How many days do you need to tour Portugal?

Any Portugal travel itinerary should be a minimum of seven days long to ensure you can immerse yourself in the local culture, customs, and traditions. Those with more time can enjoy traveling further afield or staying longer in one destination to scratch beneath the surface.

Can you do Porto and Lisbon 5 days?

If you only have five days in Portugal, you can pair two major cities—Lisbon and Porto, for example—or choose one region for an in-depth experience. Explore the dreamy Algarve coast, head to the wine-famous Duoro Valley, or stick to Lisbon and its surrounds.

Is 3 days enough in Portugal?

Most cities in Europe are doable in 2- 3 days and exploring Lisbon’s highlights is possible in 3 days, quite comfortably. The best way to do this is to explore Lisbon by area, use a mix of guided walking tours and sightseeing buses – so that you don’t have to do all the driving or finding directions.

Do you need a car to get around Portugal?

Many scenic parts of Portugal are isolated from train or bus stations, so it’s necessary to have a private car to do serious touring. That way, you’re on your own, unhindered by the somewhat fickle train and bus timetables, which often limit your excursions to places close to the beaten track.

How do you drive in Portugal?

In Portugal, you drive on the right-hand side (same as the US) and overtake on the left. Undertaking (overtaking on the right) will see you hit with a 1,000 euro fine. On motorways, the middle lane is for overtaking.

Is 7 days in Lisbon too much?

Lisbon is a fantastic destination for your 1-week holiday. It is a fascinating and varied city, which combines the best aspects of a city break, beach holiday and cultural trip.

Is Porto worth visiting?

Porto is one of the most popular cities to visit in Europe right now – and for very good reason. Its stunning Old Town on the picturesque Douro River, complete with six bridges, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll find amazing Beaux Arts and Baroque churches, palaces and other buildings scattered around the city.