Joined 2022
Duarte P.
Available Areas
Lisbon (Living), Setubal, Óbidos, Sintra, Mafra, Tomar, Fatima
Languages
English, French, Portuguese (Native), Spanish
Response Time
1 day on average
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About Tour Guide Duarte P.
Hello my Friends,
My name is Duarte and it's with great pleasure that I have been working in the tourism industry in Portugal for over 10 years.
I´m specialized in organizing and executing private and exclusive tours for small groups.
Take a look at my proposals for private tours and select the one or those that interest you most.
Since all my tours are customizable, feel free to ask me about possible changes you would like to make to the original itinerary.
On the tours, there is total flexibility within the time and itineraries planned.
ALL MY TOURS INCLUDE FREE OF CHARGE:
* Mercedes-Benz Van, V Class Model VIP Extra Long up to 7 passengers.
* Pick up and drop off at your hotel / flat.
* Free Wi-Fi in the vehicle.
* Bottled water.
Important
Hello, I am 100% at your disposal!
Come create wonderful memories of Portugal
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Private Full Day Tour in Sintra - Charm and romantism
This full day Private Tour will take us to the most interesting sites of Sintra region, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will visit Cabo da Roca, which is the westernmost point of the European continent, the famous Guincho beach, and by the costal road we will reach Boca do Inferno. From Cascais, we will pass the famous Casino Estoril and return to Lisbon by the Avenida Marginal, with the Ocean and the Tagus always at our side Book this Tour Now, and let's discover Sintra together.
Private Full Day Tour in Lisbon - The true city of light
This full day Private Tour will take you to the most interesting sites and places of the Portuguese capital, considered to be one of the most beautiful and safest cities in the world, located near the mouth of the Tagus River. On this Private Tour we also propose to visit the Belém area, from where our navigators set off to discover the new worlds, not forgetting Alfama and the most modern part of the city, which is the Parque das Nações. Book this Tour now, and let's discover Lisbon together
Private Full Day Tour to Fatima Sanctuary. Faith and heritage
Leaving from Lisbon, this is a Full Day Tour for devotees and for all those who want to discover the history, culture and gastronomy of Portugal. We will visit Fatima, the largest Marian Sanctuary in the world.. a place of deep faith and prayer.. From there we will go to other charming towns and cities, as well as looking for the biggest waves in the world. Our Tour ends in Óbidos, a medieval labyrinth, where you will drink the local speciality, served in a chocolate glass. Come With Me!!
Private Full Day Tour in Évora - Wines & Romans
This full day Private Tour will take you to the most interesting sites of Évora, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town dates back more than 2000 years. We will search the Roman, Moorish and Christian heritage, all in one place.... which can only be done in Évora. ...especially with wine glass in hand . Book this Tour now, and let's discover Évora together
Lisbon by night - Dinner with Fado show
On this tour, we will see a Lisbon illuminated with a thousand colours, a city that invites us to watch the sunset from one of its magnificent viewpoints, and take us to discover the best of Portuguese gastronomy and traditional music. We will meet Fado, sung melodies that are the greatest exponent of the culture and identity of the Portuguese people. Book your tour and come discover the soul of this people that welcomes you with open arms.
Private Half Day Tour to Fátima Sanctuary
Leaving from Lisbon, this is a Half Day Tour of 5 Hours for those devotee that want to pray peacefully at the feets of the Virgin Mary. Come and pray in Fátima, the largest Marian Sanctuary in the world... a place of deep faith and prayer...
Reviews
Bruce M.
“A day with Duarte”
We visited Sintra and the west coast from Azenhas do Mar to Cascais, then back to Lisbon. Duarte is a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and proud of the Portuguese heritage. Flexible too, willing to make changes to the itenerary to suit our interests. Many sites in Portugal that we would not have seen if not for this tour. Well worth the money.
Cheri S.
“Exciting Lisbon”
Duarte was an excellent guide showing us all the beautiful sights of Lisbon. He was very detailed in his explanations and giving us in depth history. He was accommodating to what we wanted to see. Great guide.
Sue H.
“Amazing day in Sintra”
We had a great day on our tour of Sintra. Duarte was not our guide which was a surprise but Joao did a really nice job. At his recommendation we toured the inside of the Queluz Palace and the outside of the Pena Palace since the lines at the Pena Palace can be quite long and would have taken up too much time. The only thing we didn't like was Joao tried to sell us more tours when we returned to Lisbon.
Duarte P.
Hi Sue Thank you very much for contacting me, and especially for your review. João Ramos does work with me, and I organised your Sintra tour with him because you were only 2 passengers, and your tour would have been more comfortable in a smaller car, which is the one João normally works with. I asked João why he had suggested other tour options, and what he told me was that when he realised that you would be returning to Lisbon, and accompanied by friends, he tried to let you know that he and I could design and organise a tour for the whole group that would meet your wishes for the visit, which could include: wine tasting, artisanal cheese making, drawing and painting tiles, in short, there is a world of experiences that could be organised by us. I know that he has done this with the best of intentions, as he is truly passionate about our history and culture, and I'm sure that you would be truly amazed at how much you can do, and at the wonderful experiences and memories you can take away with you. I wish you a wonderful holiday on your cruise and if you need any support from us, we are here to help. At your service Duarte Pestana and João Ramos
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