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 - Culinary Excursion | Porto |
| Day 2 | Get to Know Porto - Optional Cooking Class | Porto |
| Day 3 | Day trip to Douro Valley | Porto |
| Day 4 | Travel to Nazaré via Aveiro & Coimbra | Nazaré |
| Day 5 | Travel to Lisbon via Alcobaça & Óbidos | Lisbon |
| Day 6 | Half-Day Tour of Lisbon & Fado Dinner - Optional Guided Tours | Lisbon |
| Day 7 | Explore Sintra | Sintra |
| Day 8 | Depart Lisbon |
Escape to the coast on this 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 | Arrival in Lisbon, Welcome to Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 2 | Free day in Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 3 | From Lisbon to Sintra - Visit Cascais & Estoril Enroute | Sintra |
| Day 4 | Transfer from Sintra to Nazaré, via Óbidos | Nazaré |
| Day 5 | Nazaré Free Time!, Transfer to Porto, Porto & Guimarães | Porto |
| Day 6 | Get to Know Porto & Food Tour | Porto |
| Day 7 | Mountain Biking in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 8 | Transfer from Porto to Lisbon, via Coimbra | Lisbon |
| Day 9 | Depart Lisbon |
This 9-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 & 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 & 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