10 days in Azores, Porto & Lisbon Itinerary

As the busy capital of São Miguel, Ponta Delgada represents the most visited place on the island. Known for its historical buildings, the city offers 17th- and 18th-century convents and churches, as well as cobbled pedestrian streets and hidden squares.

Get a sense of the local culture at Nossa Senhora da Paz and Igreja do Santo Cristo. Step out of the city life by going to Caldeira das Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo. There's lots more to do: get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, contemplate the waterfront views at Furnas, take some stellar pictures from Boca do Inferno Viewpoint, and don't miss a visit to Portas da Cidade.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, use the Ponta Delgada itinerary site.

Newark, USA to Ponta Delgada is an approximately 11-hour combination of car and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 4 hours traveling from Newark to Ponta Delgada. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in September, and nighttime lows around 63°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can travel to Porto.

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names. Portugal's second-largest metropolis dates back to the 4th century, representing both a rich cultural past and industrial present through its architecture and style.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Torre dos Clerigos, get into the urban bustle at Palacio da Bolsa, and then explore the activities along Douro River.

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Getting from Ponta Delgada to Porto by flight takes about 4.5 hours. The time zone changes from Azores Standard Time (AZOT) to Western European Standard Time (WET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Ponta Delgada in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Porto, with lows of 56°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to travel to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

We've included these beaches for you: Praia da ursa and Guincho Beach. Get in touch with nature at Nosso Tejo and Lisbon by Boat. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, make a trip to Elevador de Santa Justa, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, and explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge.

To see traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Lisbon itinerary planner.

You can fly from Porto to Lisbon in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. When traveling from Porto in September, plan for somewhat warmer days in Lisbon, with highs around 81°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.