Portugal Elopements ·
How It Works & Booking Terms
Learn how we plan elopements and intimate weddings in Portugal.
Explore our process, booking terms, and how to start your journey.
Every love story is unique, and so is every elopement. At Elope in Portugal, we design experiences that reflect your love, your style, and your dreams. From the first idea to the final detail, we guide you through every step — ensuring your day is seamless, meaningful, and unforgettable.
How Do We Plan Your Elopement?
Personalised Guidance
From your very first idea to the final “I do,” we guide you step by step. Together, we help you choose the perfect location, design a ceremony that reflects your story, and create a day that feels entirely yours. Every couple is unique, and your elopement in Portugal should be too.
Trusted Local Partners
We collaborate with a carefully selected network of local professionals, celebrants, photographers, musicians, florists, and more, who share our passion for authenticity and beauty. These trusted partners ensure your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal is crafted with care, creativity, and soul.
Stress-Free Experience
Planning from abroad can feel overwhelming, but with us, everything flows effortlessly. We take care of the logistics, timelines, and coordination, so you can focus on what truly matters: being present with each other, soaking in every moment of your elopement in Portugal.
Romantic Elopements & Intimate Weddings in Portugal
Elopement or Intimate Wedding Experience Creation in Portugal
We design and plan your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal from start to finish, creating a personalised celebration that reflects your love story and essence. Our all-inclusive experiences combine concept and planning, professional photography, floral design, bridal hair & makeup, and complete on-the-day coordination — everything you need for a stress-free, memorable destination wedding in Portugal.
Here’s what we do and what each service includes:
Concept &
Full Planning
Together, we define the style, atmosphere, and emotional tone of your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal, crafting a personalised and intentional celebration that truly reflects your love story.
Location
Scouting
We find the perfect location for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal — from hidden beaches and mountain views to vineyards and historic villages. Nearby stays include boutique hotels, rural guesthouses, glampings, eco-lodges, and heritage homes.
Plan B
Backup
A solid backup plan to ensure your elopement in Portugal runs smoothly, no matter the weather.
Trusted
Local Vendors
We connect you with trusted local professionals for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal — including a celebrant, photographer, florist, sound and equipment, private transport, and local guides for unique experiences.
Symbolic Ceremony
An experienced celebrant designs and leads your symbolic elopement or intimate wedding ceremony in Portugal, with personalised scripts, rituals, and the option of symbolic, spiritual, or themed celebrations. Multilingual celebrants (Portuguese, English, and more) make it perfect for destination weddings in Portugal.
Wedding Photography
We provide 4 hours of documentary-style photography for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal, capturing authentic moments with a discreet storytelling approach. Photos are delivered in a private online gallery.
Custom
Timeline
A personalised timeline for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal, adapted to the location, light, and natural flow of your day.
Floral
Design
Essential floral design for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal, including a custom seasonal bridal bouquet and matching groom’s boutonniere. All arrangements are crafted with care from locally sourced, fresh, and sustainable flowers, tailored to your ceremony’s style — boho, romantic, minimal, or wild.
Hair & Makeup - MUAH
A professional hair & makeup artist enhances your natural beauty for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal, creating a look tailored to your style and the vibe of the day.
Food & Wine
Experiences
Enhance your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal with private chefs or boutique catering, featuring menus inspired by local, seasonal ingredients. Optional experiences include outdoor dinners under the stars, countryside gourmet picnics, and wine or olive oil tastings with local producers.
Day-of
Coordination
Day-of coordination for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal, on-site — from setup (flowers, sound, décor) to final takedown — ensuring everything runs smoothly and stress-free.
Extra Services For Your Elopement in Portugal
Enhance your elopement in Portugal or intimate wedding with curated extras that add beauty, soul, and authenticity to your celebration. Please choose from our list of unique wedding experiences in Portugal to make your day truly unforgettable.
Videography
Emotional, cinematic films that capture the essence of your elopement, preserving every meaningful moment in motion.
Live Music
From traditional Portuguese guitar to violin, harp, or acoustic sets, elevate your ceremony or dinner with live music tailored to your vibe.
Wine Tasting Experiences
Private wine tastings in regional vineyards — a sensorial journey through Portugal’s rich wine heritage.
Floral Design & Wedding Styling
From your bouquet to complete wedding decor — soulful, nature-inspired designs that reflect your unique style.
Private Transportation for Elopements
Luxury transfers, vintage cars, scenic boat rides — custom transportation to match
your dream setting.
Cultural & Symbolic Touches
Include meaningful Portuguese details: personalised vows on azulejos (tiles), symbolic rituals, or handcrafted local elements.
Legal Support for Civil Marriage
Complete assistance with the legal documentation and formal process required for a civil wedding in Portugal, ensuring everything is valid, recognised, and stress-free.
Location Permits & Insurance
We handle legal permissions for your elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal — from public spaces to heritage sites and museums. We also assist with event insurance to keep your celebration compliant and stress-free.
Custom Wedding
Add-Ons
We’re happy to provide additional services beyond our main “Getting Married in Portugal” package, offering fully tailored solutions to match your vision and create a truly personalised elopement or intimate wedding in Portugal.
OUR PROCESS
Your elopement in Portugal should be an authentic, intimate, and unforgettable experience. To ensure our complete dedication and creativity, we follow a self-explanatory process.
A clear process for an unforgettable elopement in Portugal
Booking Terms
Our planning and coordination services start from €2,800
The initial retainer is non-refundable, but it will be deducted from the final service fee.
The remaining balance is paid in instalments, as outlined in the contract.
In case of cancellation by the couple, all payments made until that date are non-refundable.
Ready to Begin Your Elopement in Portugal?
Every love story is unique, and so is every celebration. Our elopement and intimate wedding packages in Portugal are tailored to reflect your vision, style, and chosen location.
Request a personalised quotation and discover how we can create your perfect day.
📅 Schedule a Call
Book a free consultation through our Calendly link
and start planning your elopement in Portugal today.