Lisbon to Porto Tours

What our customers ask about Lisbon to Porto Tours

• What would be an example itinerary between Lisbon and Porto?

  A standard 6-day route begins with exploring Lisbon's landmarks for 2-3 days including stops at Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery plus an evening of traditional Fado music. The journey continues with a visit to either Sintra's grand palaces or the historic streets of Obidos on day 3. Day 4 includes travel to Porto with time to explore Coimbra's centuries-old university. The final 2 days focus on Porto's highlights from its renowned Port wine cellars to a relaxing Douro River cruise and walks through the UNESCO-recognized Ribeira district. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "Each day brought something new - from Lisbon's historic sites to Porto's wine caves the itinerary perfectly captured Portugal's essence."

• What are the most common destinations visited between Lisbon and Porto?

  The route connecting these two cities features several key stops. Travelers often visit Sintra to see the colorful Pena Palace followed by time in Óbidos with its preserved medieval walls. The path typically includes Nazaré where massive waves draw surfers and spectators, the religious center of Fátima, and Coimbra's prestigious university complex. Wine enthusiasts appreciate stops in the Douro Valley particularly in Peso da Régua and Pinhão where port wine production thrives. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Stopping in Coimbra's historic university town and spending time in the stunning Douro Valley were absolute highlights between the two major cities."

• What is the average price for a tour between Lisbon and Porto?

  Expect to pay between 1,800 USD and 4,800 USD per person with most 8-day tours averaging around 2,500 USD. Price differences reflect accommodation quality group sizes and included activities. Luxury Douro River cruises and private guided experiences command higher rates while small-group cultural tours offer more modest pricing. Most packages cover hotels local guides city-to-city transport and select meals. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "excellent value considering the quality of hotels and included experiences."

• What is the average distance covered on a Lisbon to Porto tour route?

  While the direct route spans 300 kilometers (186 miles) most tours clock 500-600 kilometers (310-372 miles) to include key destinations. The journey includes the short 30km stretch from Lisbon to Sintra followed by the picturesque National Road 222 through wine country plus detours to cultural landmarks like Óbidos Coimbra and Guimarães. A recent TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The journey between the cities offered stunning views especially along the Douro Valley where we witnessed the most beautiful landscapes of terraced vineyards."

• What is the average tour length for trips from Lisbon to Porto?

  Most journeys span 7-16 days with 10-11 days being the most common duration. Tour options vary from Scenic Luxury's comprehensive 13-day experience to G Adventures' concentrated 7-day exploration. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned "The itinerary was great and provided a perfect blend of group activities and free time to explore Portugal's iconic places."

• What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary between Lisbon and Porto?

  An 8-day journey typically starts with two to three days in Lisbon including a Sintra palace excursion. Day 4 features stops in Óbidos and Nazare followed by a day exploring Coimbra's university grounds. Days 6-7 focus on Douro Valley experiences with wine tastings and river excursions. The final two days center on Porto's historic core and famous port wine cellars. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The pace was perfect with enough time in each city to really experience the culture food and main attractions."