Luxury 12-Day Relaxed Portugal Road Trip Vacation from Lisbon to Caldas da Rainha and Leiria District

Photo of Lisbon, Portugal skyline at Sao Jorge Castle.
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Duration
12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
11 nights included
Car rental
12 days included
Flights
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Description

Sit back and enjoy a relaxed 12-day road trip in Portugal with this laid-back self-drive vacation.

This self-drive package allows you to immerse in the local culture as you travel through the picture-perfect landscapes in Portugal at a relaxed pace. Get a dose of comfort, fun, and recreation in Lisbon, Belém, Misericórdia, Alcântara, São Vicente, Parque das Nações, Charneca de Caparica e Sobreda, Colares, Caldas da Rainha, and Leiria. Make yourself at home at top-rated hotels and stay 8 nights in Lisbon, 1 night in Caldas da Rainha, and 2 nights in Leiria. Finally, taste the local food and enjoy a refreshing drink at the most popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Portugal.

Experience an easy 12-day self-drive tour across Portugal with this carefully arranged travel plan. We’ll help you from the beginning to the end of your vacation in Portugal so you can leave with the best road trip memories.

Freedom of choice is key to a relaxing road trip in Portugal. For your self-drive vacation, we’ll offer you a selection of the best rental vehicles with CDW insurance. Upon arrival in Lisbon, you’ll collect your rental car of choice. From there, you’ll begin your 12-day journey across Portugal and discover its unique culture, history, and diverse scenery.

You’ll choose among the best hotels and places to stay in Portugal. Each stop offers top-notch comfort and unique charm, designed to help you unwind and enjoy your journey. Rest assured, we’ll always offer you accommodations that fit your budget and needs, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable travel experience throughout Portugal.

We’ll introduce you to some of the best travel destinations in Portugal. This relaxed road trip features the stunning Praça do Comércio in Lisbon. Another highlight of this self-drive tour is the captivating Belém Tower.

Traveling leisurely through Portugal means you could spend as much time as you want at the magnificent Castelo de S. Jorge. With this travel plan, you could also soak in the atmosphere of the memorable Lisbon Oceanarium. Get close to the spectacular National Palace of Pena and the wonderful Quinta da Regaleira. You’ll have plenty of time to take in each attraction's unique features, learn its unique history, and appreciate it to the fullest.

Between sightseeing, you can make the most of your downtime and join a popular tour in Portugal. Tours offer a special way of discovering what else Portugal has to offer.

This relaxed road trip also gives you plenty of time to stroll through Portugal's shopping hotspots. Here you can visit shops, discover the locals’ way of life, or try various specialties. Check out all the souvenirs and gifts you can buy in the area and bring home a piece of the country that will remind you of your relaxing vacation in Portugal.

By the end of your 12-day road trip through Portugal, you’ll return home feeling refreshed and enriched by your experience. You’ll have many stories about your pleasant and relaxed road trip vacation in Portugal and memories to cherish forever.

This self-drive vacation package includes everything you need for a stress-free, easy road trip through Portugal. You’ll have a cozy place to stay for 11 nights, with a selection of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll also provide you with the best car rental you can use throughout the 12 days of your self-drive road trip in Portugal. On top of all that, you also have the option to add flights to your travel plan and personalize each day of your itinerary by adding tours and tickets.

This self-drive package includes 24/7 travel support and a step-by-step guide. You can access the guide at any point of your journey through our mobile app, where you can also keep and organize your travel documents.

Spend an amazing 12-day vacation in Portugal and get to know more about this fantastic destination. Choose your travel dates and plan a laid-back and relaxed road trip in Portugal today!

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Included

Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Caldas da Rainha - city in PortugalCaldas da Rainha / 1 night
Leiria - city in PortugalLeiria / 2 nights
Photo of Lisbon City Skyline with Sao Jorge Castle and the Tagus River, Portugal.Lisbon / 8 nights
Almada - city in PortugalAlmada
Photo of monumental ensemble of the sanctuary and the basilica of our lady of Fatima, Portugal.Ourém
Agualva-Cacém

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Photo of the Sanctuary of Fatima on a beautiful summer day, Portugal.Sanctuary of Fátima
Photo of famous arch at the Praca do Comercio, Lisbon, Portugal.Praça do Comércio
Photo of the Belem tower at the bank of Tejo River in Lisbon ,Portugal.Belém Tower
Photo of the big Lisbon oceanarium (aka Oceanario de Lisboa) building on pier in an artificial lagoon at Tagus river, Portugal.Lisbon Oceanarium
Castelo de S. Jorge, Santa Maria Maior, Lisbon, Grande Lisboa, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalCastelo de S Jorge
Park and National Palace of Pena, São Pedro de Penaferrim, Sintra, Lisbon, Grande Lisboa, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalPark and National Palace of Pena
Photo of Palace Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra, landmarks of Portugal.Quinta da Regaleira
Photo of Lighthouse at Cabo da Roca in Portugal.Cabo da Roca
Photo of Time Out Market Lisboa with a big wall clock and an arch, Portugal.Time Out Market Lisboa
Photo of Padrao dos Descobrimentos (Monument to the Discoveries), Lisbon, Portugal.Padrão dos Descobrimentos
LxFactoryLxFactory
Photo of the Jeronimos Monastery or Hieronymites Monastery is located in Lisbon, Portugal.Jerónimos Monastery
Santa Justa LiftSanta Justa Lift
Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, Colares, Sintra, Lisbon, Grande Lisboa, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalSintra-Cascais Natural Park
Photo of Stone masonry Castle of Obidos and wall ruins or Castelo de Óbidos is a well-preserved medieval castle located in the civil parish of Santa Maria, Portugal.Castle of Óbidos
Photo of Sanctuary of Christ the King in Lisbon, Portugal.Sanctuary of Christ the King
Photo of wonderful romantic afternoon aerial landscape coastline of Nazare beach riviera (Praia da Nazare) with cityscape of Nazare town ,Portugal.Nazaré beach
Photo of view of Lisbon famous view from Miradouro de Santa Luzia tourist viewpoint over Alfama old city district at night with cruise liner. Lisbon, Portugal.Miradouro de Santa Luzia
Photo of the magnificent Batalha Monastery, an original example of late Gothic architecture ,Portugal.Batalha Monastery
Landscaped terrace of viewpoint de São Pedro de Alcântara with panoramic views of Lisbon.Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara
Photo of view of Lisbon famous view from Miradouro da Senhora do Monte tourist viewpoint of Alfama and Mauraria old city district at sunset, Portugal.Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
Miradouro do Suberco, Nazaré, Leiria, West, Centro, PortugalMiradouro do Suberco
Photo of Sintra, Portugal: the Castle of the Moors, Castelo dos Mouros, located next to Lisbon.Castle of the Moors
Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, Fátima, Ourém, Santarém, Médio Tejo, Centro, PortugalBasilica of the Most Holy Trinity
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima, Fátima, Ourém, Santarém, Médio Tejo, Centro, PortugalBasilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima
Mira de Aire Cave
Paisagem Protegida da Arriba Fóssil da Costa de Caparica, Charneca de Caparica, Charneca de Caparica e Sobreda, Almada, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalPaisagem Protegida da Arriba Fóssil da Costa de Caparica
Nazaré lighthouse in Portugal with Big wavesFarol da Nazaré
Park Paz, Almada, Feijó, Laranjeiro e Feijó, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalPark Paz
Jardim Luís de Camões, Leiria, Leiria, Pousos, Barreira e Cortes, Pinhal Litoral, Centro, PortugalJardim Luís de Camões
The Leiria Castle is a castle in the city Leiria in PortugalCastle of Leiria
Praia da Mata, Costa da Caparica, Almada, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalPraia da Mata
Beach Rainha, Costa da Caparica, Almada, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalRainha Beach
Photo of Chapel of Apparitions - Fatima - Portugal. Chapel of the Apparitions
Praia da Bolina
Mercado Municipal da Nazaré
sights of Portugal (Casa da Cerca) AlmadaPalácio da Cerca
Frigate Dom Fernando II e Glória, Almada, Cacilhas, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Pragal e Cacilhas, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalFrigate Dom Fernando II e Glória
Panoramic Elevator of Boca do Vento, Almada, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Pragal e Cacilhas, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalPanoramic Elevator of Boca do Vento
Miradouro dos Capuchos
Baloiço da Ladeira
Solar dos Zagalos,Sobreda - panoramioSolar dos Zagallos
Castle Garden, Almada, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Pragal e Cacilhas, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalCastle Garden
Old port together Quinta da Arealva in almada, portugalQuinta da Arealva
City Museum - Almada, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Pragal e Cacilhas, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalCity Museum - Almada
Trafaria beach
Cais do Ginjal, Almada, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Pragal e Cacilhas, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalCais do Ginjal
Convento dos Capuchos
Forte de Alpena (ruínas)
Costa de Caparica
Praia Nova / Nova Praia, Costa de Caparica

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Day 1 – Lisbon - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Lisbon - arrival day

  • Lisbon - Arrival day
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  • Praça do Comércio
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Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Portugal begins when you reach Lisbon, where you’ll stay for a total of 8 nights.

Lisbon is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Praça do Comércio. Around 106,926 visitors have rated this fascinating square and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Lisbon 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 city.

An excellent example is daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

Alma serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Lisbon has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,033 reviews.

If you’re curious about what Lisbon looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at SUD Lisboa, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 7,581 reviews.

Pavilhão Chinês offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Lisbon. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,516 customers.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Portugal! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Portugal!

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Day 2 – Belém and Lisbon

Day 2

Day 2 – Belém and Lisbon

  • Lisbon
  • More

Drive 20 km, 1 hour 50 min

  • Castelo de S Jorge
  • Miradouro de Santa Luzia
  • Jerónimos Monastery
  • Padrão dos Descobrimentos
  • Belém Tower
  • More

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you'll explore the best attractions in Belém at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Belém, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 7 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Jerónimos Monastery. This incredible monastery has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 47,647 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Portugal by seeing another popular site in Belém, the wonderful Padrão dos Descobrimentos. This monument is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 47,647 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Belém Tower. This fort has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 90,401 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Portugal. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Belém itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Portugal extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Belém. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Lisboa Tu e Eu 2. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at A Nossa Casa, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. A Nossa Casa is rated 4.8 stars out of 5 by 884 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Belém and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Delirium Café Lisboa. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Fábrica Braço de Prata. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,435 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

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Day 3 – Alcántara, São Vicente, and Lisbon

Day 3

Day 3 – Alcántara, São Vicente, and Lisbon

  • Lisbon
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 47 min

  • LxFactory
  • Time Out Market Lisboa
  • Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara
  • Miradouro da Senhora do Monte
  • Lisbon Oceanarium
  • More

Fortunately, your accommodation, where you’ll be staying for 6 nights more is conveniently located near several of the city’s best attractions.

One of the best stops on your hassle-free journey is the popular Time Out Market Lisboa, one of the top attractions in the city. In fact, the incredible Time Out Market Lisboa has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 58,503 visitors.

You could also spend some time relaxing at the amazing Jardim de São Pedro de Alcântara. This city feature got an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars from its 26,176 guests.

Explore more of the city’s wonders, create memorable experiences, and join laid-back to challenging activities.

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. Or, check out our top recommendations below and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Hard Rock Cafe Lisboa is one of the top restaurants in the city.

If you’re looking for another option near your accommodation, Nicolau Lisboa is also one of the best restaurants you can try in the city. Nicolau Lisboa proved an excellent choice for around 5,172 visitors, who gave the restaurant an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.7 over 5 stars given by 2,403 customers.

Another drinking place in the city we recommend you try out is Lost In. Check out its selection of liquors, and learn why it has been rated 4.3 over 5 stars by 3,122 customers.

This bar offers a variety of drinks you can choose from.

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Day 4 – Almada, Charneca de Caparica, and Lisbon

Day 4

Day 4 – Almada, Charneca de Caparica, and Lisbon

  • Almada
  • Lisbon
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Drive 63 km, 2 hours 6 min

  • Paisagem Protegida da Arriba Fóssil da Costa de Caparica
  • Praia da Bolina
  • Rainha Beach
  • Praia da Mata
  • Sanctuary of Christ the King
  • More

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you'll explore the best attractions in Almada at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Almada, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 5 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Paisagem Protegida da Arriba Fóssil da Costa de Caparica. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,256 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Portugal by seeing another popular site in Almada, the wonderful Praia do Castelo. This best-rated sightseeing destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,256 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Rainha Beach. This top-tier point of interest has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,204 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Praia da Mata. This must-see tourist destination is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,532 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Sanctuary of Christ the King. This amazing site is a wonderful colossal statue of jesus with more than 34,328 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Portugal. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Almada itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Portugal extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Almada. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Laurentina. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,884 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Restaurante Marco, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Restaurante Marco is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 2,992 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Almada and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Foxtrot. This vibrant bar is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Sacramento do Chiado. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,947 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

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Day 5 – Feijó, Almada, and Lisbon

Day 5

Day 5 – Feijó, Almada, and Lisbon

  • Almada
  • Lisbon
  • More

Drive 48 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • Frigate Dom Fernando II e Glória
  • Park Paz
  • City Museum - Almada
  • Praia Nova / Nova Praia, Costa de Caparica
  • Costa de Caparica
  • More

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you'll explore the best attractions in Feijó at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Feijó, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 4 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Park Paz. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,955 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Portugal. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Feijó itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Portugal extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Feijó. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, A Cevicheria. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,076 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at the mill, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The mill is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 2,266 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Feijó and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Sky Bar by Seen. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,010 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Restaurante Rio Grande. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,803 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

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Day 6 – Almada and Lisbon

Day 6

Day 6 – Almada and Lisbon

  • Almada
  • Lisbon
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Drive 30 km, 1 hour 28 min

  • Castle Garden
  • Palácio da Cerca
  • Panoramic Elevator of Boca do Vento
  • Cais do Ginjal
  • Quinta da Arealva
  • More

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you'll explore the best attractions in Almada at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Almada, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Castle Garden. This incredible must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 705 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Portugal by seeing another popular site in Almada, the wonderful Palácio da Cerca. This house is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 705 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Panoramic Elevator of Boca do Vento. This top-tier point of interest has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Cais do Ginjal. This best-rated sightseeing destination is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 310 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Quinta da Arealva. This amazing site is a wonderful historic building with more than 400 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Portugal. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Almada itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Portugal extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Almada.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Almada and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular The George. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,939 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular The Decadente. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

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Day 7 – Monte de Caparica, Sobreda, and Lisbon

Day 7

Day 7 – Monte de Caparica, Sobreda, and Lisbon

  • Almada
  • Lisbon
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Drive 45 km, 1 hour 24 min

  • Solar dos Zagallos
  • Miradouro dos Capuchos
  • Convento dos Capuchos
  • Forte de Alpena (ruínas)
  • Trafaria beach
  • More

On day 7 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you'll explore the best attractions in Monte de Caparica at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Monte de Caparica, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Miradouro dos Capuchos. This incredible must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,146 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Portugal by seeing another popular site in Monte de Caparica, the wonderful Convento dos Capuchos. This place of worship is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,146 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Forte de Alpena (ruínas). This park has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 125 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Trafaria beach. This top-tier point of interest is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 3.7 out of 5 stars from 415 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 7 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Portugal. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Monte de Caparica itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Portugal extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Monte de Caparica.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Monte de Caparica and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Grapes & Bites - Hostel and Wines. This vibrant bar is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,112 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Procópio bar. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 7 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

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Day 8 – São Pedro de Penaferrim, Sintra, Colares, and Caldas da Rainha

Day 8

Day 8 – São Pedro de Penaferrim, Sintra, Colares, and Caldas da Rainha

  • Agualva-Cacém
  • Caldas da Rainha
  • More

Drive 170 km, 3 hours 35 min

  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Cabo da Roca
  • Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
  • Park and National Palace of Pena
  • Castle of the Moors
  • More

Day 8 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Portugal gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of São Pedro de Penaferrim. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Caldas da Rainha, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful National Palace of Pena is waiting for you. This museum has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 85,427 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else São Pedro de Penaferrim has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Portugal. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Caldas da Rainha. In Caldas da Rainha, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Portugal.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Sintra is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Solar dos Amigos, one of the best restaurants in Sintra. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,654 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Solar dos Amigos.

Locals also recommend Sabores d'Itália as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Sabores d'Itália as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Maratona. Maratona is another of the most popular places to eat in Sintra. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,670 customers.

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 city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Bowling Caldas. Bowling Caldas is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,999 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Cervejaria O Litro. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 793 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Bar 120 - Gin Bar. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Bar 120 - Gin Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 459 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Portugal!

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Day 9 – Leiria District

Day 9

Day 9 – Leiria District

  • Leiria
  • More

Drive 75 km, 1 hour 43 min

  • Nazaré beach
  • Mercado Municipal da Nazaré
  • Baloiço da Ladeira
  • Miradouro do Suberco
  • Farol da Nazaré
  • More

Day 9 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Portugal gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Nazaré. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Leiria District, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 2 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Nazaré beach is waiting for you. This beach has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 31,405 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Mercado Municipal da Nazaré. This unique top-tier point of interest is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,146 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Baloiço da Ladeira. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,204 visitors, this top-tier point of interest is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Miradouro do Suberco. This popular must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,446 people.

If you’re keen to continue your discovery, make your way to Nazaré Lighthouse. This attraction is a valued lighthouse in the area that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,720 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Nazaré has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Portugal. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Leiria District. In Leiria District, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Portugal.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,187 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Luna.

Locals also recommend Matilde Noca as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Matilde Noca as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,043 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Restaurante Hotel Rural Casa da Nora. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,912 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Mulligan's Irish Bar. Mulligan's Irish Bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 928 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Sem Niveau. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 982 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to O'sullivan Tavern Pool Club. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. O'sullivan Tavern Pool Club is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 906 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Portugal!

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Day 10 – Óbidos, Batalha, Mira de Aire, and Leiria District

Day 10

Day 10 – Óbidos, Batalha, Mira de Aire, and Leiria District

  • Leiria
  • More

Drive 201 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Mira de Aire Cave
  • Batalha Monastery
  • Castle of Leiria
  • Jardim Luís de Camões
  • Castle of Óbidos
  • More

On day 10 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, you'll explore the best attractions in Leiria District at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Leiria District, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Castle of Leiria. This incredible castle has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,563 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Portugal by seeing another popular site in Leiria District, the wonderful Jardim Luís de Camões. This park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,563 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 10 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Portugal. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Leiria District itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Portugal extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Leiria District. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Cervejaria João Gordo. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,567 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Restaurante Mata Bicho | Real Taverna, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Restaurante Mata Bicho | Real Taverna is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by 1,622 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Atlas Leiria. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,106 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Leiria District and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Chico Lobo. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Bowling de Leiria | Good Bowling. Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,109 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is 100 Montaditos | Leiria. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. 100 Montaditos | Leiria has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 10 of your relaxed road trip across Portugal, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

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Day 11 – Fátima and Lisbon

Day 11

Day 11 – Fátima and Lisbon

  • Ourém
  • Lisbon
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Drive 157 km, 2 hours 16 min

  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima
  • Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity
  • Sanctuary of Fátima
  • Chapel of the Apparitions
  • More

Day 11 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Portugal gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Fátima. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Lisbon, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima is waiting for you. This church has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity. This unique church is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,320 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Sanctuary of Fátima. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 107,021 visitors, this shrine to the virgin mary is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Chapel of the Apparitions. This popular chapel and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,916 people.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Fátima has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Portugal. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Lisbon. In Lisbon, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Portugal.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like O Bom O Mau e O Vilão. O Bom O Mau e O Vilão is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,041 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Portugal!

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Day 12 – Lisbon - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Lisbon - departure day

  • Lisbon - Departure day
  • More
  • Santa Justa Lift
  • More

Day 12 of your relaxed road trip in Portugal is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Lisbon.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Lisbon once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Portugal on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Santa Justa Lift is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Lisbon. This top sight is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination, rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 47,787 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 12 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Lisbon or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Lisbon and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 12-day relaxed road trip in Portugal is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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