17 days in Portugal Itinerary

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

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Pego Beach and Praia da Aberta Nova. Belém Tower and Castelo de S. Jorge are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Monastery of Alcobaca (in Alcobaca), Evora (Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora), Sao Joao Evangelista Church (Evora), &more) and Praia de Melides (in Melides). There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa, and get engrossed in the history at Carmo Archaeological Museum.

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Boston, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. Traveling from Boston to Lisbon, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. June in Lisbon sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 60°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Sintra.

Surrounded by rolling hills and old mansions and castles, Sintra has become known as the first center of the European Romantic style.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Thu): kick back and relax at Praia do Tamariz and then admire the striking features of Park and National Palace of Pena. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Castelo dos Mouros.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Sintra trip planner.

Sintra is just a stone's throw from Lisbon. In June, daytime highs in Sintra are 81°F, while nighttime lows are 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Coimbra.

The university town of Coimbra exudes modern flair while embracing its roots as the medieval capital of Portugal.

For other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read our Coimbra trip planner.

You can drive from Sintra to Coimbra in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. When traveling from Sintra in June, plan for a bit cooler days in Coimbra, with highs around 75°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) to allow time to drive 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.

Visiting Matosinhos Beach and Praia do Carneiro will get you outdoors. Get a sense of the local culture at Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco and Palacio da Bolsa. There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja dos Clerigos, learn about winemaking at Ferreira Cellars, take in panoramic vistas at Torre dos Clerigos, and contemplate the waterfront views at Douro River.

For where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read our Porto online road trip planner.

You can drive from Coimbra to Porto in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 73°F in June, and nighttime lows around 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to fly to Ponta Delgada.

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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Caldeira das Sete Cidades and Jose do Canto Forest Garden. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Igreja de Sao Jose and Farol do Arnel. Change things up with these side-trips from Ponta Delgada: Oficina - Museu (in Capelas) and Mosteiros (Mosteiros Beach & Piscinas Naturais). There's lots more to do: stroll through Caldeira Velha Environmental Interpretation Centre, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, contemplate the waterfront views at Lagoa do Canario, and explore the galleries of Priolo Environmental Center.

To find maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Ponta Delgada day trip planning website.

Getting from Porto to Ponta Delgada by flight takes about 3 hours. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Porto to Ponta Delgada due to the time zone difference. In June in Ponta Delgada, expect temperatures between 70°F during the day and 61°F at night. You will have some time to spend on the 17th (Sun) before leaving for home.