Private Tours in Portugal: Day Tours from Lisbon & Tailor-Made Journeys
Portugal, privately yours.
Private day tours from Lisbon to Sintra, Cascais, Fátima, Évora and the Douro Valley, plus bespoke multi-day itineraries across Portugal — always with an experienced private driver-guide.
Duca is a small family tour operator. Since 2004, we have led private tours from Lisbon to Sintra, Porto, Nazaré, Fátima, the Algarve, Évora and the Douro Valley, as well as multi-day journeys across the whole country. The name comes from our family — a daily reminder that every guest deserves trust, discretion and genuine care.
Your tour may be led by me or by one of the experienced driver-guides I trust. Either way, the standard is the same: careful planning, discretion, and a custom itinerary shaped around you rather than a fixed route.
The Sound of Silence
Part of caring for Portugal is keeping it quiet. Alongside our spacious Mercedes van, you can now choose our fully electric Mercedes — a smoother, silent and more sustainable way to travel Portugal's historic landscapes, with the same comfort and attention to detail you expect from Duca.
Rui and the small Duca team have led private tours across Portugal for more than 20 years — day tours from Lisbon, private transfers, and tailor-made itineraries throughout the country. Every journey is planned around the traveller, not a set programme, and guests on TripAdvisor and Viator consistently rate us 5 stars. Duca is also a TAP Air Portugal Stopover partner.
Trusted by travellers worldwide and featured on leading global travel platforms.
From Lisbon and Sintra to Porto, the Algarve and the Douro Valley, our private tours are rated 5 stars by travellers from around the world. What guests mention most: the personal approach, honest local knowledge, and private transport that runs on time.
FAQ
Q: What types of private tours does Duca offer in Portugal?
Duca offers private day tours from Lisbon to destinations such as Sintra, Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima, Porto, Évora, the Algarve and the Douro Valley, as well as multi-day tailor-made itineraries across Portugal. All tours are led by experienced private driver-guides.
Q: Who leads Duca's private tours?
Tours are led by Rui Catalão, a certified interpreter guide trained at the Escola de Turismo das Caldas da Rainha with over 20 years of experience, or by a trusted team of expert private guides who meet the same standards of discretion and knowledge.
Q: How much do private tours with Duca cost?
Pricing depends on the itinerary, group size, and duration. Duca tours are bespoke and privately priced — contact us for a personalised quote tailored to your journey.
Q: What vehicles does Duca use for private tours?
Duca operates a small fleet of Mercedes V-Class vehicles and a the fully electric Mercedes EQE — offering comfort, space, and a quieter, more sustainable travel experience.
Q: Is Duca suitable for families and small groups?
Yes. Duca's private tours are designed for individuals, couples, families, and small groups who prefer a personalised, unhurried experience over group travel.
