Self Drive Portugal Luxe

Freedom, Flavour & Culture

    Destinations : Lisbon (3N) | Porto (3N) | Évora (3N)

Tour Code

SD DM LIS- SDP10D

Availability

01-Mar-2026 To 20-Oct-2026

Duration

9 Nights | 10 Days

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Overview

You’ll travel at your pace through Portugal’s finest—from Lisbon’s soulful Fado nights and gourmet walks to Sintra’s royal retreats, Porto’s riverfront gems, and Évora’s golden heritage. Handpicked stays, scenic routes, private guides, and curated indulgences make this a seamless luxury self-drive journey.

Highlights
  • Gourmet food & wine tours
  • Private Lisbon & Porto tours
  • Royal palaces in Sintra
  • Scenic Óbidos en route to Porto
  • UNESCO cities & heritage gems
  • Freedom to explore Alentejo
Itinerary

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Guided Lisbon food walk
  • Codfish & pastel de nata tastings
  • Local cherry liqueur experience
  • Explore 3 iconic neighborhoods
  • Small-group expert-led tour

Welcome to Portugal. Begin your journey with a curated evening food tour across Baixa, Chiado, and Cais do Sodré. Sample iconic local dishes, from codfish to pastel de nata, and sip Lisbon’s signature cherry liqueur. Dive into Portugal’s rich culinary heritage guided by a local expert.

Overnight in Lisbon

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Half-day guided city tour
  • Yellow tram experience
  • Discover Lisbon’s hidden gems
  • Authentic Fado dinner show
  • Traditional Portuguese cuisine

Uncover Lisbon’s hidden corners via tram and strolls on a guided half-day tour. In the evening, experience soulful Fado music over authentic Portuguese cuisine in one of the city’s finest traditional restaurants.

Overnight in Lisbon

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Private full-day guided tour
  • Explore Sintra’s palaces
  • Stroll Cascais & Estoril
  • Scenic Atlantic coast views
  • Customizable sightseeing pace

Journey through the elegance of Sintra’s palaces and the breezy charm of Estoril and Cascais. Customize your day at your pace with a private tour that blends royal history with coastal beauty.

Overnight in Lisbon

Day Tour Hihglights:

  • Drive Lisbon to Porto
  • Visit medieval Óbidos town
  • Explore castle & cobbled streets
  • Scenic self-drive route
  • Free time in Porto

Pick up your rental car and head north. Stop at Óbidos, a storybook medieval village wrapped in history. Continue to Porto, arriving with time to unwind and explore at leisure.

Overnight in Porto

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Half-day Porto city tour
  • Visit iconic landmarks
  • Cultural Boavista & Foz
  • Guided evening food tour
  • Local dishes & wine tastings

Enjoy a guided half-day tour of Porto’s UNESCO-listed heart and vibrant districts like Boavista and Foz. In the evening, discover the city’s soul through a delightful food and wine tour.

Overnight in Porto

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Free day in Porto
  • Optional day trips available
  • Visit Braga, Aveiro, or Guimarães
  • Explore beaches or wine regions
  • Self-guided or suggested routes

Today is yours to explore Porto or embark on optional trips to nearby cultural treasures, scenic coastlines, or serene natural parks. Design your perfect day in northern Portugal.

Overnight in Porto

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Drive Porto to Évora
  • Private guided city tour
  • Discover UNESCO monuments
  • Rich maritime history insights
  • Leisurely evening exploration

Drive south to the UNESCO-listed city of Évora. After lunch, a private guide unveils its historic wonders and architectural gems. Enjoy free time exploring the city's enchanting ambiance.

Overnight in Évora

 

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Full day in Évora or Alentejo
  • Visit rustic vineyards & towns
  • Experience local handicrafts
  • Optional cultural or hiking trips
  • Slow travel & scenic drives

Explore Évora at your own pace or venture into Alentejo’s countryside. Discover vineyards, olive groves, and charming towns reflecting the soul of rural Portugal.

Overnight in Évora 

 

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Explore hidden Alentejo gems
  • Neolithic sites & cork farms
  • Artisanal food & wine
  • Fortified hilltop towns
  • Intimate, relaxed experiences

Continue your Alentejo discovery with curated suggestions or spontaneous adventure. Relish the region’s authenticity, artistry, and culinary excellence.

Overnight in Évora 

 

Day Tour Highlights:

  • Drive back to Lisbon
  • Scenic countryside route
  • Optional short stops en route
  • Departure from Lisbon airport

Conclude your enriching self-drive journey with a scenic return to Lisbon, filled with unforgettable memories of Portugal’s heritage, gastronomy, and natural beauty.

End of your Self Drive Portugal Luxe Tour

Featured Hotels

PortoBay Liberdade, Lisbon

Experience refined luxury at PortoBay Liberdade, a five-star boutique hotel in the heart of Lisbon. Nestled on Rua Rosa Araújo near the prestigious Avenida da Liberdade, this urban resort offers an indoor pool, naturally lit gym, serene spa with couples' treatment rooms, sauna, and Turkish bath. Unwind on the esplanade, patio, or your private balcony—available in most rooms. Perfectly blending comfort and sophistication, PortoBay Liberdade is your elegant retreat in Lisbon’s vibrant city centre.

PortoBay Flores, Porto

PortoBay Flores blends 500 years of history with contemporary comfort in a prime location on Rua das Flores, next to Misericórdia Church. Housed in a restored 16th-century palace and a modern wing, this elegant hotel offers 66 refined rooms and suites, a restaurant, bar, spa, gym, and naturally lit indoor pool. Enjoy serene moments in the landscaped patio or explore Porto’s top attractions just steps away. With a reading room, meeting space, and 18th-century chapel, it’s a heritage-rich retreat in the heart of the city.

M'AR De AR Aqueduto, Évora

M'AR De AR Aqueduto is Évora’s only five-star hotel within the UNESCO-listed historic walls. Set in the 16th-century Palácio dos Sepúlveda, it preserves Manueline windows, vaulted ceilings, and a stunning chapel. This boutique retreat features 62 elegant rooms, a 220 m² spa, and the acclaimed Degust’AR restaurant, where Chef António Nobre reimagines Mediterranean flavors. Ideal for both relaxation and refined gatherings, it also offers unique event spaces in the adjoining heritage complex. Experience timeless sophistication in the heart of Évora’s rich cultural landscape.

Note* : Your DMCi tour package includes accommodations in a standard room featuring your choice of one king or two queen beds. Select from our extensive portfolio of properties, ranging from affordable to luxury options. Should you wish to enhance your experience, our team is available to assist with room or hotel upgrades, subject to additional fees. Allow our knowledgeable specialists to guide you in choosing the optimal accommodations that seamlessly align with your preferences, ensuring an exceptional travel experience.. Contact us for prices and availability.
Self Drive Portugal Luxe Inclusions / Exclusions

Tour Inclusions: 

  • Hotel accommodation - 9 nights in 5 star hotels
  • Daily breakfast
  • Arrival transfer Lisbon airport to Lisbon hotel.
  • Departure Transfer Lisbon Hotel to Lisbon Airport
  • Self-drive mid-size automatic rental unlimited mileage with CDW
  • Lisbon
    • Evening Food Tour (small group) with tastings + drinks
    • Half-Day Lisbon City Tour (private) with Yellow Tram experience
    • Fado Dinner Experience (dinner + live performance
  • Sintra, Cascais & Estoril (Private Full-Day Tour with Admission Tickets)
    • Private car + driver-guide
    • Palace visit (Pena or Queluz)
    • Coastal stops in Estoril & Cascais
  • Porto
          Half-Day Porto City Tour (private)
          Evening Food & Wine Tour (small group)
  • Évora
         Private Guided Walking Tour (Half Day)
         Historical center + Cathedral + Roman ruins overview
  • All local taxes & VAT on included services
  • 24/7 on-ground emergency assistance

Exclusions:

  • Airfare (offered as an add-on supplement).
  • Travel insurance
  • Fuel, tolls, parking fees
  • Hotel city tax (payable locally)
  • Meals not listed (lunches, some dinners)
  • Additional admissions not included in tour descriptions
  • Any Transfers on Day 1 for Food Tour
  • Optional excursions, spa services, wine tours not listed
  • Personal expenses: minibar, room service, laundry
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Car rental security deposit & optional add-ons
Our self-drive tour packages offer the ultimate flexibility, with fully customizable itineraries tailored to your preferences. Your package includes a mid-size SUV rental with unlimited mileage, ensuring a comfortable and worry-free journey. Optional rental car insurance (CDW/LDW) is available for added peace of mind.

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From CA $ 5410 | US $ 3850 per person

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