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✈️ Portugal Adventure

Elena Ferrero

Elena Ferrero

4 Jan 2024

Embark on an 8-day journey through Faro, Lisbon, and Porto and discover the rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture of Portugal.

Trip to Faro

Day 1Unveiling Faro's Hidden Gems
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$15

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$ 6

Cathedral of Silves
Large, historic Gothic cathedral built over a mosque, featuring red sandstone & a unique interior.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10
52 - 63 min

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Arco da Vila
Monumental neo-classical archway leading to the old town, with remains of original Moorish wall.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
Day 2Exploring the Majestic Silves Castle
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$15

Castelo de Silves
Sprawling Moorish-style sandstone castle with vaulted halls, numerous towers & sweeping views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
Day 3Immerse in Faro's Art and History
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$15

Santa Maria Cathedral
Catholic cathedral dating to the 13th century, with a small museum of religious relics & objects.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Municipal Museum of Faro
Historical convent-turned-museum featuring permanent & temporary archeological exhibitions.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $232 In total

Activities & Food:$219
Transport:$13

Trip to Lisbon

Day 1Unveiling Faro's Hidden Gems
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$37

Castelo de S. Jorge
11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$24
15 - 22 min

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Praça do Comércio
Waterside public plaza with a notable arch & statue, lined with outdoor cafes & shopping venues.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
Day 2Exploring the Majestic Silves Castle
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$54

Oceanário de Lisboa
Modern, waterside aquarium with ocean habitats for sharks, rays, penguins & tropical fish.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$54
Day 3Immerse in Faro's Art and History
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$40

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$ 5

Jerónimos Monastery
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
12 - 15 min

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Belém Tower
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $232 In total

Activities & Food:$219
Transport:$13

Trip to Porto

Day 1Unveiling Faro's Hidden Gems
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$25

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$ 4

Casa da Música
Iconic 12-floor concert hall & top floor restaurant designed by Rem Koolhaas & completed in 2005.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Porto Cathedral
Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Luís I Bridge
Arched bridge carrying low-level road & a high-level metro line between Porto & Vila Nove de Gaia.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Exploring the Majestic Silves Castle
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$18

Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Landscaped gardens designed in the 19th century offering fountains, paths & Douro River views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Livraria Lello
Lavishly designed historic book store with an art nouveau exterior & a winding wooden staircase.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $232 In total

Activities & Food:$219
Transport:$13