Experience the timeless charm of Spain and Portugal.
Spain & Portugal Vacations creates customized vacation experiences in Spain and Portugal, tailored to your style, interests, and budget—whether you’re planning a private getaway or traveling with a group.
Now in our 26th year, we are still driven by the same passion: helping travelers discover Portugal and Spain through local eyes. Whether you prefer to explore with an expert guide or set your own pace with a fully planned self-guided journey, we connect you with the real heart of these countries — the people, the places, the flavors, and the stories that don’t appear on any tourist map. Tell us where your curiosity is call you — we’ll take it from there.
Portugal - first time - Before COVID we were headed for Lisbon to stay several nights before boarding ship. Because this was our first visit to Portugal, one of our close friends recommended that... read more we contact Greg. Greg offered to take over our stay in Lisbon. He took us to all the "must see" places as well as some out of the way 'local' places to get a flavor of the Portugese. Under his guidance and leadership we had a terrific overview and wouldn't hesitate to hire him again upon our return. We were so pleased to have contacted him and as a result enjoyed every minute of our stay, no muss no fuss. And now in addition to being an excellent tour guide, he owns a travel company "Spain and Portugal Vacations" and can arrange full vacation itineraries. We highly recommend Greg.
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Great Experiences - Great trip. There's just too much rto see and do. I would suggest finding a restaurant with traditional Portuguese music (Fado) live performance.
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Beyond Our Expectations - Gregory and his team delivered an extraordinary vacation that exceeded all our expectations.
From our very first conversation, their personalized service via phone and email gave us complete... read more confidence that every detail was being handled with expertise and care that took into account our interests - how he did this and was able to find something for everyone; 6 persons amazed everyone.
We travel extensively around the world, where cost is not the biggest concern but we also like to have things done professionally and can honestly say the level of thoughtful planning and attention to detail in this itinerary truly stood out.
We loved the luxury accommodations in the heart of each city, especially in Granada at the Palacio de los Patos in Granada and the Hotel Marquis of Riscal in the Rioja part of Spain.
Our itinerary had so many incredible highlights, including exploring the Alhambra in Granada, strolling through the historic neighborhoods of Seville, and tasting world-class wines in the Douro Valley.
The expert guides were exceptionally knowledgeable, bringing the rich history and culture of Spain and Portugal to life in ways that left us inspired.
We wouldn’t change a single thing! A huge thank you to Gregory and the entire team for creating such an unforgettable and seamless journey. We’ll definitely be trusting them with our future travels!
JulieReisert
A trip that lives on as top of our list! - My husband and I still remember, several years later, our 10-day trip through Portugal with Greg. It was our first private tour and solidified investment was well worth it. The... read more properties and personalities we met are embedded in our memory as are the scenes and relaxed ease of the vacation. By taking a private tour, our schedule was flexible and allowed for mini unexpected adventures. If we get to Spain, we will definitely let Greg arrange it.
The review only allowed me to enter 4/2021 but we went a few years earlier and stay in touch with Greg because of our admiration and his presence on social media.
Lee WNo two journeys are alike. Every tour is designed from scratch around your interests, pace, and dreams.
Our decades of local relationships open doors to experiences money alone cannot buy.
Private tours only. Your journey, your timeline, your discoveries. No crowds, no compromises.
Northern Spain’s Basque Country offers a mix of food, culture, and local identity. San Sebastián is known for its culinary scene and coastal setting, while Bilbao combines modern architecture with Basque tradition.
San Sebastián: A refined coastal city celebrated for its exceptional gastronomy.
Bilbao: A dynamic cultural hub with striking contemporary architecture anchored by the Guggenheim Museum.
Getaria: A charming fishing village known for its grilled seafood, scenic coastline, and distinctive Txakoli wines shaped by the region’s unique microclimate
Experience Andalusia in Spain, where Seville’s flamenco, Jerez’s sherry wines, and Granada’s Alhambra inspire wonder, to Crdoba, Ronda, and coastal Cádiz—each revealing history, flavor, and the passionate Andalusian spirit.
Highlights
Seville: A city of flamenco, Gothic cathedrals, and the grand Plaza de España.
Granada: Home to the magnificent Alhambra Palace and Albaicín’s Moorish charm.
Ronda: Dramatically perched above a deep gorge with sweeping Andalusian views.
Northern Portugal starts with Porto’s port wine cellars to the Douro Valley vineyards, Braga’s Baroque churches, Guimarães’ medieval streets, and coastal Viana do Castelo—each offering history, flavor, and authentic Portuguese spirit.
Highlights
Discover Porto’s historic wine cellars for an authentic Portuguese wine experience.
Explore Douro Valley vineyards with scenic river view and Portugal’s iconic wine culture.
The best places to visit in Portugal and Spain, cuisine and food from Lisbon and Porto, wine regions of Portugal’s Douro to Alentejo, Spain’s Rioja to Castile and Catalunya Priorat region, Cultural Experiences written from first hand visits and local knowledge in Spain and Portugal along with stories of people and places meant to inspire your journey to Portugal and Spain.
