Reviews for Portugal – Family, Culture, Wine & Cooking

"One of our best vacation"

We meet a great group of people from other guest to host. We saw beautiful places, laughed a lot, ate great food and enjoyed the wine.

"Enjoyed every minute in Portugal !"

"Fun Days in a Great Place"

Great wine Beautiful scenery Wonderful host

"It feels like traveling with friends "

This is the easiest way to really experience the culture of an area. The activities are so personal being hosted by locals sharing their lifestyle. The itinerary is easy for the travelers.

"A meaningful celebration of culture, connection and joy!"

Nothing better than an immersive travel experience filled with warm hospitality, beautiful people, indulging in incredible food, music and wine!

"A meaningful and amazing experience!"

What could be better than an immersive travel experience filled with warm hospitality, beautiful people, incredible food, music and wine tasting- all nourishment for the soul!

"Porto Fabulous"

As a first timer I couldn't have been more impressed. So well thought out, covered all the bases for any interest a tourist might have. The food was soooo good. Can't wait to enjoy trip #2.

"Always Over The Top "

Portugal is a country of families, food, fun, wine and especially port.

"Porto May 2025"

What a wonderful time in Portugal with CDV. We didn't go to any of the touristy places; we spent time being immersed in the culture and cuisine of Portugal. Staff was so caring and genuine.

"Discovering what Culture Discovery means"

My wife and I had a wonderful time in and around Porto with the CDV hosts and guests. We were given the chance to learn what makes Porto so special as Portugal’s premier city.

"A warm welcome to Portugal"

The Culinary Vacation in Portugal was truly an immersive experience. Sharing this experience with a great group of friendly people made this a unique, fun, and enriching adventure.

"Not just Hype"

Not just hype! After 4 Culture Discovery trips we can HONESTLY say we are part of their family and have made lifelong friendships with the people we’ve met. Can’t wait for the next “family” vacation!

"Portuguese culture & Perspective"

Extraordinarily constructed and flawlessly executed vacation in Porto and surrounding villages & countryside. The excursions were fun & interesting. The cooking, cuisine and wine were superlative.

"A second visit to Portugal? Oh yeah!"

There is much to love about traveling with CDV but their ability to make each experience fresh and unique keeps us coming back.

"Porto Isn't Just Port Wine"

Traveled with family and found more family.

"Ate too much, drank too much, but what a wonderful time. "

From the get go to the the fond farewells, a whirlwind of memorable experiences.

"Like no other, Friends become Family"

This was our secone CDV trip. We traveled withfriends we met in Amalifi to Portugal this time. Again, exceed our expectations for food, wine, and amazing experiences.

"Portugal Experience"

Beautiful Country, warm inviting people, lots of off the beaten path activities!

"Amazing Experience"

Cooking, eating, participating in unique experiences, and making new friends.

"Fabulous experience "

This was truly one of the best vacations I’ve ever taken. Wonderful experiences every day with hosts and drivers who treated us like beloved family. Amazing adventures daily. Great food and wine.

"Stellar!!"

Once again, a truly awesome experience.

"Great week immersed in local culture"

Great week immersed in local culture . Hotel was very comfortable . Evenings out were all great .

"So, so good. Every time."

The talk about “family” is not hype. It’s real.

"Porto Time"

What an amazing time and with such great people. Marta, Ines, Vitor, Maria, Ricardo and of course Minna were just so wonderful to be around and made sure that we all had fun.

"Amazing"

Love, family, spontaneity, Laughter

"Maybe the best trip EVER"

We fell in love with northern Portugal and its lovely people. I was completely blown away by the natural beauty and the love we felt when spending time with our CDV family.

"Friends, Family, Food"

Words simply cannot express what a wonderful time I experienced in Portugal with CDV! I came with my friends, made new friends and we were all treated like family as we cooked and ate together!

"It's a family experience!"

My husband and I never felt like a "guest" on our CDV adventure but always felt like a treasured family member. The CDV team understands how to create a culturally immersive experience.

"Beautiful Portugal "

Loved the cities of Porto, Viana and Braga

"Portugal and CDV blending seemlessly together"

Portugal is a country I never knew I needed to visit. And CDV made it so easy and memorable.