In their words

Many guests write to me afterwards.

That's the impression I'm after — not that they visited Portugal, but that they spent time in it.

"Thanks again for everything; Ksenia. You are always welcome in our homes, and I will do my best to send the most kind clients your way."

Mark P. — Colorado, USA

"Thank you again for helping us enjoy and learn so much about Porto, Braga, Guimarães and the Portuguese culture and history. We are grateful — we'll reach out if any friends are coming to Portugal!"

Lise — Colorado, USA
Nia with guests on a private day in Porto
A day with guests, Porto
Nia with guests on a street in Porto
Between stops, Porto

"This is my first visit to Portugal. I place myself in your care."

Ariga — Japan, written the day we met, Porto, February 2025
Handwritten note in Japanese from Ariga, dated February 2025
Ariga's note, February 2025

"Thank you, you are wonderful at giving great information and fun stories. Thank you for your good humour and great care!"

Kent & MJ — USA
Handwritten thank-you note signed Kent and MJ
A note from Kent & MJ

"Thank you so much for sharing all your wonderful knowledge of Northern Portugal with us. More than that, we enjoyed your friendly company and interesting conversation about life and culture here in your beautiful country. Warmest wishes!"

Alice & Bob — USA
Nia with two guests tasting in a small shop in Porto
A tasting stop, Porto

"Thank you for making our tours very informative and fun!"

Bob & Sherry — New Jersey, USA
Handwritten thank-you note on an envelope, signed Bob and Sherry, New Jersey
A note from Bob & Sherry

"Nia — thank you so much for being an excellent tour guide!"

A guest — USA
Handwritten note: Nia, thank you so much for being an excellent tour guide
A note for Nia

"Thank you, we really appreciate the wonderful tour. Hope you are relaxing. Thank you for the links!"

L. — New York, USA
Nia taking a selfie with guests in front of a blue azulejo wall
A day out together

"We would love to have you tour us again when we come back!"

Carrie — Montreal, Canada
Nia with two guests at a restaurant table in Porto
Lunch, the slow way
Nia and two guests laughing over sandwiches on a street
Lunch on the road
Nia with two guests in front of a red-and-white striped house in Costa Nova
Costa Nova
Guests and Nia smiling in front of a vineyard
Among the vines
Nia with guests at a hilltop viewpoint
A stop with guests

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