Portugal Tours in December 2025
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- Portugal Discovery, Self-drive
- Highlights of Portugal - Lisbon, Alentejo, Sintra, Porto and Douro Valley
- Lisbon, Porto And Azores
- 5 Days Lisbon and Fatima City Adventure
- Enchanting Portugal Trio: Porto, the Azores, and Lisbon
- Portugal North and South, Self-drive
- Northern Portugal with Lisbon (10 destinations)
- Best of Lisbon Tour (with Sintra, Évora and Cascais) - 5 Days in Portugal
- Best of Lisbon with Sintra, Nazaré, Fátima and Évora - 5 Days
- Best of Lisbon & Porto - 7 Days
Portugal Discovery, Self-drive
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Hotels were quite nice with breakfast included. Highways in Portugal may be the best in the world.”
Ted, traveled in October
Duration 8 days Destinations Lisbon, Evora, Castelo De Vide, Tomar, Coimbra, Porto, Guimaraes, Espinho, Aveiro, Figueira da FozSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Destination Services Portugal December departure dates
See All Departure Dates18 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left 19 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left From $1,983
20% Off- NZ$1,586You save $397
Highlights of Portugal - Lisbon, Alentejo, Sintra, Porto and Douro Valley
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Every detail was perfect and we didn't have any issues the entire time. The hotels were top notch and we were treated like VIPs.”
Vincent, traveled in January
Duration 9 days Destinations Evora, Estremoz, Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Obidos, Fatima, Pinhao, Porto Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Portuguese Operator Portugal Travel Center December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left From
20% Off- NZ$5,715
Lisbon, Porto And Azores
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We enjoyed the hotels, food, guides, history, architecture, area locale and culture.”
Brian, traveled in September
Duration 10 days Destinations Lisbon, Porto, Azores Islands Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC December departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 Dec, 2025 10 spaces left 6 Dec, 2025 10 spaces left From $6,023
14% Off- NZ$5,180You save $843
5 Days Lisbon and Fatima City Adventure
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The hotel accommodation is excellent; this is a tour at your own pleasure.”
MATIAS, traveled in September
Duration 5 days Destinations Lisbon, Fatima Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From $1,298
30% Off- NZ$908You save $389
Enchanting Portugal Trio: Porto, the Azores, and Lisbon
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The range of experiences and quality were exactly what we were looking for. The online support of our team was superb.”
John, traveled in January
Duration 10 days Destinations Lisbon, Porto, Azores Islands Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK December departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 Dec, 2025 10 spaces left 6 Dec, 2025 10 spaces left From $6,755
20% Off- NZ$5,404You save $1,351
Portugal North and South, Self-drive
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels are way above my expectations. I totally recommend this tour to my friends.”
Jay, traveled in October
Duration 8 days Destinations Porto, Fatima, Batalha, Alcobaca, Obidos, Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Estoril, EvoraSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Destination Services Portugal December departure dates
See All Departure Dates18 Dec, 2025 4 spaces left 19 Dec, 2025 4 spaces left From $2,449
20% Off- NZ$1,960You save $490
Northern Portugal with Lisbon (10 destinations)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We loved all hotels we stayed in, found the coach to be comfortable and the destinations amazing.”
Melissa, traveled in May
Duration 6 days Destinations Lisbon, Fatima, Porto, Braga, Pinhao, Coimbra, Batalha, Nazare, Óbidos Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo December departure dates
See All Departure Dates11 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 25 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From $1,497
15% Off- NZ$1,273You save $225
Best of Lisbon Tour (with Sintra, Évora and Cascais) - 5 Days in Portugal
41 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was the perfect mix of history, sightseeing, food and culture. His knowledge of Portugal really took the trip to a whole other level.”
Milton, traveled in June
Duration 5 days Destinations Lisbon, Sintra, Estoril, Cascais, Evora Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Portuguese Operator Portugal Travel Center December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$2,193
Duration 5 days Destinations Lisbon, Sintra, Nazare, Fatima, Evora Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Click Tours December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From $3,154
36% Off- NZ$2,019You save $1,135
Best of Lisbon & Porto - 7 Days
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The cities were charming and the food was excellent. Highly recommend.”
Zara, traveled in January
Duration 7 days Destinations Lisbon, Sintra, Porto, Pinhao Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Portuguese Operator Portugal Travel Center December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left From
36% Off- NZ$3,429
What people love about Portugal Tours in December
- Best of Lisbon Tour (with Sintra, Évora and Cascais) - 5 Days in Portugal
If tour buses and crowds are not your thing, then Daniela is the solution. However, if crowds are your thing, I’m sure she can do it too...there’s basically nothing she can’t do! Daniela planned an amazing experience for us in Portugal, based on our desires and budget, and because of that we had one of the best experiences ever!
- Best of the Azores: 7 days in São Miguel
A really wonderful tour,.... on an incredibly beautiful Island. I couldn't have been more pleased with the Portugal Travel Center's happy and energetic tour guides. Always on time, informative and accommodating. Every travel day was always a new adventure! I couldn't have seen everything they were able to show me without them....thank you!
Best Trip to Portugal!! My husband and I had an amazing trip to Portugal!! The Tour company took care of every little detail so we could just relax and enjoy the trip. We met so many new friends on the different daily tours and the hotels and transportation are top notch! If we ever had a question we could just message them and they got right back to us! They go ABOVE AND BEYOND to help in any way!! We will definitely use them in the future! Thank you so much for a wonderful trip !!
Portugal: Lisbon, All-inclusive Algarve w/Douro valley cruise
What our customers ask about Portugal Tours in December 2025
What is the weather like in Portugal during December?
Portugal's December climate shows distinct regional patterns. The island of Madeira maintains temperatures of 15-20°C (59-68°F) creating good conditions for exploring. Mainland cities like Porto and Lisbon cool down to 8-15°C (46-59°F) with occasional rain showers. A TourRadar traveler mentioned "Even in December we had several clear days perfect for outdoor activities though we did experience some rain in Porto." The southern Algarve stays relatively mild making it suitable for coastal activities and city walks.
What special Christmas events and festivities can I experience in Portugal during December?
December transforms Portuguese cities into centers of holiday activity. Funchal's Noite do Mercado draws crowds for its nightlong Christmas market where visitors can try local specialties like sandes de carne vinho alhos. The city's Town Hall square hosts a Christmas Village complete with wooden stalls a festive train and Santa's sleigh. A TourRadar traveler noted "The Christmas lights and festivities added a wonderful bonus to our December trip." Porto's old quarter features extensive light displays while Lisbon's main squares fill with seasonal markets and music.
What are the best places to stay in Portugal during December?
Portugal offers varied winter accommodation options. The Hotel Muthu Raga in Funchal provides ocean views and heated amenities perfect for December stays. Lisbon's Lisboa Plaza puts guests near the heart of holiday activities. In Porto The Editory House Ribeira Hotel offers rooms in the historic center. As noted by a TourRadar traveler "The hotels were excellently located for enjoying the Christmas festivities especially in Funchal where we could watch the fireworks from our hotel."
What unique food and wine experiences are available in Portugal during December?
December brings special seasonal dining across Portugal. Porto's historic wine cellars offer warming Port tastings while restaurants serve Christmas variations of bacalhau. Madeira's Farmers' Market features holiday liqueurs and local Christmas foods. According to a TourRadar traveler "The food markets in December were exceptional with vendors offering special Christmas treats and hot wine that made the experience magical."
How crowded are popular tourist sites in Portugal during December?
December visitors find fewer crowds at major attractions except during the Christmas and New Year's period. Sites like Lisbon's Jerónimos Monastery and Douro Valley wineries offer more peaceful visits early in the month. A TourRadar traveler shared "We enjoyed having many places almost to ourselves in early December though it got busier closer to Christmas."
Are major tourist attractions open during December in Portugal?
Most Portuguese attractions maintain regular operations in December with adjusted winter schedules. Key sites including Porto's Stock Exchange Palace Lisbon's Belém Tower and Sintra's Pena Palace welcome visitors year-round. TourRadar travelers note the importance of checking winter hours as some locations like the Jerónimos Monastery close at 5pm and certain Douro Valley wineries run limited tasting sessions.