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Contact:

Call us on 01273 322 398
Email us at portugal@rickshawtravel.co.uk


Festive opening hours:

Thursday 19th December: 9am – 12pm

Saturday 21st December: Closed

Christmas Eve: 9am – 2pm

Christmas Day & Boxing Day: Closed

New Year’s Eve: 9am – 2pm

New Year’s Day: Closed

 

Normal opening hours:

Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm

Saturdays: 9am – 2pm

Sundays: closed

Rickshaw Travel
Portugal, Madeira & Azores

Portugal Travel Advice

We have put together some essential travel advice for travelling to Portugal. Read on for more information on the best time to travel, what entry requirements there are and money matters so you’re all set for your Portuguese adventure!

Algarve Benagil cave

Best time to visit Portugal

Portugal is a long country with distinct climates throughout the year which are worth taking into account when you are planning your trip. To help you choose when and where to travel, take a look at our handy climate guide for more information. 

Visa, Passport and Money Advice

When you are travelling anywhere there is always some admin to get on top of. Our team of Portugal specialists have put together some helpful advice on all the important things – visas, passports and money. Find out more about what you need to bear in mind. 

British passport
Jeep tour Madeira

Getting around Portugal

There really is nothing quite like discovering Portugal on the open road and at your own pace. The roads are well maintained and fairly easy to navigate particularly outside of the cities. With coastal routes and beautiful scenery, driving in Portugal will add something special to your trip and give you the freedom to explore. 

Book flights with Rickshaw

At Rickshaw not only do we prearrange every aspect of your holiday itinerary we also book international flights and any domestic flights for your trip.

If you are combining your trip to Portugal with a stop in Madeira we can organise these flights for you too. There are regular direct flights from Porto and Lisbon making it easily accessible. 

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Accommodation

From boutique city hotels to the sweeping views across the Douro vineyards, and glamping tents hidden in the countryside to traditional houses in the Algarve, we have a range of accommodation across Portugal which highlights the spirit of this beautiful country. Find out more about where you will be staying on a holiday to Portugal with us.