Portugal in 7 Days: 3 Recommended 7-day Itineraries to Portugal
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Portugal 7-day itinerary options
Want to deep dive into Portugal's culture and nature in just 7 days? Here's our pick of 7-day Portugal itinerary plans below.
Itinerary #1: The best of Portugal
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon and go on a half-day city tour | City sightseeing |
| Day 2 | See Sintra's heritage | Heritage exploration |
| Day 3 | Discover medieval towns and beaches of western Portugal | Beach days |
| Day 4 | Experience the best of Porto | City exploration |
| Day 5 | Enjoy the beautiful Douro Valley | Exploration |
| Day 6 | Uncover the history of Coimbro and Tomar | City sightseeing |
| Day 7 | Return of Lisbon for flight home |
Spending one week in Portugal does not mean that you will have to give up on the best of what the country has to offer. Ticks off the major highlights of the country during guided tours. Visit the iconic castles of Sintra, explore the historic medieval city of Porto and roam the beautiful Douro Valley. Along the way, you will see traditional whitewashed homes with bright facades and one of Europe’s oldest universities. Also included is a boat ride along the Venetian-style canals in Aveiro. See all 7-day Portugal tours.
Itinerary #2: Lisbon and Porto
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Take your first steps in Lisbon, enjoy fado walking tour | City exploration |
| Day 2 | Explore Sintra on half-day walking tour | City sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Take a train to Porto for a half-day walking tour | City sightseeing |
| Day 4 | Roam Porto in a GoCar | Exploration |
| Day 5 | Go off-roading in Douro Valley, end with cruise on Douro River | Cruise |
| Day 6 | Head to Peneda-Gerês National Park for another jeep tour | Nature exploration |
| Day 7 | Depart from Porto |
Travelers with the sense of adventure and only a short time to spend in Portugal will love this tour. Discover the best of Portugal along with your guide while also getting the adrenaline pumping. Aside from exploring the country’s two most important cities, Lisbon and Porto, you will also visit the memorable Sintra for a hike up to Pena Castle and roam the Estoril Coast. Later, drive through picturesque Douro Valley and Peneda-Gerês National Park on the back of a jeep. Experience mesmerizing culture and walking tours balanced with equal parts excitement, like a bridge climb in Porto, during this trip. See all Portugal vacation packages.
Itinerary #3: Self-drive through Portugal
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Lisbon | |
| Day 2 | Head to Castelo de Vide via UNESCO listed Evora | City sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Drive to historic Tomar and Coimbra | Road trip |
| Day 4 | Enjoy Coimbra, venture through Bussaco Forest on to Porto | City sightseeing |
| Day 5 | Rest in Porto or drive to medieval Guimaraes | Road trip |
| Day 6 | Cover Espinho and Aveiro, finish in Coimbra | City exploration |
| Day 7 | Return to Lisbon through gorgeous countryside with a stop at Sintra |
Explore Portugal at your own pace during this well-planned, seven-day, self-driving tour. Discover the country’s rich history and end each day in a cozy hotel. The itinerary focuses on arts and architecture, which Portugal holds in ample supply. Visit over a dozen cities and towns, each with their own stories to tell. These include Ovar, known for its traditional tiles called azulejos, and the medieval village of Guimaraes. With no more than three hours of driving on any given day, you will have plenty of time on foot to take in the scenery, roam the castles and explore medieval towns. Describe your ideal itinerary to us and create a customized trip to Portugal.
Planning 7-day Itinerary of Portugal
Not convinced that you can cover Portugal in a week? Think again! Seven days is a good amount of time to spend the country. If our 7-day Portugal itinerary ideas were not evidence enough, check out more of our week-long Portugal holiday packages. You can also talk to our experts to craft your own personalized Portugal holiday.
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