Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Portugal (Updated 2026)

Portugal, Europe
Cockburn’s Cellar: Visit & Wine Tasting

A visit to Cockburn's Port Lodge is an experience to remember. Not least because of the quality of the port, you’ll be tasting there, but …More

A visit to Cockburn's Port Lodge is an experience to remember. Not least because of the quality of the port, you’ll be tasting there, but...

45 to 90 minutes
4.5 (2)
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$79
Go West Tour - Madeira Island Excursion

This tour was designed to show you all the best of the Westside of Madeira Island. The landscape is breathtaking, the Natural Swimming Pools in …More

This tour was designed to show you all the best of the Westside of Madeira Island. The landscape is breathtaking, the Natural Swimming Pools in...

7 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (160)
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$44
Algarve Tandem Skydive 15.000ft (5000m)

Enjoy views of Skydiving Algarve (Tandem Skydive) from above in a thrilling tandem skydive experience near Faro. Feel your adrenaline pumping as you jump out …More

Enjoy views of Skydiving Algarve (Tandem Skydive) from above in a thrilling tandem skydive experience near Faro. Feel your adrenaline pumping as you jump out...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (247)
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$249
Eco-Friendly Catamaran Dolphin and Whale Watching

Go green with the premier dolphin and whale watching Eco-experience on Madeira Island! Magic Dolphin Eco is the only purpose built dolphin & whale watching …More

Go green with the premier dolphin and whale watching Eco-experience on Madeira Island! Magic Dolphin Eco is the only purpose built dolphin & whale watching...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (230)
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$40
Moliceiro Boat Tour on the Ria de Aveiro

We provide unique moments and unforgettable experiences for visitors to the city of Aveiro. Our extremely friendly and experienced crew will show you the charms …More

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We provide unique moments and unforgettable experiences for visitors to the city of Aveiro. Our extremely friendly and experienced crew will show you the charms...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (190)
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$17
University of Coimbra guided tours without queue

RM Guided Tours Coimbra was born from the idea of transforming visits to the University of Coimbra into a unique experience, transforming the guided tour …More

RM Guided Tours Coimbra was born from the idea of transforming visits to the University of Coimbra into a unique experience, transforming the guided tour...

1 hour 30 minutes
5.0 (531)
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$59
Douro Valley-Small Group-Boat-Lunch-2 Wineries-Offer Wine Bottle

SPECIAL OFFER: 1 wine bottle per reservation Enjoy the Douro Valley in a premium style, with pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Porto, guided …More

SPECIAL OFFER: 1 wine bottle per reservation Enjoy the Douro Valley in a premium style, with pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Porto, guided...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,072)
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$192
Kayak Tour to Benagil Cave & Marinha Beach - From Portimão

A unique experience for nature lovers that you will not forget. This tour is very appreciated by couples. …More

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A unique experience for nature lovers that you will not forget. This tour is very appreciated by couples....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (84)
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$46
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight in Algarve

Breathtaking Balloon Flights along the Algarvean Coast. In the Algarve, due to the geographical limitations, we fly smaller balloons with a maximum capacity of 6 …More

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Breathtaking Balloon Flights along the Algarvean Coast. In the Algarve, due to the geographical limitations, we fly smaller balloons with a maximum capacity of 6...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (71)
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$269
Private Douro River Sailing Cruise (Sunset Available)

Private tours are available at various times: 1) Day times (morning & afternoon tours) 2) A golden hour tour (next-to-last departure time before the sunset …More

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Private tours are available at various times: 1) Day times (morning & afternoon tours) 2) A golden hour tour (next-to-last departure time before the sunset...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (83)
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$97
Albufeira: 3-Hour Off-Road Quad Tour to Hidden Algarve Trails

The off-road countryside ride on board of a 300cc quad bike where you'll be able to cross some challenges as riverbeds or streams, depending on …More

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The off-road countryside ride on board of a 300cc quad bike where you'll be able to cross some challenges as riverbeds or streams, depending on...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (116)
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$154
Lisbon city tour on history, culture and current topics

Lisbon is best discovered on foot - on this city tour accompanied by a German-speaking city guide with exciting insights into Portuguese history, culture and …More

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Lisbon is best discovered on foot - on this city tour accompanied by a German-speaking city guide with exciting insights into Portuguese history, culture and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (82)
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$45
Private Tour Sintra, Pena Palace and Cascais from Lisbon

Visit Sintra with a local guide on a full-day tour. Take the opportunity to visit Sintra's most famous monuments, including Pena National Palace, Sintra National …More

Visit Sintra with a local guide on a full-day tour. Take the opportunity to visit Sintra's most famous monuments, including Pena National Palace, Sintra National...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (280)
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$109
Surf Lesson on Praia de Carcavelos

Get your adrenaline going during this 1,5-hour surfing lesson on gorgeous Praia de Cacavelos in Lisbon. Receive instruction from one of the first surf schools …More

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Get your adrenaline going during this 1,5-hour surfing lesson on gorgeous Praia de Cacavelos in Lisbon. Receive instruction from one of the first surf schools...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (74)
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$45
Small group Wine Tasting Tour from Lagos

On this 4-hour tour we will visit a winery. We will learn more about the wine production process by visiting the production room and the …More

On this 4-hour tour we will visit a winery. We will learn more about the wine production process by visiting the production room and the...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (187)
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$74
Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest

Our 4x4 adventure begins at Cabo Girão, the famous "SKYWALK" the second highest cliff in Europe with ums incredible height of 580 meters. We follow …More

Our 4x4 adventure begins at Cabo Girão, the famous "SKYWALK" the second highest cliff in Europe with ums incredible height of 580 meters. We follow...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (225)
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$63
Pasteis de Nata Baking Class from Lisbon

In the quarter were they were created, come learn the traditional craft of the most known Portuguese sweets. We don´t own the original recipe, but …More

In the quarter were they were created, come learn the traditional craft of the most known Portuguese sweets. We don´t own the original recipe, but...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (256)
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$63
Benagil Caves and Dolphin Watching - 2.5h

MATRIX Power boat is 16 meters long (53ft) and has a maximum capacity of 50 people. You will have the opportunity to see the coast …More

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MATRIX Power boat is 16 meters long (53ft) and has a maximum capacity of 50 people. You will have the opportunity to see the coast...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (190)
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$34
Small-Group Six Bridges Douro River Cruise in Porto with Drinks

Experience Porto in a whole new way on this small-group Douro River cruise. Enjoy a Port wine (only whites) as you cruise Douro River on …More

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Experience Porto in a whole new way on this small-group Douro River cruise. Enjoy a Port wine (only whites) as you cruise Douro River on...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (96)
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$66
Lisbon Bike Tour: Downhill Downtown Lisbon to Belém

Explore Lisbon effortlessly with our relaxed downhill tour. Ride through historic downtown to scenic Belém, hear fascinating stories, see iconic sights & taste the famous …More

Explore Lisbon effortlessly with our relaxed downhill tour. Ride through historic downtown to scenic Belém, hear fascinating stories, see iconic sights & taste the famous...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (195)
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$45
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