How many days do you need in Lisbon, Porto & Sintra?
- Most travelers spend 7-8 days in Lisbon, Porto, and Sintra combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Porto, and Sintra in 5 or 6 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Lagos, Évora, and Nazaré
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Porto & Sintra
Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Walking Foodie Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Guided Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Porto, City Tour | Porto |
| Day 5 | Day Trip to the Douro Valley | Porto |
| Day 6 | Transfer to Lisbon via Coimbra | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Depart Lisbon |
This adventure is the perfect introduction to Portugal for first-timers. Over a week, you'll explore Lisbon's exciting food and culture scene, take scenic day trips to historic villages, and walk through Porto's UNESCO-listed city center. Finish in the oldest wine region in the world before returning to Lisbon by way of the country's medieval capital: Coimbre. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including Lagos
| 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 | Lisbon |
| 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
10-Day Itinerary Including Évora
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Foodie Walking Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Pick Up Rental Car, Drive to Porto via Óbidos | Porto |
| Day 5 | Half-Day Tour of Porto, Evening Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 6 | Explore Porto & Northern Portugal | Porto |
| Day 7 | Drive to Évora, Private Tour | Évora |
| Days 8-9 | Explore Évora & the Alentejo Region | Évora |
| Day 10 | Return to Lisbon, Depart |
This road trip is ideal for those who want to experience Portugal's two biggest cities and rural countryside at a relaxed pace. After strolling around Lisbon with a guide, you'll make your way north to UNESCO-listed Porto and its nearby mountains and vineyards. Finish off in the medieval town of Évora with plenty of free time to explore the Alentejo—a vast region known for olive groves, cork production, and rustic cuisine. Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Évora, Lagos, Salema, Nazaré & the Douro Valley
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon, Foodie Walking Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon | 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 Region | Évora |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Salema, Explore | Salema |
| Day 13 | Explore the Algarve Region | 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 & Sintra
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. 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 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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