A man walking on a wooden pathway towards the beach, carrying a bag and dressed in shorts and a white shirt, during sunset with a calm ocean in the background.

why travel with daTerra?

spoiler: you won’t regret it

how it started

We've been running trips through South America with ATAW for years, and now it's time to bring that same energy to Portugal.
Portugal is home for Diogo, and we've spent countless weekends discovering hidden beaches, mountain trails, and the kind of local spots that don't make it into travel guides. These are experiences worth sharing.
daTerra is our way of showing you the Portugal we know - not the crowded viewpoints and tourist menus, but the real thing. The swimming spots locals keep quiet about. The family restaurants where the menu is whatever's cooking that day. The waves we surf, the hiking trails we love, and the medieval villages that make Portugal unforgettable.
Small groups, authentic moments, and the kind of trip that sticks with you long after you're home.
We hope to see you on one of our trips.
Diogo & Lisa
A man and woman taking a selfie during sunset on a mountain trail, with rocky peaks and green vegetation in the background.
Three people enjoying a meal by a river, smiling for a selfie with outdoor dining setup, water and buildings visible in the background.
A young woman with long brown hair, wearing a black sweater, white denim shorts, and sneakers, smiling and standing on a cobblestone street lined with colorful flowers and white buildings with tiled roofs.
A man and woman walking down a narrow outdoor staircase in an urban area, with a bridge and cityscape in the background.

small groups, big vibes

  • Maximum 12 travellers per trip. You'll actually get to know everyone.
  • Most people join solo and leave with new friends
  • WhatsApp group chat starts before you even land - conversations flow from day one
  • We kick off every trip with a welcome dinner  to break the ice immediately

the Portugal others don't see

We are showing you our Portugal.
  • Hidden mountain pools that locals swim in, medieval villages you won't find on Google
  • Traditional tile workshops with artisans, wine tasting at family vineyards, lunch spots with no English menu
  • Routes we've driven dozens of times, with our friends and now with you
  • Us, who really want to share our home with you
A man stands on a rocky riverbank beneath a stone bridge with metal railings, surrounded by lush green trees and a house on a hillside in the background.
People surfing on the ocean near a beach with cliffs in the background and a partly cloudy blue sky.
A decorative plate with roasted chicken, potatoes, and vegetables, accompanied by a glass of wine and a cup of olives, on a table with a bowl of rice in the background.
A woman sitting on a beach at sunset, overlooking the ocean, with two open pizza boxes and a bottle of drink on a blanket nearby.

everything sorted, nothing hidden

  • The price you see is what you pay. No  surprises, no add-ons.
  • Accommodation, activities, most meals, private transport between cities        - it's all included
  • 24/7 support via WhatsApp before, during and after your trip
  • Help finding flights, sorting visas, and figuring out what to pack
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure - someone's always   there to meet you
  • Small group means flexible itinerary - if the weather's better tomorrow, we adjust
  • We speak English, Portuguese, Spanish and German fluently

real connections, lasting friendships

We're not just organising trips - we're bringing people together.
  • Many of our travellers stay in touch after the trip ends
  • Small group size means genuine connections, not surface-level chat
  • Shared experiences build bonds fast - you'll feel like old friends by day three
  • Solo travellers welcome (and honestly - that's who we are too)
  • Post-trip reunions happen organically - we've seen our groups meet up all over the world
  • The kind of trip where you're already planning the next one together
Three friends smiling and taking a selfie on a sunny street decorated with colorful flags.