10 days in Azores, Porto & Lisbon Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal trip itinerary planner
Start: Philadelphia
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Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel
— 4 nights
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Porto
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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.Get outdoors at Caldeira das Sete Cidades and Furnas. When in Ponta Delgada, make a side trip to see Parque Terra Nostra in Furnas, approximately Furnas away. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Lagoa do Fogo, pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao, tour the pleasant surroundings at Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre, and kick back and relax at Praia de Santa Barbara.
To see other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Ponta Delgada trip itinerary app.
Philadelphia, USA to Ponta Delgada is an approximately 10.5-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 little chillier days in Ponta Delgada, with highs around 66°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 58°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can catch the flight 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.Kick off your visit on the 10th (Thu): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Torre dos Clerigos, then admire the striking features of Palacio da Bolsa, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Douro River.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Porto trip maker site.
Getting from Ponta Delgada to Porto by flight takes about 3 hours. The time zone changes from Azores Standard Time to Western European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Ponta Delgada in May, Porto is little chillier at night with lows of 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to fly 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 Tours and Pypas Cruises Lisbon Boat Tours. Castelo de S. Jorge and Belém Tower are good opportunities to explore the local culture. When in Lisbon, make a side trip to see Praia de Carcavelos in Carcavelos, approximately Carcavelos away. There's still lots to do: visit Alfama, get a new perspective on things with Lisbon by Boat, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, and don't miss a visit to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco).
For more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Lisbon online journey planner.
Traveling by flight from Porto to Lisbon takes 2.5 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. On the 15th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly 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.
