How to Elope in Portugal

From the first conversation to the day itself, our local team is by your side.

The Elope in Portugal team attending to flowers and capturing the bride’s preparations before her elopement.

Your elopement, step by step

Planning an elopement in Portugal begins with a few key decisions: your ceremony, your setting, who will join you and how you want to spend the day. Here, we guide you through those choices, explain how we work and help you understand what to expect before booking.

Designed Around Your Story

Your preferred setting, the people joining you and the atmosphere you want help shape the celebration. We consider each choice together, from the ceremony to the moments that follow.

From preparations to the celebration

A glimpse into elopements we have planned in Portugal: getting ready, exchanging vows and enjoying time together afterwards.

Settings, details and services are chosen around your preferences. We take care of planning and coordinating the day.

Complete Your Experience

Choose additional services and experiences to suit your plans, from film and live music to private transport and time discovering Portugal.

Elopement Film

Capture the movement, voices and atmosphere of your day, with a film style chosen to suit you.

Live Music

Portuguese guitar, harp or an acoustic performance to accompany your ceremony, toast or dinner.

Wine Experiences

Discover local wines through a private tasting or a vineyard visit as part of your stay.

Bridal Hair & Make-up

Professional hair styling and make-up, planned around your preferences and preparation schedule.

Private Transport

Chauffeur-driven journeys between your accommodation, ceremony and photography locations.

Personal & Portuguese Details

Local craftsmanship, personalised keepsakes or a thoughtful detail with significance for you.

Available by arrangement and subject to availability. Your proposal will specify what is included and any additional costs.

How Booking Works

Your Proposal

Your personalised proposal sets out the agreed services, optional additions and total cost.

Confirm Your Booking

Your booking is confirmed once the agreement is signed and the reservation payment is received. Detailed planning and partner coordination then begin.

Your Payment Schedule

The remaining payments follow the schedule set out in your agreement.

A Few Questions Before You Begin

Can we plan everything from abroad?

Yes. Meetings can take place online, and our Portugal-based team coordinates the local arrangements. Detailed planning begins after your agreement is signed and the reservation payment is received.

Can we bring family and friends?

Yes. We plan celebrations for the couple alone or with up to 30 guests. The published experience prices are for the couple; any additional arrangements for guests are detailed in your proposal.

What if the weather changes?

We agree alternatives during planning, according to the spaces and shelter available at your chosen location. Any changes and associated costs follow the arrangements set out in your agreement.

How do we reserve our date?

Your booking is confirmed once the agreement is signed and the reservation payment is received. Your proposal specifies its validity period, and your agreement sets out the payment schedule.

Shall We Talk About Your Elopement?

Tell us your preferred date, how many people will join you and what you have in mind for your celebration in Portugal. Our first conversation helps us understand your priorities, explain our services and gather the details for a personalised proposal.

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