12-Day Portugal Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Porto to Peso Da Regua, Coimbra, Óbidos, Lisbon, Evora, and Lagos

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 12-day road trip in Portugal! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Porto, Vila Nova De Gaia, Loureiro, Peso Da Regua, Coimbra, Óbidos, Lisbon, Madalena, Misericórdia, Sintra, Evora, Lagos, and Nazaré.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Portugal. You will spend 3 nights in Porto, 1 night in Peso Da Regua, 1 night in Coimbra, 1 night in Óbidos, 3 nights in Lisbon, 1 night in Evora, and 1 night in Lagos. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Portugal. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Porto, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Portugal on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Portugal. Praça Do Comércio and Belém Tower are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Porto, Vila Nova De Gaia, Loureiro, Peso Da Regua, Coimbra, Óbidos, Lisbon, Madalena, Misericórdia, Sintra, Evora, Lagos, and Nazaré, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Portugal. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Portugal.

Throughout your road trip in Portugal, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Portugal.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Portugal fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Portugal today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Porto - Arrival day
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  • Avenida dos Aliados
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Your road trip adventure in Portugal begins as soon as you reach Porto and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Porto, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Porto is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Porto. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Portugal. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Porto, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Portugal!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Porto
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Drive 12 km, 54 min

  • Casa da Música
  • Gardens of the Crystal Palace
  • Porto Cathedral
  • Luís I Bridge
  • Jardim do Morro
  • Ribeira
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Wake up to day 2 of your road trip in Portugal. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Porto and Vila Nova De Gaia. With 1 night to stay in Porto, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Porto and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Porto. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Portugal.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Porto
  • Peso da Régua
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Drive 103 km, 2 hours 3 min

  • St. Anthony's viewpoint
  • Douro Museum
  • Igreja Matriz de Peso da Régua / Igreja de São Faustino
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in Portugal. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Loureiro and Peso Da Regua. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Peso Da Regua, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Peso Da Regua. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Peso Da Regua's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Peso da Régua
  • Coimbra
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Drive 160 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Portugal dos Pequenitos
  • Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
  • Turismo da Universidade de Coimbra
  • Paços da Universidade ou Paços das Escolas
  • Porta e Torre de Almedina
  • Barbican Gate
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Your itinerary for day 4 of your road trip in Portugal includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Coimbra. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Coimbra, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Coimbra. Coimbra offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Coimbra, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Head back to your accommodation in Coimbra and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Portugal.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Coimbra
  • Óbidos
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Drive 134 km, 1 hour 52 min

  • Sanctuary of the Lord of the Stone
  • Aqueduto de Óbidos
  • Porta da Vila
  • Castle of Óbidos
  • Igreja de Santa Maria
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On day 5 of your road trip in Portugal, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Óbidos are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Óbidos, where you will stay for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Óbidos, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Óbidos. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Portugal!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Óbidos
  • Lisbon
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Drive 96 km, 1 hour 50 min

  • Lisbon Oceanarium
  • Castelo de S Jorge
  • Miradouro de Santa Luzia
  • Lisbon Cathedral
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Portugal, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Lisbon and Madalena. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Lisbon, where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Lisbon. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Lisbon. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Portugal.

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Lisbon
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 27 min

  • Belém Tower
  • Time Out Market Lisboa
  • Praça do Comércio
  • Rua Augusta Arch
  • Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara
  • Avenida da Liberdade
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lisbon, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Misericórdia and Lisbon.

One of the most iconic spots you can visit today is Avenida da Liberdade. Allow yourself some time to explore this street and discover its unique quirks. You'll also find many of the best sightseeing spots nearby.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Lisbon.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Lisbon.

Lisbon is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Lisbon.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Portugal!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Lisbon
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Drive 63 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • Initiation Well
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Park Liberdade
  • Castle of the Moors
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
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On day 8 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Sintra. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Lisbon, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Lisbon and your accommodation.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Lisbon's best restaurants.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Portugal!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Lisbon
  • Évora
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Drive 139 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Jardim Público de Évora
  • Ruínas Fingidas
  • Chapel of Bones (Évora)
  • Cathedral of Évora
  • Giraldo Square Fountain
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Dive into day 9 of your remarkable road trip in Portugal. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Evora. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Evora, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Evora. Evora offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Evora's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Portugal!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Évora
  • Lagos
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Drive 250 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • Meia Praia
  • Praia do Pinhão
  • Igreja de Santo António
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 10 of your road trip in Portugal. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Lagos. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lagos, where will spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Lagos, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Lagos is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Lagos.

Say good night to Lagos and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Portugal!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Lagos
  • Porto
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Drive 619 km, 6 hours 16 min

  • Baloiço da Ladeira
  • Ermida da Memória
  • Miradouro do Suberco
  • Nazaré Lighthouse
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Your itinerary for day 11 of your road trip in Portugal includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Nazaré. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Porto, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Porto. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Porto's best restaurants.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Portugal!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Porto - Departure day
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  • Clérigos Church
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Day 12 of your road trip in Portugal is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Browse through boutiques to find unique and stylish fashion pieces to take home. When you need a break, visit a cafe and relax with a cup of coffee or tea.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Portugal!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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