How many days do you need in Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto & Évora?
- Most travelers spend 11-14 days in Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, and Évora combined
- Visiting Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, and Évora in 9 or 10 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 15 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Algarve, Douro Valley, and Lagos
How Many Days to Spend in Portugal
Recommended Itineraries for Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto & Évora
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Porto, Foodie Experience in Porto | Porto |
| Day 2 | Private Guided Visit of Porto | Porto |
| Day 3 | Wine Tasting Experience in the Douro Valley | Porto |
| Day 4 | Explore Porto & Northern Portugal | Porto |
| Day 5 | Hiking & Cultural Excursion in Peneda-Gerês National Park | Porto |
| Day 6 | Porto to Coimbra, Private Guided Visit of Coimbra | Coimbra |
| Day 7 | Coimbra to Évora, Évora Private City Tour | Évora |
| Day 8 | Free day in Évora | Évora |
| Day 9 | Évora to Lisbon, Private Half-Day Tour of Lisbon | Lisbon |
| Day 10 | Private Excursion to Nazaré & Fátima | Lisbon |
| Day 11 | Private Day Excursion to Sintra, Cascais & Estoril | Lisbon |
| Day 12 | Other Day Trips from Lisbon, Evening of Fado | Lisbon |
| Day 13 | Depart Lisbon |
Brimming with culture, history, gastronomy, and a dash of outdoor adventure, this 13-day itinerary has something for everyone. Start in Porto for food tours, wine tasting, and day trips into Portugal's unspoiled north, then continue through Coimbra and Évora for a look at stately cities and the sweeping plains of the Alentejo. End in Lisbon to explore the capital and its surrounding countryside—home to seaside villages, fairy-tale castles, and nature parks. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including the Algarve
| 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
15-Day Itinerary Including the Douro Valley & Algarve
| 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
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 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 Coimbra
Traveling from Lisbon to Coimbra, a distance of 127 miles (205 km), is easy with various transport options. The train is the fastest way to get there and the most convenient. There is also a bus available, taking slightly more time than the train. Driving is a good option if you want more flexibility and like to go at your own pace. 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