Beautiful bay in the Algarve region of Portugal.
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Portugal Vacation Ideas

Portugal stands as a marvelous option for an immersive European vacation that breaks the typical mold. From the wine-producing region of the Douro Valley to the rugged coastlines of the south, and the regal cities overflowing with charm, there are opportunities for all types of travelers. Explore the inspirational itineraries below for the best Portugal vacation ideas.

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Castelo de Marvão in the Alentejo region of Portugal.

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,400

12-Day Portugal Castles and Mountains Tour

Lisbon, Alentejo, Alqueva, Evora, Monsaraz +4 more
Vineyards on the Douro River

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,100

Legendary Countryside and Cityscapes Tour of Portugal

Lisbon, Amarante, Porto (City)
Beautiful Praia da Marinha beach in Algarve, Portugal

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,000

Coastal Havens and City Discovery Portugal Tour

Algarve, Portimão, Lisbon, Sintra (City)
Colorful houses on the Douro River in Porto, Portugal

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,900

Lovely Portugal Itinerary: Lisbon to Porto

Lisbon, Sintra (City), Cascais, Estoril, Porto (City) +4 more
Mixed Portuguese traditional rustic tapas food

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $4,700

Ultimate Portugal Food and Wine Tour

Porto, Douro Valley, Obidos, Lisbon, Trancoso +1 more
View of the Don Luis Bridge over the Dora River, Porto

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,900

Romantic 12-Day Portugal Vacation

Porto, Lisbon, Ponta Delgada

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Madeira - a picturesque island covered with rocks

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $9,000

Luxury Portugal Tour to Remember

Madeira, Porto, Palacio da Bolsa, Se do Porto, Livraria Lello +11 more
Riverside of Ponte de Lima village in Portugal.

10 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,900

Illuminating Tour of Portugal’s Historic & Cultural Roots

Porto, Ponte de Lima, Braga, Guimaraes, Chaves +3 more
Jeronimos Monastery is one of the must-see places in Lisbon

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,300

Best of Portugal Tour In a Week

Lisbon, Coimbra, Pinhao, Porto
View from the balcony of the Sé Catedral de Évora, Portugal

12 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,900

12-Day Essence of Portugal Tour: Lisbon, Alentejo, Porto

Lisbon, Sintra, Evora, Obidos, Fatima +3 more
Monastery of the Order of Christ - Former Castle of the Knights Templar, Tomar, Portugal

11 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,600

World Heritage Portugal Tour: 12 UNESCO Sites in 11 Days

Lisbon, Porto, Douro Valley, Tomar, Cascais
Seven Cities lake "Lagoa das Sete Cidades" on São Miguel, Azores islands, Portugal

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $6,200

Luxury Escape to Azores: Adventure Tour of Portugal's Islands

Ponta Delgada, Azores

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Reviews of Zicasso's Portugal Vacation Ideas

Based on 1419 verified traveler reviews.

Portugal Trip Review: 1 Week

I couldn’t say enough positive things about Zicasso's travel specialists, from top to bottom. Airport service was excellent, daily guides were excellent, and management was excellent, a rare combination.

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Portugal Travel Review: Sintra, Nazare, Ericeira, Arrabida National Park, Lisbon, Hiking, Sailing, 1 Week

My trip to Portugal was absolutely amazing. Zicasso’s travel company went above and beyond my expectations. The itinerary was amazing and all the guides were incredible. Everything was on time, the accommodations they booked were five-star and in great locations, and enough time was built in for me to be able to explore on my own. I feel the cost was well worth the value. Should I ever go back to Portugal, I would certainly use this travel company again, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have a great experience on a Portugal vacation.

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Portugal Vacation Review: Alentejo, Lisbon, Sintra, History, Scenery, 1 Week

Zicasso’s tour company did a fabulous job in providing us with an exceptional Portugal vacation over the Christmas and New Year’s holiday. They provided us the 24/7 coverage they promised over the holidays without a glitch, including addressing our weather-delayed arrival and multiple itinerary updates that this required without missing a step. We will be using this travel company again and recommend them without reservation.

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Portugal Travel Review: Porto, Nazare, Lisbon, 1 Week

We enjoyed a relaxing trip to Portugal in December 2025. Zicasso’s travel company and their team were awesome, very present, tailored the trip based on our needs, and we got to explore much of the country, given the time of the year. The itinerary suggested was wholesome, relaxing, and covered most of the sights and sounds. I would highly recommend them to friends and family.

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Spain Vacation Review: Granada, Cordoba, Alhambra, 10 Days

It was a fantastic trip. Zicasso’s travel agent and her team planned everything meticulously. The guides were fantastic, all having grown up in the cities they were touring. When we wanted to make some last-minute changes, they happily obliged. They were available to us at all times, day and night, and helped us with restaurants. I will definitely want to use them again and highly recommend them!!

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Portugal Tour Review: 1 Week

Zicasso’s travel specialist and her team were exceptional. Our guides were wonderful. The team was super-accessible. It was a great agenda. The team adapted to unforeseen circumstances and were continually going the extra mile. It was a great experience and I recommend this travel specialist highly!

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