13 days in Portugal Itinerary

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Castelo dos Mouros and Museu Nacional do Azulejo. Get some historical perspective at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and Castelo de S. Jorge. Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Cabo da Roca (in Colares) and Quinta da Regaleira (in Sintra). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Belém Tower, explore the world behind art at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, and examine the collection at National Museum of Ancient Art.

To see reviews, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read Lisbon trip planner.

Newark, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 12-hour flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Newark to Lisbon due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Newark in November, with highs in Lisbon at 65°F and lows at 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Portimao.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes and Studio Bongard Ceramics. Visit Cape Saint Vincent and Fortaleza de Sagres for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to Olhos de Agua (Praia da Falesia & Praia dos Olhos de Água) and Praia Dona Ana (in Lagos). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Da Rocha and tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia da Marinha.

To see other places to visit, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read Portimao trip website.

Traveling by car from Lisbon to Portimao takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In November, daily temperatures in Portimao can reach 67°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Evora.

On the 15th (Thu), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana), appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Historico de Evora, contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Capela dos Ossos, then steep yourself in history at Muralhas de Evora, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja e Convento de Nossa Senhora dos Remedios. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Fri): get outside with Ranch do Novo Mundo, admire the landmark architecture of eco Palacete Palma Borralho Relogio, then delve into the distant past at Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Nossa Senhora do Espinheiro.

For traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Evora trip planning website.

Getting from Portimao to Evora by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Portimao in November, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Evora, with lows of 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to drive to Fatima.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): explore the historical opulence of Castelo de Tomar, steep yourself in history at Batalha Monastery, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monastery of Alcobaca, enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Nazare, and then make a trip to Obidos Village.

For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Fatima road trip website.

You can drive from Evora to Fatima in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 47°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Ponta Delgada.

On the 19th (Mon), take in the dramatic natural features at Caldeira das Sete Cidades and then pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja de Sao Nicolau. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre, witness a stunning natural landmark at Lagoa das Furnas, and then explore the activities along Lagoa do Fogo.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Ponta Delgada trip app.

You can fly from Fatima to Ponta Delgada in 4 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Fatima to Ponta Delgada is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Fatima in November, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 59°F in Ponta Delgada. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.