Portugal is a country that captivates the heart and soul of every traveler. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty, it offers endless opportunities for exploration and discovery. Our small group tours are designed to make your journey as enjoyable and hassle-free as possible, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the Portuguese experience.
Join us on an unforgettable journey through Portugal, and discover the magic of this enchanting country.
Ready to embark on your adventure? Explore our selection of the best small group tours of Portugal and find the perfect journey for you.
1. Country Roads of Portugal
Operator: Insight Vacations
Duration: 11 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Évora, Monsaraz, Tomar, Coimbra, Douro Valley, Porto
Starting Price: AU$ 5,250 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This small group tour (max 24 travelers) is a sensory delight, weaving through Portugal’s heart with a focus on culture and cuisine. In Lisbon, a local expert guides you through the historic Belém Quarter, showcasing the Jerónimos Monastery’s Gothic splendor. Cruise Alqueva Lake from Monsaraz, hearing tales from a local boat captain, and explore Tomar’s Templar Castle with its awe-inspiring rotunda. The Douro Valley offers a farm-to-table dinner with locally sourced ingredients and port wine tastings at a family estate. Porto’s UNESCO-listed historic district wraps up the journey, with a five-star hotel stay in its heart.
Designed for comfort, this tour uses smooth motorcoach travel and elevator-equipped hotels, minimizing stairs despite Portugal’s hilly terrain. The relaxed pace includes two-night stays in key cities, ensuring ample rest. Guided walks are short (1-2 miles), with priority entry to attractions like Tomar’s castle, reducing wait times—a boon for seniors.
2. Taste of Portugal
Operator: Globus
Duration: 7 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Óbidos, Fátima, Tomar, Coimbra, Porto
Starting Price: AU$3,099 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This compact tour (max 24 travelers) is a whirlwind of Portugal’s medieval marvels and soulful traditions. Start in Lisbon, visiting the Jerónimos Monastery and Vasco da Gama’s tomb. Stroll the whitewashed lanes of Óbidos, a walled village, and reflect at Fátima’s pilgrimage shrine. Tomar’s Knights Templar history shines, while Coimbra’s ancient university adds academic charm. End in Porto, sipping port at a famous wine cellar and exploring the Ribeira district’s tiled houses.
Perfect for seniors seeking a shorter trip, this tour balances guided exploration with downtime. Comfortable coaches and first-class hotels with porterage services ease mobility concerns, especially in hilly Lisbon. Excursions, like Fátima’s flat shrine grounds, are accessible, and the itinerary avoids strenuous hikes, aligning with your preference for gentle adventures (e.g., easy Oahu trails).
3. Best of Portugal
Operator: Trafalgar
Duration: 11 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Tomar, Coimbra, Porto, Évora, Algarve
Starting Price: AU$ 3,425 per person
This comprehensive tour (max 24 travelers) showcases Portugal’s diverse landscapes and heritage. Begin in Lisbon, touring the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower with a local specialist. Tomar’s Knights Templar castle and Coimbra’s baroque university library offer historical depth. In Porto, sip port at a riverside cellar and explore the Douro River’s UNESCO-listed banks. Évora’s Roman ruins and the Algarve’s sunny cliffs, including a Ponta da Piedade boat cruise, add variety. A farm-to-table dinner in the Alentejo highlights local flavors.
Trafalgar’s small group tours cater to seniors with comfortable motorcoach travel and first-class hotels featuring porterage and elevators, easing mobility concerns in hilly cities like Lisbon. The itinerary balances exploration with rest, with multi-night stays (e.g., 2 nights in Porto) and short, guided walks (1-2 miles). The Algarve cruise is step-free, and cultural experiences like port tastings and fado dinners provide joy without physical demands, making this tour a senior-friendly delight.
4. Discover Portugal
Operator: Blue-Roads Touring
Duration: 10 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Óbidos, Alcobaça, Coimbra, Viseu, Douro Valley, Porto
Starting Price: AU$ 4,895 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This intimate tour (max 18 travelers) uncovers Portugal’s hidden gems, focusing on local flavors and history. In Lisbon, try your hand at painting traditional ceramic tiles, a low-effort cultural activity. Wander Óbidos’ medieval streets and visit Alcobaça’s Gothic monastery. Coimbra’s historic charm unfolds, while Viseu offers a cheese-making workshop with buttery Dão pairings. The Douro Valley dazzles with a port wine tasting, and Porto’s cathedrals and riverfront cap the journey.
Tailored for seniors, this tour emphasizes leisurely pacing with short, flat walks (e.g., Óbidos’ level streets) and boutique hotels with elevators, addressing mobility needs.
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5. Charming Portugal Highlights
Operator: Portugal Travel Center
Duration: 10 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Évora, Coimbra, Porto, Douro Valley
Starting Price: AU$3,999 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This boutique tour (max 12 travelers) is a curated love letter to Portugal’s highlights. Begin in Lisbon, exploring the Belém Tower and Alfama’s fado haunts. Sintra’s fairy-tale Pena Palace and Cascais’ seaside charm dazzle, while Évora’s Roman Temple and cathedral offer historical depth. Coimbra’s university enchants, and the Douro Valley delivers a serene river cruise and wine tasting. Porto wraps up with its historic center and port lodges.
With only 12 travelers, this tour feels like a private getaway, offering personalized attention that seniors value. The itinerary prioritizes accessibility, with coach transport and centrally located hotels (e.g., Hotel Infante Sagres in Porto) featuring elevators. Excursions, like Évora’s flat historic center and the Douro’s relaxing cruise, suit limited mobility.
6. Discover Portugal
Operator: G Adventures
Duration: 8 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Évora, Coimbra, Porto, Douro Valley
Starting Price: AU$ 2,999 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This compact tour (max 16 travelers) is a vibrant snapshot of Portugal’s heart, blending urban charm with rural serenity. In Lisbon, explore the Alfama district’s tiled alleys and savor pastéis de nata at a local bakery. Évora’s UNESCO-listed Roman Temple and cathedral offer historical depth, while Coimbra’s ancient university enchants with its baroque library. A Douro Valley day trip includes a scenic river cruise on a traditional rabelo boat and wine tastings at a family-run quinta. End in Porto, wandering the Ribeira’s colorful waterfront and sipping port at a historic cellar.
Perfect for seniors seeking a shorter, immersive trip, this tour prioritizes accessibility with flat paths in Évora and Coimbra and boutique hotels like Vila Galé Porto with elevators. The Douro cruise requires no walking, ideal for those with limited mobility.
7. The Best of Portugal: From the Age of Exploration to Today
Operator: Road Scholar
Duration: 10 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Cascais, Sintra, Óbidos, Porto
Starting Price: AU$ 2,699 per person
This educational tour (max 24 travelers) traces Portugal’s rich history from its Age of Exploration to modern times, led by local experts. In Lisbon, explore the Belém Quarter, home to the UNESCO-listed Jerónimos Monastery and Tower of Belém, with expert-led walks delving into maritime heritage. Visit Cascais’ coastal charm and Sintra’s fairy-tale Pena Palace, a UNESCO site. Óbidos’ medieval walled village enchants with its cobblestone streets, and Porto wraps up the journey with port wine tastings and a Douro River cruise. The tour includes free time for independent exploration, with suggestions from knowledgeable guides like Luisa Gomes, a tourism expert fluent in English.
The itinerary offers a “Keep the Pace” option with moderate walking (2-3 miles daily) on flat or cobblestone paths, with coach support to minimize exertion, aligning with your preference for accessible adventures. Elevator-equipped hotels and included meals (like bacalhau) ensure ease, while the small group fosters a social, supportive vibe. Lectures on Portugal’s history and culture add depth without physical demands, making this tour ideal for older travelers seeking intellectual and leisurely exploration.
8. Portuguese Camino
Operator: Intrepid Travel
Duration: 10 days
Destinations: Porto, Vila do Conde, Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, Tui (Spain), Lisbon
Starting Price: AU$ 4,200 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This unique tour (max 12 travelers) traces the coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago, offering a spiritual and scenic journey without the full pilgrimage’s rigor. Start in Porto, exploring its Gothic Clérigos Tower, then walk short, flat sections (3-5 miles daily) through Vila do Conde’s fishing villages and Barcelos’ vibrant markets. Ponte de Lima, Portugal’s oldest town, charms with its Roman bridge, and a brief dip into Tui, Spain, adds cross-border flair. End in Lisbon with a fado dinner and the Belém Tower.
Tailored for seniors, this tour offers a modified Camino experience with minimal exertion—daily walks are optional, with coach support for rest, aligning with your preference for gentle adventures. Small group size ensures personalized attention, and centrally located hotels with elevators (e.g., Hotel Infante Sagres) cater to mobility needs. Cultural highlights like fado performances and local petiscos tastings add joy without physical demands, while expert guides handle logistics, making it ideal for older travelers seeking meaning and ease.
9. Walking in Madeira
Operator: Explore
Duration: 8 days
Destinations: Funchal, Machico, Porto Moniz, Madeira
Starting Price: AU$3,450 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This nature-focused tour (max 16 travelers) showcases Madeira’s lush landscapes through gentle walks tailored for seniors. Based in Funchal, explore the city’s botanical gardens and enjoy a cable car ride to Monte Palace. Guided walks (2-4 miles) along flat levada irrigation trails reveal waterfalls and laurel forests, with stops in Machico’s historic valley and Porto Moniz’s volcanic pools. A wicker toboggan ride in Funchal adds playful charm, and Madeira wine tastings round out the experience.
Designed with seniors in mind, this tour features short, flat walks on well-maintained levada paths, avoiding steep climbs, much like your interest in accessible trails. The small group size fosters camaraderie, and comfortable hotels like Pestana Carlton Madeira offer elevators and senior-friendly amenities.
10. Sunny Portugal: Lisbon, Alentejo, Algarve & Portuguese Riviera
Operator: Collette
Duration: 10 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Óbidos, Évora, Lagos, Algarve, Cascais
Starting personally: AU$ 4,499 per person (twin share, excluding flights; 2025 departures, subject to availability—visit gocollette.com for details).
This sun-soaked tour (max 24 travelers) explores Portugal’s diverse regions with a focus on history and leisure. In Lisbon, tour the Jerónimos Monastery and enjoy a fado dinner. Óbidos’ medieval walls and Évora’s Roman Temple offer historical depth, while Lagos in the Algarve enchants with its cliffs and a Ponta da Piedade boat cruise. The Portuguese Riviera’s Cascais adds seaside elegance, with visits to a cork factory and local markets rounding out the journey.
Ideal for seniors, this tour balances exploration with relaxation, using comfortable coaches and first-class hotels with porterage services to ease mobility concerns, especially in hilly Lisbon. The Algarve cruise is step-free, perfect for those with limited mobility. Short walks (1-2 miles) and multi-night stays (e.g., 3 nights in Lagos) ensure rest, while cultural experiences like cork tours and fado nights delight without physical strain.
11. Heart of Portugal
Operator: Rick Steves Europe
Duration: 12 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Évora, Nazaré, Coimbra, Porto, Douro Valley
Starting Price: AU$ 4,295 per person (twin share, excluding flights).
This immersive tour (max 24 travelers) dives deep into Portugal’s soul, blending iconic sights with off-the-beaten-path gems. In Lisbon, wander the historic Belém Quarter and savor a pastel de nata with a local guide. Évora’s UNESCO-listed Roman Temple and medieval streets captivate, while Nazaré’s fishing village offers coastal charm. Explore Coimbra’s ancient university and cruise the Douro Valley on a traditional rabelo boat, paired with port wine tastings. End in Porto, soaking up the Ribeira’s vibrant waterfront and a soulful fado performance.
Rick Steves’ tours are renowned for their senior-friendly design, with a relaxed pace and 2-night stays to minimize fatigue, aligning with your preference for gentle adventures. The small group size ensures personalized attention, and accessible hotels like Tivoli Avenida Liberdade feature elevators, addressing Portugal’s hilly terrain.
12. Best of Portugal from Lisbon to Porto
Operator: Firebird Tours
Duration: 7 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Sintra, Óbidos, Porto
Starting Price: AU$ 2,522 per person
This concise tour (max 14 travelers) is a perfect introduction to Portugal’s highlights, ideal for seniors seeking a shorter getaway. Start in Lisbon, exploring the Alfama district’s tiled streets and savoring a fado dinner. Sintra’s fairy-tale Pena Palace and Óbidos’ medieval walled village charm with their storybook allure. End in Porto, touring the historic Ribeira and tasting port at a Sandeman cellar. Private transfers and a local expert add a personalized touch.
Centrally located hotels (e.g., Hotel Infante Sagres in Porto) offer elevators and senior-friendly amenities, addressing mobility needs. Excursions, like Óbidos’ flat streets and Sintra’s coach-accessible palace, require minimal walking, aligning with your interest in accessible travel. Cultural highlights—fado performances, pastel de nata tastings—are low-energy, and private transfers reduce logistical stress, making this a seamless choice for seniors.
13. Highlights of Portugal
Operator: Exodus Travels
Duration: 8 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Douro Valley
Starting Price: AU$ 2,750 per person
This vibrant tour (max 16 travelers) captures Portugal’s essence with a focus on culture and scenery. In Lisbon, explore the Belém Tower and enjoy a tram ride through historic quarters. Coimbra’s university and medieval charm enchant, while a Douro Valley day trip features a scenic river cruise and wine tastings at a family-run quinta. Porto’s Gothic Clérigos Tower and riverside Ribeira wrap up the journey, with a seafood dinner showcasing local flavors.
Exodus designs this tour for seniors with a relaxed pace, short walks (1-2 miles), and coach support, similar to the gentle pacing you appreciated in previous Portugal tours. The small group size fosters a friendly atmosphere, and boutique hotels like Vila Galé Porto offer elevators and accessibility features. The Douro cruise is step-free, ideal for limited mobility, and cultural activities like wine tastings and tram rides provide enrichment without physical strain, making this tour a senior-friendly gem.
14. Marvelous Portugal
Operator: Indus Travel
Duration: 12 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Évora, Coimbra, Porto, Douro Valley, Fátima
Starting Price: AU$ 2,499 per person
This comprehensive tour (max 22 travelers) showcases Portugal’s diverse landscapes and heritage. Begin in Lisbon, touring the Alfama district and Belém Tower, followed by a fado dinner. Sintra’s Pena Palace and Cascais’ seaside elegance dazzle, while Évora’s Roman Temple and Chapel of Bones offer historical intrigue. Reflect at Fátima’s pilgrimage shrine, explore Coimbra’s ancient university, and cruise the Douro Valley, savoring port wine tastings. Porto’s Ribeira district and historic cellars cap the journey, with a tile-painting workshop adding a creative touch.
Indus Travel designs this tour for seniors, with short walks (1-2 miles) and coach transport to navigate Portugal’s hilly cities. Boutique hotels like Hotel Infante Sagres offer elevators and senior-friendly amenities, ensuring comfort. The Douro cruise is step-free, ideal for limited mobility, and cultural activities like fado performances and custard tart tastings provide low-effort enrichment, aligning with your love for immersive experiences.
15. Best of Portugal Vacation Package
Operator: Omega Tours
Duration: 11 days
Destinations: Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, Douro Valley, Amarante, Vila Real, Lamego, Lagos, Algarve
Starting Price: AU$ 4,499 per person
Highlights and Why Senior-Friendly: This vibrant tour (max 20 travelers) explores Portugal’s north and south, starting in Lisbon with guided tours of the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower. Visit Sintra’s colorful Pena Palace and explore Porto’s historic Ribeira with a port wine tasting. The Douro Valley offers a scenic river cruise and winery visits, while Amarante’s charming market and Vila Real’s Mateus gardens add quaint allure. In Lamego, try local delicacies, and in the Algarve, marvel at Ponta da Piedade’s cliffs and relax on Lagos’ sunny beaches.
Why Senior-Friendly: Omega Tours prioritizes senior comfort with smooth coach travel and first-class hotels like Vila Galé Lagos, featuring elevators and porterage, addressing mobility concerns in hilly areas. The itinerary balances guided tours with leisure time, with short walks (1-2 miles) and a step-free Douro cruise, perfect for those with limited mobility.