Two-Week Portugal Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Porto to Lisbon, Coimbra, Chaves, and Braga and surrounding area

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Explore the best of Portugal on a remarkable 15-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Porto, Sintra, Lisbon, Misericórdia, Alcântara, Madalena, Fátima, Coimbra, Santa Combinha, Mirandela, Chaves, Casal de Loivos, Mateus, Vila Real, Braga, Mire de Tibães, Real, Tenões, Espinho, Viana Do Castelo, Ponte de Lima, Ponte da Barca, and Guimaraes.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Portugal. You will spend 4 nights in Porto, 2 nights in Lisbon, 1 night in Coimbra, 1 night in Chaves, and 6 nights in Braga. 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. Sanctuary Of Fátima and Praça Do Comércio are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Porto, Sintra, Lisbon, Misericórdia, Alcântara, Madalena, Fátima, Coimbra, Santa Combinha, Mirandela, Chaves, Casal de Loivos, Mateus, Vila Real, Braga, Mire de Tibães, Real, Tenões, Espinho, Viana Do Castelo, Ponte de Lima, Ponte da Barca, and Guimaraes, 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

Porto - Arrival day
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Luís I Bridge
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Say hello to Porto! Your exciting road trip through Portugal is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Porto for 3 nights before you continue your adventure!

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.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Porto. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in Portugal. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

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 15-day road trip in Portugal!

Day 2

Porto
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Drive 24 km, 1 hour 28 min

Parque da Cidade do Porto
She Changes
Gardens of the Crystal Palace
Clérigos Church
Porto Cathedral
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Porto. You’ll stay in Porto for 2 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Portugal. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Portugal!

Day 3

Porto
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Drive 13 km, 51 min

Ageas Porto Coliseum
Chapel of Souls
Casa da Música
Jardim Botânico do Porto | Museu de História Natural e da Ciência da U Porto
Parque de Serralves
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Portugal. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

For an unforgettable shopping experience, visit Rua Santa Catarina, the top shopping destination in Porto. Browse local shops and stores, each offering delightful surprises. Find unique souvenirs or items to take home. After shopping, explore what Rua Santa Catarina has to offer, including cafes, attractions, essential services, and vibrant community activities.

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

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

Day 4

Porto
Lisbon
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Drive 402 km, 4 hours 55 min

Park and National Palace of Pena
Quinta da Regaleira
Cabo da Roca
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in Portugal. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Sintra. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lisbon, where will spend 2 nights.

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

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.

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

Day 5

Lisbon
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 30 min

Time Out Market Lisboa
LX Factory
Jerónimos Monastery
Padrão dos Descobrimentos
Belém Tower
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Wake up to day 5 of your road trip in Portugal. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Misericórdia and Alcântara. With 1 night to stay in Lisbon, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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.

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.

Day 6

Lisbon
Coimbra
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Drive 215 km, 2 hours 58 min

Praça do Comércio
Castelo de S Jorge
Lisbon Oceanarium
Sculpture of Our Lady of Fátima
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Your itinerary for day 6 of your road trip in Portugal includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Lisbon, Madalena, and Fátima. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Coimbra, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Coimbra. 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 Coimbra's best restaurants.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Portugal!

Day 7

Coimbra
Chaves
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Drive 334 km, 3 hours 57 min

Beach Azibo
Azibo Reservoir Protected Landscape
Empire Park
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On day 7 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Portugal, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Santa Combinha and Mirandela. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Chaves, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Chaves. Chaves 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 Chaves's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Portugal!

Day 8

Chaves
Braga
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Drive 240 km, 3 hours 31 min

Trajano Bridge
Double viewpoint De Loivos
Fundação da Casa de Mateus
Jardim da Carreira
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Dive into day 8 of your remarkable road trip in Portugal. Today you'll explore 4 destinations, including Chaves, Casal de Loivos, Mateus, and Vila Real. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Braga, where you'll spend 6 nights.

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

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Braga. 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.

Day 9

Braga
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Drive 39 km, 1 hour 22 min

Monastery of São Martinho de Tibães
Braga Pedagogical Farm
Bom Jesus Staircases
Bom Jesus do Monte
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro
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On day 9 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Mire de Tibães, Real, Tenões, and Espinho. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Braga, where you still have 5 nights left to stay.

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

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

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

Day 10

Braga
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Drive 21 km, 44 min

Parque da Praia Fluvial de Adaúfe
Braga City Hall
Arco da Porta Nova
Braga Cathedral
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You’ll stay in Braga for 4 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Portugal. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Braga'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!

Day 11

Braga
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Drive 5 km, 30 min

Park Avenida Central
Chafariz da Praça da República
Centro histórico de Braga
Raio Palace
Bridge Park
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You have 3 nights left in Braga. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Portugal. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Braga 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 Braga.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Portugal.

Day 12

Braga
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Drive 213 km, 3 hours 7 min

Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus / Mount of Santa Luzia
Gil Eannes Foundation
Ponte Romana e Medieval
Parque Nacional Peneda-Gerês
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On day 12 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Braga, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Viana Do Castelo, Ponte de Lima, and Ponte da Barca.

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

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

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Portugal.

Day 13

Braga
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Drive 66 km, 1 hour 29 min

Sanctuary of Penha
Aqui Nasceu Portugal
Largo do Toural
Palace Duques de Bragança
Castle of Guimarães
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Greet day 13 of your road trip in Portugal with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Braga, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Guimaraes.

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

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

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

Day 14

Braga
Porto
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Drive 81 km, 1 hour 18 min

Igreja e Oratórios de Nossa Senhora da Consolação e Santos Passos
Museu de Alberto Sampaio
Padrão do Salado
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On day 14 of your road trip in Portugal, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Guimaraes are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Porto, where you will stay for 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.

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.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Portugal.

Day 15

Porto - Departure day
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São Bento Station
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Day 15 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 boutiques to find unique and stylish fashion pieces. Wrap up your shopping with a drink and some pastries at a cozy cafe.

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.

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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.

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