Our experience exceeded our expectations.
Portugal | Sep 14 - Sep 20, 2023

Stephany
Stephany M.
Monroe, NC | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023

Our experience exceeded our expectations. Rita put together an amazing itinerary with wonderful private guides who were personable and knowledgeable. Rita and her colleagues were available to answer questions and address concerns promptly - even on a Sunday. They assisted us with small trip adjustments as needed. Our visit to Portugal was one of the best experiences of my life. Thank you Rita!

Hotel Reviews
Portugal Boutique Hotel
Lisbon

Classy, clean and beautiful hotel. Staff were professional and pleasant. The breakfast was always fresh and delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the heart of the city. We could walk everywhere from this location.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pousada Porto—Rua das Flores
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
Lisbon
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
 Lisbon Roots, Food & Cultural Walk
Lisbon Roots, Food & Cultural Walk
Portugal

Small group tour focused on food & culture. Our guide Dani was so lovely and passionate about her job. She went above and beyond with the details. Highly recommend. Great for day #1 in Lisbon.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Private Day Excursion: Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Portugal

Our guide Martha was so friendly and knowledgeable. We covered so much in 1 day. She provided suggestions and tips for the self-guided portions. She threw in some extra stops for must-try foods and scenic overlooks that enhanced the experience. One of the best days of our trip!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We loved our guide!
Transport
clean & comfortable
Day Excursion to Douro Valley, Wine Tasting & River Cruise
Day Excursion to Douro Valley, Wine Tasting & River Cruise
Porto

This was a day we will never forget! Our amazing guide Gustavo did not disappoint. He was extremely personable and knowledgeable. Our riverboat cruise on the Douro River was followed by a once-in-a-lifetime wine tasting and dining experience. Gustavo arranged for us to taste wine and have a meal with a local Portuguese family who owns and operates their own vineyard. We were invited into their home for a meal. The property owner himself did the wine tasting and coupled this was a genuine home-cooked 3-course meal to accompany each wine. We ate food that was not only authentic to Portugal but way more delicious than any restaurant food we had during our trip. This was by far my most favorite day of our trip.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Very clean & comfortable
Local specialist: Rita Pagano
Rita
Rita Pagano
Local specialist in Madrid | Replied on Sep 26, 2023

Dear Stephany, thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! I'll make sure to forward your feedback to your local guides who will be surely glad to receive it. I feel so grateful I could be a little part of your trip, I'm so happy to know you had an amazing time around Portugal. It was truly a pleasure to work with you throughout the entire process :)
Thank you from the Espíritu Travel family!
Sending you my best regards, Rita.