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“It was a great day spent with Francisco revisiting Sintra, Cascais and Boca do Inferno. We enjoyed our day. His recommended restaurant for lunch was so good and the prices were surprisingly inexpensive. We had more time than we expected and we were not rushed. He gave us some free taste of Sintra’s local pastries in one of its oldest coffee shop.”
“We are so glad we had a guide to Sintra. Francisco drove us to the town in his very comfortable vehicle, and toured both the Pena Palace and the Palacio National Palace with us. He is knowledgeable about the history, structures, and people from the past who occupied those places. He showed us around Sintra, drove us to Cascais, and provided interesting insights throughout the day. This is the best way to visit Sintra.”
“Francisco Leitão was an excellent private tour guide for our 8 hour tour of Lisbon. He was extremely knowledgeable about the history and areas of Lisbon. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better.
When my wife was not feeling well, he was very helpful in taking her back to our hotel.
Francisco and I then completed the tour together. He was very well informed in getting us in and out of tourist areas efficiently. I was able to see everything I wanted and more! On the way back to the hotel he helped me stop at a store to buy some items for my wife.
His English was excellent and we highly recommend him.”
“We had a wonderful day in Lisbon with Francisco! He is extremely professional and knowledgeable. He presents everything in the most friendly and well informed manner. We covered everything on the tour as well as some additional treats! Highly recommended!”
“Francisco was very accommodating. We told him what we wanted to accomplish in the tour and he got it. The tour was long but it was comfortable spending time with him. He was knowledgeable and insightful our conversations were interesting. It was better than just a tour it was the entire trip to Sintra with him.”
“Francisco is the consummate professional. My wife and I had him to ourselves for two full days, one touring Sintra, Cascais and some highlights in Lisbon and a second, taking the coast route from Lisbon to Porto with stops in an ancient village within a castle complex, a beautiful fishing/seaside village and a university town. Having grown up in Portugal, he’s completely knowledgeable about history, culture, Portuguese food and politics. He drives a very comfortable Mercedes and never fails with interesting insights. Plus…he’s a lot of fun. Highly recommend for anyone interested in a customized, private tour experience.”
“Francisco is a highly recommendable guide in every respect. He is extremely competent as a guide, able to explain things in their context, but also very kind as a person. He was very flexible regarding my wishes and organized a visit I will not forget. I definitely enjoyed the day with him and recommend him also for highly demanding customers.”
“Francisco was amazing. Native to Lisbon, perfect English, expert at navigating the city even though there were 3 cruise ships in town and also a marathon race. Very comfortable car. Bravo! Highly recommend.”
“Francisco is a gentleman and an historian and a great shopper! We loved our day with him and have just finished his gift to us of Pasteis. He made sure we got the best ones Lisbon has to offer. And they were a delicious end to a great day”
“Excellent tour by luxury MB van and Francisco was a very pleasant, patient and knowledgeable guide. He really went above and beyond for us! The towns of Obidos, Nazare and Aveiro were thoroughly enjoyed and he recommended restaurants, pastry shops and specialty shops in these towns for us to experience. He also recommended things to see when we got to Porto. A wonderful day! Thank you:)”
“Francisco was great. Gave us some good recommendations on what to see and how to navigate the crowds. Turned out to be our favourite tour of our trip. He was very knowledgeable and did a great job of keeping the day interesting without it feeling overwhelming. He recommended a luncheon place that turned out to be the best meal of the trip. No language issues. Nice vehicle for the four of us.”
“Very knowledgeable and put together a good itinerary. Good car and driver. Great recommendations for food. Very clear speaker. Made for a wonderful day. His English was excellent.”
“My wife and I had an incredible experience with Francisco. We spent an entire day with him touring Sintra and the surrounding areas. He is professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about the history, art, and geography. In addition, he is flexible and goes out of his way to make sure you are enjoying the trip. I would highly recommend Francisco for any private tour he provides.”
“Great trip, he was flexible to our schedule and last minute changes. The car was very clean and comfortable.
I would not hesitate to use again!”
“Highly recommend tour with Francisco. He was very knowledgeable, had great recommendations for our group, took us to the best coffee/pastry shops and we had a great time touring the castle at Sintra and shopping at the nearby shops. This was our favorite tour on our vacation/cruise. Will definitely book another tour with Francisco the next time we are in Lisbon.”
“If I could award 10 stars I would do so. Francisco is knowledgeable. Well versed in the history of Lisbon and Portugal. Knows the city like the back of his hand. But beyond that was his kindness. On our tour of Sintra I ran into a pick pocket. Lost money, credit and bank cards. Even hearing aid batteries. Francisco jumped into action. Found an atm to replenish our cash. Went in a search of batteries. No luck there. Dropped us at our hotel. On his way home made another try at finding batteries.Success. Returned to our hotel on his own time after hours and dropped them off. Above and beyond the call of duty. A great guide and even better person.”
“Francisco was an amazing tour guide. He was professional, knowledgeable, attentive, and informative. He customized our itinerary based on our wants, introduced us to local restaurants and wineries off the main tourist routes, and flexed each day based on the changes to the weather. I would highly recommend Francisco and Week Break Tours. I will definitely be using him again on my next visit to Lisboa.”
“Francisco did an outstanding job, he was extremely knowledgeable and informative, without boring us with needless details. We accomplished everything we had asked to do, including tours, dining and shopping. We have since received additional information on how valuable the shopping information actually was, only the best. His IT background was also a plus for a 75 year old man and wife. I would strongly suggest using Francisco for virtually anything in the Lisbon region.”
“Our family of four (two tweens and two adults) had a fantastic day touring Lisbon with Francisco. He was extremely knowledgeable, answering all questions posed by both kids and adults with ease and in great detail. He was very engaging and my children loved having him explain the city in a way that resonated with them. I highly recommend Francisco for any tour he offers!”
“We had an incredible full-day private tour to Sintra with Francisco! He customized the day to suit our preferences, pacing it perfectly for a relaxed, enjoyable experience. We began with a visit to the Queen’s Castle, where the beautiful architecture and grandeur left us in awe. Next, we headed into Sintra for a delightful pastry tasting and coffee, followed by a visit to the Palácio Nacional de Sintra. Francisco also took us to Cabo da Roca for breathtaking photos before getting us into an authentic, local fish restaurant near Cascais, on the busiest day of the week. The meal was fantastic, with great service and a magical setting. We ended the day with a scenic coastal drive before returning to our hotel. Francisco’s thoughtful customization made the tour unforgettable—highly recommended!
Our second tour with Francisco was unforgettable! He drove us from Lisbon to Porto with stops in the charming town of Óbidos, where he treated me to a delicious ginjinha drink, and in Nazaré, where he shared personal childhood memories. We then continued on to Coimbra, where we explored Portugal’s oldest university and its beautiful surroundings. The final leg took us to Porto, where we visited the stunning Lello Library. Francisco’s expertise and warmth made the journey feel special. The private sedan, equipped with wi-fi, leather seats, and air conditioning, ensured a comfortable and luxurious experience. Highly recommend Francisco for an exceptional and personalized tour!
Our third day trip with Francisco was fantastic! He picked us up in Évora and drove us to Setúbal, where we explored the vibrant market and the city’s castle. Afterward, we enjoyed a delicious lunch in Arrábida and visited a local winery, where he treated us to a lovely wine tasting. The day ended with a visit to the impressive Christ statue overlooking Lisbon from the Tagus River. Francisco took amazing photos of us, capturing a special moment with Lisbon as the backdrop. His knowledge and attention to detail made the trip unforgettable. Comfortable transport and a relaxed pace ensured a perfect day! We highly recommend Francisco for a personalized, memorable experience.
“Francisco is a wonderful tour guide. He created this tour for us and made it a great day. Although there was a lot of ground to cover, we never felt rushed. Francisco is extremely knowledgeable about Portugal’s history and all the sites we saw. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with him. Extremely professional!”
“My wife and I only had a short time period to experience the sites of Lisbon and Sintra. Even with inclement weather both days our tour turned out perfectly due to our guide, Francisco. Punctual, personable, great sense of humor. Happy to accommodate on the schedule, dining preferences or your partners wish to browse souvenir shops. We have a tendency to walk through museum’s, historical sites, etc, just reading the placards with very little understanding of what we were seeing. Touring with Francisco was a revelation. His knowledge of the history of Sintra, Lisbon, and enthusiasm for Portugal in general is infectious. Rightfully so, its a magical place. Great two day tour, wonderful guide!”
“What a great day and a wonderful tour guide. Francisco was extremely professional and knowledgeable about all things Sintra and the surrounding areas (as well as Portugal’s history overall). He was able to answer any questions we had along the way. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with him so we booked him for another! We highly recommend Francisco for your tours.”
“Francisco is a wonderful tour guide! He took us on a full-day tour to the areas south of Lisbon. We are a family group of five, ages 16-53, and Francisco engaged well with everyone. The tour that he designed for us hit a wide range of interesting and fascinating places in the countryside, including a beach visit, a visit to a tile factory, and a visit to a winery. The best part of the day however was lunch, where Francisco joined us at a local seafood restaurant that had amazing food, and we (and our children) learned so much from him about Portugal and its history and culture. The tour we took with him was a very important part of what made our week in Portugal so enjoyable!”
“We had a great day with Francisco. It was so interesting to learn about Napoleon’s three attempts at conquering Portugal. All the sites we visited were very interesting for history buffs like us. Francisco also took us to a wonderful local restaurant for a great lunch.
Francisco is very friendly and flexible and we heartily recommend him.”
“We had a great time with Francisco. Highly recommend. Took the tour with my two adult sons. Francisco answered all our questions. He gave us a lot of history which is why we hire a tour guide! His van is very comfortable; he was a very safe driver. Great lunch place. He took us to a pastry shop that had wonderful pastries. Take his tour!”
“Francisco is a wonderful and very professional guide. We toured with him for 3 days and he educated us with in depth history on all of the sites (Lisbon, Evora, Tomar). Greater value comes in the form of the cultural education we had while spending time driving and eating lunch (which he took us to local favorites as well as obligatory places such as the original bakery for Pastéis de Nata). We asked so many random questions about Portugal in general which he happily answered. We came away with not just pictures, but a greater understanding of a country I woefully knew too little about. Obrigado Francisco!”
“We had a tour with Francisco on 10/13. He arrived promptly, car was very clean and accommodated the 5 of us comfortably. He was flexible with us as we didn’t know 10/13 had special significance for one of our stops – Fatima. He was able to get us to a good vantage point to watch what turn out to be a really special moment. He took us to an excellent place for lunch in what turn out to be his childhood vacation spot. Would recommend this tour and Francisco as a guide”
“We did 2 full day tours with Francisco. He was excellent on both occasions. Highly accommodating. Very knowledgeable. Extremely professional. Everything went smoothly from pick up to drop off. Tours were flexible as were meals to accommodate our preferences. There were 4 of us—- zero complaints and much praise. Definitely recommend. You will not be disappointed. Exceeded our expectations.”
“I strongly encourage you to book your tours through Francisco. Throughout the tour he was attentive, informative and professional. He was also willing to customize it to our interests. He arrived early at our hotel at a time that we chose with a high quality Mercedes vehicle excited to shows us Lisbon and its surrounding area. Our family of four (two teens) and my father-in-law have different interests and vacation preferences, but he found a way to keep everyone happy throughout the day.”
“We were very happy with the tour and Francisco was amazing. His knowledge of history and his ability to find just the right places to eat made this one of the best tours I have been on. He showed us many sites in 2 days and still had time to walk along many beaches. So far this tour has. Even the highlight of our trip”
“Our group of 7 had a great day with Francisco. He picked us up in Sintra, had an early morning tour of the Pena Palace – only do this with a guide- it’s overwhelming! We went on to visit the coast, had a delicious lunch with the locals and a stop at Cascais for a walk and to look at the beach. From the mountains to the sea it was an informative and amazing day. Highly recommend.”
“Francisco was fabulous to work with. He communicated well and was very responsive prior to us coming to Portugal. He was very prompt and had a great van for our group of 4 which was comfortable to ride in. He was flexible on our schedule and things we wanted to see. He was very knowledgeable in the history and information on the culture and life. We would not hesitate to recommend him to our closest friends and family.”
“Francisco was a great guide. Although he had some great plans for our trip, he was also able to accommodate some changes based on our suggestions. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and history of Portugal. He recommended a great restaurant for lunch which we really enjoyed. We would recommend Francisco for any of your guide plans.”
“Además de lo maravilloso de los lugares visitados, cabe destacar el profesionalismo y la excelente labor de nuestro guía Francisco, quien hizo de nuestro viaje toda una aventura por la historia y la cultura de Portugal, Fátima y todos los sitios de interés para nosotros. Mi esposo y yo estamos muy agradecidos y complacidos con la excursión contratada. Recomendamos plenamente este tour privado, que rebasó nuestras expectativas positivamente. En verdad la calidad-precio vale la pena. Nuestro guía estuvo siempre atento a nuestros deseos y explicó en detalle cada sitio histórico. Francisco muy amable, respetuoso y confiable. Sería nuestra primera opción en un próximo viaje.”
“Very interesting, the guide was very smart, patient and informative.”
“My tour guide arrived in a beautiful Mercedes hatchback to take me around to all of the sites. He was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating to all my questions. I would highly recommend this tour!”
“Excellent! Our tour guide Francisco was great and gave us very good advice on how to maximize our time without compromizing our necessities and requests”
“I highly recommend this tour especially with our guide Francisco who was very professional, knowledgeable and helpful.”
“Francisco (our guide/driver) was amazing! He was very versatile to our request for visiting only Sintra and informative regarding the tickets to purchase for the sights we wanted to visit. He started our trip off with some traditional pastries which were delicious. We enjoyed our full day tour very much.”
“This tour was perfect from the beginning to end. We visited all places planned and more . Our guide was able to accommodate all additional requests, and answer all questions”
“I highly recommend this private tour. The Convent of Christ is an amazing building in and of itself. The entire tour was relaxed and enjoyable. Our guide did a great job and it allowed us to see parts of Portugal that we would not have seen otherwise.”
“This tour was excellent. My partner had a small accident the day before, so she had a sore ankle, and our guide was patient and kind enough to go at our pace. He explained everything to us in great detail, and above all with a lot of passion and affection. Undoubtedly one of the best experiences of our visit to Portugal. 100% recommended!”
“Francisco was great and very knowledgeable about the area. Even though the waves weren’t as high as we had hoped, he still made the day fun and showed us a lot of the culture in Nazare and the seaside areas.”
“Francisco gave us an excellent tour! It was clear he knew Nazare very well and was happy to
share his knowledge with us.”
“Francisco was very knowledgeable, accommodating, and his car was immaculate. We stopped by a local cork factory, which we had not planned on, and that was our favorite part of the day.”
“Perfect day-was a perfect situation for us to spend the day sightseeing in addition to being transported north to Porto. Francisco was a lovely guide. He was prompt, knowledgeable, polite and patient. He showed us around Obidos and Nazare. Then to Fatima. We relaxed and had a beverage before the last 2 hours to Porto. We never felt rushed. Weather was spectacular. Would do it again.”
“Francisco was very knowledgeable about Sintra and Cascais and he was very flexible as to what we wanted to do with the short time we had in Sintra.”
“Francisco brought us to some amazing stops. The beaches were gorgeous and there was a good mix of historical information and sites as well. He was thoughtful and kind and let us take our time to take in the beauty of each stop. He found us a local restaurant in a fishing village where we chose our own fish for them to prepare for us. I highly recommend this tour. It was nice to get out of the city.”
“First and foremost Francisco is a superstar guide/driver. He walked with us at the stops and explained history and important points of interest. He pointed us to a seafood restaurant in Nazare. What a lunch we had. Lots of photo ops. Francisco is quite the photographer as well. Highly recommended.”
“Absolutely recommended. Professional, friendly and very reliable. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed both his service and the company. Everything went very smoothly from picking us from the airport to dropping us at the airport (at 3 in the morning)
Probably one of the best tour services we had.
For sure we recommend him and for sure we will use him again.”
My friend and I took a private tour with Week Break Tours and it was unbelievable. We had a great time and our tour guide Francisco was the best tour guide ever! I can’t rave enough about how fun and interesting this tour was. I will remember it for a lifetime!
“I thought I knew a fair bit about the Knights Templar. Turns out, not so much. That’s where Francisco really shined. On the drive out to Tomar — a quaint village northeast of Lisbon — he filled in all the gaps, especially the Templar ties to the birth of Portugal as a nation. His driving? Impeccable. Not once did we “fear for our lives” (a refreshing change, considering the rally-car experience we had with another company the very next day in Sintra). His knowledge of Portuguese history, and the role Tomar played in it, was stellar. We visited the Convent of Christ, a cathedral the Templars built – Church of Santa Maria do Olival, along with a river fort – Castelo de Almourol – they constructed (the river fort being a fabulous Geocache location to boot). Francisco even introduced us to a few authentic Portuguese dishes we never would have tried on our own. And, by pure luck, we shared the road with hundreds of motorcyclists on their annual pilgrimage to Fátima for the “Blessing of the Helmets.” A surreal, unforgettable moment. From now on, we’ll be looking for With Locals tours first. Our day with Francisco set the bar high – and after the subpar “Get Your Supposed Guide” tour, the choice feels like a no-brainer. (If only we’d booked Francisco for both days, we’d have saved ourselves some awkward moments, heart racing, white-knuckle seat-gripping and a few gray hairs.)”
“Francisco gave us an. Unforgettable experience. Far superior to what I imagined or have encountered in the past. Highly- Highly recommend touring with Francisco.”
“We knew we wanted to see Pena Palace, he gave us so much history and information about the palace. He really knows his stuff. Since we really didn’t know what else to see Francisco took us everywhere, some hidden gems, great food, wonderful desserts. He definitely did not disappoint. Highly recommend 😊 The 10 hours we spent with him flew by. Our only regret was that we didn’t get a picture with Francisco.”
“Our day was fantastic! Not only was Francisco professional, he was kind, easy to understand and full of fascinating information! We took three tours throughout our stay and he was by far our favorite and best experience. He was flexible and listened to our needs! We highly recommend!”
“Our full-day tour of Sintra with Week Break Tours was nothing short of amazing! Francisco Leitão is a fantastic guide – knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about sharing the beauty and history of Sintra. He took me to must-see spots like Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira while also revealing hidden gems away from the crowds. His storytelling brought the history of each site to life, and he made sure I had plenty of time to explore and take in the views. The tour was well-paced, comfortable, and full of great insights. Plus, exploring the surrounding areas and beaches added even more magic to the experience. If you want a stress-free, enriching adventure in Sintra and beyond, I highly recommend booking with Francisco and Week Break Tours!”
“We toured with Francisco a year ago, and had such a great time, we sought him out again this year. He did not disappoint. Very nice guy and a great tour guide. We’ll be back again.”
“Our tour guide Francisco was amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable, professional and helpful. He shared so much information about the area, the palaces and the inhabitants of various buildings we visited. He helped us set up a doable itinerary, where we saw three sites (Pena Palace, The National Palace, and Monserrate Palace) had a wonderful lunch, and stopped for delicious coffee/pastry. At the end of the say he even remembered that we wanted to pick up gifts for our moms and took us to a beautiful shop to purchase the perfect gifts! Francisco was also in communication prior to our tour day which had to be changed due to the shutdown of the monuments and he made that a seamless and easy experience. Book with Francisco you will have a wonderful day!”
“This personal tour was excellent. My daughter and I arrived in Lisbon via transatlantic cruise. We were pleasantly greeted just steps from the ship. In 8 hours we were able to cover all the major points of interest with terrific background information provided by our host. My daughter and I had a wonderful and relaxing time and are so happy we chose this private tour over those advertised by the cruise tour operator.”
