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Joao Parracho Filipe Private tour guide in Lisbon - Portugal

Joao Parracho Filipe

Guide profile:

I began working in the tourism field back in 98 and, after my experience as an on site staff for an american travel agency between 99 and 2005, started guiding tours in 2007. I'm a licensed guide who owns a tour company operating throughout Portugal. I provide private transportation with an 8 seater a/c van.

My passion for history and the outdoors along with my communication skills are my best assets. If you're looking for an attentive guide and want to make the most of your time please drop a line.

I offer theme tours in Lisbon and Sintra which can be adapted to the tight schedule of your cruise and longer, tailored tours in Portugal.

Take a look at some of my tours and feel free to ask for an estimate.

Recent reviews of this tour guide:

5 stars Gary B.

My wife and I only had a one-half day to see Lisbon. Joao met us at the airport as planned and, in three hours, we felt as if we had a very good understanding of the city, its main attractions and its role Portuguese history. Joao is very informed and likable. He's easy to talk with and will do whatever necessary and reasonable to please the customer. We are extremely satisfied and highly recommend Joao to anyone that is looking for a first class tour guide.

Gary Biviano

Knoxville, TN

Tour guide services/sample itinerary:

Whether you've just landed in Lisbon and are in need of a get away from it all break or seeking for an enlighted, in-depth perspective of Templarism and secret societies, look no further as I introduce my tours.

I will happily share my knowledge and passion for Portugal's culture and nature. Let yourself be amazed with the stories you'll learn and the sites you'll discover.

Bringing you the magic and mystery of Sintra's mountain range and the best insight of Lisbon is my goal.

Ranging from walking, mini van and mountainbike, my day trips took years of preparation, selection of trails and attractions to see.

From budget walking tours to savvy van tours and tailor made trips, there's a lot to choose from!

I'm a certified tour guides by the Tourism Board and will make your trip to Portugal worthwhile by explaining tales and legends and take you to exotic places where history and tradition walk hand in hand.

Kids from 7 years old are welcome in most of our walking tours and participate free of charge except for entrance fees and public transportation charges. Children travel for free on my private tours. Child seats available upon request.

Transportation by tour guide:

Yes, transportation is provided for some of the tours. An 8 seater minivan with air conditioning is available.

Private sightseeing & group tours offered by this guide:

Discoveries Lisbon Price Per Group 330.00 Euro
Hilly Lisbon Price Per Person 30.00 Euro
Jewishly Lisbon and Portugal's Sephardic Heritage Price Per Group 300.00 Euro
Romantically Price Per Group 350.00 Euro
Secretly Sintra Price Per Group 265.00 Euro

Tour guide interests:

Military orders and the influence on shaping the western world and our institutions.

History of the discoveries, nautical intruments and cultural interactions of this era.

Research and works on Sephardic heritage, traditions and criptojudaism in Portugal.

Mountainbike tours.

Reviews of this tour – by clients who booked!

5 stars Gary B. 21 Sep 2012

My wife and I only had a one-half day to see Lisbon. Joao met us at the airport as planned and, in three hours, we felt as if we had a very good understanding of the city, its main attractions and its role Portuguese history. Joao is very informed and likable. He's easy to talk with and will do whatever necessary and reasonable to please the customer. We are extremely satisfied and highly recommend Joao to anyone that is looking for a first class tour guide.

Gary Biviano

Knoxville, TN

5 stars valerie M. 31 May 2011

Jao was an outstanding tour guide. He was very knowledgeable, a delight to spend the day with and knew all about Lisbon--what to see and do. I highly recommend him.

1 stars Veronica B. 28 Apr 2012

He broke his leg before the trip but he got us another guide

Tour guide testimonials

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Gloria Blatt 14 Aug 2011 Download
Gregory Arvoy 11 Jun 2011 Download
Peter Tufton 16 May 2011 Download

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