The Kim Kim team put together a fantastic tri...
Portugal
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Jun 20 - Jun 28, 2024
The Kim Kim team put together a fantastic trip to Portugal for my husband and me. They selected excellent hotels that met our budget and were in great locations. We loved the tours that Kim Kim book. We absolutely loved Paulo in Sintra who spent the day with us and took us to the Pena Castle and other local areas of interest. Kim Kim booked all of our train and car travel and hotel transfers. We had a blast!
Hotel Reviews
Our favorite accommodation was at NH Sintra Centro Hotel. Recently renovated, it offered beautiful views and was very updated and clean. Getting there was a bit tricky due to narrow roads, but once we arrived, it was perfect. The breakfast was excellent, and the overall experience was wonderful.
The Miramar Hotel & Spa in Nazaré was nice but not our favorite. The hotel was under construction, so the spa and indoor pool were closed. The room was clean, and the staff was polite, but it lacked some conveniences like an ironing board. The location was good, allowing us to walk to most places. Overall, it was a decent stay but could have been better.
Our stay at Pousada Porto—Rua das Flores was excellent. The hotel was in a prime location, especially during the St. John's Festival. The breakfast was fantastic, and the dinner we had there was delicious. The room was a bit small but very clean, and we spent most of our time outside, so it didn't matter much. The staff was polite, and we enjoyed the overall experience despite the room size.
Activity Reviews
We started our trip with a food and cultural walk in Lisbon, which was fantastic. Our guide took us to some traditional Portuguese places, including an olive oil shop that we probably wouldn't have found on our own. We were paired with two ladies from Tampa, Florida, and despite our initial doubts about getting along, we ended up having a blast and even stayed in touch. The guide was lovely and made the experience really special.
The tuk-tuk tour in Lisbon was another highlight. Our driver was punctual, knowledgeable, and spent plenty of time with us, giving us a rich history of the city. Lisbon's steep hills can be a lot to handle on foot, so this was a perfect way to see the city without too much walking. It was a great way to get around and learn about Lisbon.
This e-bike tour in Porto was incredible, though challenging due to the hot weather and the crowd from the St. John's Festival. Our guide was wonderful, spent extra time with us, and made sure we were safe and comfortable. He took us to less crowded trails and provided a lot of historical context, which we appreciated. He also brought water and snacks for us and even took great photos. This was a very active excursion, but we loved every minute of it.
Hi Melinda! Thank you SO much for writing your trip review and for your kind words! It has been a true pleasure helping you plan your trip to Portugal and I am so glad you had such a fantastic trip :) I will share your kind words with all the team! I look forward to helping you plan another adventure in the future! 🤩Warm regards for Espiritu Travel team