Private Honeymoon Tour Itinerary
Our tour planners have created the itinerary below to give you an idea of what your private honeymoon tour could look like. However, this itinerary is merely a sample. No two couples are the same, and that means every honeymoon tour needs to be unique. We can create a brand new itinerary for you, completely tailored to your every desire, ensuring your honeymoon tour is everything you’ve dreamed of.
Day 1: Arrival in Lisbon – Settle In & Sunset Toast
Overnight: Lisbon (4 nights)
Welcome to Portugal! Upon arrival at Lisbon Portela Airport, you’ll be greeted by your private driver-guide and whisked to your stylish hotel in one of Lisbon’s most romantic neighborhoods—Alfama, Chiado, or Príncipe Real, depending on your style.
The rest of the day is yours to relax and ease into your new surroundings. Stroll the nearby streets hand-in-hand, maybe stopping for a pastel de nata and coffee at a historic café or enjoy a drink on a rooftop terrace with sweeping views over the Tagus River.
In the evening, a table is reserved for you at a romantic restaurant, where you’ll enjoy your first Portuguese dinner together, perhaps octopus confit, grilled seabass, or duck with orange glaze—while toasting the week ahead with vinho verde or a fine Douro red.
Day 2: Private Lisbon Discovery – Hilltop Views & Fado by Night
Overnight: Lisbon
This morning, meet your private guide for an enchanting half-day exploration of Lisbon’s most scenic and romantic quarters. Ride the historic tram through the steep lanes of Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest district, and pause for photos at postcard-worthy viewpoints like Miradouro das Portas do Sol.
Walk through the charming Bairro Alto and Chiado, stopping for a tasting of ginjinha (cherry liqueur) or traditional pastries. Visit the Jerónimos Monastery, a 16th-century masterpiece where Portugal’s Age of Discovery began, and explore the leafy riverside district of Belém, home to Lisbon’s iconic Tower of Belém and the Monument to the Discoveries.
After a morning spent uncovering Lisbon’s scenic hilltops, historic quarters, and charming hidden corners with your private guide, the rest of the afternoon is yours to unwind at one of Lisbon’s premier wellness sanctuaries for a luxurious spa experience designed for two.
Choose a couples massage with oils scented by Portuguese florals or opt for a ritual inspired by ancient Moorish and Mediterranean healing traditions. Whether you indulge in a complete treatment or simply relax in the serenity of the space, it’s the perfect way to melt away any lingering jet lag and ease into the romance of your first full day in Portugal.
As evening approaches, you’ll be fully refreshed and ready for a magical night of dinner and live Fado music in the atmospheric heart of Alfama.
Day 3: Sintra’s Storybook Romance – Palaces, Gardens & Picnic
Overnight: Lisbon
Today’s private excursion takes you into the enchanting hills of Sintra, a romantic UNESCO World Heritage town that has long been adored by poets, royals, and honeymooners alike. With its lush forests, whimsical palaces, and air of timeless wonder, Sintra feels like something lifted from the pages of a storybook—and with your private guide by your side, the stories truly come to life.
Begin your day at the fantastical Pena Palace, perched atop the Serra de Sintra. As you explore its colorful ramparts, intricate tilework, and lavish royal chambers, your guide shares tales of the eccentric King Ferdinand II, the artist-monarch who reimagined this palace as a Romanticist dreamscape. You’ll hear about his love for Queen Maria II and how he turned a ruined monastery into one of Europe’s most iconic castles.
Next, visit the mystical gardens of Quinta da Regaleira, where your guide leads you along moss-covered paths and ivy-draped towers. As you wander through hidden grottoes, trickling fountains, and the enigmatic Initiation Well, your guide shares insights about the estate, from masonic rituals to alchemical allegories. With each turn of the path, you’ll discover how this enchanted landscape was designed not just for beauty but for meaning.
After a bit of free time for strolling or photography, return to Lisbon by late afternoon. The evening is yours—whether you choose to dine at your hotel, return to a favorite spot, or enjoy a quiet night in.
Day 4: Lisbon at Leisure – Private Sunset Cruise on the Tagus
Overnight: Lisbon
Today is all about relaxation and romance. Enjoy a slow breakfast and perhaps take a late morning to explore at your own pace. You might choose to browse LX Factory’s hip boutiques, relax in the Gulbenkian Garden, or take a ride up the Santa Justa Elevator for views over the city.
Later in the afternoon, head to the riverside for a private sunset sailboat cruise on the Tagus River. Toast with sparkling wine as you glide beneath the 25 de Abril Bridge and watch the sun dip behind the city’s skyline, casting golden light over Lisbon’s hills and monuments.
After the cruise, your guide can drop you at one of Lisbon’s top romantic restaurants or bring you back to your hotel for a cozy night.
Day 5: Journey to the Douro Valley – Into Wine Country
Overnight: Douro Valley (2 nights)
Leave the capital behind as your driver-guide escorts you north through Portugal’s evolving landscape. After a few hours on the road, you’ll arrive in the Douro Valley, one of Europe’s most breathtaking wine regions, where terraced vineyards line the slopes above the winding river.
Check into your luxurious wine estate or boutique hotel, set on a hillside or nestled by the river. Your afternoon includes a private wine tasting and estate tour, during which your guide provides insights into the region’s ancient traditions. Sip aged port, sample whites, and reds, and enjoy local cheeses with views across the valley.
Spend the evening as you wish—dining at your hotel’s gourmet restaurant, watching the sunset over the vines, or taking a twilight stroll with just the sounds of nature around you.
Day 6: Douro Dreams – River Cruise, Vineyard Lunch & Leisure
Overnight: Douro Valley
Begin your day with a serene private Rabelo boat cruise, floating gently along the Douro River past old wine estates, olive groves, and hillside hamlets. These traditional boats once carried barrels of port wine to Porto; today, they offer a romantic, slow-paced way to experience the valley.
Disembark at a small, family-run quintas (vineyard) for a private visit and leisurely lunch among the vines, with seasonal produce and local wines served al fresco.
Return to your hotel in the afternoon and enjoy a well-earned rest: relax by the infinity pool, indulge in a couples’ spa treatment, or simply open a bottle of wine and watch the late afternoon light spread across the valley.
Dinner tonight can be private and cozy or festive and scenic—your guide will offer recommendations to suit your mood.
Day 7: Douro Valley Farewell – Sunrise Views, Olive Oil Tasting & Riverside Strolls
Optional Activities Before Departure
Wake to the peaceful sounds of the Douro Valley—birds chirping in the vineyards, soft breezes rustling the olive trees, and the distant glint of morning light over the river. If you’re an early riser, begin the day with a short sunrise walk among the vines, just the two of you pausing to breathe in the crisp valley air and reflect on the week’s most magical moments.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the terrace of your wine estate or boutique hotel. Expect freshly baked bread, local honey, sheep’s cheese, and fruit from nearby orchards.
After check-out, your guide can lead you on one final, enriching stop: a visit to a local olive oil estate, where you’ll tour centuries-old groves and learn how the region’s golden oil is pressed and perfected. Sample different varieties with rustic bread, tomatoes, and perhaps even a glass of wine for one last tasting moment.
If time allows, detour through the picturesque town of Peso da Régua or Lamego, where you can browse artisan shops for handmade souvenirs or make a final stop at a viewpoint like São Leonardo da Galafura, offering sweeping panoramas of the Douro River winding far below.
Finally, your private driver will transfer you to Porto Airport (or back to Lisbon if you’ve requested an extended transfer), ensuring a smooth and scenic ride with thoughtful service along the way. Depart Portugal full of memories—vineyard sunsets, tiled city streets, whispered toasts, and quiet riverside moments—perfect souvenirs from your first days of marriage.
