Luxury 9-Day Portugal Road Trip from Porto to Braga, Viseu, and Lisbon and surrounding area

Your luxury holiday in Portugal begins as soon as you reach the city of Porto. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Portugal is Porto - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Porto.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Luís I Bridge. This must-see tourist destination is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Porto, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 79,128 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Porto. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Porto.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Nata Lisboa. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,037 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Porto.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Tapabento S. Bento. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,413 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Muu Steakhouse is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Porto, and has an impressive average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,431 customers.

As your day in Porto is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Portugal.

Make your way to Brasão Aliados. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,812 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Base Porto, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 3,621 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Aduela. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,570 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 9-day luxury vacation in Portugal and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Portugal you will continue exploring the city of Porto. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Porto. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic She Changes. This attraction is a sculpture and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,047 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Parque da Cidade do Porto. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,193 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Parque de Serralves park, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Jardim Botânico do Porto | Museu de História Natural e da Ciência da U. Porto is another stop you can visit today in Porto. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,227 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Porto, then consider a visit to the incredible Clerigos tower. Clerigos tower is a bell tower and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 16,541 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Porto has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Porto, make sure to check out Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Chama. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 574 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Bonaparte Downtown is one of the best bars in Porto and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,088 customers.

You may also want to check out Letraria Porto. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Letraria Porto is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,654 customers.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Portugal has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday in Portugal, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Porto and the city of Guimarães. You’ll stay in Braga for 3 nights.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Porto Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,470 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Casa da Música. This concert hall and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 17,921 reviews.

The wonderful F. C. Porto Museum is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Porto. This well-known attraction, and spectacular architectural structure, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,440 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Porto is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Portugal. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Portugal’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Guimarães.

Make your way to the incredible Castle of Guimarães in Guimarães for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,608 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Guimarães is the outstanding Aqui Nasceu Portugal. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,776 visitors, this remarkable top-tier point of interest and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in Portugal.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Braga.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Portugal, we recommend you try Retrokitchen, one of the best restaurants in Braga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Bira dos Namorados as one of the top restaurants in the city. Bira dos Namorados is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,412 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Cozinha da Sé. This bar is considered one of the best in Braga and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,019 customers.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Portugal awaits!

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in Portugal, you will explore the surroundings of Viana Do Castelo. Viana Do Castelo is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Portugal, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Parque de Lazer do Castelinho. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,221 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Santa Luzia Sanctuary. This attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,314 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Gil Eannes, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Gil Eannes is a hospital ship with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,878 visitors.

The outstanding Peneda-Gerês National Park is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 23,484 visitors, it’s one that many travelers find worthy of a visit.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Portugal truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Braga.

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

According to reviews, Taberna Londrina Braga is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Braga. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Taberna Londrina Braga is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,916 customers.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Braga and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Domus Vinum - Wine Bar & Tapas is one of the best bars in Viana Do Castelo and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

You may also want to check out Barhaus. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Barhaus is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is aTípica - Restaurante, Tapas Bar e Sabores de Portugal. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Portugal!

On day 5 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Braga. You’ll stay in Braga for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Braga to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Braga. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Arco da Porta Nova. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,139 visitors.

When you’re finished at Arco da Porta Nova, make a stop at the wonderful Park Avenida Central. This incredible attraction is a park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,039 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Braga, the extraordinary Bridge Park. This park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Bom Jesus do Monte. Up to 28,503 visitors have rated this minor basilica an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Sameiro Sanctuary.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Braga. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Braga.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful B&B Hotel Braga Lamaçães, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,085 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Braga is the fantastic Vila Galé Collection Braga. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Vila Galé Collection Braga is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,424 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Meliá Braga. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,222 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Braga.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Restaurante O Jacó. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at La Porta. Considered one of the best restaurants in Braga, it has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 953 customers.

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 Braga.

Many locals go to Rossio Bar to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 460 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Sé La Vie. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 371 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Braga, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Portugal!

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Portugal you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Braganca and the city of Viseu. You’ll stay in Viseu for 1 night.

Your day starts in Braganca.

Make the amazing Azibo Reservoir Protected Landscape your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,544 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Beach Azibo. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,649 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Praça da Sé. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 825 visitors.

When you’re finished at the top-tier point of interest, the perfect next stop is the popular Castle Bragança. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 5,495 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Braganca by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Portugal to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Portugal. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Braganca today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Viseu, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Irish Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Viseu tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 825 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Syrah - Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 510 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Portugal! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in Portugal you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Nossa Senhora da Piedade and the city of Lisbon. You’ll stay in Lisbon for 1 night.

Your day starts in Nossa Senhora da Piedade. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Parque Aquilino Ribeiro your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,493 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this urban park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Viseu Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,799 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this cathedral and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Parque de Santiago. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,701 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Nossa Senhora da Piedade by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Portugal to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Portugal. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Nossa Senhora da Piedade today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lisbon, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try daPrata52 - Petiscos ¦ Tapas, one of the best restaurants in Lisbon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Alma as one of their top choices in the city. Alma is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,033 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lisbon is Lisboa Tu e Eu 2. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,027 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Delirium Café Lisboa is one of the best bars you can visit in Lisbon tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,093 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Portugal! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 8 of your luxury road trip holiday in Portugal you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Lisbon and the city of Porto. You’ll stay in Porto for 1 night.

Your day starts in Lisbon. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Belém Tower your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 90,401 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this fort and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Padrão dos Descobrimentos. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 55,078 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this monument and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Praça do Comércio. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 106,926 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Lisbon by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Portugal to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Portugal. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Lisbon today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Porto, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Abadia do Porto, one of the best restaurants in Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,633 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Negra Café Baixa as one of their top choices in the city. Negra Café Baixa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,213 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Capela Incomum is one of the best bars you can visit in Porto tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,234 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Portugal! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 9-day luxury holiday in Portugal and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Porto before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Portugal by heading out to the stunning Gardens of the Palácio de Cristal. This extraordinary garden and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 38,920 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Porto.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Porto, check out the menu at Bulha Sá da Bandeira. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,983 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is tascö. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,119 customers.

You will then say farewell to Porto and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Portugal in your luggage!