Portugal Culinary Journey: Lisbon, Porto & The Douro Valley

Arrive in Lisbon, where your private driver escorts you to Pousada de Lisboa, a historic boutique hotel overlooking one of the city’s grandest squares. Spend your first evening dining at one of Lisbon’s celebrated restaurants – we recommend the classic Tavares or the Michelin-starred Belcanto – before relaxing into your stunning hotel room.

The next day, explore Alfama, the city’s oldest district, on a private guided tour. You’ll explore narrow alleys lined with azulejo tiles, visit Lisbon Cathedral, and take in the views from Miradouro Portas do Sol. In the evening, experience the emotion of Fado during dinner at Casa de Linhares, where you can enjoy soulful music over some fine Portuguese cuisine.

Your third day immerses you in the flavours of Lisbon with a private cooking class. Prepare a traditional three-course meal alongside a local chef, learning about Portuguese olive oils, cheeses, and spices before enjoying your creations with perfectly paired wines.

Travel north by private transfer to Porto, where you’ll stay at The Yeatman, a luxurious wine hotel overlooking the Douro River. That afternoon, embark on a private guided tour of the city’s historic centre – from the Porto Cathedral and Clérigos Tower to the colourful riverside neighbourhood of Ribeira. In the evening, dine at The Yeatman’s Michelin-starred restaurant, where tasting menus are perfectly paired with Portuguese wines.

Spend the following day exploring the Douro Valley, the oldest demarcated wine region in the world. Visit boutique estates for tastings, enjoy a gourmet lunch, and learn about the centuries-old traditions of port and table wine production. Back at the hotel, unwind with a treatment at the Caudalie Vinothérapie Spa or a glass of Vinho Verde by the infinity pool.

On your final full day, join a gastronomic walking tour through Porto’s old town. Taste local seafood, visit traditional markets, and admire the azulejo-tiled São Bento Station before returning to The Yeatman for a final evening overlooking the river.