34 days in Portugal Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal trip itinerary planner
Start: San Francisco
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Obidos
— 2 nights
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Lisbon
— 6 nights
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Evora
— 2 nights
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Portimao
— 6 nights
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Porto
— 6 nights
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Funchal, Madeira
— 7 nights
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Furnas, Sao Miguel
— 4 nights
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End: San Francisco
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Obidos — 2 nights
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Wedding Present Town
Kick off your visit on the 5th (Fri): take some stellar pictures from Miradouro do Suberco, then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Nazare, and then don't miss a visit to Obidos Village. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima and then make a trip to Batalha Monastery.
To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Obidos trip planner.
San Francisco, USA to Obidos is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is 8 hours. May in Obidos sees daily highs of 70°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can go by car to Lisbon.
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To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Obidos trip planner.
San Francisco, USA to Obidos is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is 8 hours. May in Obidos sees daily highs of 70°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can go by car to Lisbon.
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Lisbon — 6 nights
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City of Seven Hills
Discover out-of-the-way places like Miradouro da Graca (Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen) and Guincho Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Lisbon side-trips: Boca do Inferno (in Cascais), Sintra (Sintra National Palace & Castelo dos Mouros) and Colares (Cabo da Roca & Adega Regional de Colares). Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Chiado, appreciate the history behind Arco do Triunfo, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and take in nature's colorful creations at Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alcantara.
For photos, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Lisbon planner.
You can drive from Obidos to Lisbon in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Lisbon are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Evora.
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For photos, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Lisbon planner.
You can drive from Obidos to Lisbon in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Lisbon are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Evora.
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Evora — 2 nights
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On the 13th (Sat), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana), then get to know the fascinating history of Centro Historico de Evora, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Capela dos Ossos. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the historical opulence of Monsaraz Castle and Walls, then examine the collection at Museu Do Barro, and then explore the ancient world of Centro Interpretativo dos Almendres.
To see more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Evora trip planner.
Drive from Lisbon to Evora in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. May in Evora sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can go by car to Portimao.
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To see more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Evora trip planner.
Drive from Lisbon to Evora in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. May in Evora sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can go by car to Portimao.
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Portimao — 6 nights
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Relax by the water at Praia Da Rocha and Praia dos Olhos de Água. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Praia da Marinha and Odeceixe Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Portimao side-trips: Museu Municipal de Olhao (in Olhao), Praia do Barril (in Tavira) and Cabanas de Tavira Beach (in Cabanas). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Carvalho Beach, don't miss a visit to Cape Saint Vincent, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and view the masterpieces at Galeria Municipal Trem.
To find more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, use the Portimao online route maker.
Getting from Evora to Portimao by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Evora in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Portimao, with lows of 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Porto.
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To find more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, use the Portimao online route maker.
Getting from Evora to Portimao by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Evora in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Portimao, with lows of 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Porto.
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Porto — 6 nights
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Unvanquished City
Step off the beaten path and head to Praia da Costa Nova and Room Escape Games. Relax by the water at Matosinhos Beach and Praia da Figueira (Figueira Beach). Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Porto: Coimbra (University of Coimbra & Igreja de Santa Cruz). There's lots more to do: indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, contemplate the long history of Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, and do a tasting at Porto Augusto's.
For reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read Porto trip maker site.
Fly from Portimao to Porto in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May, Porto is a bit cooler than Portimao - with highs of 68°F and lows of 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can fly to Funchal.
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For reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read Porto trip maker site.
Fly from Portimao to Porto in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May, Porto is a bit cooler than Portimao - with highs of 68°F and lows of 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can fly to Funchal.
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Vila Nova de Gaia, Coimbra, Praia da Costa Nova, Matosinhos Beach, Praia da Figueira (Figueira Beach)
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Funchal, Madeira — 7 nights
Explore hidden gems such as Off-Road Tours and Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte. Explore Funchal's surroundings by going to Porto Moniz (Aquario da Madeira & Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools), Canical (Praia Da Prainha & Ponta de Sao Lourenco) and Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela (in Ribeira da Janela). Spend the 31st (Wed) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. There's still lots to do: skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, take in nature's colorful creations at Municipal Gardens, make a trip to Ponta do Garajau, and do a tasting at Blandy's Wine Lodge.
For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Funchal trip website.
Traveling by flight from Porto to Funchal takes 3.5 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Porto in May since evenings lows in Funchal dip to 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to fly to Furnas.
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For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Funchal trip website.
Traveling by flight from Porto to Funchal takes 3.5 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Porto in May since evenings lows in Funchal dip to 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to fly to Furnas.
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Furnas, Sao Miguel — 4 nights
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Explore hidden gems such as Parque Terra Nostra and Plantacoes de Cha Gorreana.
For ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Furnas online trip maker.
You can fly from Funchal to Furnas in 3.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time to Azores Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Funchal in June: highs in Furnas hover around 70°F, while lows dip to 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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For ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Furnas online trip maker.
You can fly from Funchal to Furnas in 3.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time to Azores Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Funchal in June: highs in Furnas hover around 70°F, while lows dip to 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.
