Affordable Porto & Lisbon

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Start your Portugal vacation in Porto, a traveler-favorite destination famous for its sweet port wine and historical center. Experience the highlights of this vibrant city at leisure as you marvel at gorgeous views of the Douro river, enjoy riverside strolls, and indulge in delicious wine. Next you'll take a scenic rail ride to Lisbon, a lively city known f...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 9 days!

What's this trip about?

    Start your Portugal vacation in Porto, a traveler-favorite destination famous for its sweet port wine and historical center. Experience the highlights of this vibrant city at leisure as you marvel at gorgeous views of the Douro river, enjoy riverside strolls, and indulge in delicious wine. Next you'll take a scenic rail ride to Lisbon, a lively city known for its traditional fado music, friendly locals, and fun nightlife. Enjoy a ride in the iconic Tram 28, admire the Torre de Belém, and take a day trip to magical Sintra.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityPorto
End CityLisbon

Destinations

Activities

  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Porto (OPO), out of Lisbon (LIS)
    • 3 nights in Porto at the Holiday Inn Express Porto City Centre, or similar
    • Standard class rail from Porto to Lisbon
    • 3 nights in Lisbon at the Holiday Inn Express Av.Liberdade, or similar Please Note: City tax of approximately €2 per person per night will need to be paid directly to the hotels in destination. Amount is subject to change. Want to upgrade your stay with 4-star hotels, airport and rail station transfers, tours, and daily breakfast? Check out our Portugal by Rail package.

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Porto

Arrive in Porto and head to your comfortable accommodations. Take a moment to relax and unpack, then head out to explore the city. A good place to start would be Cordoaria Garden. Enjoy an evening walk then finish the day with a local Portuguese dinner.

Day 2 Porto

It's your first full day on Porto vacation, so head out and explore the best of the city. Stroll around the riverside Cais da Ribeira, admire the Luís I Bridge, and marvel at cute pastel-colored houses.

Before going back to the hotel, try to get a ride on the Elevador da Ribeira, an industrial elevator providing scenic views of the area.

Day 3 Porto

Visitors often rate the Douro Valley as the best thing to do in Porto, and there are many options when it comes to exploring the area. You can simply admire the stunning scenery or enjoy wine and food tasting tours.

If you'd rather stay in the city center, then consider walking around the lively Praça da Liberdade or taking a stroll along the Foz do Douro.

Day 4 Porto - Lisbon

Depart from Porto towards Lisbon today on an included rail ride. Enjoy the scenic views before checking into your hotel, then start the second half of your Portugal vacation by tasting Pastel de Natas at a local shop. Finish the day with a walk around Parque Eduardo VII.

Day 5 Lisbon

Check out one of the most popular attractions in Lisbon today by visiting the Torre de Belém. You may also like visiting the popular St George’s Castle and Monastery of Jerónimos. Afterwards, enjoy a ride on the famous Tram 28 to get incredible views of Portugal’s capital city.

Day 6 Lisbon

Consider visiting Sintra today, which is one of the best day trips from Lisbon. This magical town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is filled with fairy tale palaces and colorful mansions. If you'd rather stay in central Lisbon, then explore the vibrant Alfama District.

Day 7 Depart Lisbon

This incredible multi-city Portugal vacation is now at an end. Collect your belonging, head to the airport, and board your flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,366
Price per day$195
Last Updated: 4/18/2024

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