10 days in Azores, Porto & Lisbon Itinerary
10 days in Azores, Porto & Lisbon Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal trip builder
Start: Philadelphia
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Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
— 4 nights
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Porto
— 1 night
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Lisbon
— 4 nights
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End: Philadelphia
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Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
— 4 nights
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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 in touch with nature at Caldeira das Sete Cidades and Poca Da Dona Beija. Go for a jaunt from Ponta Delgada to Furnas to see Parque Terra Nostra about 46 minutes away. There's still lots to do: explore the activities along Lagoa do Fogo, enjoy the sand and surf at Praia de Santa Barbara, identify plant and animal life at Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre, and pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao.
For more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Ponta Delgada trip builder app.
Philadelphia, USA to Ponta Delgada is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Azores Standard Time is 4 hours. When traveling from Philadelphia in May, plan for slightly colder days in Ponta Delgada, with highs around 66°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Porto.
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Porto
— 1 night
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Unvanquished City
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 12th (Sun): enjoy breathtaking views from Torre dos Clerigos, then take a stroll around Palacio da Bolsa, and then explore the activities along Douro River.
To see maps, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Porto road trip app.
You can fly from Ponta Delgada to Porto in 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 May, plan for slightly colder nights in Porto, with lows around 52°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can travel to Lisbon.
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Lisbon
— 4 nights
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City of Seven Hills
Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.Take a break from the city and head to Portugal Bike and Praia de Carcavelos. Get some cultural insight at Belém Tower and Alfama. The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, take an in-depth tour of Carmo Archaeological Museum, get a tailor-made plan with Pypas Cruises Lisbon Boat Tours, and appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos.
To find ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Lisbon online driving holiday planner.
Fly from Porto to Lisbon in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Porto in May, expect nights in Lisbon to be about the same, around 55°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Azores travel guide
Mountain Island
Composed of nine volcanic islands scattered in the Atlantic some 1,300 km (850 mi) west of continental Portugal, the Azores represent one of Europe's remotest vacation destinations. Settled sporadically over a span of several centuries, the islands in this archipelago retain much of their isolated feel, each one boasting its own distinct culture, dialect, and cuisine. Long overlooked by even the most adventurous travelers, the islands now surprise a growing number of visitors with their lavish natural beauty, good roads, and hospitable towns providing comfortable accommodations and modern amenities. Place the island of Pico at the top of your itinerary to discover Portugal's highest mountain, a picture-perfect volcanic cone rising above a landscape of World Heritage-listed vineyards.
