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 | Arrival in Lisbon, Welcome to Lisbon, Gourmet Food Tour | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon - Optional Guided Tours, Fado Night | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | From Lisbon to Sintra - Visit Cascais & Estoril Enroute | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Sintra to Porto, Porto City Tour | Porto |
| Day 5 | Mountain Biking in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 6 | Self-Guided Exploration of Porto & Northern Portugal | Porto |
| Day 7 | Transfer from Porto to Lagos, Discover Lagos on Foot | Lagos |
| Day 8 | Explore Lagos & the Greater Algarve Region | Lagos |
| Day 9 | Lagos to Lisbon, Departure |
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 & City tour with a local | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon & Fado Dinner - Optional Guided Tours | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer from Lisbon to Porto via Tomar | Porto |
| Day 5 | Arrive in Portugal -Get to Know Porto & Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 6 | Day-Trip to Douro Valley | Porto |
| Day 7 | Transfer from Porto to Lagos | Lagos |
| Days 8-9 | Explore Lagos & the greater Algarve Region | Lagos |
| Day 10 | Transfer from Lagos to Lisbon | 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 & City tour with a local | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Explore Lisbon with a Local | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer from Lisbon to Porto via Coimbra | Porto |
| Day 5 | Arrive in Portugal -Get to Know Porto & Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Porto | Porto |
| Day 7 | Explore the Alentejo region | Évora |
| Day 8 | Travel from Évora to Lagos and explore the Algarve | Lagos |
| Day 9 | Explore Lagos & the greater Algarve Region | Lagos |
| Day 10 | Transfer from Lagos to Lisbon by Train - Depart Portugal |
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 dramatic beach towns off the beaten path. This trip plan is a wonderful 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 & City tour with a local | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon & Fado Dinner - Optional Guided Tours | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Arrival to Sintra - Guided Tour | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer from Sintra to Nazaré, via Alcobaça | Nazaré |
| Day 5 | Transfer from Nazaré to Porto via Coimbra | Porto |
| Day 6 | Arrive in Portugal -Get to Know Porto & Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 7 | Transfer from Porto to Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 8 | Free Day in Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 9 | Transfer from the Douro Valley to Évora | Évora |
| Day 10 | Transfer from Lisbon to Évora - Private Tour | Évora |
| Day 11 | Explore Évora & the Alentejo Region | Évora |
| Day 12 | Transfer from Évora to Salema | Salema |
| Day 13 | Explore the Algarve Region | Lagos |
| Day 14 | Transfer from Salema to Lisbon - Depart Portugal |
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