Expatsi Tours: Portugal
Upcoming Dates
Lisbon to Algarve: 2025
Oct 21-30
Lisbon to Porto: 2025
Nov 4-13
Porto to Lisbon (Algarve add-on): 2026
Jan 5-16 (Jan 16-20)
Feb 16-27 (Feb 27-Mar 3)
Mar 9-20 (Mar 20-24)
Apr 6-17 (Apr 17-21)
May 11-22 (May 22-26)
Jun 8-19 (Jun 19-23)
Jul 6-17 (Jul 17-21)
Aug 31-Sep 11 (Sept 11-15)
Oct 5-16 (Oct 16-20)
Nov 16-27 (Nov 27-Dec 1)
Lisbon to Algarve | Oct 21-30, 2025
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS
You’ll spend nights 1-5 in the Lisbon city center and nights 6-9 in Faro. The trip begins on day 1 at 5pm in Lisbon and ends on day 10 around 7:30pm in Lisbon. We recommend flying in a day early.
Day 1
5pm Lisbon
Start the trip with a kick off seminar to learn everything you need to know about moving to Portugal, followed by dinner with the experts and your fellow guests.
Day 2
9am Mafra/Ericeira
Explore the majestic palace town of Mafra and the laid-back surf haven of Ericeira, where history meets the Atlantic breeze
Day 3
9am Cascais/Carcavelos
Discover coastal elegance and international flair that’s perfect for people who crave upscale beach life with a small-town feel.
Day 4
9am Alges/Miraflores
Uncover the quiet charm of Lisbon’s western suburbs, where green spaces, modern condos, and city access converge.
Day 5
9am Setúbal
Dive into the working-class authenticity and stunning natural beauty of Setúbal, a seafood-lover’s dream nestled by protected coastline.
Day 6
9am Faro
Travel to the Algarve’s cultural capital, where historic charm, a vibrant marina, and easy airport access make it a smart hub for people exploring southern Portugal. On the way, see the rustic Alentejo region.
Day 7
9am Portimão & Carvoeiro
Soak up the Algarve sun in Portimão’s bustling marina and Carvoeiro’s postcard cliffs, ideal for retirees seeking sun and services.
Day 8
9am Tavira & Olhão
Wander the whitewashed lanes of Tavira and the working port of Olhão to experience the Algarve’s most authentic eastern towns.
Day 9
9am Albufeira
Peek behind the tourist gloss of Albufeira to find thriving enclaves of retirees, ocean-view condos, and year-round energy.
Lisbon to Porto | Nov 4-13, 2025
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS
You’ll spend nights 1-5 in the Lisbon city center and nights 6-9 in Porto. The trip begins on day 1 at 5pm in Lisbon and ends on day 10 around 7:30pm in Lisbon. We recommend flying in a day early.
Day 1
5pm Lisbon
Start the trip with a kick off seminar to learn everything you need to know about moving to Portugal, followed by dinner with the experts and your fellow guests.
Day 2
9am Mafra/Ericeira
Explore the majestic palace town of Mafra and the laid-back surf haven of Ericeira, where history meets the Atlantic breeze
Day 3
9am Cascais/Carcavelos
Discover coastal elegance and international flair that’s perfect for people who crave upscale beach life with a small-town feel.
Day 4
9am Alges/Miraflores
Uncover the quiet charm of Lisbon’s western suburbs, where green spaces, modern condos, and city access converge.
Day 5
9am Setúbal
Dive into the working-class authenticity and stunning natural beauty of Setúbal, a seafood-lover’s dream nestled by protected coastline.
Day 6
9am Caldas da Rainha
En route to Porto, experience a creative, affordable town known for thermal waters, local ceramics, and a relaxed pace just an hour from Lisbon.
Day 7
9am Maia/Gondomar
Get a feel for Porto’s practical side in Maia and Gondomar, two growing hubs for families, industry, and convenience.
Day 8
9am Póvoa de Varzim/Vila do Conde
Feel the Atlantic spirit in these twin towns north of Porto, where expats enjoy long beaches, lively communities, and metro access to the city.
Day 9
9am Foz/Matosinhos
Tour Porto’s upscale seaside neighborhoods where river views, seafood restaurants, and boardwalk strolls define everyday life.
Day 10
9am Vila Nova de Gaia/Aveiro
Compare Gaia’s urban sprawl and wine-cellar charm with Aveiro’s canals and Art Nouveau flair in this coastal contrast tour on the way back to Lisbon.
Porto to Lisbon | All 2026 Dates
11 1/2 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
You’ll spend nights 1-5 in central Porto and nights 6-11 in central Lisbon. The trip begins on day 1 at 5pm in Porto and ends on day 12 around noon in Lisbon.
Day 1
5pm Porto
Start the trip with a kick off seminar in your hotel to learn everything you need to know about moving to Portugal, followed by a local dinner with the experts and your fellow guests.
Day 2
9am Maia/Gondomar
Get a feel for Porto’s practical side in Maia and Gondomar, two growing hubs for families, industry, and convenience.
Day 3
9am Póvoa de Varzim/Vila do Conde
Feel the Atlantic spirit in these twin towns north of Porto, where expats enjoy long beaches, lively communities, and metro access to the city.
Day 4
9am Foz/Matosinhos
Tour Porto’s upscale seaside neighborhoods where river views, seafood restaurants, and boardwalk strolls define everyday life.
Day 5
9am Vila Nova de Gaia/Aveiro
Compare Gaia’s urban sprawl and wine-cellar charm with Aveiro’s canals and Art Nouveau flair in this coastal contrast tour on the way back to Lisbon.
Day 6
9am Caldas da Rainha
En route to Lisbon, experience a creative, affordable town known for thermal waters, local ceramics, and a relaxed pace just an hour from Lisbon.
Day 7
9am Mafra/Ericeira
Explore the majestic palace town of Mafra and the laid-back surf haven of Ericeira, where history meets the Atlantic breeze
Day 8
9am Cascais/Carcavelos
Discover coastal elegance and international flair that’s perfect for people who crave upscale beach life with a small-town feel.
Day 9
9am Alges/Miraflores
Uncover the quiet charm of Lisbon’s western suburbs, where green spaces, modern condos, and city access converge.
Day 10
9am Setúbal
Dive into the working-class authenticity and stunning natural beauty of Setúbal, a seafood-lover’s dream nestled by protected coastline.
Day 11
Free Day Lisbon
Enjoy a relaxing day of strolling Lisbon, enjoying any tourist sights you like, or getting started on finding an apartment or opening a bank account.
Day 12
8am Q&A Session
Bring all of your questions to an informative session with VivEurope and kick off your move. If you’ve added on the Algarve trip, you’ll depart at noon.
Algarve Add-on | All 2026 Dates
4 1/2 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
This add-on tour of the Algarve is optional and available to 12 guests per trip. You’ll spend four nights in Faro and return to Lisbon.
Day 12 (Cont’d)
5pm Faro
Arrive in the Algarve’s cultural capital, where historic charm, a vibrant marina, and easy airport access make it a smart hub for people exploring southern Portugal. On the way, see the rustic Alentejo region.
Day 13
9am Portimão & Carvoeiro
Soak up the Algarve sun in Portimão’s bustling marina and Carvoeiro’s postcard cliffs, ideal for retirees seeking sun and services.
Day 14
9am Tavira & Olhão
Wander the whitewashed lanes of Tavira and the working port of Olhão to experience the Algarve’s most authentic eastern towns.
Day 15
9am Albufeira
Peek behind the tourist gloss of Albufeira to find thriving enclaves of retirees, ocean-view condos, and year-round energy.
Day 16
9am Lisbon
Return to Lisbon and say “see you later” to Portugal!
What to Expect
Community: Meet other people who want to move abroad and enjoy exploring and getting to know each other. There will also be opportunities to meet locals and other expats.
A learning experience: Stay in neighborhoods and live as locals to get a feel for how you might like living in each of our destinations. Meet local experts like realtors, immigration attorneys, and financial planners who know the ins and outs of moving to the local country. Get used to the currency, customs, and transportation.
Structure…: Our itinerary will include dates in each city, a schedule of excursions to vetted towns and neighborhoods, real estate viewings, and a live seminar with experts.
…but also flexibility: Everyone’s needs and budgets are different, so everything on our itinerary is optional. Feel free to hop on/hop off as you need and make your own choices about what to spend on food & accommodations. If you’d like to create a lodging group to save on rooms, we’ll facilitate that in our Whats App group.
Life as a local, not a tourist: We’ll bypass the touristy parts of town and experiences like visiting museums and landmarks. Instead, we’ll see livable neighborhoods, markets, and where the locals hang out. It’s easy to enjoy the monuments on your own: just add on a day or two at the beginning or end of your journey, bypass an excursion, or visit them in the evening.
Fun!: We’re all moving abroad for a better life, so we’ll work on giving you a taste of what that means to you.
What’s Included
- Orientation session before the trip to meet other guests and ask questions.
- Whats App group and Trip Plans app to ask questions, get to know your fellow guests, and follow the itinerary.
- 2025: Access to travel agent for booking rooms and flights or neighborhood recommendation to book on your own.
- 2026: 3.5-4 star lodging and daily breakfast.
- Half-day seminar with experts in visas, taxes, healthcare, relocation, and real estate including one-on-one time and food and drink.
- Contact info for experts to schedule appointments to get started on your move abroad.
- Daily guided tours of popular towns and neighborhoods with a focus on lifestyle.
- Daily real estate tours of typical homes for sale in each area.
- Daily private ground transportation for tours and transportation between cities.
What’s Not Included: 2025 Trips
- Airfare to and from the U.S.
- Airport transfers
- Accommodations
- Food or drink, aside from what’s served at the seminar
What’s Not Included: 2026 Trips
- Airfare to and from the U.S.
- Airport transfers
- Food or drink, aside from what’s served at the seminar and daily breakfast
Testimonials
You realize you’re stuck with us forever, right?
I am full of gratitude for the time I spend with each of you. To Jen and Brett for the drive, vision, tenacity and care to make your dreams and ours, a reality.
Jen and Brett, what you all organized was hard. And all of us stretched. When you do hard things together and succeed, the results are amazing. I feel like we’ve made potential lifelong friends.
Thank you Jen and Brett for putting this all together. You guys did a great job and we appreciate all of your time and effort to create this experience for us to have. I will never forget it and especially not the connections I made on this journey.
I feel more like my old self than I have in years. Thank you for taking on the straggler and helping with the healing.
Jen and Brett – thank you so much for following your inspiration and creating Expatsi. You’ve created something very special and it’s been an honor to be a part of it. I sincerely appreciate the feeling of connection, authenticity, and like mindedness we got to share on this trip.
Feeling the love over here ? y’all have been amazing and I hope there’s a way to keep in contact as people make moves on their plans. It would definitely help keep me motivated and I believe I can do it!
Jen and Brett, with all of the expat resources you and your team provided, a few of us may already be moved by the time we reunite ?
You guys did the damn thing! Group dynamics are tricky but you two showed leadership in both tactical and energetic ways. You exemplified that the path will appear when you take the first step ?
This is such an amazing idea and I’m excited to see how it and we evolve. I look forward to reunions and celebrations as each of us find our new homes.
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Next Steps
- Attend a Q&A session if you have questions
- Make sure your passport is valid for six months after the trip ends
- FYI, ETIAS may go into effect in 2026 (EU only)
- Book your trip with us
- Complete required forms from us
- Attend trip chats and use Whats App to ask questions and meet fellow travelers
- Schedule your flight, and book your rooms
- Get excited!
Got Questions?
Join virtual Q&A sessions to meet others considering the trip and ask us questions about the cost, itinerary, and more. You can also join our Facebook Group to meet people who’ve gone on past trips or people considering an upcoming excursion.
