Our FantasticTrip to Portugal!
Portugal | Jul 4 - Jul 16, 2024

Elizabeth
Elizabeth S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 22, 2024

I am so thankful that I found Kim Kim whose service connected us with Joao in Portugal. He and his team planned our fabulous trip. Joao was responsive and attentive to our desires for the trip and he was so easy to work with. He planned the perfect itinerary for our 13 day trip which included walking tours, wine tastings, boat trips and personal drivers for our day trips to Sintra, the beautiful Douro Valley and for the long drives from city to city. Each person Joao connected us with were passionate and professional in the service they provided. They gave us extra history and knowledge of the beautiful Portuguese culture as we drove from town to town. In addition, the Hotels Joao chose for us were fantastic! Joao and his team's attention to detail and the daily check ins and reminders of the next day's events truly made our trip stress free and fun-filled. Thank you Kim Kim and Joao for coordinating such a magical vacation!

Hotel Reviews
PortoBay Liberdade
Lisbon

Great location and service in a beautiful setting. The breakfasts were amazing!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maison Albar Hotels Le Monumental Palace
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cascade Wellness
Lagos

Good get away hotel for relaxation

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
hotel is a little dated- needs updating
Cascais Miragem
Cascais - Portugal
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour & Tastings
Lisbon

Anna was a great guide who immersed us in the history and culture of Lisbon. and then it was followed by a delicious wine tasting. This was a highlight of our stay in Lisbon

Quality of Experience
A great way to get acclaimated to the city
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Anna was a fantastic guide- very knowledgeable and fun to be with
Transport
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
The Flavors of Port Wine - Sip & Discover
Porto
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

This was a great day trip. However, we chose to skip the Pena Palace, which is new, and instead toured the National Palace which dates back to the 1300's. We also toured Regalaria and enjoyed the beautiful gardens. We also toured the town and the various shops. A wonderful day trip not to be missed

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nelson, our driver, was a highlight of this day trip. The service he provided was exceptional and his knowledge of the area very deep.
Transport
Nelson
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto's Historic Odyssey on a Private Walking Tour
Porto

We had a fabulous guide who was passionate about Porto and the history of Portugal. He gave us a thorough tour of the city

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bernardo was a fantastic and passionate Walking tour guide!!
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service from Porto
Seamless Discovery - The Ultimate Douro Valley Experience with Private Driver Service from Porto
Portugal

A wonderful day trip to be immersed in the beauty of Douro Valley and its history. Not to be missed!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat
Scenic Voyage along the Douro River aboard an Exclusive Boat
Portugal

We loved our boat tour with Nuo Nu...... the champagne was icing on the cake! We only wish it was longer!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Indulge in Elegance on a Guided Winery Tour Infused with Tastings and a Delicious Lunch
Portugal

We loved our tour, lunch and tastings in the beautiful setting of this Winery. Carlos was a fantastic tour guide and teacher.

Quality of Experience
The setting, the food and the wine!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Panoramic Boat to the Ponta da Piedade Grottoes
Panoramic Boat to the Ponta da Piedade Grottoes
Portugal

A fun filled boat trip to the Grottoes. A wonderful way to see them and to photograph them.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were fun ad knowledgeable---Bruno and Catarina
Transport
To Eat Suggestion: Mar do Inferno
To Eat Suggestion: Mar do Inferno
Cascais

Fabulous and large selection of fresh seafood from which to choose--all cooked to order. Beautiful view

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: João Branco
João
João Branco
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jul 23, 2024

Hello Beth,
Thank you so much for your kind words - they mean a lot!!
It was wonderful to have both Queens here - Beth and Camilla. I really hope Portugal remains on your memories for a long time.
Muito Obrigado!!
Your friend in Portugal - João