Portugal in 10 Days: Lisbon, Porto, Sintra, Douro & Algarve

Take the metro or Aerobus from the airport to the city center. Settle into your hotel in the Baixa or Chiado area.

Get lost in the cobblestone lanes of Lisbon's oldest neighborhood. Admire azulejo tiles, laundry lines, and river views.

Medieval fortress with the best panoramic views over Lisbon. Walk the ramparts and explore the gardens.

Try bacalhau à brás or grilled sardines at a traditional neighbourhood tasca.

Visit the imposing baroque church and enjoy views from Alfama's prettiest miradouro.

Start the day with the original custard tarts at this historic Belém bakery. Arrive early to skip the queue.

Manueline masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cloisters are breathtaking.

Iconic Lisbon landmark and symbol of the Age of Discoveries. Stroll along the Tagus waterfront.

Seafood restaurant by the river — try arroz de marisco or fish cataplana.

Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology with its undulating building. Walk along the river back to Cais do Sodré.

Breakfast at Lisbon's most famous food hall. Stalls from renowned chefs and fresh produce.

Walk the elegant streets of Chiado, visit the Gothic ruins of Carmo Convent, and stop by Bertrand, the world's oldest bookshop.

Neo-Gothic iron lift with stunning views from the upper platform.

Try a francesinha (baked sandwich with sauce) or polvo à lagareiro (octopus).

Journey through the history of Portuguese azulejo tiles from the 15th century to today, housed in a former convent.

Direct train from Rossio station (40 min). Arrive early to beat the crowds.

Sintra's most iconic palace with its colourful facade and lush hilltop gardens.

Try queijadas and travesseiros, Sintra's famous pastries, at the historic Piriquita bakery.

Mysterious palace with labyrinthine gardens, grottos, and the famous Initiation Well — a 27-metre underground inverted tower.

On the town's main square, with its iconic conical chimneys and stunning interior tilework.

Alfa Pendular high-speed train from Santa Apolónia to Porto Campanhã (2h45). Scenic views of the Portuguese interior.

Drop your bags and head to the Ribeira district, a UNESCO World Heritage waterfront. Colourful facades along the Douro.

Francesinha — Porto's iconic baked sandwich with a rich sauce — at a riverside terrace.

Walk across the iconic double-deck iron bridge designed by a disciple of Eiffel. Stunning views of both riverbanks.

Tour a port wine cellar (Sandeman, Taylor's, or Graham's) with tasting included. Learn how Portugal's most famous wine is made.

Admire the 20,000 hand-painted azulejo tiles decorating the entrance hall, depicting scenes from Portuguese history.

Climb the 240 steps of Portugal's tallest baroque tower for the best views over the city.

One of the world's most beautiful bookshops, with its red art nouveau staircase that inspired J.K. Rowling.

Renovated traditional market with fresh food stalls, cured meats, cheeses, and wine. Authentic atmosphere.

Two azulejo masterpieces with tiles covering entire facades. Portuguese art at its finest.

Guided tour of the neoclassical palace, including the breathtaking Arab Room inspired by the Alhambra.

Interior entirely covered in baroque gilded woodcarving. One of Europe's most opulent church interiors.

Traditional tripe stew that gives Porto's residents their nickname (tripeiros). Pair with vinho verde.

Romantic gardens with panoramic views over the Douro and the Atlantic. Peacocks roam freely.

Stroll to where the Douro meets the Atlantic. Seaside promenade, lighthouse, and spectacular sunset.

Drive or take the train to Pinhão (2h). The train route follows the river and is one of Europe's most scenic.

Tour a traditional wine estate. Learn about port wine production and enjoy a tasting overlooking terraced vineyards.

Regional Douro cuisine: roast kid, duck rice, or bacalhau, paired with estate wines.

Sail through UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards. Spectacular landscape at sunset.

One of the Douro's most famous viewpoints. Writer Miguel Torga called it 'an immense Douro altar'.

Fly Porto–Faro (1h) or drive from the Douro (4h30). Pick up a rental car in Faro to explore the coast.

Spectacular rock formations and sea caves near Lagos. Descend the steps to the viewing platforms.

Seafood cataplana or razor clam rice at a restaurant inside the old walled town.

Two of Europe's most photogenic beaches. Turquoise waters framed by golden cliffs.

Cobbled streets, Moorish walls, and a laid-back vibe. Seafood dinner at sunset.

Portugal's most famous sea cave with its natural skylight. Reach it by kayak, SUP, or boat from the beach.

Regularly ranked among Europe's top 10 beaches. Natural arches and crystal-clear water perfect for snorkelling.

Final Portuguese meal — charcoal-grilled fresh fish with Alentejo wine at a beachfront restaurant.

Wander the whitewashed old quarter and walk downhill to Fisherman's Beach.

Return the rental car and head to Faro Airport for your flight home.