Travel Beyond the Obvious
Discover Portugal in a truly different way with our personalized travel planning and counseling.
Our small team of experts designs bespoke itineraries tailored to your interests, helping you experience the country authentically and sustainably.
Request a call with one or all three of us today to begin crafting your perfect journey.
Soon we’ll be launching exclusive packages to explore Portugal the Unplugged way!
The concept of Unplugging
Unplugging means stepping away from the crowds, the rushed itineraries, and the surface-level experiences that define so much of modern travel.
It’s about slowing down, traveling with locals who know the real Portugal, and creating space to truly connect with the country, its people, and its quieter rhythms.
The Portugal Unplugged team
Sérgio Costa
Sérgio is the founder of Portugal EV Tours and a true Douro Valley enthusiast. With a background in Biology and a PhD in Forensic Genetics, he combines deep scientific curiosity with a lifelong passion for the region where he grew up. He specialises in thoughtful, sustainable journeys that reveal the Douro’s landscapes, wines, and heritage in an authentic and unhurried way.
Portugal EV Tours - North of Portugal
Leonel Rodrigues
Leonel Rodrigues runs Desirable Portugal and is based in central Portugal, near Lisbon. With an intimate knowledge of the region, he creates refined experiences that blend iconic sites with lesser-known gems. Leonel is known for his warm, insightful guiding style that helps travellers feel truly connected to the heart of Portugal.
Desirable Portugal - Central Portugal
Gabriel Lima
Gabriel Lima is the founder of GL Tours and a passionate Algarve local. After more than two decades working in the south of Portugal, he turned his deep love for the region into a guiding career focused on authentic experiences. Guests consistently praise Gabriel’s knowledge, humour, and ability to reveal the real Algarve beyond the typical tourist path.
GL Tours - Southern PortugalThe real value of experiencing Portugal with true and passionate experts who show you “the art of Unplugging”.
