16 days in Portugal Itinerary
16 days in Portugal Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal itinerary builder
Start: Brussels
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Lagos
— 1 night
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Sagres
— 1 night
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Aljezur
— 2 nights
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Lisbon
— 1 night
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Sintra
— 1 night
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Mafra
— 1 night
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Peniche
— 1 night
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Obidos
— 1 night
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Nazare
— 2 nights
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Aveiro
— 1 night
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Pinhao
— 1 night
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Porto
— 2 nights
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End: Brussels
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Lagos — 1 night
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The allure of the beaches and the town's historical center draw visitors to Lagos, a coastal destination in the Barlavento region of the Algarve.On the 17th (Sun), enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Luz and then kick back and relax at Praia Dona Ana. Keep things going the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Ponta da Piedade, stroll through Praia do Camilo, and then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
For photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Lagos day trip app.
Brussels, Belgium to Lagos is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and bus; or drive. Traveling from Brussels to Lagos, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Brussels in July, with highs in Lagos at 34°C and lows at 23°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can go by car to Sagres.
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Sagres — 1 night
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Though the town of Sagres has roots in the Portuguese Age of Discovery, it is better known by visitors as a peaceful, rugged resort spot with great surfing beaches.Kick off your visit on the 19th (Tue): enjoy the sea views from Cape Saint Vincent, head outdoors with Praia do Beliche, and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read our Sagres day trip planner.
You can drive from Lagos to Sagres in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Sagres can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Aljezur.
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Aljezur — 2 nights
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Aljezur is a municipality in Portugal. On the 20th (Wed), enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Da Amoreira, then trot along with a tour on horseback, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Odeceixe Beach. On the 21st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Vale Figueiras Beach and then stroll through Arrifana Beach.
For where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Aljezur road trip website.
Traveling by car from Sagres to Aljezur takes an hour. In July, daily temperatures in Aljezur can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) to allow time to travel to Lisbon.
For where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Aljezur road trip website.
Traveling by car from Sagres to Aljezur takes an hour. In July, daily temperatures in Aljezur can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) to allow time to travel to Lisbon.
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Lisbon — 1 night
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Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.Start off your visit on the 22nd (Fri): step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Igreja de Sao Domingos (Santa Justa e Rufina), then make a trip to Belém Tower, and finally admire the striking features of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos.
To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Lisbon trip maker.
Traveling by car from Aljezur to Lisbon takes 3 hours. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Aljezur in July since evenings lows in Lisbon dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sintra.
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Sintra — 1 night
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Surrounded by rolling hills and old mansions and castles, Sintra has become known as the first center of the European Romantic style.On the 23rd (Sat), glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, then step into the grandiose world of Castelo dos Mouros, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Parque e Palacio de Monserrate.
To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Sintra holiday planning site.
Sintra is just a short distance from Lisbon. In July, daily temperatures in Sintra can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Mafra.
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Mafra — 1 night
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On the 24th (Sun), relax and rejuvenate at Here and Now, kick back and relax at Praia do Norte, and then appreciate the history behind Palacio Nacional de Mafra.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Mafra day trip planner.
Mafra is just a stone's throw from Sintra. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can go by car to Peniche.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Mafra day trip planner.
Mafra is just a stone's throw from Sintra. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can go by car to Peniche.
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Peniche — 1 night
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Peniche is a seaside municipality and a city in Portugal. Start off your visit on the 25th (Mon): kick back and relax at Praia da Areia Branca, then look for gifts at WATERLOST, and then stroll through Baleal Beach.
For other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Peniche trip builder website.
Traveling by car from Mafra to Peniche takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Mafra in July, expect nights in Peniche to be about the same, around 18°C, while days are slightly colder, around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Obidos.
For other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Peniche trip builder website.
Traveling by car from Mafra to Peniche takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Mafra in July, expect nights in Peniche to be about the same, around 18°C, while days are slightly colder, around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Obidos.
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Obidos — 1 night
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Striking views of the Estremadura area and a famous medieval castle gave Obidos the name of Wedding Present Town.Start off your visit on the 26th (Tue): step into the grandiose world of Castelo de Óbidos, pause for some serene contemplation at Sao Tiago Church, and then kick back and relax at Praia Foz do Arelho.
To see ratings, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Obidos trip itinerary builder tool.
Obidos is just a stone's throw from Peniche. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in July, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Nazare.
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Nazare — 2 nights
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Nazaré is a town and a municipality in subregion Oeste and Leiria District, in Portugal.It is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the Silver Coast/Costa de Prata, Portugal. Start off your visit on the 27th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Batalha Monastery, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima, and then see the interesting displays at O Milagre de Fatima - Museu Interativo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Nazare, take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Alcobaca, and then get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour.
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Drive from Obidos to Nazare in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. July in Nazare sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to drive to Aveiro.
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Drive from Obidos to Nazare in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. July in Nazare sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to drive to Aveiro.
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Aveiro — 1 night
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Aveiro is a city and a municipality in Portugal. Start off your visit on the 29th (Fri): take in the waterfront at Ria de Aveiro and then stroll through Praia da Costa Nova.
To find reviews, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Aveiro driving holiday planning website.
Drive from Nazare to Aveiro in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Pinhao.
To find reviews, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Aveiro driving holiday planning website.
Drive from Nazare to Aveiro in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Pinhao.
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Pinhao — 1 night
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On the 30th (Sat), learn about winemaking at Quinta do Vale Dona Maria, get outside with Companhia Turistica Do Douro, and then do a tasting at Quinta do Bomfim.
To see other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Pinhao travel itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Aveiro to Pinhao takes 2 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can drive to Porto.
To see other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Pinhao travel itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Aveiro to Pinhao takes 2 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can drive to Porto.
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Porto — 2 nights
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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.Start off your visit on the 31st (Sun): do a tasting at Casa Ramos Pinto, learn about winemaking at Porto Augusto's, and then examine the collection at FC Porto Museum. On the 1st (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: enjoy the sand and surf at Matosinhos Beach, then contemplate the long history of Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja do Carmo.
To see maps, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Porto planning tool.
You can drive from Pinhao to Porto in 2 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Porto can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to fly 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.
Aveiro District travel guide
Known mostly for its developed coastline, Alveiro District attracts surfers, sailors, and kayakers. The city of Alveiro, a modestly sized urban center noted for its architecture and proximity to fine beaches, features a network of navigable canals cutting through its center, inspiring frequent comparisons to Venice. Built around a shallow lagoon, the city thrives as a popular sightseeing destination and salt-processing center. Begin your tour at the lagoon, where you can watch swan-necked boats prepare to set off in search of kelp, used locally as a fertilizer. Beyond the busy city spreads a landscape of extensive salt pits, quiet country roads, and vast wetland areas best explored on guided horseback rides.
