Two-Week Relaxed Portugal Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Arroios to Coimbra and Porto

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Enjoy this 15-day relaxed road trip in Portugal, with Arroios, Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima, Coimbra, Porto, Vila Nova De Gaia, Mateus, Vila Real, Ílhavo, Gafanha da Nazaré, Gafanha da Encarnação, and Aveiro showing you the beauty, culture, and peaceful moments that make this journey special!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Portugal, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 7 nights in Arroios, 2 nights in Coimbra, and 5 nights in Porto, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Portugal.

Your journey starts in Arroios, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 15-day relaxed road trip in Portugal to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Portugal already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Sanctuary Of Fátima and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Praça Do Comércio.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Portugal road trip itinerary for 15 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Portugal.

If you want to make your 15-day relaxed self-drive tour in Portugal even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Portugal includes 14 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 15 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 15-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Portugal today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Arroios - Arrival day
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  • Alfama
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Your relaxed road trip through Portugal starts when you reach the incredible village of Arroios, where you'll stay for 6 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Arroios and begin your adventure in Portugal.

Arroios is a beautiful village with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the village 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 Arroios. 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 Arroios, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Arroios and unwind at some of the best bars in the village.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Portugal. Enjoy your first taste of Arroios as you soak in the village’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Arroios
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Drive 39 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Belém Tower
  • Padrão dos Descobrimentos
  • Praça do Comércio
  • Lisbon Oceanarium
  • Baixa
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On day 2 of your relaxed road trip in Portugal, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Arroios and visit amazing attractions in Lisbon, just outside the village. You still have 5 nights left in Arroios, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Portugal. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Arroios, explore the village like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the village.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in Portugal!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Arroios
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Drive 77 km, 2 hours 52 min

  • Chalet of the Countess of Edla
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Castle of the Moors
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Initiation Well
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Your relaxed road trip in Portugal continues on day 3 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know Portugal better by exploring the top attractions of Arroios and beyond. With 4 nights left in Arroios, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the village.

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

When it’s time to eat, the village has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Arroios, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Arroios and unwind at the coolest bars in the village.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across Portugal.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Arroios
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Drive 87 km, 2 hours 6 min

  • Sintra National Palace
  • Park Liberdade
  • Olga Cadaval Cultural Center
  • Praia da Arriba
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On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you’ll explore the area around Arroios, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Arroios will make you fall even more in love with the village and uniqueness of Portugal.

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

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the village for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Portugal.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Arroios
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Drive 67 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • Piscina Oceânica Alberto Romano
  • Mercado da Vila
  • Casa das Histórias Paula Rego
  • Boca do Inferno
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On day 5 of your relaxed road trip in Portugal, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Arroios and visit amazing attractions in Cascais, just outside the village. You still have 2 nights left in Arroios, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

Exploring the food culture in Arroios offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the village.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Arroios. The bars in Arroios make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in Portugal!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Arroios
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Drive 250 km, 3 hours 42 min

  • Castle of Óbidos
  • Porta da Vila
  • Nazaré beach
  • Miradouro do Suberco
  • Rua Direita
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Your relaxed road trip in Portugal continues on day 6 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know Portugal better by exploring the top attractions of Arroios and beyond. With 1 night left in Arroios, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the village.

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

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

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Portugal, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Arroios.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Arroios’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Portugal.

Toast to another amazing day in Portugal!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Arroios
  • Coimbra
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Drive 216 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima
  • Sculpture of Our Lady of Fátima
  • Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity
  • Barbican Gate
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Day 7 of your relaxed road trip in Portugal will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in Portugal, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

Continue your laid-back road trip in Portugal as you make your way to Coimbra. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the city, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Portugal. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Coimbra, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in Portugal!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Coimbra
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Drive 6 km, 59 min

  • Portugal dos Pequenitos
  • Paços da Universidade ou Paços das Escolas
  • Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Portugal more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Coimbra has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Coimbra and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Portugal.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Coimbra
  • Porto
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Drive 125 km, 2 hours 4 min

  • Casa da Música
  • Gardens of the Crystal Palace
  • Clérigos Church
  • Porto Cathedral
  • Ageas Porto Coliseum
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Day 9 of your self-drive tour in Portugal offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Porto for 5 nights. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in Portugal.

In Porto, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in Portugal.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Porto has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Porto.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Portugal.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Porto
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Drive 3 km, 37 min

  • Jardim do Morro
  • Luís I Bridge
  • Rua de Santa Catarina
  • Avenida dos Aliados
  • Ribeira
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Portugal makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Portugal also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Portugal, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Porto.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Porto.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in Portugal!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Porto
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Drive 195 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • Fundação da Casa de Mateus
  • Jardim da Carreira
  • Igreja de São Pedro
  • Parque Florestal
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On day 11 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you’ll explore the area around Porto, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Porto will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Portugal.

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

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Porto has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Porto. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Porto!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Porto
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Drive 189 km, 2 hours 23 min

  • Cathedral of Vila Real
  • Museu da Vila Velha
  • Miradouro da Vila Velha
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On day 12 of your relaxed road trip in Portugal, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Porto and visit amazing attractions in Vila Real, just outside the city. You still have 2 nights left in Porto, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Portugal. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Porto, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Porto.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Portugal!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Porto
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Drive 189 km, 2 hours 38 min

  • Vista Alegre Atlantis, SA
  • Jardim Oudinot
  • Ship Museum St Andrew
  • Casas Típicas da Costa Nova
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Your relaxed road trip in Portugal continues on day 13 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know Portugal better by exploring the top attractions of Porto and beyond. With 1 night left in Porto, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

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

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Porto, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Porto.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in Portugal!

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Porto
  • Arroios
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Drive 330 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Moliceiros Pier
  • Ponte Laços de Amizade
  • Aveiro Museum
  • Infante Dom Pedro Park - City Park
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On day 14 of your laid-back road trip adventure in Portugal, you can visit several remarkable places. With the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive tour, you decide how much time to spend in each, making the most of these memorable destinations.

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Arroios. Staying in the village gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in Portugal.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the village for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Arroios. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in Portugal!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Arroios - Departure day
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  • Avenida da Liberdade
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Day 15 of your relaxed road trip in Portugal is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 15 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 15-day relaxed road trip in Portugal is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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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.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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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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