Authentic experiences where guests learn something new.
From baking pastel de nata and painting traditional azulejos to shaping ceramics, surfing or discovering Portuguese wines, Hands On brings together authentic experiences led by trusted local hosts. Every experience gives guests the chance to learn, create and connect with Portugal in a meaningful way.
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Tell us about your business and we'll explore how Hands On can help create memorable experiences for your guests or clients.
Experiences worth recommending
A carefully curated portfolio of authentic Portuguese experiences where guests don't just visit — they learn a new skill, discover a local tradition or connect with the people behind it.
Learn Ceramics with Local Artisans
Shape and glaze your own piece of pottery, guided by a local ceramicist.
Learn to Make Pastel de Nata
Learn Portugal's most iconic pastry from scratch, from a local baker.
Learn Portuguese Tile Painting
Learn to hand-paint a traditional azulejo tile, with a glass of Port wine.
Learn Portuguese Cooking
Learn to cook classic Portuguese petiscos and share a full meal, drinks included.
One partner. Multiple ways to enhance the guest journey.
Whether you're welcoming hotel guests, planning itineraries or organising corporate events, Hands On helps you offer authentic experiences that go beyond traditional sightseeing.
Hotels
Help guests discover Portugal through experiences they'll genuinely remember, from simple reception recommendations to fully organised activities.
Tour Operators & DMCs
Complement your itineraries with carefully curated experiences, flexible trade conditions and dedicated support.
Corporate Events
Create memorable moments for business groups with private workshops, team-building experiences and bespoke activities.
Explore our experience portfolio
More than 700 authentic Portuguese experiences across eight categories, each one designed to help travellers discover Portugal by learning from the people who know it best.
Arts & Crafts
Ceramic workshop, Portuguese tile painting
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Food & Drinks
Wine tasting, pastel de nata workshop
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Music & Performance
Fado & sea experience
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Mind & Soul
Yoga session, sound healing
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Sports & Fitness
Surf lesson, stand-up paddle
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Photo & Video
Photography walk, old portrait photography
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Fauna & Flora
Birdwatching experience, intro to spearfishing
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Home & DIY
Intuitive perfumery, tufting
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Whether you're looking for simple guest recommendations or fully customised activities, we adapt to the way your business already operates.
Guest Recommendations
Recommend memorable local experiences whenever guests ask what to do.
- QR codes at reception
- Concierge recommendations
- Pre-arrival communications
Groups & Corporate
Private experiences for incentive trips, conferences and company retreats.
- Incentive trips
- Conferences
- Company retreats
Trade Partnerships
Flexible collaboration for DMCs, tour operators and travel agencies.
- Trade rates
- Offline catalogue
- Dedicated account support
On-Site Experiences
Bring authentic Portuguese experiences directly to your hotel or event venue.
- Wine tastings
- Cocktail workshops
- Seasonal experiences
- Private workshops
A trusted partner for authentic Portuguese experiences
We make it easy for tourism businesses to offer meaningful local experiences without adding operational complexity.
Frequently asked questions
Everything tourism partners usually ask before getting started.
We give your front desk and concierge team a curated selection of experiences to recommend - through QR codes, printed guides or pre-arrival messages - so guests can discover authentic Portuguese experiences with ease.
Yes. We offer agency rates, printed planning materials, and dedicated support, so our experiences fit naturally into the itineraries you already offer.
Absolutely. Many experiences, like wine tastings, cocktail workshops and seasonal activities, can be brought directly to your hotel or event venue.
Yes. Every partner gets dedicated account management and booking support from the first enquiry through to delivery.
Every Hands On experience teaches something - a traditional craft, a local recipe or a new creative skill, taught by trusted local artisans. Guests don't just visit Portugal; they learn something from it, with every detail handled from booking to delivery.
Let's create more memorable stays together
Tell us about your business and we'll explore the best way to help your guests discover Portugal through authentic learning experiences.
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