12 days in Porto & Lisbon Itinerary

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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wine Tours & Tastings and Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral). Relax by the water at Praia de Miramar and Matosinhos Beach. Step out of Porto with an excursion to i-Dive Spirit in Mindelo--about 32 minutes away. The adventure continues: wander the streets of Ribeira do Porto, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, explore the activities along Douro River, and admire the striking features of Palacio da Bolsa.

To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Porto trip itinerary maker website.

If you are flying in from Saudi Arabia, the closest major aiport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport. In July, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Lisbon.

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

Escape the urban bustle at Praia da ursa and Praia Grande. Get some cultural insight at Belém Tower and Castelo de S. Jorge. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lisbon: Praia de Carcavelos (in Carcavelos), Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira, Castelo dos Mouros, &more) and Sado Emotion (in Troia). And it doesn't end there: visit Alfama, shop like a local with Rossio Square, explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, and take a stroll through Bairro Alto.

To see reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Lisbon online trip planner.

You can fly from Porto to Lisbon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Porto in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Lisbon, with highs around 34°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 20°C.