3 Christmas Experiences in Portugal Worth Booking

1.Christmas Lights Sightseeing Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 145 reviews · 1h 15m · from $41Our pick

See Funchal’s Christmas lights from a private open-top VW Beetle, with hotel pickup, local stories, photo stops, and a 75-minute festive route.

“This activity is perfect for anyone wanting to reintroduce the wonder of Christmas. You can’t fail to be wowed by the lights and the feeling of being surrounded by them. It really is a magical experience. I don’t think it can be improved on…… except for maybe a cup of mulled wine as you go. All in all it’s a fantastic activity with a great guide, Miguel. Don’t hesitate in booking you won’t be disappointed.”

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2.Funchal Christmas lights sightseeing night tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $42Top rated

Review of Funchal’s Christmas lights tour in a vintage VW Beetle, with hotel pickup, local guides, open-air views, price, timing, and tips.

“A wonderful surprise to find Phenomenal an open top vintage car. A very pleasant informative driver and the lights were phenomenal by far the best we’ve seen anywhere.”

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3.Private Christmas Lights Tour by Eco Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 51 reviews · 1 hour · from $40Best value

See Lisbon’s Christmas lights by private electric tuk tuk, from Chiado to Baixa, with local guides, blankets, and photo stops.

“Yuri was a wonderful guide to Lisbon. We really enjoyed our tour with him. And being in the tub took was easy and fun!”

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