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From Porto to Lisbon: A Journey Through Portugal's Gems

Andy Wirth

Andy Wirth

6 Jan 2024

Embark on a 9-day adventure through Porto, Sintra, Albufeira, and Lisbon, exploring ancient marvels, indulging in local cuisine, and soaking in the vibrant culture of Portugal.

Day 1Unveiling Porto's Hidden Treasures
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$254

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$ 14

INDULGE Porto Flats

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Jóia da Coroa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
6 - 9 min

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Porto Cathedral
Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Casa da Música
Iconic 12-floor concert hall & top floor restaurant designed by Rem Koolhaas & completed in 2005.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$50
5 - 8 min

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O Forno do Leitao do Ze
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$76
1 - 2 min

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Leitaria da Quinta do Paço
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$76
Day 2Bridges, Books, and Breathtaking Views in Porto
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$236

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$ 7

INDULGE Porto Flats

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

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Padaria Ribeiro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$48
4 - 5 min

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Livraria Lello
Lavishly designed historic book store with an art nouveau exterior & a winding wooden staircase.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$36
12 - 17 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.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Barris do Douro
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$72
7 - 10 min

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Escondidinho do Barredo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$80
Day 3Tea Gardens and Urban Oasis in Porto
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$208

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$ 14

INDULGE Porto Flats

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Rota do Chá
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$56
4 - 6 min

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Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Landscaped gardens designed in the 19th century offering fountains, paths & Douro River views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
23 - 28 min

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Parque da Cidade do Porto
City park with sports fields, sand volleyball courts, dining options & cycling & walking paths.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Mr.Binho Sushi Restaurante
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$80
1 - 2 min

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Mix Pão
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72

Budget breakdown: $2425 In total

Activities & Food:$2274
Transport:$151
Day 1Unveiling Porto's Hidden Treasures
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$324

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$ 15

Chalet Relogio Guesthouse

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 24 min

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Café Saudade
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
37 - 45 min

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National Palace of Pena
19th-century, Romanticist palace on a high rock & former monastery site, surrounded by parkland.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$70
13 - 16 min

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Quinta da Regaleira
Early 20th century-built palace & gardens with underground passages, a chapel & museum, plus events.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$50
8 - 11 min

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Tascantiga
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$76
1 - 2 min

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Piriquita II
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$76

Budget breakdown: $2425 In total

Activities & Food:$2274
Transport:$151
Day 1Unveiling Porto's Hidden Treasures
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$204

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$ 19

São Rafael Atlântico

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Alquimia
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
8 - 12 min

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Praia da Falésia
Miles of golden beach edged with red & white cliffs, plus sun beds, watersports, a restaurant & bar.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Praia de Vilamoura
Sheltered sandy beach with lively bars & restaurants, plus sun lounger & umbrella rentals.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Thai
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$76
12 - 17 min

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Social. Wines & Portuguese Small Bites (Social. Vinhos & Petiscos)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$76
Day 2Bridges, Books, and Breathtaking Views in Porto
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$200

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$ 25

São Rafael Atlântico

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Snack Bar Adiafa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$48
22 - 27 min

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Castle of Paderne
This 12th-century sandstone Berber fortress is 1 of 7 that appear on the Portuguese flag.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
22 - 27 min

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Albufeira Old Town
Elegant district of whitewashed buildings housing shops & restaurants, plus traditional plazas.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Restaurante Três Coroas
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$72
3 - 4 min

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La Locanda Dei Segreti
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$80
Day 3Tea Gardens and Urban Oasis in Porto
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$208

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$ 25

São Rafael Atlântico

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Restaurante Santa Eulália
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$56
12 - 17 min

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Praia Santa Eulália
Reached by boardwalks, this golden-sand beach backdropped by cliffs offers lifeguards & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
35 - 42 min

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Marinha Beach
Surrounded by cliffs & pit caves, this popular ocean beach is renowned for its rustic beauty.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Restaurante O Litoral
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$80
2 - 3 min

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O Pescador Benagil
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$72

Budget breakdown: $2425 In total

Activities & Food:$2274
Transport:$151
Day 1Unveiling Porto's Hidden Treasures
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$292

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$ 9

Lisbon Serviced Apartments - Palácio Camões

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Restaurante Zé dos Cornos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$52
17 - 26 min

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Castelo de S. Jorge
11th-century, hilltop Moorish castle & royal residence with palace ruins & archaeological museum.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$48
Jerónimos Monastery
Late Gothic Manueline-style monastery housing archaeology & maritime museums in its wings.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$40
6 - 9 min

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Pastéis de Belém (Fábrica dos Pastéis de Belém)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$76
7 - 10 min

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Nosolo Italia
Built on water, facing the Monument of the Discoveries, this space combines the best Pizza, Pasta & Ice Cream with a unique fresh view of the Tagus river.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$76
Day 2Bridges, Books, and Breathtaking Views in Porto
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$348

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$ 27

Lisbon Serviced Apartments - Palácio Camões

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Pateo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$48
9 - 14 min

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Oceanário de Lisboa
Modern, waterside aquarium with ocean habitats for sharks, rays, penguins & tropical fish.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$108
25 - 30 min

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Belém Tower
Landmark medieval fortified tower on tiny river island with rooftop terrace offering estuary views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$40
9 - 14 min

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À Margem
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$72
16 - 24 min

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O Careca
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$80

Budget breakdown: $2425 In total

Activities & Food:$2274
Transport:$151