Portugal in 11 Days: 3 Recommended 11-day Itineraries to Portugal

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Discover the very best of the country's mainland in this 11-day Portugal itinerary plan where you visit some of the most unique places and take in various experiences along the way. Begin in the hilly capital of Lisbon, learning about Portugal’s remarkable history of world exploration and visit the 16th century Unesco-listed Hieronymite Monastery. Then, head south to the sunny Algarve, where you’ll follow in the footsteps of Prince Henry the Navigator and explore the wild and beautiful Sagres Peninsula. Looping back north, visit the town of Évora, soaking up the atmosphere and admiring the architecture. Be awed by the beauty of the Douro River Valley, admiring the terraced vineyards that tumble down the hillsides to the river. Unmissable on any Portuguese itinerary is colorful Porto, famous for its beautiful azulejo tiles and world-class port wine. Before returning to Lisbon, visit the impressive university town of Coimbra and the charming fishing village of Nazar for a complete Portuguese experience. See all 11-day Portugal vacation packages.

This leisurely paced walking holiday is ideal for those who can’t quite be persuaded to do a proper beach holiday, but still want plenty of time to relax. With rest days every other day, you’ll have ample opportunities to stop and explore the charming villages and beaches. Your walks will take you past some of the Algarve’s most scenic stretches of coastline and through postcard perfect fishing villages like Burgau and Praia da Luz. You’ll also have some time to relax on some of the Algarve’s finest beaches, such as Praia do Amado and Praia da Barriga. On the very southwest tip of Europe at Cabo de Sao Vicente you can tour the commanding lighthouse and enjoy a rewarding drink at the cafe. There will also be plenty of time to explore the bustling town of Lagos with its intact 14th century walls, picturesque marina and serpentine cobbled alleyways. See all Algarve holiday packages.

Explore Portugal’s two most famous cities—Lisbon and Porto— before spending a few days soaking up the lush natural beauty of the Azores with this itinerary. Eat and drink your way through Lisbon with a culinary tour and visit the city’s most treasured monuments including Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Take a day trip to fairytale-esque Sintra, once a favored summer retreat for Portuguese royalty and visit the iconic Pena Palace and explore the Unesco-listed city center. Take the train to Porto where upon arrival you’ll be awestruck by the beautiful azulejos, painted tiles, that grace the São Bento train station. Perhaps visit the world-famous bookstore, Livria Lello or settle at a cafe in the bustling Ribeira district sipping port and watching the world go by. Take a short cruise through the beautiful Douro River Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and of course stop to visit a local winery along the way. Hop a flight to Ponta Delgada and finish your Portuguese odyssey with four relaxing days on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. There’s beautiful beaches, relaxing hot springs, whale-spotting and world-class hiking all at your doorstep.

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Whether you’re going to soak up the sun, indulge in food and wine or admire the history and architecture, your 11-day tours to Portugal will require a bit of planning. If arranging everything on your own sounds a bit tricky, speak to one of our expert advisors who will be happy to help you build a customized Portugal tour. Alternatively, join a suitable pre-packaged Portugal holiday for a hassle-free vacation. If you are wondering how many days should you travel in Portugal, check out our recommendations for 10 days in Portugal and 12 days in Portugal.

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