13 days in Porto, Lisbon & Seville Itinerary

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Capela das Almas and Old Cathedral of Coimbra (Se Velha de Coimbra). You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Sameiro Sanctuary and Se de Braga. Get out of town with these interesting Porto side-trips: Guimaraes (Citania de Briteiros, Largo da Oliveira, &more), Coimbra (Igreja e Mosteiro da Santa Cruz & Torre da Universidade de Coimbra) and Castelo de Montemor o Velho (in Montemor-o-Velho). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santuario Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, examine the collection at FC Porto Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja dos Carmelitas, and appreciate the history behind Monumento aos Herois da Guerra Peninsular.

For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Porto trip planner.

Edmonton, Canada to Porto is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Edmonton to Porto is 7 hours. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Edmonton in October; daily highs in Porto reach 26°C and lows reach 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can fly to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and Capela dos Ossos. Popular historic sites such as Castelo de S. Jorge and Castelo dos Mouros are in your itinerary. Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Batalha Monastery (in Batalha), Monastery of Alcobaca (in Alcobaca) and Castelo de Leiria (in Leiria). Next up on the itinerary: get to know the fascinating history of Centro Historico de Evora, admire the striking features of Igreja de Sao Roque, take in the views from Ponte 25 de Abril, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Igreja de Sao Domingos (Santa Justa e Rufina).

For more things to do, photos, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Lisbon day trip planning app.

Getting from Porto to Lisbon by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Lisbon can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Seville.

A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.

Get some historical perspective at Plaza de España and Catedral de Sevilla. Step off the beaten path and head to Museo Palacio de la Condesa de Lebrija and Iglesia de la Magdalena. And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Royal Alcázar of Seville, appreciate the extensive heritage of Plaza del Triunfo, gain insight at Royal Tobacco Factory, and see where the action happens at Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla.

For maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Seville sightseeing planner.

Getting from Lisbon to Seville by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Lisbon to Seville, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In October, daytime highs in Seville are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Sun) to allow time for the flight back home.