8 days in Portugal Itinerary
8 days in Portugal Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal tour planner
Start: Istanbul
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Porto
— 2 nights
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Lisbon
— 5 nights
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End: Istanbul
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Unvanquished City
Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names. Portugal's second-largest metropolis dates back to the 4th century, representing both a rich cultural past and industrial present through its architecture and style.On the 11th (Thu), make a trip to Jardim da Rotunda da Boavista and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Torre dos Clerigos. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Fri): take in the local highlights with Walking tours, make a trip to Liberdade Square, then take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, and finally get into the urban bustle at Palacio da Bolsa.
For other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Porto day trip planning website.
Istanbul, Turkey to Porto is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Istanbul to Porto. Traveling from Istanbul in June, things will get a bit cooler in Porto: highs are around 26°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Lisbon.
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City of Seven Hills
Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.Venture out of the city with trips to Sintra (Sintra National Palace & Park and National Palace of Pena). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Belém Tower, observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, and take a stroll through Alfama.
To see ratings, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Lisbon trip planner.
Getting from Porto to Lisbon by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Porto in June, you will find days in Lisbon are a bit warmer (32°C), and nights are about the same (18°C). On the 18th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
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Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.
