When it comes to choosing a city for a couples holiday, Paris’ nickname as the ‘City of Love’ makes it an obvious choice, while Venice is often labelled as Europe’s most romantic; Portugal, however, is an outstanding amorous destination which mustn’t be overlooked. The sun-soaked, ocean-loving Iberian nation boasts captivating cities, balmy beaches and lush landscapes, neatly contained within a ribbon of land along the Atlantic Coast. The range of activities that these diverse surroundings afford are a particular draw for Portugal couples holidays, so whatever your interests are, our tailor-made itineraries can cater to every pair.

Portugal Couples Holiday Ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Portugal – Porto – Guimaraes – Pinhao

    A Classic Portugal Road Trip - Port Pours, Medieval Towns and Valley Views

    Hit the road on a week-long escape through Portugal’s riverside cities, medieval towns and wine valleys

    7 days, from £1650 to £2300

  • One Country Portugal – Guimaraes – Provesende – Coimbra – Monsaraz – Grandola

    Medieval Towns & Traditional Wineries - Road Trip Across Rural Portugal

    Drive across Portugal’s quieter interior on this 11-day road trip from Porto to Lisbon

    11 days, from £1650 to £2400

  • One Country Portugal – Porto – Coimbra – Lisbon

    Portugal’s Powerhouse Cities by Train - Art, History and a Taste of Port Wine

    Watch Portugal roll past your window on this seven-day rail adventure from Porto to Coimbra and Lisbon

    7 days, from £1700 to £2300

  • One Country Portugal - Porto - Pinhao (Douro Valley) - Coimbra - Alcobaca - Lisbon

    Portugal by Road - Porto, the Douro Valley and Lisbon

    Pair vineyard landscapes with Portugal’s most characterful cities as you travel from Porto to Lisbon by car

    9 days, from £1800 to £2300

  • One Country Portugal - Alentejo - Evora - Comporta - Lisbon

    From Alentejo to Lisbon - Lush Vineyards, Wild Coast and City Streets

    Journey from the Alentejo’s Evora and Comporta to Lisbon, pairing vineyard landscapes with wild Atlantic beaches and historic cities

    7 days, from £1900 to £2600

  • One Country Portugal – Madeira – Funchal – Porto Moniz – Santana

    Madeira from Coast to Coast - Walking Trails, Whale Watching & Wine Tastings

    Hit the road and discover Madeira’s wild side on an eight-day escape filled with volcanic views and laid-back island life

    8 days, from £2100 to £2700

  • One Country Portugal - Algarve - Aljezur - Tavira - Vila Nova de Cacela - Ria Formosa

    An Algarve Road Trip - From Pristine Coasts to Classic Villages

    Explore the Algarve’s quieter side, from Aljezur’s surf beaches and Tavira’s whitewashed streets to the lagoons of Ria Formosa Natural Park

    9 days, from £2800 to £3600

  • One Country Spain – Portugal – Andalucia – Malaga – Cadiz – Seville – The Algarve – Sagres

    A Road Trip Across Andalucia and Southern Portugal - City Strolls, Coastal Hikes & Tapas Trails

    Hit the road for a ten-day adventure from Andalucia to southern Portugal, with plenty of scenic stops along the way

    10 days, from £3320 to £5300

  • One Country Spain – Portugal – San Sebastian – Bilbao – Picos de Europa – Santiago de Compostela – Porto – Douro Valley

    Northern Spain and Portugal Road Trip - Coastal Cities, Trekking Trails & Vineyard Tours

    Pair vibrant northern Spain with picturesque northern Portugal on this two-week road trip between the cities and the countryside

    16 days, from £3405 to £5435

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For adventure-loving couples, Portugal couples holidays can pack in the activities. The Algarve is home to world-class golf courses, while the national parks welcome walkers of all abilities and the Azores, which are often likened to a European Galapagos, are famed for incredible diving. For foodie couples who enjoy the finer things in life, Portugal’s gastronomic scene is an example of simple, yet effective cooking. Sample authentic pastéis de nata (Portuguese custard tarts) at Casa Pastéis de Belém, Lisbon’s famous patisserie dating back to 1837. Alternatively, our travel experts can tailor-make your itinerary to include the most notable wine regions, from Alentejo to the Douro Valley, with a pitstop in Porto to sample the city’s eponymous drink, port.


For sun-worshipping couples, Portugal’s coastline promises golden coves bordered by sapphire sea and boutique resorts complete with infinity pools. The enchanting coastal fishing town of Cascais is only a 40-minute train ride from Lisbon, making for a tempting day-trip, while a week in the Algarve or the region of Alentejo is a restful holiday in its own right. For duos after a diverse holiday, Portugal couples holidays can combine the best of the urban areas, abundant beaches and cobblestone villages.