Lisbon, Portugal
Tours Delivered,
Since Jan 26, 2011
3.0
Hours, Avg. response time
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.
Lisbon
Portimão
Evora
Fatima
Faro
Albufeira
Douro Valley

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427 reviews
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...

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Dear 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.
Paulo is exceptionally knowledgeable in the history of not only Evora but the entire region. His generosity in the time and details he shares makes this a very worthwhile and memorable experience.

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Dear Mark. Thank you for your kind review and for choosing my services. It was a pleasure meeting you, and I am delighted that you enjoyed the experience. Wishing you all the best and hoping to see you again someday.
We spent two days with Paulo and it was such a pleasure. Paulo is so incredibly knowledgeable and tells history as stories, full of life, interest, and intrigue. Our visits to Óbidos, Alcobaça, Batalha, Tomar, and Fatima were so much more than they would have been without Paulo. The details he pointed out and background made all the difference. We highly recommend him!

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Dear Jeanne. Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing my tour. I'm very happy to hear that you had a great experience. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and I hope to welcome you back again in the future!
It was great touring the Algarve for two days with Paulo. He is a very knowledgeable, interesting, and considerate guide. He has a deep understanding of the history of Portugal, and shares it in a way to give meaning to the tour. He happily adjusted the timing of our outings to suit our schedule. I can highly recommend him for any Portugal tour!

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Dear Nevin. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. I'm glad that I could help make your trip memorable. Your kind words mean a lot to me, and it was a pleasure spending time with you. Wishing you all the best and safe travels!