How many days do you need in Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Évora & the Algarve?
- Most travelers spend 13-15 days in Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Évora, and Algarve combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Évora, and Algarve in 11 or 12 days is possible, but will feel rushed
- With 16 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Douro Valley and Cascais
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Évora & the Algarve
Recommended Itinerary for 2 Weeks
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Porto, Taste of Porto - Family Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 2 | Porto for Kids, Explore Porto in the afternoon with kids, Harry Potter Library, Tile-Painting Workshop | Porto |
| Day 3 | Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 4 | Porto to Coimbra | Coimbra |
| Day 5 | Explore Coimbra, Self Guided Excursion to Schist Villages | Coimbra |
| Day 6 | Drive Coimbra to Lisbon via Mira De Aire Caves | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Guided Tuk-Tuk Tour, Afternoon Self-Exploration of Lisbon with Kids | Lisbon |
| Day 8 | Private Excursion to Sintra for Young Explorers | Lisbon |
| Day 9 | Lisbon to Évora, Self-Guided Visit to Évora | Évora |
| Day 10 | Excursion to Alentejo - Jeep Safari Through a Cork Fork & Visit to an Olive Oil Estate | Évora |
| Day 11 | Évora to Algarve, Dolphin-Watching Tour | Algarve |
| Day 12 | Algarve Beach Day | Algarve |
| Day 13 | Catamaran Cruise to Benagil & Carvoeiro w/Snorkeling & SUP | Algarve |
| Day 14 | Algarve to Lisbon, Departure |
With two weeks in Portugal, you and your family can enjoy the ultimate child-friendly trip that combines cities, countryside, and plenty of beach time. Explore the historic, vibrant cities of Lisbon and Porto, go hiking in the Peneda-Gerês National Park, and check out the fairy-tale towns of Sintra and Coimbra. Then it's time to grab a rental car and head south across the Alentejo plains to end your adventure dolphin-watching and beach-hopping on the sun-soaked Algarve coast. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
15-Day Itinerary Including Douro Valley
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Private Half-Day Tour of Old Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | Private Tour of Sintra Castles & the Lisbon Coast | Lisbon |
| Day 4 | Lisbon to Coimbra, Transfer from Lisbon to Coimbra with a Stop in Óbidos | Coimbra |
| Day 5 | Charming Coimbra | Coimbra |
| Day 6 | Coimbra to Douro Valley | Douro Valley |
| Day 7 | Douro Valley Wine Tasting Tour & 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 | Porto to Évora | Évora |
| Day 11 | Private Guided Tour of Évora & Monsaraz | Évora |
| Day 12 | Évora to Algarve | Algarve |
| Day 13 | Guided tour of Algarve Villages & Beaches | Algarve |
| Day 14 | Algarve to Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 15 | Depart Lisbon |
Get a full Portuguese experience with this 15-day tour 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, Coimbra, Porto, Évora & the Algarve
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 Porto to Coimbra
Traveling from Porto to Coimbra, 79 miles (122 km), is easy with several transport options. Going by train is the quickest way, and the bus is a runner-up, both allowing you to unwind and enjoy the scenery. 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 from 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
How to Get from Lisbon to Évora
Traveling from Portugal's capital Lisbon to Évora, in the Alentejo region, is a distance of 83 miles (134 km). The fastest option is by bus, with frequent departures throughout the day, taking around 1.5 hours. Read more