Hello, I’m João

I’m from Lisbon and I created O Tuk do João to show the city in a simple, relaxed and authentic way.

After a few years working in a different professional field, I realized that what I enjoyed most was sharing the place where I live — its neighborhoods, viewpoints, stories and small details that many visitors would otherwise miss.

João, local guide in Lisbon, next to his tuk tuk ready to welcome guests for a private tour
Waiting for you in Lisbon

Why I created O Tuk do João

The idea was never to offer standard tourist excursions.

I wanted to create a personal service where each tour is different, because each group is different.

No rehearsed speeches, no rush and no large groups.

Instead, I adapt the route to what you want to see, stopping whenever it makes sense, chatting and explaining the city calmly.


What are the tours like?

All tours are:

✔ 100% private
✔ Flexible and adapted to each group
✔ Taken at a relaxed pace
✔ Available in English · Portuguese · French · Spanish

João explaining Lisbon to guests at an Alfama viewpoint during a private tour
tours for happy people

I’ll show you Lisbon’s most emblematic places, but I also enjoy visiting less touristy areas and sharing stories that only those who live here know.


What you can expect

Guests who take a tour with me usually highlight:

• The relaxed and friendly atmosphere
• The knowledge of Lisbon and its history
• The flexibility of the route
• The feeling of having truly experienced the city

João explaining Lisbon to guests at an Alfama viewpoint during a private tour
alfama viewpoint with guests

My goal is simple:
that at the end of the tour you feel like you’ve experienced Lisbon, not just visited it.

Behind O Tuk do João is a simple idea: personal, genuine tours of Lisbon.


Real customer reviews

The reviews you can find online reflect exactly this way of working: personal, relaxed experiences tailored to each client.

👉 You can see the full reviews on the reviews page.


Planning Lisbon? Get my personal Stories of Lisbon before you arrive

The same recommendations I share with my guests before every tour — places, small details, and ways to experience Lisbon differently.

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Planning your trip to Lisbon?

Ask João directly — I’m happy to help with tours, routes and local tips.


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