How many days do you need in Lisbon, Porto, Lagos & Sintra?
- Most travelers spend 9-10 days in Lisbon, Porto, Lagos, and Sintra combined
- With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extension is Évora
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Porto, Lagos & Sintra
Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Gourmet Food Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon & Fado Dinner | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sintra via Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Porto, City Tour & Port Tasting | Porto |
| Day 5 | Mountain Biking in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 6 | Self-Guided Exploration of Porto & Northern Portugal | Porto |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Lagos & the Algarve | Lagos |
| Day 8 | Explore Lagos & the Greater Algarve Region | Lagos |
| Day 9 | Return to Lisbon, Depart |
Forget timetables and logistics—on this nine-day itinerary, you can sit back and focus on the beauty of Portugal's cities, countryside, and coast. With a private driver to whisk you between locations, you'll get lost in Lisbon's authentic alleys, spend a night among the romantic palaces of Sintra, tour Porto's riverside wine cellars, escape to the cork forests of Peneda-Gerês, and finish up on the golden beaches of the Algarve. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Foodie Walking Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon, Fado Dinner | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Porto via Tomar | Porto |
| Day 5 | Half-Day Tour of Porto, Evening Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to the Douro Valley | Porto |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Lagos | Lagos |
| Days 8-9 | Explore Lagos & the Algarve Region | Lagos |
| Day 10 | Return to Lisbon, Depart | Lisbon |
Experience three of Portugal's most iconic destinations on this 10-day trip, starting in Lisbon, where you'll tour ancient ruins, cobbled streets, and a UNESCO-listed village in the forested hills. Next, head north to Porto—famous for wine production and colorful architecture along the Douro River. The hardest decisions fall at the end, where you can choose between spectacular beaches and whitewashed villages in the Algarve. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Évora
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Foodie Walking Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Guided Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Porto via Coimbra | Porto |
| Day 5 | Half-Day Tour of Porto, Evening Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 6 | Pick Up Rental Car, Drive to Évora, Private Tour | Évora |
| Day 7 | Explore the Alentejo | Évora |
| Day 8 | Drive to Lagos, Explore the Algarve | Lagos |
| Day 9 | Explore Lagos & the Algarve | Lagos |
| Day 10 | Return Train to Lisbon, Depart |
See the highlights of Portugal's cities, beaches, and gorgeous towns on this fantastic itinerary that takes you through the country's must-see gems. Explore the urban centers of Lisbon and Porto with the help of experts, in-the-know-locals, and unique opportunities to see—and taste!—the incredible vibrancy of Portugal. You'll also visit tiny villages, imposing palaces, and picturesque beach towns off the beaten path. This trip plan is an excellent option if it's your first time in the country! Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Évora, Salema, Nazaré & the Douro Valley
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Foodie Walking Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon, Fado Dinner | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sintra, Explore | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Nazaré via Alcobaça | Nazaré |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Porto via Coimbra | Porto |
| Day 6 | Half-Day Tour of Porto, Evening Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 7 | Transfer to the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 8 | Free Day in the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Évora, Explore | Évora |
| Day 10 | Private Tour of Évora | Évora |
| Day 11 | Explore Évora & the Alentejo | Évora |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Salema, Explore | Salema |
| Day 13 | Explore the Algarve | Lagos |
| Day 14 | Return to Lisbon, Depart |
This exciting two-week itinerary combines cosmopolitan cities, medieval architecture, and spectacular beaches for a Portuguese trip of a lifetime. After exploring Lisbon with a local guide, you'll stay in the fairy tale village of Sintra and the surf town of Nazaré. Then work your way north to UNESCO-listed Porto and its nearby wine region before heading to the university town of Évora. End the trip in pure bliss with some beach time in the western Algarve. Read more
How to travel between Lisbon, Porto, Lagos & Sintra
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. 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 Lagos
The port town of Lagos is located 187 miles (301 km) from Portugal's capital city of Lisbon. There are multiple ways to get between the cities, and each takes approximately four hours. Read more
How to get to Sintra
The hilly resort town of Sintra is a very popular day trip from Lisbon. It is home to many 19th and 20th-century villas and palaces, including the Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, as well as a Moorish fortress known as the Castelo dos Mouros. Read more
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