
A 14-Day Grand Escape Through Portugal
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Day 1* – Arrival in Lisbon
Arrive in Portugal’s capital and take an evening walk through Alfama’s winding lanes. Enjoy the views from São Jorge Castle and stop for a riverside dinner.
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Day 2 – Lisbon & Sintra
Ride Tram 28 through the historic quarters, then head to Sintra for the fairytale Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, and a stroll through Quinta da Regaleira’s gardens. Return to Lisbon in the evening.
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Day 3 – To Évora
Travel inland to Évora, where you can explore its Roman Temple, cathedral, and peaceful squares. Evening stroll through the medieval walls.
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Day 4 – Évora & Alentejo Countryside
Discover the surrounding Alentejo region — rolling plains, cork oak forests, and fortified hilltop towns like Monsaraz with castle views over the Guadiana River.
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Day 5 – To the Algarve (Odeceixe)
Head south to the western Algarve and settle into Odeceixe, a whitewashed village near a wide sandy beach backed by cliffs and dunes. Evening coastal walk at Odeceixe Beach.
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Day 6 – Algarve Coastline
Spend the day exploring the wild Vicentine Coast — golden beaches, turquoise coves, and dramatic sea stacks. Walk part of the Rota Vicentina trail for panoramic views.
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Day 7 – Algarve Adventures
Relax on the beach or venture west toward Sagres and Cape St. Vincent, Europe’s southwestern tip, for rugged cliffs and sweeping Atlantic horizons.
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Day 8 – To the Douro Valley (Tabuaço)
Travel north via Lisbon or Porto and continue into the Douro Valley. Stay in Tabuaço, a quiet hillside town surrounded by terraced vineyards and dramatic river scenery.
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Day 9 – Douro Valley Scenery
Take a river cruise along the Douro, with views of vine-covered slopes and quaint riverside villages. Pause at panoramic viewpoints around Tabuaço.
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Day 10 – Douro Valley Exploration
Drive or cycle through the valley, stopping at small hamlets and miradouros such as São Leonardo da Galafura. Evening at leisure among the vineyards.
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Day 11 – To the Azores (Pico)
Fly to Pico in the Azores, famous for its volcanic peak and stone-walled vineyards. Explore coastal villages and watch sunset over the Atlantic.
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Day 12 – Pico Island Adventures
Climb part of Mount Pico or hike gentler trails through lava fields and vineyards. Swim in natural ocean pools along the coast.
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Day 13 – Whale Watching & Faial
Take a whale-watching excursion, then ferry across to nearby Faial to see Horta’s harbor and the lunar-like Capelinhos volcanic landscape before returning to Pico.
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Day 14 – Return to Lisbon
Fly back to Lisbon for your final night. Take a relaxed evening riverside walk along the Tagus and enjoy a farewell dinner.
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Day 15 – Departure from Lisbon
Bid farewell to Portugal after a memorable 14-day journey. Airport transfer for your flight home, filled with rich stories and unforgettable experiences.
*Note: This plan is just a starting point. We can tweak the pace, add or skip experiences, and even combine different destinations to suit your preferences