How many days do you need in Lisbon, Porto & the Douro Valley?
- Most travelers spend 8-9 days in Lisbon, Porto, and Douro Valley combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Porto, and Douro Valley in 6 or 7 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Algarve and Alentejo
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Porto & the Douro Valley
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Pick Up Rental Car, Explore | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Guided Walking Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Explore the Seaside Resort of Cascais & Castles of Sintra | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Visit the Ancient Roman City of Évora | Lisbon |
| Day 5 | Drive to Porto via Óbidos, Nazaré, Batalha, Coimbra or Aveiro | Porto |
| Day 6 | Porto Walking Tour & Wine Tasting | Porto |
| Day 7 | Discover the Wine Country of the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 8 | Drive to Lisbon, Depart |
Discover Portugal's culinary and cultural heart on this road trip through Lisbon, Porto, and the Douro Valley. Begin in the 2,000-year-old capital, whose antique buildings and local delights like pastéis de Belém make it perfect for history and food lovers alike. Head north to the colorful city of Porto, home of port wine and local pastries whose origins are as rich as their taste. Finally, explore the world's oldest demarcated wine region of the Douro Valley, which produces some of the finest table wines in Portugal. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including the Algarve & Alentejo (Évora & Estremoz)
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Explore | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Guided Walking Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Pick Up Rental Car, Drive to Óbidos | Óbidos |
| Day 5 | Drive to Porto, Free Afternoon | Porto |
| Day 6 | Drive to the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 7 | Drive to Évora via Tomar | Évora |
| Day 8 | Explore Évora | Évora |
| Day 9 | Drive to Estremoz via Arraiolos | Estremoz |
| Days 10-11 | Drive to Portimão, Explore the Alagarve | Portimão |
| Day 12 | Drive to Lagos, Beach Day | Lagos |
| Day 13 | Return to Lisbon via Comporta | Lisbon |
| Day 14 | Depart Lisbon |
Experience Portugal's beauty and romanticism in this two-week road trip that showcases the variety of the Portuguese landscape, from the city to villages and beaches. You'll experience the art and culture of Lisbon, see the fairy-tale town of Sintra, sip wine in Porto, and explore the wonders of Évora. Read more
15-Day Itinerary Including the Algarve
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Pick Up Rental Car, Drive to Porto | Porto |
| Day 2 | Guided Walking Tour of Porto | Porto |
| Day 3 | Hiking in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 4 | Free Morning in Porto & Drive to the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 5 | Explore the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 6 | Drive to Lisbon via Coimbra | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Guided Walking Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Sintra | Lisbon |
| Day 9 | Day Trip to Mafra & Ericeira | Lisbon |
| Day 10 | Drive to the Algarve via Setúbal | Lagos |
| Day 11 | Sea Cliffs & Caves Boat Tour | Lagos |
| Day 12 | Drive to Faro in the Algarve | Faro |
| Day 13 | Free Day | Faro |
| Day 14 | Drive to Lisbon via Évora | Lisbon |
| Day 15 | Depart Lisbon |
Road trip through some of the most beautiful places in Portugal on this exciting 15-day tour. When you land in Lisbon, drive north to Porto and the Douro Valley. Spend multiple days enjoying wine and taking in riverside views. Then, return to the capital for guided tours and side trips to castles and beaches. Finish in the wild Algarve, whose coastline is flanked by tall sea cliffs and impressive caves. Read more
15-Day Itinerary Including Alentejo (Évora)
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Food Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Azeitao & Palmela | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Free Day in Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 5 | Drive to Évora & Culinary Experience | Évora |
| Day 6 | Cork Forest Jeep Safari & Olive Oil Estate Visit | Évora |
| Day 7 | Winery Tour & Hot-Air Balloon Ride | Évora |
| Day 8 | Drive to the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 9 | Douro Valley Winery & Riverboat Ride | Douro Valley |
| Day 10 | Bike Through the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 11 | Drive to Porto, Vintage Car Tour of Porto | Porto |
| Day 12 | Private Porto Market Visit & Cooking Class | Porto |
| Day 13 | Adventure in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 14 | Drive to Lisbon via Óbidos | Lisbon |
| Day 15 | Depart Lisbon |
Taste your way through Lisbon, Évora, the Douro Valley, and Porto on this gastronomic 15-day tour of Portugal. Besides hitting up landmarks, see Lisbon's local markets and taste national delicacies. Enjoy agritourism in the Alentejo region as you visit wineries, cork farms, and olive oil estates. Ride a bike through the vineyards of the Douro Valley, then head to Porto for a private cooking class and more wine tasting. Read more
How to travel between Lisbon, Porto & the Douro Valley
How to get to the Douro Valley
The Douro Valley was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for good reason: grapevines growing on the region's idyllic hillsides produce famed table wine and port—a scene made even more beautiful by the Douro River that flows along the valley floor. Porto is the closest major hub, an hour away by car (two hours by train or bus). Expect a 3.5-hour drive from Lisbon and around five hours by bus or train. Read more
How to get from Lisbon to Porto
The journey between Lisbon and Porto is 195 miles (314 km) and averages 2.5 to 3.5 hours. There are several ways to get between the two major cities, but the most convenient and comfortable way to make the trip is via train. Read more
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