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Portugal

Hand-crafted Travel to Portugal

Renowned for its beach towns and cities steeped in history, Portugal offers a combination of relaxation and cultural heritage. Cooler winters allow for festive celebrations with sunny days and thinner crowds. Spring is perfect for exploring Porto Old Town, witnessing the grape harvest, and indulging in gastronomic and wine-tasting experiences after kayaking on the Douro River. In summer, the Algarve’s stunning beaches, dolphin spotting in Comporta, and private tours in Lisbon showcase the country in all its splendour. Portugal reveals its artistic side through activities such as pottery and cookery classes, where you can learn to make pastel de nata, the classic Portuguese custard tart. Whether exploring secluded beaches with dramatic caves or admiring the grand architecture of Lamego, Portugal delivers an exceptional experience for families, couples, and solo travellers alike.

  • Explore Lisbon’s historic neighbourhoods like Alfama, ride the iconic Tram 28, and enjoy panoramic views from Sao Jorge Castle’s hilltop location.
  • Discover Porto’s historic Ribeira district, tour the famous port wine cellars, and stay in the luxurious hotel Six Senses Douro Valley, with world-class spa and stunning vistas of the Douro River.
  • Relax on the Algarve’s golden beaches, stay in luxury resorts, and enjoy activities like dolphin watching, air hot balloon, cliffside hiking, and exploring hidden coves.
  • Visit Sintra’s enchanting palaces, including the colourful Pena Palace and the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira, known for its gardens and underground tunnels.
  • Stay in elegant wine estates in the Douro Valley, enjoying private tasting, vineyard tours, and scenic river cruises along Portugal’s premier wine region.

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Travelling to Portugal with True

Whether you are looking for short city break, or adding Portugal to a multi-country Europe tour, our tailor-made approach can help you create the perfect trip.

A True Portugal Itinerary

Our travel design process starts with you and your ideas, each trip created from a blank piece of paper.

Our Europe specialists have created a selection of example itineraries to provide a sense of what can be crafted for you in Portugal.

10 Day Itinerary

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9 Day Itinerary

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True Experiences In Portugal

Vineyards, Beaches, Cities, Portugal is a tapestry of delights, where around every corner is the chance to make more memories. Our favourite experiences have been hand-picked to make your itinerary special.

Our Featured Portugal Accommodation

Each trip True Travel curate is based on the experience you are looking for and as an independent travel operator, we are not obliged or committed to any properties.

You can rest safe in the knowledge that the accommodation we recommend for your stay has been chosen based on your interests, not ours.

Portugal Hotspots

Immerse yourself in Portugal’s diverse landscapes and heritage. Lisbon, the coastal capital, blends historic charm with contemporary energy. The Algarve’s golden beaches and rugged cliffs invite relaxation. Porto, famed for port wine, unfolds along the Douro River. Explore the medieval magic of Sintra and the cultural richness of Porto.

Douro Valley

So beautiful it is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Douro Valley should never be overlooked as a holiday destination. Cruising up the river is, by all means, the best way to take in the terraced vineyards of the region. Once you have reached the wonderfully peaceful heart of the Douro, there are some great places to really switch off at. Visiting local vineyards is a must, and if you are fortunate enough to be staying in Autumn, joining in with the harvest is a unique way to get involved and say you helped produce the wine of that season.The region’s sprinkling of historic towns and rustic villages are also wonderful to wander around, while the rugged mountains to east are home to the Côa Valley’s prehistoric rock art and some great hikes.

Lisbon

Lisbon is the country’s capital, brimming with hustle and bustle and located on the coast. You can while your time away café hopping and noseying around neighbourhoods. The city is colourful and lively and the atmosphere is contagious.

Our Destination expertise

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Our team of Europe specialists live and breathe European adventures, always looking for the next hidden gem, so you can be assured you will be in the best hands when planning your trip. They will look after you start to finish using their expert knowledge to give you a holiday to remember.

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Molly Kinnaird

Molly grew up in Northern Ireland and spent her summers on the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland which inspired her love for all things Europe. Having visited almost every country in the continent, her knowledge of the luxury market in this region is unrivalled.

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Emily Beor- Roberts

Emily has been using her fastidious organisation skills to seek the road less travelled for the last 5 years. Having fined tuned her expertise as a Travel Tailor first, Emily now designs trips across Europe.

Annabel Humphrey

Annabel naturally loved to explore Europe, even before embarking on her career in luxury travel. Having spent time working for some of London’s finest hotels, Annabel’s passion is to help others explore the region in comfort and style.

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