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Pedro Luis

Hello everyone :)
Every single time I have the opportunity to travel, my goal is to fully experience the destination. I truly believe that the essence, the context & the materialization are the key factores to fully unveil an incredible and memorable travel experience.
- As a local and travel expert, I know the essence of each destination.
- By experiencing/knowing the essence of each place/destination, I know the context in which they flow.
- Due to the relationship I have built with local suppliers over the years I know exactly how to materialize the essence in the right context.
This is me - I care, so you can travel carefree!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Places: Portugal Mainland; Portuguese Islands (Açores & Madeira); Mainland Spain; Spanish Islands.
Activities: Walking Tours; Winery Visits & Tastings; Boat Trips; Hikes; Hot Air Ballooning; Thematic Dinners/Meals; Self-Drive Trips; Private Driver Trips; Exclusive Activities; among others"

How did you get involved in travel?

"I was born and raised in Sintra and since I was then I won the taste for traveling and exploring the world. By the time I reached 18, I decided that I wanted to assist others with their trips and enrolled in Tourism Degree to acquire not only skills, but also the knowledge needed to achieve my goals within this work field. Since then, I never stopped doing what I love and now, more than ever, I am really happy for sharing my experience with travelers through my own company."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"Memorable experiences are the ones that change the way you see the world! They´re funny, they´re frightening and they´re fascinating.
Something that is still remarkable in my life, dates back to a few years ago when I applied to volunteer program to help other people. I realized that you don´t need that much to help people around you. Having that in mind, I try the best I can to share this idea with people around me.
Tourism is a business from people to people and it will only make sense if you care about the others."

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Recent trip reviews for Pedro

Pedro made our first trip to Portugal beyond ...
Portugal | May 13 - May 23, 2023

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Claire P.
San Rafael, CA | Reviewed on May 26, 2023

Pedro made our first trip to Portugal beyond memorable. Working with him was very easy. He was responsive and his excellent communication continued through the entire trip. His choice of experiences were perfect for our group. Tours were well rounded in variety and all guides were fantastic. Our fado dinner at Mesa do Frades felt intimate, unique, and local. It was a stand out! As was a beautifully scenic tour to the Duoro Valley. Lunch and tasting at Quinta do Pacheco was another highlight.... read more

Pedro made our first trip to Portugal beyond memorable. Working with him was very easy. He was responsive and his excellent communication continued through the entire trip. His choice of experiences were perfect for our group. Tours were well rounded in variety and all guides were fantastic. Our fado dinner at Mesa do Frades felt intimate, unique, and local. It was a stand out! As was a beautifully scenic tour to the Duoro Valley. Lunch and tasting at Quinta do Pacheco was another highlight. This was a well curated wonderful vacation! Thank you Pedro!

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 27, 2023

Hey Claire :)
You are awesome! Thank you so much for spending some time writing this message.
Your positive experience and feedback really means a lot to me.
Looking forward to welcome your friends and family in the future.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Pedro did an amazing job
Portugal | Apr 30 - May 12, 2023

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maxine m.
Canada | Reviewed on May 26, 2023

Pedro did an amazing job in planning and executing our vacation details. Everything was planned and carried out as expected. We did not have to worry about anything. The choice of hotels were wonderful. The guides for the walking tours in Lisbon, Porto and Evora were so well versed and full of information. We will recommend this company to all our friends read more

Pedro did an amazing job in planning and executing our vacation details. Everything was planned and carried out as expected. We did not have to worry about anything. The choice of hotels were wonderful. The guides for the walking tours in Lisbon, Porto and Evora were so well versed and full of information. We will recommend this company to all our friends

Hotel Review
Hotel Britania
Lisboa

The location of this hotel is fantastic. Close enough to walk to all you want to see and yet off the main street for privacy and quiet. The most amazing aspect of this hotel is the staff. they are so friendly and make you feel as if you were family. the rooms were so nicely decorated and kept.

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Activity Review
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Ricardo was so friendly and so well informed about this city . He answered any and all questions we had about Lisbon and Portugal. This is a must for all who want to really understand what they are experiencing in Lisbon

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 27, 2023

Hello Maxine,
Thank you for your message and feedback.
I am super happy to read that you will definitely recommend us to all your friends :)
We keep in touch.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Travel with confidence and ease!
Portugal | May 13 - May 23, 2023

Lezlie
Lezlie M.
Mount Pleasant, SC | Reviewed on May 25, 2023

The experience with KinKim was amazingly great. From the very first contact with Pedro we were pleased and satisfied completely with the planning, personalization of our trip, and the quality of hotels , drivers and the local guides and vendors. We could not have had a better i experience
. You won’t be disappointed if you use KimKim. Definitely will use them again. Abrigada! read more

The experience with KinKim was amazingly great. From the very first contact with Pedro we were pleased and satisfied completely with the planning, personalization of our trip, and the quality of hotels , drivers and the local guides and vendors. We could not have had a better i experience
. You won’t be disappointed if you use KimKim. Definitely will use them again. Abrigada!

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida da Liberdade
Lisboa

Small delightful hotel with the perfect location for Lisbon. The staff was so helpful and the breakfast delicious!

Authenticity & Character
The decor is intriguing and its smallness makes it comfortable!
Location
Right on the the avenue and easy to to places of interest!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean!
NH Collection Porto Batalha
Porto

This a nice hotel and had a friendly staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good central location .
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Baia
Cascais

Room are small or at least ours was bur friendl staff a great view of water.

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Activity Reviews
Belém Tuk Tuk Tour
Lisbon

Wonderful guide and driver

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
All were topnotch and personable.
Transport
Right on time.
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

Very authentic it seemed. Don’t miss it

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The ambience. Food also good.
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Guide was very knowledgeable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley

Amazing meal. Best we had.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The driver and staff for lunch.
Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal
Quality of Experience
The good weather added to the enjoyment
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

Not to be missed.

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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley
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Gastronomic & Cultural Guided Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

It was great but there was not much to the Gastronomical side of tour.

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Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto
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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 26, 2023

Hey Lezlie,
Thank you very much for your super kind words :)
I'm really glad you enjoyed your trip and my beautiful country.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Portugal was magical!
Portugal | May 4 - May 17, 2023

Jamie
Jamie M.
Poway, CA | Reviewed on May 19, 2023

We just returned from our vacation to Portugal. Words can’t describe how much we loved our time there. Everything was planned to perfection and everyday just got better and better. Our walking tour on our first day in Lisbon with Ricardo was incredible. He’s extremely knowledgeable about the areas and shared so much of Portugal’s history with us. Our drivers we had while there were equally as enjoyable. Luís Vicente drove us around a couple of days while staying in Lisbon and took us to... read more

We just returned from our vacation to Portugal. Words can’t describe how much we loved our time there. Everything was planned to perfection and everyday just got better and better. Our walking tour on our first day in Lisbon with Ricardo was incredible. He’s extremely knowledgeable about the areas and shared so much of Portugal’s history with us. Our drivers we had while there were equally as enjoyable. Luís Vicente drove us around a couple of days while staying in Lisbon and took us to incredible towns sharing his knowledge about each special area we visited. We were equally impressed with Jorge Amaral who we had the pleasure of meeting while staying in Porto. Jorge drove us around for exclusive tours through Duomo Valley and beyond. He was fantastic and even gave us recommendations for our next leg of the trip after we left Porto for Madeira. His guidance was above and beyond!! We are so thankful for the attention to detail each person provided. Our hotel experiences were great as well. We will definitely use KimKim again and recommend the services provided by Kim Kim to all of our family and friends. Thank you for a magical vacation!!!!!

Hotel Reviews
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux
Portimao

This hotel is perfection! It’s gorgeous!!! And the history is so interesting too. Awesome views and fantastic rooms. All of the hotel employees are so kind and generous with their time. We loved staying here and how to be fortunate enough to come back again someday. Loved it!!!

Authenticity & Character
The history is incredible!
Location
Views!!!!
Staff
So kind!! Very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Exquisite!!
Savoy Palace – The Leading Hotels of the World | Savoy Signature
Funchal

Loved it!! Great rooms. Great breakfast everyday. Really nice staff….highly recommend!

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful location snd views
Location
Walk to do most things nearby!
Staff
Do nice!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean!
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

We really enjoyed our walking trip with Ricardo. It was very enjoyable and time well spent. Highly recommend this activity!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
walking was fun!
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

We really enjoyed the food here and the Fado performance.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

Loved this tour and our driver. The palace is a must see! Our driver Luis Vicente was incredible and we had a wonderful time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Luis Vicente was fantastic. Very knowledge and very friendly.
Transport
Exclusive Driver to Braga and Guimarães
Porto

Loved this tour! Both areas are so interesting to see. Great day!

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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

This area is a must see! Its gorgeous!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The driver was Jorge Amaral. He was fantastic.
Transport
Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

This was quite an experience. The boat trip was very beautiful. The surrounding hillsides are so pretty with vineyards. Its a must see!

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Boat Trip to the Grottoes
Portugal

So fun! Touring the Grottoes in our own boat with two boat drivers was amazing! We loved this tour! The sights were so pretty and the caves were incredible.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 30, 2023

Hey Jamie & Marcos,
Thank you so much for such a positive message and feedback!
Super happy to hear that you really enjoyed your time in my lovely country and that you would highly recommend us. We would love to welcome your friends and family in the future.
Thank you once again,
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

We had a 5 star service from Pedro and the te...
Portugal | Apr 30 - May 6, 2023

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Tasneem L.
Milpitas, CA | Reviewed on May 14, 2023

We had a 5 star service from Pedro and the team of tour guides and drivers he put together for us. The response on our questions were fast and accommodating. The itinerary was a perfect balance of culture , gastronomy , sights and introduction of Portuguese history. We were never felt rushed. The hotel selection was awesome and the upgrade that Pedro facilitated for us was very much appreciated. Our tour with Gui in Lisbon was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, informative and definitely... read more

We had a 5 star service from Pedro and the team of tour guides and drivers he put together for us. The response on our questions were fast and accommodating. The itinerary was a perfect balance of culture , gastronomy , sights and introduction of Portuguese history. We were never felt rushed. The hotel selection was awesome and the upgrade that Pedro facilitated for us was very much appreciated. Our tour with Gui in Lisbon was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, informative and definitely proud of his Portuguese heritage. Our winery tasting and lunch in Douro Valley was comparable to a Michelin star restaurant. Andre in Porto gave us a good insight into local cuisine and wines. Our transfers were effortless and easy. With Peña palace staff striking the day we were to visit, Pedro came up with an alternative in matter or minutes and we were quickly rerouted.

Hotel Reviews
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto

Location , location! This hotel was perfectly located for us as we had a quick access to the river, restaurants snd shops. The room was stylish and adequate. The staff was very attentive . The breakfast was delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Modern and stylish
Location
Proximity to downtown, attractions
Staff
Top notch and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Firm bed and super comfy
HF Fénix Lisboa
Lisbon

Super great location and access to downtown and all the neighborhoods. Busy location than Porto. We had an eight floor room with incredible views! Very spacious and roomy. Bed was super comfortable and got a good nights sleep!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Proximity to attractions and downtown
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Gastronomic & Cultural Guided Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

Nice introduction in Porto, wine , food and culture

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very courteous, and also shared recommendations and history
Transport
Very courteous, informative and shared historical information
Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto

Nice cave tour and tasty wines.. cheese board was amazing

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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

The beautiful and stunning Douro valley floored us! We had an incredible wine tasting, tour and lunch.. this was an excellent choice by Pedro. Boat ride was ok. Not much different scenery from boat.. would have skipped that had we known

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very polite and knowledgeable about the area. Prompt and knew the picture stops on the way
Transport
Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley

Amazing winery and views. Excellent setting among the vineyards. Lunch was well presented and yummy. Tour was informative and staff was very friendly. Did not feel rushed.

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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

Slow boat ride with nothing much of a different view. Would skip in future.

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Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

This was one of the best walking tours we have taken! Gui was very informative and shared his culture, history in a fun way. He had numerous stops on the way.. pointed out souvenir stops. The hours flew by and we were sad to be done with the tour. He answered our curious questions and made sure his talk was engaging us!

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Half-day Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to the Pena Palace
Lisbon

Peña palace officials were striking the day.. so we ended up going to another palace which got crowded soon. But amazing gardens , caves and mystery routes

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 15, 2023

Hello Tasneem,
I am super happy to receive your review on my services and your overall experience in Portugal - very appreciated! I will also be very happy to share your comments to everyone involved :)
Look forward to welcome you and Ali in the future.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Mathilde Almas was such an incredible guide. ...
Portugal | Apr 24 - May 6, 2023

Richard
Richard L.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on May 07, 2023

Mathilde Almas was such an incredible guide. She was as thoughtful as she was knowledgeable. Mathilde anticipated our every need and did everything she could to ensure that our trip was fantastic. Pedro was very attentive, albeit remotely, and we always felt that if there were a problem, Pedro and his team were available. We loved the hotel choices in Porto and Alcobaca and the decision to stay in Alcobaca rather than Nazare. The drivers were equally excellent. All and all, Pedro and Mathilde... read more

Mathilde Almas was such an incredible guide. She was as thoughtful as she was knowledgeable. Mathilde anticipated our every need and did everything she could to ensure that our trip was fantastic. Pedro was very attentive, albeit remotely, and we always felt that if there were a problem, Pedro and his team were available. We loved the hotel choices in Porto and Alcobaca and the decision to stay in Alcobaca rather than Nazare. The drivers were equally excellent. All and all, Pedro and Mathilde plus the wonders of Portugal ensured a trip of a lifetime for us!

Hotel Reviews
Maison Albar Hotels Le Monumental Palace
Porto

Absolutely beautiful hotel but air conditioning that did not really work. That’s a problem.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Air conditioning
Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça Historic Hotel
Alcobaça

SUCH a special hotel in every way!

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 07, 2023

Hello Richard,
Thank you so much for your kinds words on Portugal, our service and our guide Matilde :)
It was lovely to have you all traveling with Across Portugal and it means the world to hear that we have managed to provide you a trip of a lifetime.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Kimkim put us in touch with Pedro at Across P...
Portugal | Apr 13 - Apr 26, 2023

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Harvey W.
Walnut Creek, CA | Reviewed on Apr 27, 2023

Kimkim put us in touch with Pedro at Across Portugal Tours in Lisbon. He is INCREDIBLE. We have never worked with such a responsive, helpful, knowledgeable, and competent travel agent and we have been around the world. The process of developing our tour was collaborative, taking into account our budget and physical needs and our desire to see a lot of Portugal but at a slower pace. The choice of hotels was spot on (Heritage in Lisbon, Portobay Teatro in Porto, and the Miragem in Cascais). He... read more

Kimkim put us in touch with Pedro at Across Portugal Tours in Lisbon. He is INCREDIBLE. We have never worked with such a responsive, helpful, knowledgeable, and competent travel agent and we have been around the world. The process of developing our tour was collaborative, taking into account our budget and physical needs and our desire to see a lot of Portugal but at a slower pace. The choice of hotels was spot on (Heritage in Lisbon, Portobay Teatro in Porto, and the Miragem in Cascais). He even sent photos of the showers so that concern about stepping in them was directly addressed. When we arrived, there was a care package waiting with port, cookies, and soaps. The drivers were excellent and we had the same driver for most of the trips; the walking tours were truly informative and fun. Everything went very smoothly. Pedro checked in with us daily on WhatsApp to make sure everything was OK and gave us the names and contact info for the drivers. He would offer suggestions for daily activities and for restaurants. There are not enough superlatives to describe the services offered by his agency. Working with Kimkim was also easy, clear, efficient, and responsive. We are so happy that we discovered the Kimkim website and services.

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

Elegant, has a great location in the center of Lisbon, has great breakfasts, and warm and very helpful staff. Beautiful historical room with modern facilities. Highly recommended.

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PortoBay Hotel Teatro
Porto

Center of Porto. Modern hotel with lovely rooms and a great restaurant. Breakfasts are very ample and delicious. Helpful and warm staff. Surprised us with a bottle of champagne and a birthday cake for my wife! Highly recommended.

Authenticity & Character
More of a modern-style hotel
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cascais Miragem
Cascais - Portugal

Wow! Stunning hotel facing the ocean. Public rooms are breathtaking with art and sculptures everywhere. The outdoor infinity pool overlooking the sea was stunning. Also, the Water Lounge with a family pool, adult pool, salt water pool, steam room, and sauna. The spa massage was top-notch. This is definitely a five-star experience. The breakfasts were enough to fill you for the day and the staff were exceptionally warm and welcoming. The pool bar and cafe around the school made for a lovely dining experience for breakfast and lunch. Our room was huge, with sea views a dressing area, and a modern bath. As we were leaving at 6:15 AM they woke us with a call at five and then came by at 5:15 to make sure we were up. Also brought us breakfast bags with cappuccino as room service was not as yet open. Highest recommendation!

Authenticity & Character
More of a modern-style hotel
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Visit: Sintra
Sintra
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Our guide was a woman who was incredible, thoughtful, and nice. She modified the tour as necessary to accommodate our walking abilities on the cobblestone streets.

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Private Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

Our guide, Bernardo, was an archaeologist and provided a wealth of information. The tour was very enjoyable.

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Visit: Porto
Porto

We participated in a port wine tour and an olive oil tour in Porto and even brought home some olive oil. Our exceptional driver ensured that we visited all the lesser-known tourist attractions before departing.

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Visit: Cascais
Cascais

We stayed at a five-star hotel here near the ocean which offered convenient access to the center of town which was great for walking to shops.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on May 10, 2023

Dear Harvey,
Thank you so much for sharing such a positive feedback on your experience in Portugal - it means the world to me.
It really was a pleasure to organise this trip with you and to host you while travelling. I wish you all the best and perhaps we can meet in the future :)
Sincerely,
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Amazing Vacation in Portugal
Portugal | Apr 10 - Apr 18, 2023

stacy
stacy G.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2023

WOW. We had a wonderful trip.
Pedro paid attention to every detail. The hotels in Lisbon and Porto were terrific, good rooms , great locations and the staff was polite , attentive and helpful. The Hotel Heritage de Liberdade was funky with a cozy , not crowded lobby. There was a delightful breakfast and snacks water and port always available.
In Porto Hotel Pestana was in a perfect location and had a wonderful breakfast we enjoyed a dinner at their Rib dining room. In Cascais our hotel... read more

WOW. We had a wonderful trip.
Pedro paid attention to every detail. The hotels in Lisbon and Porto were terrific, good rooms , great locations and the staff was polite , attentive and helpful. The Hotel Heritage de Liberdade was funky with a cozy , not crowded lobby. There was a delightful breakfast and snacks water and port always available.
In Porto Hotel Pestana was in a perfect location and had a wonderful breakfast we enjoyed a dinner at their Rib dining room. In Cascais our hotel was in a good location, the staff was not at all friendly or welcoming, fortunately it was only a one night stay.
The walking tours were intimate and and provided many varied facts. We learned so much !
In Lisbon Margarita was upbeat and a font of knowledge . Margarita was friendly and helpful with all our questions (and we had many ☺️).
In Porto Andre’ was our guide. Andre has a deep connection with Porto and he was able to share details in the history and in present day Porto. As Andre found out more about us, he was able to personalize the tour leaning into our interests. Andre was especially patient with the many questions we asked throughout the tour.
Pedro planned things well , but as wonderful as everything was, the drivers were the most outstanding individuals.
Duarte picked us up from the airport He was warm and welcoming and able to give us some good information.
Eduardo was A m a z I n g. Eduardo drove us to Sintra and was warm kind and helpful. He answered many questions and we felt that we formed a nice relationship. After Sintra Eduardo took us to a great restaurant where we shared a lovely lunch.
Nelson had the job of driving us to Porto. He was warm and welcoming. Nelson is a gracious and patient man. He was informative about our stops along the route and polite when anyone asked questions of any sort.
Jao was also welcoming and kind He took us to the Duro Valley. When we saw that there was a boat approaching the locks , Jao offered to stop for us to observe. It was pretty cool.
We were delighted to see Eduardo when he appeared to drive us from Porto to Cascais. Eduardo made the trip and our interim stops a delight. It was sad to say goodbye to him.

We had an amazing trip. Pedro planned so many great and varied activities from Fado to port tasting, Sintra to The Duro Valley, boat rides and walking tours.
We have Pedro to thank for an extraordinary vacation! Thank you KimKim

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

This hotel in the middle of Lisbon is a gem It is a funky and intimate hotel with lovely rooms and great service. Breakfast is provided daily as our snacks, port and other beverages. We had a wonderful stay. We would absolutely go back next time we are in Lisbon.

Authenticity & Character
Warm and funky. Rooms have large windows that allow you to close off or make you feel almost part of the city
Location
In the heart of Lisbon. Easy to get almost anywhere in the city by foot.
Staff
Helpful and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean and neat.
Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site
Porto

Hotel is in a great location. Staff is friendly and attentive. There is a lovely dining room where they serve an extensive inclusive breakfast. Nice hotel bar

Authenticity & Character
Nice not particularly interesting
Location
Walking distance from all over Porto and Gaia
Staff
Great welcoming and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms always well cleaned
Hotel Baia
Cascais

We checked in and the staff could barely be bothered to check us in. No greeting and certainly no attempt at being fr Or helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Open and pretty but no real character
Location
Great view of the beach
Staff
Attention to the guest , beginning at check in
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

EDUARDO made the trip interesting both during the ride and at each point that we stopped. "

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Eduardo was friendly engaged and engaging. He was great at trying to answer our questions.
Transport
Eduardo
Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

This was a relaxed time. We were lucky to have a beautiful day our boat “captain “ was a delight. Diogo explained how all of the harvesting is done by hand. They need many people to help. People come from all over to help. Diogo made this a boat trip worth taking !

Quality of Experience
Diogo our guide/captain
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Diogo
Private Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

Our guide Andre was extremely knowledgeable and had a strong connection to Porto. Andre did not make us feel rushed , he answered our questions and personalized parts based on our interests. He was outstanding.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly and interactive
Transport
Grenada We were fortunate to have had great drivers I wrote about the drivers in my review
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

Dinner was a good basic meal. Tasty not fancy, certainly enjoyable. Fado guitarist were outstanding. Vocalist give you the feel for what was being sung, even with no understanding of Portuguese. Excellent evening.

Quality of Experience
Food
Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto

We went to Sandeman We are four of us. We’re giving a private tour. We asked a lot of questions most of which were answered and gave us insight into the port making process. Our guide was helpful and informative and patient with all of our questions.

Quality of Experience
The wine tasting was a beautiful presentation of cheese, port, and complementary condiment
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was knowledgeable, and in process of completing a masters program in winetasting and tourism
Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley

The winery was as beautiful as the valley around it. We had a short tour, but the most outstanding part of this experience was the luncheon. The food was wonderful, and the presentation was a feast for the eyes.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Our driver Jao
Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

Beautiful drive. Duro Valley is magnificent

Quality of Experience
Our driver Jao and his willingness to go “off script”
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Apr 19, 2023

Hello Stacy,
I truly appreciate the confidence you and Pam showed in me during the entire process - super happy to receive your kinds words. I will make sure to share your review with all our partners and staff. Your message is super detailed and it really helps us a lot!
You have made my day :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

6-star experience! Pedro planned an excellent...
Portugal | Apr 10 - Apr 18, 2023

Pam
Pam N.
North Andover, MA | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2023

6-star experience! Pedro planned an excellent trip. All drivers and walking tour guides were excellent. The drivers all were willing to chat and share their personal Portuguese life experiences

The Douro valley was spectacular!! Quinta da Pacheca was a great experience. The meal was our best meal. A recommendation would have been to skip the river cruise (it was nice) but we would’ve preferred more time at pacheca and maybe another vineyard

All hotels were in great locations. ... read more

6-star experience! Pedro planned an excellent trip. All drivers and walking tour guides were excellent. The drivers all were willing to chat and share their personal Portuguese life experiences

The Douro valley was spectacular!! Quinta da Pacheca was a great experience. The meal was our best meal. A recommendation would have been to skip the river cruise (it was nice) but we would’ve preferred more time at pacheca and maybe another vineyard

All hotels were in great locations. Accommodations were great in Lisbon and Porto. Cascais was fine.

We booked our own food tour with devour tours. It was wonderful. You may want to check them out.

Eduardo picked a lunch place on our Sintra day and shared lunch with us. We enjoyed that very much

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa

Accommodations and location were great. Staff was friendly and breakfast was excellent

Authenticity & Character
Location
Centrally located at bottom of the hill
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site
Porto

Great location overlooking the river. Easy to get everywhere

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Hotel Baia
Cascais

Great location and view of beach.

Authenticity & Character
It was more modern
Location
Staff
Staff as not as friendly and didn’t help with luggage
Cleanliness & Comfort
Didn’t have amenities such as tissues, washcloths,
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

I had a fantastic time on our guided cultural walking tour in Lisbon with Margarit as our tour guide. She took us to different popular areas, including our favorite, Alfama. We tried Ginjinha a popular beverage in a chocolate cup from a local woman and even brought some home!

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Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

We almost didn't do this because we saw some negative reviews however we thought it was definitely worth seeing. The food was good too!

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Food
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Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

We loved our private driver! He took us to Sintra and to our tour at Pena Palace. The palace was beautiful, and the views were breathtaking. Surprisingly, it wasn't crowded.

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Private Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

We went on a private guided cultural walking tour in Porto with Andre our tour guide. Andrew was wonderful and personalized our tour for us. As Jewish travelers, it was fascinating to receive a historical tour of Jewish culture from Andre as he happened to be Jewish himself.

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We loved Andre!
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Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto

We visited a Port wine cellar and got to some tastings. I typically do not drink port wine but ended up really enjoying the port here. We learned a lot about wine and that they mix their port with sparkling water! We even bought some to bring home!

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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

We loved having the private driver! All of our drivers were very knowledgeable and fun to chat with. We really enjoyed learning about their personal lives and creating that personal connection.

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Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley

We loved this winery tour and wine tasting. We really enjoyed all of the wines and the views. We appreciated all of the staff as they answered all of our questions. The lunch was absolutely delicious and the spread was beautiful. We almost didn't want to leave for our boat tour because we were enjoying ourselves so much.

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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

The boat ride was beautiful, and we were glad that we went but we almost would have preferred to visit another vineyard. Our boat ride guide and all the drivers were wonderful, super knowledgeable, and provided a personal experience.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Apr 20, 2023

Hey Pam,
Thank you so much for spending your time writing this review, I really appreciate it!
I am super happy to hear that you had some amazing time in my lovely country.
We keep in touch.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

We had a fantastic time on our trip to Portug...
Portugal | Apr 8 - Apr 16, 2023

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Cristina O.
Phoenix, AZ | Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023

We had a fantastic time on our trip to Portugal! Our local specialist did a wonderful job communicating with us the entire time and making our trip seamless and easy. The car agency they set us up with was professional and friendly, always timely and provided great recommendations for places to see in our stops as well as scheduling lunches for us as we were transported from one place to the next! Our tour guides in both Porto and Lisbon were knowledgeable and friendly, they really customized... read more

We had a fantastic time on our trip to Portugal! Our local specialist did a wonderful job communicating with us the entire time and making our trip seamless and easy. The car agency they set us up with was professional and friendly, always timely and provided great recommendations for places to see in our stops as well as scheduling lunches for us as we were transported from one place to the next! Our tour guides in both Porto and Lisbon were knowledgeable and friendly, they really customized the tours based on us!

Hotel Reviews
H10 Duque de Loule
Lisboa

Best hotel we stayed at by far! the staff was SO friendly and helpful, they went above and beyond every day to ensure we knew where we were going, gave us recommendations, etc. Breakfast was also excellent!

Authenticity & Character
Location
wish it was a little closer to the historic area but the walking was not bad!
Staff
the staff was beyond helpful and provided us an incredible level of service!
Cleanliness & Comfort
the room was a great size, air conditioning worked well - which we cannot say for the other hotels
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto

Location of this hotel was excellent! However, the rooms were SO small. I can't compare it to other hotels in Porto but we barely had any space for us and our luggage. The bed was very small and the air conditioning didn't work very well. Luckily, we weren't in the room often but it was definitely the smallest room of the hotels we stayed in. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
close to key areas in Lisbon!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
the room was SO small and air conditioning didn't work well.
Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Cascais

VERY cool hotel given that it's inside the old fort. The room was a GREAT size and loved that it had a king size bed and bathroom with PLENTY of room for the both of us. We did have an issue where we were unable to use the air conditioning, we talked with the hotel staff and they basically told us there was nothing they could do (if one room on the floor has the heat on, no one else can turn the air conditioning on....). The breakfast was the worst of the three hotels we stayed in, but the views from the breakfast room were incredible. We did like that we had access to the spa/steam room! Location was excellent, easy walk around Cascais!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
weren't helpful with our air conditioning issue
Cleanliness & Comfort
air conditioning did not work which made our stay much less comfortable
Activity Reviews
Lisbon Flavours Gastronomic Tour
Lisbon

Francisco was an excellent guide! we loved that the tour revolved around family owned local restaurants and really gave us a sense of the culture/traditional foods! Everything we had was excellent.

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we walked the whole time but enjoyed the walk!
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Ricardo was an EXCELLENT guide. We appreciated his local take and approach to the tour, he made it very customized for us based on the food tour we had done the day before. We really got a sense of how the history of the city has shaped how it is today.

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Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

Rui was the BEST driver we could have had. We ended up having him for nearly all of our transportation, which was excellent because we were able to get comfortable with one another and he was able to understand and accommodate our preferences. Rui is so friendly and did an excellent and thorough job ensuring that we knew where to go, how to find him, etc. He made a reservation for us for lunch at a wonderful restaurant on our drive back and was clearly very knowledgeable about the area.

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Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley

Loved this winery! Our lunch was fantastic!

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Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

Fado is definitely a unique experience! the restaurant was so unique and the food was tasty!

Quality of Experience
Food
love the starters.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lisbon River Path E-Bike Tour
Lisbon

The bike tour was a nice change to all the walking you do around Lisbon! However, I'm not sure it was the best option to see Belem. After all our other tours in Lisbon, this one seemed more about the activity than spending time in Belem.

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Gastronomic & Cultural Guided Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

The combination of culture and food was great on this tour! We really loved the final stop at the wine shop!

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Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto
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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

Our driver was super kind and helpful! it was a dreary day but he made sure we got where we needed to safely!

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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

we likely wouldn't do this as a private tour again but enjoyed the scenery!

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Apr 18, 2023

Hello Cristina,
I am so happy to receive your review.
Great to hear that you really had a fantastic time exploring my lovely country :)
All the best,
Pedro

Michelin star service!
Portugal | Mar 12 - Mar 20, 2023

Joanna
Joanna H.
Wellesley, MA | Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023

Pedro planned a spectacular itinerary! He ensured that my husband's first trip to Portugal was a perfect introduction but there was plenty for me to enjoy too, as a returning visitor. Each guide and driver was professional and extremely well informed and went out of the way to ensure every day was packed with new experiences. On our planned day to visit Sintra the castle was closed due to a strike (!) so Pedro and our driver Paulo quickly pivoted to a different and spectacular alternative... read more

Pedro planned a spectacular itinerary! He ensured that my husband's first trip to Portugal was a perfect introduction but there was plenty for me to enjoy too, as a returning visitor. Each guide and driver was professional and extremely well informed and went out of the way to ensure every day was packed with new experiences. On our planned day to visit Sintra the castle was closed due to a strike (!) so Pedro and our driver Paulo quickly pivoted to a different and spectacular alternative -Palacio do Queluz. Our drivers were brilliant at suggesting stops en route, and at finding restaurants too - they are way more than “just” drivers. And seeing this awesome country from the comfort of a luxury car was the icing on the cake!!

Hotel Reviews
H10 Duque de Loule
Lisboa

The hotel in Lisbon had a traditional feel and was a little way away from the main touristy areas, which I appreciated. The rooms were lovely, and the staff was wonderful. Breakfast was included and was extensive, varied, and delicious. I would recommend this hotel to other people. It was a little further away from the downtown but we appreciated that since it was a bit quieter.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto

The hotel in Porto had a more edgy feel, which matched the city's vibe. The accommodations were great, and like the Lisbon hotel, breakfast was included and fabulous. I would also recommend this hotel to others.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Our guide Ricardo was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun. Even though I had been to Lisbon before, I learned many new things during the tour, which made it fun for me and my husband enjoyed it as well.

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Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

The private drivers were fabulous on this trip and more like guides than just drivers. They were all very proud of their country and took the time to show us extra places that weren't on our original itinerary. One of the drivers, Paulo, even found an alternative palace to visit when the one we planned to see was closed. The drivers also found great local places to eat, making the experience even more personal and enjoyable.

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Private Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

I haven't been to Portugal in 4 years and it was so fun having a guide in Porto to show us around and remind me of all the wonderful things Porto has to offer.

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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

Our driver was wonderful, very personable, and even stopped at a couple of places to show us some other spots when we had time.

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Winery Visit with Tastings at a Local Winery
Douro Valley

We loved the wine visit in Porto. It was interesting to see the changes in the city since my last visit four years ago. The tour itself was informative and enjoyable, and we appreciated having such knowledgeable guides throughout our trip.

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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

We loved the boat tour, again the guides were very knowledgeable and provided me and my husband with new insights.

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Exclusive Driver to Braga and Guimarães
Porto

We loved this driver in particular. He was so fun and personable. He showed us a wonderful restaurant and he joined us and we got to hear all of his stories!

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Apr 17, 2023

Hello Joanna,
You made my day with your positive feedback! I am so happy to read that you loved your trip to Portugal.
Thank you for such a nice comment, and we hope you'll continue to spread your feedback about Portugal with your family and friends :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Our two drivers were a highlight. Paulo and D...
Portugal | Mar 12 - Mar 20, 2023

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Alan J.
Wellesley Hills, MA | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2023

Our two drivers were a highlight. Paulo and Daniel were great guides as well. read more

Our two drivers were a highlight. Paulo and Daniel were great guides as well.

Hotel Reviews
H10 Duque de Loule
Lisboa

Good hotel. Location not as close to parts of city we visited.

Authenticity & Character
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Modern. A good think but not “ authentic”
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Good but we already knew about half the details

Quality of Experience
Transport
Perfect
Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

Sinatra closed during strike. Paulo took us to more interesting places. He was great!

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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

Great trip. Quinta de Pecheca!

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Winery Visit with Tastings at a Local Winery
Douro Valley
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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

Alright. Nice day helped

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Exclusive Driver to Braga and Guimarães
Porto

Daniel was great. Went to interesting sights and local restaurant. Always made stopping and visiting easy. Great ambassador

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Apr 17, 2023

Hello Alan,
Thank you for sharing your feedback and experience :)
I will share your comments with the guides, they will be super happy.
Sincerely,
Pedro

Customized itinerary- Reliable and thorough
Portugal | Mar 23 - Mar 31, 2023

Paul
Paul M.
Scranton, PA | Reviewed on Apr 09, 2023

This travel group could not have been more attentive! My wife and I worked with Pedro to tailor a 9 day trip to Portugal specifically tailored to our needs. We do not like group tours. Very professional Private drivers (Ruis & Luis) to and from the airports and city to city. Also, excellent guides (Riccardo)provided walking tours on the first day in each city and hotels in the heart of the historic part of the city…highly recommend! The made contact with us everyday to confirm the plans. And, priced fairly for the quality!

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Apr 17, 2023

Hello Paul,
Thank you for the 5* review!I am reallly happy to hear that you enjoyed our planning.
Also, thank you for mentioning our daily checks! We always want to make sure our travelers are up to date on their travel plan.
All the best,
Pedro & Across Portugal Team

A Great Way to See Portugal
Portugal | Mar 10 - Mar 17, 2023

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Paul Z.
Yarmouth, MA | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023

We were very pleased with the trip planning and support Pedro provided us prior and during our recent trip to Portugal. We had an excellent experience in Portugal and found most of the itinerary interesting and fun. Most importantly our guides and drivers were all 5 stars++. Communication among all was excellent.

We stayed in Lisbon at the Tivoli a truly first-class hotel with a beautiful lobby and attentive well-trained staff. Our guide in Lisbon was Ricardo who showed us the beautiful... read more

We were very pleased with the trip planning and support Pedro provided us prior and during our recent trip to Portugal. We had an excellent experience in Portugal and found most of the itinerary interesting and fun. Most importantly our guides and drivers were all 5 stars++. Communication among all was excellent.

We stayed in Lisbon at the Tivoli a truly first-class hotel with a beautiful lobby and attentive well-trained staff. Our guide in Lisbon was Ricardo who showed us the beautiful city and took us to a number of spots for a better understanding of the city and what it has to offer. He made some very good recommendations as to other places to visit and shop.

Our only disappointment in Lisbon was the Fado performance. The food and wine were terrible and the performance okay. If this is something of interest to you, we suggest finding a restaurant with a good meal, and going to a Fado performance afterwards. There seemed to be a number of places offering this type of music.

Our trips to Sintra and back/forth to Porto were excellently guided by our driver Eduardo. We cannot say enough good things about him. He was knowledgeable, offered excellent suggestions as to things to see and do, and even made lunch reservations for us at places we had our best meals at.

In Porto we had a super guide in Tereza who showed us the city and provided the Gastronomic Tour. We enjoyed some decent food and a very good wine and port tasting. She also made suggestions as to other sites and shopping. With a tour, lunch and wine tasting, we skipped the Port tasting, and chose to explore the city. Our disappointment in Porto was the hotel Pestana Porto. It is understaffed, and a somewhat tired hotel. The location while having beautiful river views, is in a very touristy area with many bars and restaurants that produce noise well into the night.

Our tour of the Douro Valley was excellent. Our driver Luis has and encyclopedic knowledge of the area, and wineries. Our lunch, winery tour and tasting at Pacheca was very good and we had a wonderful day.

Lastly, in Cascasi, we stayed at Pestana Cascais which was a unique experience. The hotel is well run and was very enjoyable. Cascasi was a fun last stop at a beach resort prior to heading home.

We were very pleased with KimKim and Adventure Portugal and would highly recommend Pedro and team.

Hotel Reviews
Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa – A Leading hotel of the world
Lisbon

Excellent in every way. The hotel is well staffed and they are well trained. The food was good to great and our entire experience there was 5 stars.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Like staying on the 5th Avenue of Lisbon.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site
Porto

Disappointing. Our room was tired, and the hotel is understaffed, and need training. While the location has beautiful views it is nearby restaurants and bars and very loud. Lastly, getting in and out of the hotel is a challenge given cars cannot pull up to the hotel but must park a block away.

Authenticity & Character
Odd decor for a hotel in the Historic District
Location
Staff
They tried, and high marks to Bruno who was juggling the front desk and playing bellman.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Cascais

We were able to stay in the historic castle part of the hotel. This was a unique experience. The staff is plentiful and well trained. Food was good and the location is beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Nice use of the historic buildings.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Ricardo was excellent.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

Terrible food and wine.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

An amazing place well worth the visit.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Eduardo is a great drive and guide.
Transport
Gastronomic & Cultural Guided Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

Tereza was fantastic and we greatly enjoyed her company and knowledge.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

An excellent day. Luis was a super guide/driver.

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Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

We had a beautiful spring day and we had a smaller private boat. Our driver was friendly and knowledgeable. It is an hour ride which was just perfect.

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Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley

One of the highlights of our trip.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Mar 23, 2023

Hey Paul,
Thank you for your message and feedback!
I am very happy to hear that you really enjoyed your time in Portugal and that you would highly recommend us.
We would love to welcome your friends and family in the future and we will make sure to revisit the unit in Porto.
Thank you once again,
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Family Trip to Lisbon and Porto
Portugal | Feb 18 - Feb 25, 2023

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Michael T.
Columbia, SC | Reviewed on Mar 06, 2023

Pedro put together an amazing Portugal adventure for my family and I. All of the guides and drivers were fantastic. The hotels were great as well. Portugal is a wonderful country and I look forward to returning. Pedro and his team made planning simple and they are extremely responsive to answer your questions any time during the day. Having a private driver was a huge advantage when stopping in towns on our way from Lisbon to Porto. I would absolutely use Kimkim again. read more

Pedro put together an amazing Portugal adventure for my family and I. All of the guides and drivers were fantastic. The hotels were great as well. Portugal is a wonderful country and I look forward to returning. Pedro and his team made planning simple and they are extremely responsive to answer your questions any time during the day. Having a private driver was a huge advantage when stopping in towns on our way from Lisbon to Porto. I would absolutely use Kimkim again.

Hotel Reviews
Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Cascais

This is not a 5 star hotel. Look elsewhere

Authenticity & Character
Cleaning
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Maison Albar Hotels Le Monumental Palace
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The One Palácio da Anunciada
Lisbon
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

Ricardo was amazing!

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What
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Half-day Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to the Pena Palace
Lisbon

Nelson is the best driver in Portugal

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Nelson was awesome
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Mar 06, 2023

Hey Mike,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive feedback :) - it really means a lot.
It was great to have Katherine, Colin, Lila & you traveling with us.
Thank you so much Turnamien Family.
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro

Go to Portugal!
Portugal | Feb 13 - Feb 22, 2023

Daniela
Daniela G.
Newburgh, NY | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023

Pedro really curated this trip to exactly what we talked about!! We had time on our own to explore each city along with a private guide for some of the time. We really enjoyed learning some of the history of Portugal and the places they showed us. Each guide really got a feel for what we were interested in and had some really great conversations. I keep joking with people not to go to Portugal because you will eat your weight in pastry and other amazing foods! I can’t believe how smooth the... read more

Pedro really curated this trip to exactly what we talked about!! We had time on our own to explore each city along with a private guide for some of the time. We really enjoyed learning some of the history of Portugal and the places they showed us. Each guide really got a feel for what we were interested in and had some really great conversations. I keep joking with people not to go to Portugal because you will eat your weight in pastry and other amazing foods! I can’t believe how smooth the whole trip went. Everyone was wonderful. I have so many ideas now for a second trip!

Hotel Reviews
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tivoli Sintra
Sintra
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
This is right in the historic city center. So close to the bus and restaurants!
Puralã - Wool Valley Hotel & SPA
Covilhã
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Porto Bridge Climb
Porto
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon
Private Guided Hike in Serra da Estrela w/ Picnic
Serra da Estrela Nature Park

Nuno has the best job! Spending so much time in the mountains and forests of this area!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

We spent most of the time talking about the Knights Templar. So interesting to learn about the role they seemed to have played in Portugal’s history.

Full Day Guided Walking Tour in Sintra w/ tickets to Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira
Sintra

Would give Matilde 10 stars if we could. Sintra was amazing and we loved having her to share the information of Pena Palace and Quinta de Regaleira! She even recommended a cool bar to go to after we ended our sightseeing.

Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Feb 27, 2023

Hey Daniela,
Thank you so much for your kind words on my lovely country.
You definitely have to visit us again, there are still so many other pastries for you to try!
Once again, thank you for sharing your feedback and experience - you rock!
Your friend in Portugal,
Pedro

We used KimKim for a trip to Portugal…fantastic experience!
Portugal | Feb 1 - Feb 9, 2023

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Ray S.
Pinellas Park, FL | Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023

We used KimKim for a trip to Portugal. They were amazing!

The process for planning our was simple but comprehensive. We were able to give some guidelines re what type of trip and cities we wanted to see and Pedro at Across Portugal build an itinerary for us. We were able to change things around to end up with the perfect trip!

Pedro and his team were top shelf. They made our trip so enjoyable and personal. Pedro knows Portugal and knows the travel business. His expertise really showed in creating our vacation. I can’t say enough great things about Pedro and Across Portugal.

Ray & Sue

Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Feb 10, 2023

Hey Ray & Sue,
Thank you very much for your kind words :)
I'm truly glad you enjoyed your trip and my incredible country.
All the best and we keep in touch!
Pedro

Great experience with room for improvement
Portugal | Dec 23 - Jan 4, 2023

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Vivien T.
Fremont, CA | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

This is the 2nd time we used the kimkim platform to plan/book our trip in Europe given our amazing experience on the first one in Italy. This time we worked with the Pedro and Joao to plan our trip in Portugal and the experience did not disappoint!

During the entire process (from planning to the actual trip), they took care of us very well in terms of transportation, airport pickup/drop off in odd hours, staying in touch throughout to answer questions, accommodating our last minute... read more

This is the 2nd time we used the kimkim platform to plan/book our trip in Europe given our amazing experience on the first one in Italy. This time we worked with the Pedro and Joao to plan our trip in Portugal and the experience did not disappoint!

During the entire process (from planning to the actual trip), they took care of us very well in terms of transportation, airport pickup/drop off in odd hours, staying in touch throughout to answer questions, accommodating our last minute requests on visiting places etc. The crew was friendly, very responsive, and plainly excellent customer service.

We had a bunch of tours and activities planned at various cities we visited (Lisbon, Évora, Porto, Cascais), All the tour guides were knowledgeable, professional, speak excellent English, and fun. Especially we want to thank our Lisbon guide Ricky who gave us the tour in pouring rain without an umbrella fully demonstrated his professionalism and love of the city!

Our trip would have been perfect if the “Gastronomic Experience” in Porto was actually about food. It turned out to be another wine tasting tour and a gift buying stop for jam. With another wine cellar visit at Sandeman (I’d recommend to skip if you are visiting Pachuca also with a nice lunch the next day) in the afternoon, we ended up tasting 12 glasses in 1 day pp and left the kids hungry and bored. Porto is a beautiful city, but I wish they have more to offer for kids or family-friendly activities for those who don’t drink wine.

Overall, the trip was memorable for us but with room for improvements. The best of the best was the NYE fireworks, the seafood, the walking tours, and the wine (for the adults). Thank you the team at Kimkim and Across Portugal for bringing us this great trip!

Hotel Reviews
Cascais Miragem
Cascais - Portugal
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
H10 Duque de Loule
Lisboa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
NH Hotel Porto Jardim
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
M'AR De AR Muralhas
Evora
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon

We had the trip in pouring rain so didn’t enjoy as much. But our tour guide was excellent!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Gastronomic & Cultural Guided Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

This is a wine tasting tour without much food to enjoy. We didn’t not try any Portugal delicacies as advertised.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley

On a rainy day, not worth it

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Winery Tour & Wine Tasting + Traditional Portuguese Lunch
Douro Valley
Lisbon River Path E-Bike Tour
Lisbon
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon
Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto
Private History & Cultural Guided Tour in Évora
Évora
Cooking Class + Meal
Portugal
Private Driver Tour to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Cascais
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jan 10, 2023

Hey Vivien,
Thank you for getting back to us with your positive review and with the improvement suggestions - we are very happy to hear that you had a memorable trip!
We have already taken the due diligencies to improve the gastronomic experience in Porto.
Thank you once again for trusting our services and for being part of our history.
Sincerely,
Pedro & João

Amazing Overall experience.
Portugal | Dec 23 - Dec 31, 2022

Agnes
Agnes K.
Concord, CA | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

I could not ask for anything more with regards to Pedro and his services during our Portugal trip. We would receive notifications as to who was going to pick us up and the designated time. If we had questions regarding our trip, we got our questions answered. So glad I was able to find Kimkim.com to customize our trip to fit our needs for 9 days. Will definitely use Kimkim.com again. read more

I could not ask for anything more with regards to Pedro and his services during our Portugal trip. We would receive notifications as to who was going to pick us up and the designated time. If we had questions regarding our trip, we got our questions answered. So glad I was able to find Kimkim.com to customize our trip to fit our needs for 9 days. Will definitely use Kimkim.com again.

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Avenida Liberdade
Lisboa
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Turim Santa Maria
Funchal
Authenticity & Character
The location
Location
Staff
Have staff in the pool area more receptive. Everyone else was nice and courteous.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Porto
Authenticity & Character
Location
Center of town
Staff
Very approachable and nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon

The Fado experience was great. The singing was amazing and an intimate experience since it was a small venue. The food and wine was delicious.

Quality of Experience
Food
The iberico pork, the cod fish and the steak
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very nice and knowledgeable.
Transport
Nice transportation
West Side Madeira Tour
Madeira

Nuno was very knowledgeable as he drove us to every point. He was very patient and gave us ample time in every location.

Quality of Experience
Our driver's skill in driving up and town the narrow roads.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledge and skills in driving
Transport
East Side Madeira Tour
Madeira
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nuno was able to accommodate our last minute Toboggan ride and cable car experience.
Transport
Exclusive Driver Tour in the Douro Valley
Portugal

The tour was better than we expected. The driver was friendly and prompt.

Quality of Experience
Would definitely recommend the boat ride because it was so scenic and memorable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The driver went out of his way to show us Porto and Gaia so we can experience Porto while there is still daylight.
Transport
The ride was very comfortable.
Boat Trip in the Douro River on a Traditional Rabelo Boat
Douro Valley
Quality of Experience
The scenic view from the boatride
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The guide even had restaurant recommendations.
Transport
The smooth boat ride.
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Jan 04, 2023

Hello Agnes! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review and for your positive feedback :)
I'm so glad you had an amazing vacation and it was my pleasure to help you.
Sincerely,
Pedro

I can’t say enough wonderful things about our...
Portugal | Nov 28 - Dec 6, 2022

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Jill H.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022

I can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience with KimKim and Pedro at Across Portugal. Thank you Kim Kim for connecting us with Pedro and his team. They understood immediately what kinds of experiences we wanted and were easy to communicate with and responsive- both in advance and while on the trip. My brother and I planned this trip with our mother to celebrate her birthday and It exceeded all our expectations. Each tour guide was better than the next, drivers were prompt... read more

I can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience with KimKim and Pedro at Across Portugal. Thank you Kim Kim for connecting us with Pedro and his team. They understood immediately what kinds of experiences we wanted and were easy to communicate with and responsive- both in advance and while on the trip. My brother and I planned this trip with our mother to celebrate her birthday and It exceeded all our expectations. Each tour guide was better than the next, drivers were prompt and lovely, and Fado and all food was delicious. Thank you. I’m sure to use Kim Kim for our next experience.

Activity Reviews
Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Lisbon
Lisbon
Dinner with a Fado Performance
Lisbon
Quality of Experience
Knowledgeable, prompt and easy
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Personable, knowledgeable
Transport
Clean, spacious, prompt
Port Wine Cellar Visit with Tastings
Porto
Private Driver to Sintra with Tickets to Pena Palace
Portugal

It rained but that is not anyone’s fault but Mother Nature.

Private Guided Cultural Walking Tour in Porto
Porto

Such a fabulous guide. Such a gorgeous city.

Quality of Experience
The
Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Dec 13, 2022

Hello Jill,
I am super happy to receive your feedback and to know that you really enjoyed your time in Portugal!
Thank you once again for trusting Kim Kim and Across Portugal!
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro & Across Portugal Team