The 7 days
| Days | Stop | How |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 | Porto: Ribeira, Livraria Lello, Gaia, cellars | on foot, metro |
| 3 | Douro Valley | excursion with cruise and lunch |
| 4 | Coimbra (university, Joanina library) | train from Porto |
| 5 | Train to Lisbon, first districts | train from Coimbra |
| 6 to 7 | Lisbon and, time permitting, Sintra | metro, tram, train |
Train or car
The train avoids parking and tolls (Lisbon-Porto: 22 to 27 euros in tolls each way depending on sources, fuel excluded). Details in Lisbon from Porto by train or excursion and Porto-Coimbra. To choose between the two cities, read Porto or Lisbon. A private Porto-Lisbon transfer with stops is a third option for a group.
Where to sleep
Stay in central Porto (see where to stay in Porto) and book Lisbon early, as prices rise fast. For the one-night stop in Coimbra, choose a hotel near the station.
FAQ
Is a week enough for Porto and Lisbon? Yes for the essentials, but without the Algarve; for that see Portugal in 2 weeks.
Do I need to rent a car? No, except for the Douro Valley at your own pace.
When should I book the train? As soon as the dates are fixed: promotions go quickly.
La rédaction Porto Authority, October 2026.
