How many days do you need in Lisbon, Porto, the Douro Valley & Algarve?
- Most travelers spend 10-13 days in Lisbon, Porto, Douro Valley, and Algarve combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Porto, Douro Valley, and Algarve in 7 to 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 Alentejo, Évora, and Coimbra
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Porto, the Douro Valley & Algarve
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Pick Up Rental Car & Drive to Porto | Porto |
| Day 2 | Porto Guided Walking Tour | Porto |
| Day 3 | Free Morning in Porto, Drive to the Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 4 | Discover the Douro Valley Wine Country | Douro Valley |
| Day 5 | Drive to Lisbon via Coimbra | Lisbon |
| Day 6 | Walking Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Sintra | Lisbon |
| Day 8 | Drive to the Algarve & Lagos via Setúbal | Lagos |
| Day 9 | Sea Cliffs & Caves Boat Tour | Lagos |
| Day 10 | Catamaran Sailing Cruise, Drive to Faro | Faro |
| Day 11 | Free Day in Faro | Faro |
| Day 12 | Drive to Lisboa via Évora | Lisbon |
| Day 13 | Depart Lisbon |
Hit all the Portuguese essentials on this 13-day road trip. You'll start by driving to colorful Porto and the Douro Valley. Here, your adventures will be centered on wine and history. Make your way south to Lisbon for private walking tours of the capital and day trips to the country's most famous castles. Finally, spend some days in the untamed Algarve region, known for its unmatched beaches and seaside rock formations. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including the Alentejo (Évora & Estremoz)
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival 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 | Porto |
| 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 Coimbra & the Alentejo (Évora)
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Explore | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Private Tour of Old Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra & 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, the Douro Valley & Algarve
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
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 to the Algarve
Accessing the Algarve region, in the south of Portugal, is easy via land transport from the rest of Portugal or 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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