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Full-Day Trips in Portugal: 15 Good Ones, Priced

35 tours  ·  from $37

The best full-day trips fill up first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon - Inside Pena Palace with a local guide
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Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

1.Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,018 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $60Our pick

Join a small group at Lisbon’s Hard Rock Cafe for an eight-hour trip through Sintra and Cascais. Visit Pena Park and, if selected, Pena Palace, then stop at Cabo da Roca, Guincho Beach, Hell’s Mouth, and Cascais. Guides such as Joao, Ana, Fabio, and Orlando add history, driving help, and local food tips.

“We had a wonderful day with Joao going to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo de Roca and Cascais! He was an expert on the history of each place as well as the best restaurants and things to do in each place. The tour was a great speed and good balance of guided time and free time to explore. Joao was a great driver and made sure everyone in the small group was comfortable and enjoying themselves. Thank you Joao for an amazing day we will never forget!”

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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip - Bom Jesus do Monte and its monumental staircase
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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

2.Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,951 reviews · 9 hours · from $59

Spend nine hours with a guide exploring Bom Jesus do Monte, Braga Cathedral, and Guimarães Castle. Air-conditioned minibus transport, entrance fees, and a Guimarães walking tour are included. Guides vary, with Tania, Pedro, Carlos, Bernardo, and Castro among the names praised for clear storytelling and helpful local advice.

“I think two hours free time was excessive. Either add some other point of interest or just make it an hour.”

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Three Cities in One Day: Porto, Nazare and Obidos from Lisbon - Nazaré and the view from Forte de São Miguel
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Three Cities in One Day: Porto, Nazare and Obidos from Lisbon

3.Three Cities in One Day: Porto, Nazare and Obidos from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,572 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $133

Leave central Lisbon at 8:00 am for Óbidos, Nazaré, and Porto in an air-conditioned minibus. Expect a fast-paced day, short visits in the first two towns, lunch and a guided Porto walk. Guides such as Ricardo, Francisco, John, and Maria are known for history, humor, organization, and, in Ricardo’s case, even a song or two.

“What a lovely experience this was! Paulo and his entire team are very kind and polite. Your good experience is their ultimate priority! The weather was a bit rough- tons of rain but the tour went through successfully and I highly recommend anyone visiting Lisbon for a day to try this out!! It’ll be an experience of a lifetime.”

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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto - Bom Jesus and the water-powered funicular
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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

4.Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,552 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $71

Travel from Porto in an air-conditioned minibus to Braga and Guimarães with a local guide. Visit Bom Jesus, Braga Cathedral, Guimarães Castle, São Miguel do Castelo, and the UNESCO-listed old town. Expect about nine hours, free time for lunch, a group of up to 27, and possible bilingual guiding.

“It was a rainy cold dreary day, however our host was wonderful!! The food was fantastic at the restaurant he recommended!!! Learned a lot about the history of northern Portugal…Highly recommend..”

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From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip - Câmara de Lobos and the farming terraces
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From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip

5.West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,067 reviews · 8 hours · from $37Best value

Travel from Funchal with a multilingual guide such as Tony, Daniel, Carlos, or Gama to Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and São Vicente. Expect about eight hours on steep, winding roads, with time for viewpoints, a possible swim, lunch, and local sights. Pickup is available at many Funchal hotels.

“we took the West tour with Tony , who was in fact one of the best guides I have ever encountered, he was very knowledgeable, funny and in general a great person. we stopped in so many places , like small cute towns , amazing viewpoints and more. we also got info on the way about random things like flowers and crops that are seen in the road and even a bit of history about Madeira. in my honest opinion, this tour worth even more than the price it listed for :) 10/10”

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From Lisbon: Day Trip to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré - Óbidos: a medieval town in 45 minutes
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From Lisbon: Day Trip to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré

6.Day Trip to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,311 reviews · 12 hours · from $97

Travel from Lisbon to Óbidos, Nazaré, and Porto by air-conditioned bus with a live guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Walk Óbidos’s medieval lanes, visit Nazaré’s Forte de São Miguel and O Sítio, then explore Porto’s UNESCO-listed center, São Bento Station, churches, the Douro, and Dom Luís Bridge. Private groups and luggage transfer to Porto may be available.

“A bit rush. Maybe make it 30-45 longer, places are crowded so we need more time otherwise great experience!”

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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença - Arriving in Santiago de Compostela
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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

7.Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 883 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Porto to Santiago de Compostela in a small minibus, learn about Portuguese heritage and the Camino de Santiago, then explore the cathedral and old town independently. On the return, visit Valença do Minho’s fortified town with a guide. Expect about 10 hours, free time, and a possible bilingual tour.

“I was 45 minutes early to arrive at the stated meeting point address to make sure that I did not miss the tour. However, the meeting point address was not correct as stated in the reservation, and waited and there was not tour company in the meeting point address. I inquired to a person wearing Red shirt passing by me and was informed that the meeting point address has changed. I followed the red shirt person instruction of the correct meeting point address and arrived at the correct address. I informed the people coordinating the tour at the correct address, and the answer was, sorry for the inconvenience, but the…”

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Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting - Setúbal market or Palmela Castle
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Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting

8.Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 494 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Trade Lisbon’s city streets for Setúbal’s market, Arrábida’s coastal views, Sesimbra’s seafood, and two wine stops. Your guide drives a small, air-conditioned minivan, shares Portuguese history, and includes six tastings. Guides such as Xavier, Pedro, Sergio, and Maria have received especially strong praise, though the tour may occasionally run in two languages.

“I really enjoyed the day. Weather was nice, but i guess is almost always nice. The tour guide was very friendly with good communications skills. I liked the architecture of the buildings, the view of the sea side and ocean.”

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From Porto: Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways Guided Day Trip - Arouca sweets and a short town stop
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From Porto: Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways Guided Day Trip

9.Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 456 reviews · 9 hours · from $135

Travel from Porto in a small group of up to eight with guides such as Pedro, Daniel, Maia, or João. Cross the 516-meter Arouca bridge, walk about 8 kilometers beside the Paiva River, taste Arouca sweets, and finish with Arouquesa beef, vinho verde, and other local dishes.

“The pick up service is limited to a certain area and our hotel is out of that area. The lunch was very nice, delicious beef and large portion.”

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Lisbon: Arrábida and Sesimbra Day Trip with Wine - Palmela: Castle Views and a Taste of the Region
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Lisbon: Arrábida and Sesimbra Day Trip with Wine

10.Arrábida and Sesimbra Day Trip with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 366 reviews · 8 hours · from $75

Travel south of Lisbon by minivan to Palmela, Arrábida Natural Park, Sesimbra, and Azeitão. You will taste wine at a family-run estate and tour José Maria da Fonseca, with guides such as Tomás, Rui, Antonio, and Nuno often praised for clear commentary. Expect an active day of scenic stops, tasting, and free time.

“It was a great trip. The guide Nuru was excellent. Had many variety of wines. Highly recommend.”

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From Lisbon: Sintra Sights, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Day Trip - Sintra town: pastry, coffee, and a little breathing room
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From Lisbon: Sintra Sights, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Day Trip

11.Sintra Sights, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 361 reviews · from $58

Travel from Lisbon with an English, Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide such as David, João, Sara, or Bruno. Visit Pena Palace, taste a Sintra pastry, see Quinta da Regaleira, stop at Cabo da Roca, and finish in Cascais. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included, but palace entry and meals cost extra.

“The trip was excellent, David is a great tour guide, we saw a lot of things, and he told us great stories. I higly recommend the tour and a guide.”

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Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip - Meco Beach and the western coast
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Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip

12.Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 232 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Leave Lisbon by air-conditioned minivan for Arrábida Natural Park, Cabo Espichel, Sesimbra, Portinho da Arrábida, and Setúbal. Your English- or Portuguese-speaking guide, often Nuno, João, or Diego, adds local history and can adjust the pace on private tours. Expect cliffs, a Moorish castle, fresh fish, cave walks, and beach time.

“Great knowledgeable guide Joao, interesting places, nice views and villages,, cave with a small chapel inside. I hit recommend this tour and this guy”

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Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon - From Rossio Station to Peniche
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Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

13.Berlenga Island Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Meet your guide near Rossio Station for a 10-hour trip to Peniche and Berlenga Grande. Guides such as Nuno, Diogo, and João lead the day, combining a rocky boat crossing, St. John the Baptist Fort, nature walks, free beach time, snorkeling, and a glass-bottom cave boat. Kayaking is optional and costs extra.

“The kind of magical trip you won't forget. I almost don't want to leave this review because I want to keep this place to myself, but Diego was such a great guide that I owe him the five stars.”

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Seville Day Trip from the Algarve - Maria Luisa Park leads to Plaza de España
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Seville Day Trip from the Algarve

14.Seville Day Trip from the Algarve

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 225 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $79

Travel from the Algarve to Seville by air-conditioned coach, then see Maria Luisa Park, Plaza de España, Santa Cruz, the Cathedral, and the Alcázar area with a multilingual guide. You get roughly 4 to 5 hours in Seville, including about 3 hours to explore alone. Plan attraction tickets ahead.

“I think the pre trip information was confusing. When I booked it allowed me to select my hotel so I thought that would be the pick up spot. As soon as my booking was confirmed I get a message from the tour operator to say the pick up point would be another hotel one and a half hours before the trip start time ( pick up was 540). I asked for an address and was told the bus stop outside Hotel Tivoli. The day before I reached out for confirmation of the pick up as my ticket said my hotel. Tour operator did not respond so I had to contact…”

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São Miguel: Nordeste, Cliffs & Waterfall Day Trip with Lunch - The north coast and Coroa da Mata
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São Miguel: Nordeste, Cliffs & Waterfall Day Trip with Lunch

15.São Miguel: Nordeste, Cliffs & Waterfall Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 196 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Spend eight hours exploring São Miguel’s rugged northeast with a guide such as Bruno, José, João, or Mario. You’ll visit waterfalls, gardens, cliff viewpoints, the Ponta do Arnel lighthouse, and Ribeira dos Caldeirões, with lunch, drinks, dessert, and coffee included. Pickup is available in Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, and Ribeira Grande.

“José is easily one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had. he is so kind and a great story teller. he also left us with some heartfelt goodbyes and advice and he’s all in all a great person and someone you can tell cares about his home and wants to see it thrive. this tour is one of the best i did in azores and would recommend to anyone!”

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