Meet Our Portugal Guides

This dynamic duo brings decades of guiding experience, a deep knowledge of Portuguese traditions, and a passion for teaching to our Heart of Portugal in 12 Days tour. Let's get acquainted with Cláudia and Cristina.

Claudia Costa

Cláudia Costa

Cláudia has deep roots in Lisbon and, with a background in radio and theater, a gift for communication. When a teacher mentioned that she could put her skills and her knowledge of Portugal to work as a tour guide, she gave it a shot — and more than 20 years later, she hasn't looked back… Read more

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Cristina Duarte

Cristina excels at leading tours. She began working with Rick Steves as a local Lisbon guide in 2003 (remember our 20-day "Best of Spain & Portugal" itinerary?) and stepped up to become a lead guide for our Heart of Portugal in 12 Days tour. And when she’s not guiding a Rick Steves group… Read more