What You Can Still Experience in Portugal Before 2025 Ends

Best Experiences in Portugal 2025

As the year winds down, there’s still time to make 2025 unforgettable. Portugal remains one of Europe’s most captivating destinations, a country where every vineyard, river, and coastal view tells its own story. Whether you’re seeking serene river cruises, authentic food and wine journeys, or cultural escapes wrapped in charm and sunshine, there’s still so much to experience before the year ends.

Here’s your guide to the best experiences in Portugal to enjoy before 2025 is over. 

River Cruise Experiences

Marma Slow Douro River Cruise 

Discover the art of slow living on a two-hour non-stop journey along the iconic Douro River. Glide past the six bridges of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, or sail through Pinhão surrounded by rolling vineyards and historic wine estates.

Perfect for a romantic escape or private retreat, Marma Slow invites you to unwind and take in the region’s serene beauty.

Pipadouro Vintage Wine Travel

Step aboard a vintage wooden boat and travel through time on a Douro River cruise unlike any other. With Pipadouro, every moment is personalized, from wine tastings on deck to bespoke itineraries through Portugal’s oldest wine region.

Portugal Tours

5-Day Lisbon Premium Tour

Experience the cosmopolitan pulse and timeless elegance of Lisbon. This curated five-day journey blends culture, history, and wine in perfect harmony. Stroll through Sintra’s palaces, taste wines at exclusive estates, and uncover the charm of Cascais and Óbidos.

5-Day Tour in Madeira Island

End the year surrounded by Atlantic beauty. Stay at the luxurious Savoy Palace, explore Funchal’s vibrant streets, cruise along the coastline, and hike through lush levadas. From private wine tastings to jeep adventures, this tour captures Madeira’s spirit of discovery.

3-Day Premium Tour in Porto

Short on time but big on expectations? This three-day journey through Porto delivers it all: five-star accommodations, private tours, Port wine tastings, and the city’s most iconic sights.

3-Day Wine and Food Tour in the Alentejo Region

São Lourenço do Barrocal

In the warm plains of Alentejo, discover where time slows down and flavor takes center stage. Visit renowned estates, sample local wines, and savor traditional cuisine in one of Portugal’s most authentic wine regions.

8-Day Alentejo Wine, Food & Cultural Tour

Alentejo is a land of terracotta plains and timeless charm. This eight-day journey immerses you in its essence, from vineyard visits and artisanal gastronomy to cultural landmarks and peaceful villages.

Portugal still has so much to offer before the year ends: warm days, golden sunsets, and authentic moments waiting to be lived.

Whether you dream of sailing through the Douro, dining under the stars in Alentejo, or exploring the island charm of Madeira.