How many days do you need in Lisbon, Porto & Nazaré?
- Most travelers spend 8-9 days in Lisbon, Porto, and Nazaré combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Porto, and Nazaré 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, Sintra, and Coimbra
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Porto & Nazaré
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Porto, Explore & Evening Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 2 | Hiking in Peneda-Gerês National Park, Transfer to Braga | Braga |
| Day 3 | Transfer to the Town of Viana do Castelo, Explore | Viana do Castelo |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Nazaré via Aveiro | Nazaré |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Lisbon via Alcobaça & Óbidos | Lisbon |
| Day 6 | Guided Tour of Lisbon & Fado Evening | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Évora via the Alentejo Region | Évora |
| Day 8 | Transfer to Aljezur: City Exploration & Beaches | Aljezur |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Lagos via Sagres & the Algarve Coast | Lagos |
| Day 10 | Drive to Lisbon, Depart |
Escape to the coast on this gorgeous 10-day exploration that includes ample time in Porto and Lisbon and stops through charming seafaring towns with fantastic beaches, delicious fresh seafood, and dramatic coastlines. Go hiking in the unparalleled beauty of Peneda-Gerês National Park, hit the waves in the surfing hotspot of Sagres, and laze in the sand on the Instagram-worthy beaches of the Algarve. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Gourmet Food Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Free Day in Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sintra via Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Nazaré via Óbidos | Nazaré |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Porto, Explore & Visit Guimarães | Porto |
| Day 6 | Half-Day City & Evening Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 7 | Mountain Biking in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 8 | Transfer to Lisbon via Coimbra | Lisbon |
| Day 9 | Depart Lisbon |
This nine-day itinerary takes you on a scenic journey up the length of Portugal—taking in iconic highlights and some marvelous hidden corners along the way. Hop on Lisbon's traditional trams, discover the postcard-perfect villages of Sintra and Óbidos, and visit coastal Nazaré for fresh seafood and crashing Atlantic surf. After a tasting tour of Porto's incredible gastronomy, you'll head into the wilds of Peneda-Gerês National Park for a day of mountain biking before turning south to end your trip back in Lisbon. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Évora, Lagos, Sintra, Salema & 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 | Salema |
| 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 & Nazaré
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
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