Portugal is a country with thousands of years of history. To get you the best feel and taste of the scenery, culture, history and… foooood :D, trust your adventure to the knowledge and joy of a true passionate local guide.
My name is Leonel Rodrigues, founder and owner of Desirable Portugal Tours.
With many years of experience in tourism and private transportation, I created Desirable Portugal Tours with a simple vision: to offer visitors a truly personal way of discovering Portugal… combining professionalism, local knowledge, comfort, and genuine Portuguese hospitality.
Over the years, I have learned that unforgettable journeys are never created by following a script. They are created by listening, understanding, and adapting every experience to the people travelling with you. Every guest is different, every itinerary is unique, and every tour should reflect that.
That’s why, when you choose Desirable Portugal Tours, you’re not booking through a company that assigns different guides or drivers depending on availability. From your very first enquiry until the moment I say goodbye, you’ll deal directly with me. I personally answer your questions, design your itinerary, and accompany you throughout your journey.
For me, this isn’t simply a business… it’s my name, my reputation, and my passion. Every tour I provide reflects the experience I’ve gained over the years and the pride I take in sharing the Portugal I know and love.
Portugal is blessed with breathtaking landscapes, historic cities, charming villages, and an incredible coastline. I believe that enjoying these treasures should go hand in hand with protecting them for future generations.
For that reason, I have invested in a modern fleet of 100% electric vehicles, allowing my guests to explore Portugal in a quieter, cleaner, and more environmentally responsible way.
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is the icon of my brand. Its distinctive design, innovative technology, and fully electric performance perfectly represent my vision of combining sustainability with unforgettable travel experiences. Over the time, it has become the vehicle that many guests instantly recognise and fondly remember, and it remains the flagship for my signature private tours.
However, great service isn’t about using the same vehicle for every occasion—it’s about using the right vehicle for every journey.
As my business has grown, so have the needs of my guests. While many enjoy the unique character of the ID. Buzz, others travel as families, larger groups, or with additional luggage. To continue delivering the same premium experience without compromise, I recently added a brand-new 100% electric Ford E-Tourneo Custom to my fleet.
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is the icon of my brand. The Ford E-Tourneo Custom is another tool that allows me to deliver the same premium experience to every type of traveller.
Whether you’re a couple looking for an intimate private tour, a family exploring Portugal together, or a group of up to eight passengers, I have the right vehicle to ensure your journey is as comfortable, elegant, and enjoyable as it should be.
The Ford E-Tourneo Custom has been carefully chosen with that purpose in mind. Its spacious interior, premium reclining seats, independent rear climate controls, generous luggage capacity, and smooth electric drive ensure that larger groups never have to compromise on comfort, practicality, or sustainability.
My philosophy is simple:
Every journey deserves the right tool for the job… without ever compromising the quality of the experience.
People often associate luxury with the badge on the front of a vehicle.
I see things a little differently.
I don’t need a luxury emblem to define the quality of my service. For me, the only stars that truly matter are the five-star reviews left by the guests who have trusted me to show them Portugal.
Those reviews have been earned through professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for creating unforgettable experiences. They are the standard I hold myself to every single day and the greatest recognition I could ever receive.
Whether this is your first visit to Portugal or your tenth, my commitment remains the same: to offer a personalised experience, exceptional comfort, complete peace of mind, and the confidence that every aspect of your journey has been carefully planned by someone who genuinely cares.
Portugal has given me a lifetime of memories. I’d be delighted to help create yours.
Let’s share the sunshine, the stories, and the joy of Portugal.
We’re your digital travel hub, actively engaging on the most relevant social media pages and groups with tips and hidden gems about Portugal.
Founder of Portugal Unplugged, where you’ll find weekly live sessions for real-time travel advice.
Explore Portugal’s beauty through our YouTube channel and read what fellow travelers have been saying about us on Facebook, TripAdvisor, and Google Reviews.
At Desirable Portugal, we’re not just sharing destinations; we’re crafting experiences.”
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Reservations: You can reserve your spot through the Booking request form, email, Whatsapp, or Messenger. A deposit will be needed to secure your booking.
Payment: Pay your booking deposit with a credit card or PayPal. As for the rest, you can settle up before or during the tour, either with a card or cash.
Private Tours: It’s all about you! The tours are private, meaning we can tailor the itinerary to suit your wishes, while keeping the main route outlined on the proposals.
Age is Just a Number: Kids under 18 are welcome, as long as they’re accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy: Life happens! If you need to cancel, just give us a heads up at least 72 hours before the tour, and we’ll refund you the full amount, minus a 3% fee for transactional fees. If it’s less than 72 hours, unfortunately, we can’t offer a refund.
Safety first: All vehicles are equipped with GPS tracking for our peace of mind
Child seats: Let us know if you’ve got little ones tagging along, so we can make sure they’ve got the right seats
Flexible itinerary: If unforeseen circumstances pop up, like bad weather or unexpected closures, we might need to tweak the itinerary. But don’t worry, we’ll do our best to keep the adventure going. And if we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund
Liability: Keep an eye on your stuff! We can’t be responsible for any lost or damaged belongings during the tour. And remember, play nice and follow the rules.
Insurances: Safety first, always! we’ve got all the necessary insurance policies upgraded to at least the triple of the minimum required amounts to keep you covered.
Good Vibes Only: Let’s keep it chill! We reserve the right to say bye to anyone who’s not playing nice and putting others at risk.
Photography: Feel free to snap some pics during the tour, just be respectful of others’privacy. Oh, and we might use some of those pics for promo stuff, hope you don’t mind!
Feedback is welcome: We’re all ears! Your feedback helps us to get better, so don’t hesitate to share your thoughts. If something’s not right during the tour, tell us right away so we can fix it.
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Let’s make some memories together!