7-Day Travel Itinerary for Portugal

• Day 1: Lisbon - Start your trip by exploring the capital city of Lisbon. Take a stroll through the historic neighborhoods of Alfama and Bairro Alto. Visit the stunning Jeronimos Monastery, the Belem Tower and watch a sunset at the São Jorge Castle. End the day with a Portuguese dinner in the Chiado district.
• Day 2: Sintra - Take a day trip to the charming Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the views of the hills and visit the palaces of Pena and Sintra, and explore the mystifying Quinta da Regaleira.
• Day 3: Porto - Visit the city of Porto, where you can cross the famous Dom Luis I Bridge, indulge in some Port wine tasting, and admire the architecture in Miguel Bombarda. Take a stroll in the picturesque Ribeira district, along with the Douro riverbank.
• Day 4: Coimbra - Visit the historic university town of Coimbra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the city's historic center including the University of Coimbra and the Biblioteca Joanina. Take a break at the Café Santa Cruz.
• Day 5: Evora and Monsaraz - Travel to the charming cities of Evora and Monsaraz. Explore the Roman Temple of Evora and the Gothic Oratory of Goncalo Pereira, along with a visit to the historic walls of Monsaraz.
• Day 6: Algarve Coast - Visit the stunning Algarve Coast, which boasts miles of beautiful beaches, amazing caves, and pristine water. Explore hidden beaches, kayak through the caves, and relax in a beach bar.
• Day 7: Alentejo Region - Visit the scenic Alentejo region. Admire the landscape and visit the historic sites of Évora and Castelo de Monsaraz. End the day with a Michelin-starred dinner at L'And Vineyards.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Jeronimos Monastery (2 hours, €10)
• Pena Palace (2 hours, €14)
• Sintra (6 hours, €20)
• Porto Wine Tasting (1 hour, €15)
• University of Coimbra (2 hours, €8)
• Algarve Coastal visit (8 hours, €40)
• L'And Vineyards dinner (3 hours, €100)

Total Estimated Costs: €207

Transportation

To get around Portugal, you can rent a car, take public transportation such as trains and buses, or travel with an organized tour. The cost of travel depends on the method of transportation and destination. Travel costs range from €5 to €50 per day, and travel time can range from 1 to 6 hours.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a trip to the beautiful Azores Islands or the Douro Valley. In addition, visit the charming cities of Braga and Guimaraes. If you have less time, focus on visiting the cities of Lisbon and Porto, and take a day trip to Sintra.

Airports

Portugal has four international airports: Lisbon Airport (LIS) is located 6 km from the city center, Porto Airport (OPO) is located 11 km from the city center, Faro Airport (FAO) is located 7 km from the city center, and Madeira Airport (FNC) is located 20 km from the city center.