Lisbon, Portugal
Tours Delivered,
Since Jan 26, 2011
4.0
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Guide #2227
Paulo Coelho – Licensed Private Tour Guide in Portugal | Cultural & Pilgrimage Tours I am Paulo Coelho, an official licensed private tour guide in Portugal, with over 38 years of experience guiding travelers through my country. All my tours are 100% private, flexible, and tailor-made, designed for travelers who want a knowledgeable local guide, not a scripted group tour. I specialize in private tours in Portugal, cultural journeys, UNESCO sites, and Fátima pilgrimage tours. Why Book With Me * Officially licensed guide (Portugal) * 100% private tours only * Flexible itineraries * Comfortable, modern vehicles of 2026 * No large groups, no rushing * I guide as I would guide friends visiting my country for the first time. Languages Tours conducted in English, Portuguese, and German. If you are looking for a professional, experienced local guide in Portugal, I would be pleased to design a private tour made just for you. Please send me a message — I reply personally and customize every tour. * Important Note Many guides you find online are not native or officially certified. Choosing a licensed, native Portuguese guide ensures quality, authenticity, and accurate cultural insight — making your experience both meaningful and memorable. * I don't offer walking tours in Lisbon or Sintra or groups bigger than 4 persons.
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430 reviews
We had a terrific tour of Atlantic coast towns with Paulo. He picked us up at our hotel and had the foresight to arrange a driver for the day so he could concentrate on speaking with us, and also not have to worry about parking when we stopped. Paulo has an incredible breadth of knowledge regarding Portugal and gave us very interesting information all day. He is an...
Replied from the guide, Paulo C.
July 2026Dear Steve. Thank you for your beautiful review. Meeting wonderful people is one of the best parts of this profession, and I feel fortunate that our paths crossed. I am delighted that you enjoyed the tour and hope that your memories of Portugal remain with you for many years to come.
Paulo has a wealth of detailed and fascinating information about Lisbon and his beloved country! We greatly enjoyed learning about Portugal's Explorations and its mercantile philosophy that has kept the country neutral, economically creative and independent. Paulo took us on a panoramic tour with minimum walking at our request due to Richard's Parkinson's. We feel we...
Replied from the guide, Paulo C.
June 2026Dear Linda. Thank you for your kind review. I am honored by your comments and very grateful that you chose to spend part of your trip with me. It was a pleasure meeting you, and I wish you many more wonderful travels ahead.
Paulo was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable in all aspects of the tour: history, culture, nature, geology and economy of the region. The cork factory and the process he explained was a totally new subject for us and very interesting. Paulo was very kind and helpful.
Replied from the guide, Paulo C.
June 2026Dear Hagit. Thank you for your wonderful feedback. I am delighted that you found the information and stories shared during the tour interesting. Sharing the history, culture, and traditions of Portugal with curious travelers is one of the most rewarding parts of my work.
We loved Paulo! The four of us had been to Lisbon before but never had such a wonderful and informative visit! Paulo was absolutely one of the best tour guides we have all had. We have used Tours by Locals all over the world and even though we were with Paulo for a half day tour we learned so much, never felt rushed and just a joy! Don't miss out book Paulo if you are...
Replied from the guide, Paulo C.
June 2026Dear Perla. Thank you for your beautiful review. Meeting wonderful people is one of the best parts of this profession, and I feel fortunate that our paths crossed. I am delighted that you enjoyed the tour and hope that your memories of Portugal remain with you for many years to come.