Cultural Immersion in Portugal

• Day 1: Visit the historic Torre de Belém and explore the Jerónimos Monastery which is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Belém neighborhood. See some of the best exhibitions at the Berardo Collection Museum which features contemporary and modern art.
• Day 2: Visit the ancient city of Évora, where a half-day is perfect to see the Roman Temple of Évora, visit the bone chapel at St. Francis Church, or explore the maze-like streets of the historic center. Eat traditional Alentejo dishes for lunch and visit the oldest university in Portugal.
• Day 3: Explore the charming city of Porto, known for its world-famous port wines. Visit the Palácio da Bolsa, the historic Stock Exchange palace, impressive Sé Do Porto Cathedral and sample wine in a traditional wine cellar.
• Day 4: Visit Lisbon's oldest and most famous district, Alfama, while walking around the twisting streets and alleys filled with trendy boutiques, small ceramic shops, and inventive restaurants. See The Castle of São Jorge and the Baixa neighborhood.
• Day 5: Journey to the university town of Coimbra, See the stunning Biblioteca Joanina which boasts exquisite Baroque decor, the old convent of Santa Clara-a-Velha or see the historic Portugal dos Pequenitos, which is a miniature park showing Portuguese architecture and history.
• Day 6: Travel to the picturesque town of Sintra to see Pena Palace, historic Quinta da Regaleira and Castle of the Moors, or explore the town center including the National Palace of Sintra.
• Day 7: Go on a walking tour of Lisbon's historic center, The Alfama neighborhood, including the charming cobblestone streets, cafes and markets at Baixa, as well as the vibrant life of Bairro Alto.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Torre de Belém (2 hours, €6)
• Jerónimos Monastery (2 hours, €12)
• Berardo Collection Museum (2 hours, Free admission)
• Évora (4 hours, €25 for transportation)
• Porto (4 hours, €20 for transportation)
• Palácio da Bolsa (2 hours, €10)
• Sé Do Porto Cathedral (1 hour, Free admission)
• Alfama (4 hours, Free)
• Coimbra (4 hours, €20 for transportation)
• Biblioteca Joanina (1 hour, €9)
• Sintra (4 hours, €4 for transportation)
• Pena Palace (2 hours, €15)
• National Palace of Sintra (1 hour, €10)

Transportation

Portugal has a robust public transportation system that includes subways, trains, and buses. Travelers must consider transport costs during the trip, for instance, it costs €3 per metro ride in Lisbon, a round trip to Évora from Lisbon will cost €25 by train and a round trip to Coimbra from Porto is €20 by train.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the beautiful beaches in Lagos or Albufeira, and the quaint fishing village of Nazare. For fewer days, you can stick to one city like Lisbon and discover its hidden neighborhoods like Graça or Mouraria, or swap out your day trip to Évora for a trip to Batalha Monastery, Óbidos, or Fátima Sanctuary.

Airports

Lisbon Airport (LIS) is located 7 km from the city center and it’s the busiest airport in Portugal, offering both international and domestic routes. Porto Airport (OPO) located 17 km from the city center serves as the second busiest airport in Portugal offering international flights.