How many days do you need in Lisbon, Porto, Évora & the Algarve?
- Most travelers spend 10-13 days in Lisbon, Porto, Évora, and Algarve combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Porto, Évora, and Algarve in 8 or 9 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 14 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Cascais, Coimbra, and Douro Valley
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Porto, Évora & the Algarve
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Food & Cultural Walk | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Explore Lisbon by Tuk-Tuk | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Porto via Aveiro, Tuk-Tuk & Boat Tour of Aveiro | Porto |
| Day 5 | Explore Porto by Vintage Car & Port Wine Tasting | Porto |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to the Douro Valley, Wine Tasting & River Cruise | Porto |
| Day 7 | Pick Up Rental Car & Drive to Évora | Évora |
| Day 8 | Drive to Lagos, Explore | Lagos |
| Day 9 | Catamaran Cruise to Benagil, Beaches of the Western Algarve | Algarve |
| Day 10 | Explore the Eastern Algarve | Algarve |
| Day 11 | Drive to Lisbon, Depart |
Portugal's gastronomy and history intertwine on this lively 11-day itinerary. A series of guided excursions and private transfers will start you off—from wine tasting in the Douro Valley to cruising the canals of Aveiro and exploring Porto by vintage car. Then it's time to switch to a rental car and head south toward the Algarve, where you'll explore spectacular beaches and charming villages at your own pace. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Porto, Afternoon Culinary Experience | Porto |
| Day 2 | Morning Private Tour of Port, Free Afternoon | Porto |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to the Douro Valley, Wine Tasting & River Cruise | Porto |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Lisbon via Coimbra | Lisbon |
| Day 5 | Lisbon by Tuk-Tuk, Food & Cultural Walk | Lisbon |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Pick Up Rental Car & Drive to Évora | Évora |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Monsaraz & the Alentejo's Medieval Villages | Évora |
| Day 9 | Drive to Lagos, Quinta Wine Tasting & Lunch | Algarve |
| Day 10 | Enjoy the Beaches of the Algarve | Algarve |
| Day 11 | Catamaran Cruise to Benagil Caves | Algarve |
| Day 12 | Drive to Lisbon, Depart |
Enjoy Portugal's cultural highlights with the generous help of gastronomy on this delicious 12-day adventure. Start in Porto for wine tasting and river cruising, then head to Lisbon to see the city by tuk-tuk and sample its best street food and snacks. After a week of guided tours and transfers, switch to a rental car for a road trip through the Alentejo to the spectacular Algarve coast—visiting hilltop villages, historic vineyards, and world-class beaches. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
15-Day Itinerary Including Coimbra & the Douro Valley
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Explore | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Private Tour of Old Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Private Tour of Sintra Castles & the Beachside Resort of Cascais | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Coimbra via Óbidos | Coimbra |
| Day 5 | Explore Coimbra | Coimbra |
| Day 6 | Transfer to the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 7 | Douro Valley Wine Tasting & Boat Ride, Transfer to Porto | Porto |
| Day 8 | Private Guided Tour of Porto with Wine Tasting | Porto |
| Day 9 | Free Day in Porto | Porto |
| Day 10 | Transfer to Évora | Évora |
| Day 11 | Private Guided Tour of Évora & Monsaraz | Évora |
| Day 12 | Transfer to the Algarve | Algarve |
| Day 13 | Guided Tour of Villages & Beaches in the Algarve | Algarve |
| Day 14 | Return to Lisbon via the Vicentina Coast | Lisbon |
| Day 15 | Depart Lisbon |
Get a complete Portuguese experience with this 15-day trip that hits the country's north, south, and west. Begin with tours of Lisbon and the fairy-tale castles of Sintra, then head north to sample the wines and flavors of Porto and the Douro Valley. Meet Portuguese history in medieval Coimbra, fortified Óbidos, and the ancient Roman city of Évora. Venture back south to the pristine coast of the Algarve to end your journey relaxing on its world-famous beaches. Read more
How to travel between Lisbon, Porto, Évora & the Algarve
How to get from Lisbon to Porto
The journey between Lisbon and Porto is 195 miles (314 km) and averages between 2.5 to 3.5 hours journey. 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
How to get from Lisbon to Évora
Traveling from Portugal's capital Lisbon to Évora, in the Alentejo region, is a distance of 83 miles (134 km). The fastest option is by bus, with frequent departures throughout the day, taking around 1.5 hours. Read more
How to get to the Algarve
Accessing the Algarve Region, in the south of Portugal, is easy via land transport from the rest of Portugal or from Spain. Its main hub is the city of Faro, the regional capital, which has its own international airport. There is another small airport in the Algarve, in Portimão, though it receives far fewer flights. Read more
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