Italy specialist Perillo Tours will debut its first itinerary to Ireland in more than a decade and offer its first standalone Portugal trip.

Owner Steve Perillo said the operator has seen “overwhelming interest” from guests who want to visit Ireland on a guided tour, prompting Perillo to return to the country — it last operated an Ireland trip 15 years ago.

“Building off of our 80 years of operational expertise in Italy, we were able to build a memorable and immersive itinerary to Ireland, a destination equally rich in heritage,” he said.

The operator will offer Heart of Ireland, a 10-day trip that visits Dublin, Galway, Killarney and Barberstown. Travelers will visit the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin; stay in the 13th-century Barberstown Castle Hotel; take a trip to Inis Mor island off Ireland’s west coast; and explore the Ring of Kerry. 

Though Perillo already offers a Portugal and Spain itinerary, Portugal’s continued popularity led the brand to create a standalone itinerary. 

The 10-day Portugal Dreams tour will begin in Porto and end in Lisbon. Travelers will visit Obidos, Sintra and a coastal resort near Praia D’El Rey. Itinerary highlights include a Douro River sailing on a traditional Rabelo boat, a live fado performance and a trip to Evora, a Unesco World Heritage Site-listed city.

Perillo Tours has added two new 10-day itineraries to its 2026 European portfolio, expanding its reach outside of its specialty, Italy.

Perillo Tours, currently in its 80th year of operation, has been building out its 2026 portfolio as of late, including adding two new “city pair” tours in Italy, unveiled last month. The 2026 season will offer guided tours in Italy, Ireland, Greece, Spain, Hawaii, and now, Portugal.

Perillo Tours’ first standalone Portugal itinerary, Portugal Dreams: From Porto to Lisbon, is a 10-day escorted tour that features authentic, immersive activities such as a winery visit, a scenic Douro River cruise, and cultural experiences. The program includes two nights in Porto, two nights at a coastal resort near Praia D’El Rey, and three nights in Lisbon, with excursions to Óbidos, Sintra, Évora, and other UNESCO sites. Highlights include a Fado performance and a behind-the-scenes cork crafting experience.

“Portugal continues to grow in popularity, and with the interest and high guest satisfaction received from our 2025 Spain and Portugal itinerary, a standalone Portugal itinerary was a natural addition to our 2026 offerings,” said Steve Perillo, third-generation owner of Perillo Tours.

The tour operator has also added an Ireland itinerary, titled Heart of Ireland. This 10-day itinerary combines cultural, historic, and scenic highlights. The tour includes two nights in Dublin, three in Galway, two in Killarney, and a final night at the 13th-century Barberstown Castle Hotel. Highlights include an excursion to Inis Mór, a full-day exploration of the Ring of Kerry, a sheepdog demonstration, and a horse-drawn carriage ride through the countryside.

“For so many Perillo Tours guests, our trips are a way for them to experience their heritage,” said Perillo. “Over the last few years, we’ve seen an overwhelming interest from past guests in Ireland. Building off of our 80 years of operational expertise in Italy, we were able to build a memorable and immersive itinerary to Ireland, a destination equally rich in heritage.”