Portugal Escape: Porto, Madeira & Lisbon

Portugal Escape: Porto, Madeira & Lisbon for Two Adults

Passengers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary and included services

• Stay in Porto (3 nights)
• Vilar Oporto Hotel – Porto, Portugal
• Comfortable city hotel in a convenient location, ideal to explore the historic center and the Douro riverfront.
• Private arrival transfer in Porto
• Transfer from Porto to Vilar Oporto Hotel in a comfortable SEDAN vehicle.
• Private departure transfer in Porto
• Transfer from Vilar Oporto Hotel back to Porto in a SEDAN, perfectly timed with your onward transportation.
• Six Bridges of the Douro River Cruise – Porto
• Sightseeing cruise along the Douro River with views of Porto’s famous six bridges, the Ribeira district and Vila Nova de Gaia’s wine cellars.
• Visit to Douro Valley – Full-Day Tour – from Porto
• Full-day guided excursion through the Douro Valley with scenic viewpoints, vineyard landscapes and local wine culture (tastings and lunch may vary according to local provider).
• Transport from Porto to Madeira
• Intercity transportation from Porto to Madeira (Funchal), allowing a smooth connection between mainland and island.
• Private arrival transfer in Funchal
• SEDAN transfer from Madeira (Funchal arrival point) to São Francisco Accommodation.
• Stay in Funchal, Madeira (6 nights)
• São Francisco Accommodation – Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
• Central accommodation in Funchal, ideal as a base to explore the island’s viewpoints, levada walks and coastal villages.
• Private departure transfer in Funchal
• SEDAN transfer from São Francisco Accommodation back to Madeira, coordinated with your onward journey.
• Transport from Madeira to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport
• Transportation connecting the island of Madeira with Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport, bringing you back to the Portuguese mainland.
• Private arrival transfer in Lisbon
• SEDAN transfer from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport to TURIM Saldanha Hotel.
• Stay in Lisbon (3 nights)
• TURIM Saldanha Hotel – Lisbon, Portugal
• Modern, well-located hotel in the Saldanha area with good metro connections to the historic center and the Tagus riverfront.
• Lisbon Sightseeing Hop On - Hop Off
• Flexible sightseeing ticket with multiple routes to discover Lisbon’s main highlights: Belém, Baixa, Alfama, Parque das Nações and more, at your own pace.
• Private departure transfer in Lisbon
• SEDAN transfer from TURIM Saldanha Hotel to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport for your outbound flight.

Trip overview

This itinerary combines three of Portugal’s most charming destinations in one seamless journey. You begin in Porto, discovering the atmospheric riverfront and the iconic bridges of the Douro on a scenic cruise, followed by a full-day immersion in the Douro Valley, surrounded by terraces of vineyards and traditional wine estates. With centrally located accommodation and private transfers, you can focus entirely on enjoying the gastronomy, local wines and historic streets.

From Porto you continue to the subtropical island of Madeira, staying in Funchal for six nights to fully experience its mild climate, botanical gardens and dramatic coastal cliffs. Finally, you fly back to mainland Portugal for a three-night stay in Lisbon, using a Hop On - Hop Off pass to explore Belém’s monuments, the tiled facades of Alfama and the lively downtown districts. Throughout the trip, private SEDAN transfers and pre-arranged transportation connect each step for a relaxed, worry-free European escape.

Recommended guides and books to prepare your trip

• Guidebooks
• “Rick Steves Portugal” – Accessible and practical, especially useful for Porto and Lisbon walking tours.
• “Lonely Planet Portugal” – Comprehensive overview of the entire country, including Madeira and the Douro Valley.
• “DK Eyewitness Portugal” – Visual guide with detailed maps and illustrations, ideal for pre-trip inspiration.
• Specialist titles for Madeira & Douro
• “Madeira Walks” (various publishers) – For levada hikes and viewpoints around Funchal and the island.
• “The Wines of Portugal” – To better understand the Douro Valley, Port wine traditions and regional grape varieties.
• Online resources
• Official tourism websites: VisitPorto & North, VisitMadeira and VisitLisboa for updated events, museum schedules and local experiences.