Cities and Seascapes, Portugal
Join this 7-day Porto to Lisbon photography workshop along Portugal’s wild Atlantic coast. Capture sunrise at Capela do Senhor da Pedra, Nazaré’s epic waves, and Baleal’s tide pools and Lisbon’s golden-hour rooftops. Perfect for seascape and urban photographers seeking untamed beauty.
September 21st - 27th, 2026
5 SPOTS LEFT
OVERVIEW
From Porto’s fiery lighthouses to Lisbon’s sunlit miradouros, this 7-day photography journey traces Portugal’s most dramatic coastline—where wild Atlantic light meets timeless human stories. We begin at Farolim de Felgueiras, capturing waves exploding against its red tower at sunset, then chase dawn’s glow on Pedra dos Gatinhos’ sculpted rocks. Each day unveils new contrasts: the tidal isolation of Capela do Senhor da Pedra, the adrenaline of Nazaré’s big-wave surfers, and the delicate sand bridges of Baleal’s tombolo at golden hour.
This workshop is a love letter to Portugal’s coastal soul. You’ll shoot Berlengas Island’s fortress ruins rising from turquoise waters, then pivot to Sintra’s misty palaces where peacocks roam through enchanted gardens. In Lisbon, we’ll frame the city’s tiled rooftops under honeyed twilight from secret viewpoints. Weather dictates our rhythm—stormy skies add drama to lighthouses, while calm days let us focus on tidal patterns and fishing boats draped in nets.
Come for the landscapes, leave with a deeper vision. Whether you’re drawn to urban geometry or raw seascapes, small-group coaching ensures you’ll master both technical skills and the art of storytelling. Portugal’s coast doesn’t just inspire photos—it demands them. Are you ready to answer?
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Included:
Transport on days of the tour
Photography instruction by Neil Arthurs
Post-production sessions/image review during our downtime
Accommodation, based on twin sharing
Breakfast & Lunch
Pick-up from Porto optional return to Porto at the end
Not Included:
Main meal/snacks
Transport to/from Lisbon
Visas (if necessary) for Portugal
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Dates = September 21st - 27th, 2026
Start/End = Porto/Lisbon
Small Group Size: Enjoy a more intimate learning experience with plenty of one-on-one time. Max Participants = 5
Fitness Level = Moderate. Some hiking, walking. Nothing intense
Flexible Itinerary: We can adapt our shooting schedule to take advantage of the best weather and lighting conditions.
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• Porto’s Lighthouse Drama: Sunrise at Farolim de Felgueiras, where waves explode against the iconic red tower.
• Chapel in the Sea: Capture Capela do Senhor da Pedra surrounded by tidal reflections at golden hour.
• Pedra dos Gatinhos: Frame dawn’s first light on serpentine rock formations.
• Nazaré’s Fury: Photograph legendary big-wave surfers or moody pier scenes.
• Baleal’s Tide Art: Shoot the tombolo’s sand bridges and jewel-like tide pools.
• Berlengas Island: Boat trip to wild Atlantic cliffs and fortress ruins.
• Lisbon’s Golden Finale: Sunset over terracotta rooftops from a secret miradouro.
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Porto
Farolim de Felgueiras
Ribeira District
Coastal Stops
Capela do Senhor da Pedra
Pedra dos Gatinhos
Nazaré
Baleal
Berlengas Island
Lisbon
Miradouro da Senhora do Monte