowned cork or olive oil traditions, offering insight into one of Portugal’s most important rural industries.
Continue to a prestigious wine estate where a wine tasting and lunch are included, featuring regional specialties paired with Alentejo wines in a beautiful countryside setting.
In the afternoon, explore Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage city rich in history and architecture. Visit Capela dos Ossos, where entrance is included, then discover the city’s historic highlights including the Roman Temple, Cathedral, and Giraldo Square.
Lisbon Walking Tour, São Jorge Castle & Fado Dinner
Discover the historic heart of Lisbon on a half-day guided experience through the city’s oldest neighborhoods, scenic viewpoints, and iconic landmarks. Your private transportation and expert local guide are included, along with pastéis de nata and coffee to begin the day.
Continue to São Jorge Castle, where entrance is included, and enjoy panoramic views over Lisbon and the Tagus River before returning to your hotel.
In the evening, experience the soul of Lisbon with a traditional Fado performance in an intimate private setting. Dinner, transportation, and the Fado show are included, offering a memorable evening of Portuguese music, culture, and cuisine.
Departure from Lisbon
Today you will enjoy a private transfer from your hotel to Lisbon Airport.
After an unforgettable journey through Portugal’s wine regions, historic cities, and culinary traditions, enjoy your private transfer to the airport for your flight home, taking with you memories to savor long after the journey ends.
Whether you’re traveling with a companion or prefer your own private room, select the package that best suits your style. Each option includes the full itinerary and all of the unforgettable food, wine, culture, and history that Stephanie & Ari have planned for this special journey.
INCLUSIONS
- Accommodation (10 nights at 5 star Hotels carefully selected for their quality. 3 nights at Porto, 2 nights at Douro Valley and 5 nights at Lisbon)
- All Breakfast (at the Hotels)
- 2 Group Dinners
- 9 Guided Tours/Experiences
- 1 Cooking Class Experience
- 1 Exclusive Fado Experience
- 2 Transfers in MB V Class for arrival and departure. (Transportation per couple or single person)
- Complimentary VIP at airport on arrival
- Gratuities
***Due to the special nature of this group trip, all payments are non-refundable.
INCLUSIONS
- Accommodation (10 nights at 5 star Hotels carefully selected for their quality. 3 nights at Porto, 2 nights at Douro Valley and 5 nights at Lisbon)
- All Breakfast (at the Hotels)
- 2 Group Dinners
- 9 Guided Tours/Experiences
- 1 Cooking Class Experience
- 1 Exclusive Fado Experience
- 2 Transfers in MB V Class for arrival and departure. (Transportation per couple or single person)
- Complimentary VIP at airport on arrival
- Gratuities
***Due to the special nature of this group trip, all payments are non-refundable.