The 15 Best Travel Portrait Sessions

1.Porto 1/2 Day Walking Photo Tour & Portraits

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $145Our pick

Spend about three hours walking Porto with José Santos, a local guide and professional photographer. Visit São Bento Station, the Dom Luís I Bridge, Ribeira, Miradouro da Vitória, and small historic lanes while José explains the city and takes natural portraits. You receive at least 25 edited photos three days later.

“José is the best! I had so much fun during our morning together - it was truly one of my favorite parts of my trip. In addition to having some lovely photos to remember my trip - hard to come by when traveling solo! - I learned a lot about the city and country and their histories and current day from José (who answered any and all questions I had...even things seemingly random). José was really great about communicating in advance of my tour, came up with a creative solution when the weather did not want to cooperate, and was a pleasure to spend the morning with. Highly recommend if…”

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2.Tour with Pro Tokyo Photographer and take Edgy Unique Portraits

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $145

Join Tokyo photographer Deniz Demir for a private, customizable portrait session around Shinjuku and Kabukicho. You will walk between neon streets, Omoide Yokocho, and compact alleys while Deniz guides your poses and finds unusual backdrops. Choose 10 professionally retouched, high-resolution photos after the shoot. Sessions are listed at about one hour, with some descriptions allowing 1 to 2 hours.

“Knows what he’s doing. Knows where to go. Cool to talk with. Makes it easy. Book this photographer right now”

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3.Become a Dutch Art Piece Photo Shoot in Amsterdam – Single Portrait

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 10 to 20 minutes (approx.) · from $24Best value

At Museumfoto near Dam Square, photographer Peter dresses you in period costumes and guides a short portrait session inspired by Dutch art. You receive one 10x15cm print. The private experience lasts about 10 to 20 minutes, is offered in English, and works well for couples, families, and art lovers.

“Nice Amsterdam experience with great and special Pictures at the end which you can’t easily do somewhere else.”

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4.Photoshoot CDMX | Portraits | Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $107

Spend about an hour with Daniel Glez and his partner on a private Mexico City portrait session. Starting at Casa de los Azulejos, you will photograph around Bellas Artes, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and Torre Latinoamericana. Daniel guides your poses in English and delivers every captured image plus at least 25 carefully edited photos.

“Daniel and his partner made this such a fun and individual experience. Even if you’re not comfortable in front of a camera he provides great tips and guidance. The personal insights to the locations was also fantastic, really enjoyed my time on this activity and loved the photos.”

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5.AuthenticAs Star Gazing -Nightscape Portrait Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $557 per session (up to 4)

Join Simon or Emma for a private evening near Queenstown, with pickup offered and locations chosen around your interests. Learn to photograph constellations and the Moon, hear Māori stories of the southern sky, and receive portraits of your group beneath the stars. The outing lasts about two hours and suits up to four people.

“Such a special highlight of our honeymoon. Simon is so knowledgeable, we loved learning about navigating stars and Māori culture, and received incredible photos of us with the night sky. Thank you!!”

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6.Tokyo Portrait Tour with a Professional Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 1h 30m · from $83

Spend 90 minutes with an English-speaking local photographer in Shibuya and Shinjuku. You will visit favorite and lesser-known photo spots, hear brief stories about Tokyo, and receive 30 professionally edited images. Guides have included Taku, Kei, Keitaro, Takaya, Kevin, K, and Smita. Groups are limited to six.

“Very nice dealings! I can only recommend good photos!”

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7.London Portraits Tour – Receive All Photos Same Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 hour · from $175

Meet photographer Egemen near Westminster Bridge for a private one-hour portrait session around the London Eye and Big Ben. He guides your poses, helps with outfit and preparation, and sends all unedited photos the same day. You then choose 10 images per person for professional editing within one day.

“WOW! The photography experience with Egemen and photography business was truly an out of this world magical experience!! Egemen is super friendly super professional and really knows how to put a creative masterpiece together our experience was truly wonderful and I highly highly recommend him to all. If you are looking for professional wonderful photos with a true professional who makes the day extra special book Egemen straight away. Thank you again Egemen so so happy with all your work”

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8.Big Island Photographer 45 minute beach portrait sessions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $749

Meet photographer Hannah or a member of the Hawaii Family Portraits team at Old Kona Airport Beach for a private 45-minute session. You will receive more than 100 proof images within 48 hours, then choose 20 digital portraits. Groups from one person to 40 can book, with other Kona and Waikoloa beaches available by request.

“Couldn’t be more please with this experience !!! Loved loved it!!! So excited for the pictures !!! Perfect memory”

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9.Barcelona Photo Walking Tour Instagrammable Portraits

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Meet your photographer for a two-hour portrait walk through Barcelona’s best-known backdrops. You’ll get posing help at Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, Plaça Catalunya, and the Gothic Quarter. Guides named Bek, Beka, and Gabryel have been associated with the experience, which suits couples, friends, solo visitors, and anyone who wants polished holiday photos without a stiff studio session.

“This is such a must do! Beka was amazing and so kind. He was very helpful and took us to some pretty cool places. Highly recommend.”

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10.Private Photography Portraits City Activity in Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $210

Spend 90 minutes with photographer Alex creating polished portraits around Copenhagen. Visit Nyhavn and Rosenborg Castle, or choose other inner-city locations that fit the session. Pickup is available within the city center, and the private format keeps the pace relaxed and personal.

“Alex was friendly! He was affordable, he knows the city well, he had my pictures back within two days. He even recommended great restaurants and places to see!”

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11.Portraits with a Cinque Terre photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $301 per session (up to 2)

Meet photographer David for a private 30-minute portrait session in Manarola, Vernazza, Monterosso, or Riomaggiore. He adjusts the village and timing to the forecast, guides natural poses, and sends more than 220 images, including 20 edited highlights. Expect stairs, flexible meeting details, and English communication.

“We had an amazing time shooting with David. It was our honeymoon so we are so happy to have these beautiful pictures in Cinque Terre. David made the experience fun for my husband and really is talented with a camera. We had so much FUN and got GREAT pictures. Highly recommend and we are so grateful!”

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12.Lifestyle portrait photoshoot in Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $135

Meet your male Phuket photographer at the Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort, your hotel, or a nearby meeting point. Over about 90 minutes, you’ll pose at a resort or villa, nearby beaches, and possibly local streets before sunset. Bring two or three outfits. Edited digital photos arrive within 7 to 14 days.

“Maturot made this photoshoot such a memorable experience for me. He captured such eloquent photos for me at the hot spots in Patong like the beach, as well as more candid photos in the markets, the local streets, and Bangla Rd walkinRead more”

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13.Algarve: Photoshoot for couple, family, portrait

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 1 hour · from $412 per session (up to 5)

Meet photographer Maria at an agreed Algarve location for a relaxed one-hour private shoot. Choose the south coast, west coast, mountains, or another setting, then receive 40 edited photos in two to three weeks. Maria helps with posing, and English, Romanian, and Russian are available.

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14.Professional Portrait Photography Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $45

Meet photographer Jim at Independence Palace for a private Ho Chi Minh City portrait session. Walk to markets, landmarks, and lesser-known city corners while he directs your poses. You receive every raw Canon file plus 25 edited images, with food, water, and a nonalcoholic drink included.

“Our photographer Jim was very nice. Totally obliging and professional altho the afternoon sun was relentless. He ensured we were comfortable and wanted us to have many photos to choose from. When we have completed our shoot, we requested for a few portrait shots and he happily aceded without any rush for time. We had a very good time with Jim and strongly recommend this activity for those who would like to have photos taken as good memories!”

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15.Portraits in Marbella: Private Vacation Photographer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $304 per session (up to 8)

Meet your private photographer in Marbella and shape the route around your group. Shoot candid, modern portraits at Plaza de los Naranjos, the Old Town, and Alameda Park, or choose other local spots with help from the operator. Sessions last 1 to 3 hours, with edited photos delivered within five working days.

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