Picture your feet dug in warm sand, a breeze of the Atlantic Ocean surrounding your face. Your belly satisfied with some delicious sweet pastries, your mind wandering off to those colorful cities, fresh food, and stunning coastline you’ve explored. Sounds good? Then you should go about a Portugal road trip.
Portugal has so much offer. It’s perfect for travelers who love the sun and the ocean and just as much for explorers who enjoy hiking or biking. Also, its cities spread a relaxed vibe even though there is a lot going on. And in a 2-week Portugal road trip from Porto to Faro you can experience this incredible country at its best.
The country and even cities are cleaner than you might be used to from other Southern European countries. You’ll find litter bins everywhere – in the cities, on the beaches, and next to any sights. Portugal’s approach to sustainable tourism is a prime example of economic development. So it’s no surprise that Lisbon has been awarded the European Green Capital for 2020.
Besides, did you know that the country generates almost 100% of its electricity consumption from renewable energy?
For this Portugal travel guide, I gathered the highlights of my Portugal road trip itinerary – with a suggested route for a road trip in 2 weeks all the way from north to south.
Table of contents
The perfect stops on your Portugal road trip
Portugal road trip: Porto – authentic city life
There are solid reasons that Porto has extremely gained popularity as a destination over the last few years. Just after the capital Lisbon, Porto is Portugal’s second-biggest city. Nevertheless, it spreads a charming, local flair and a more relaxed vibe than its bigger sister.
At the same time, Porto is every bit its equal when it comes to gorgeous views, entertaining activities, and culinary options.
And its location in the north of the country serves as a perfect starting point if you’re planning a Portugal road trip from the north all the way to the Algarve in the south.
To Do:
There’s plenty to do and to see in Porto. Here are some recommendations about what is worth checking out during your time in Porto:
- Join a free walking tour
- Walk across the bridge Ponte Luis I to cross the River Duoro
- Take part in a Port wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia
- Stop by the picturesque station São Bento
- Visit the old library Lavria Lello
- Join an E-Bike tour through the city
- And don’t forget to eat Pastel de Nata at any local pastry shop
For in-depth tips about the city, read my article about tips on what to see in Porto. In this article, you’ll find more information about moving around Porto, how to reach the beach and where to eat.
Stay:
- Apartment recommendation: The stylish Almada Balcony Apartment is super central, so you can easily reach all spots within the historic center on foot. Its highlight is definitely the beautiful balcony!
- Guesthouse recommendation: Make sure to check out the beautiful Porto Music Guest House, a modern Guesthouse with a focus on sustainability in Porto’s center.
- Hostel recommendation: If you’re looking for a hostel, I can highly recommend The Passenger Hostel! A super modern hostel in a central location that offers reeeeally good breakfast.
Apartment recommendation: Almada Balcony Apartment
What a beautiful, modern apartment with an adorable balcony! Thanks to its perfect location, you can easily explore Porto on foot. And it’s also not far from the metro, so you can comfortably get to the airport.
You shouldn’t miss seeing the spectacular Duoro Valley with its vineyards. The easiest option for a day trip is taking a tour from Porto:
Having a rental car is definitely useful in order to move around Portugal. Of course, you can also head for your Portugal road trip in a camper. You don’t need it within Porto but I’d recommend a day trip driving along the N222 from Peso da Régua to Pinhão in the Duoro Valley.
The following are some of the viewpoints worth a visit for a stunning view of the vineyards:
Besides the restaurants at the viewpoints, a beautiful lunch spot is the terrace of Veladouro where you can have fresh fish right by the river.
Alleys around Largo Pena da Ventosa | Porto
Portugal road trip: Baleal – a surfers paradise
Waking up to the sound of the waves, taking a ride with your beach bike, your skin kissed by the sun. You can have it all in the small village of Baleal.
Baleal is a cute surfers place with a chilled vibe right by the beach. There are plenty of surf shops around the village, offering classes for beginners and board rentals for the advanced. They call this place surf heaven, as due to the peninsula you can rely on having two different tides. So it’s perfect for beginners but also for surf pros.
The waves can get really high with the right wind (we are close to Nazarè – the place where the record of the highest wave surfed is held at around 30 meters!). Besides, the peninsula always provides some calmer waves for those who are not big wave surfers.
ToDo:
- Surfing – Of course this is the number one activity in Baleal. There are plenty of surf schools around that offer courses for all levels.
- If you’re into other kinds of water activities, I have come across offers for kite surfing and windsurfing as well.
- For those who do not surf, Baleal has still a lot to offer: you can calm down in a Yoga class, for example at Alma studio.
- Take a walk along the spectacular coast and breathe in the sea breeze from above.
- Renting bikes is an eco-friendly and easy way to move around the area, as everything is easy to reach by bicycle. You can ride to Peniche, stop by one of the cute ocean-friendly cafés for a coffee, and reach all beaches within a few minutes ride.
- When staying in Baleal, don’t miss visiting Nazarè for a day trip. If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to watch a few surf pros riding some of the highest waves on earth.
Stay:
Welcome package with shampoo bars at Thalassophilia
As my favorite guest house Thalassophilia has closed down, I checked for some good alternatives that also have a focus on sustainability. You should definitely check out the wonderful Perfect Shore Guesthouse run by Alex and Clare where you can rent bikes to head to the beach. It’s located in Ferrel, so a bit further away from the beach, but no problem with bikes.
For the ultimate beach experience, take a look at beautiful Silver Coast. It looks like a house that came right out of a fairytale. You can see the ocean from the balcony and hang out in their flowery garden. A dream!
If you’re looking for the best hostel in Baleal, Selina is absolutely my recommendation. A great vibe, surfing classes and enough space to work remotely as well.
ToDo:
- Surfing – Of course this is the number one activity in Baleal. There are plenty of surf schools around that offer courses for all levels.
- If you’re into other kinds of water activities, I have come across offers for kite surfing and windsurfing as well.
- For those who do not surf, Baleal has still a lot to offer: you can calm down in a Yoga class, for example at Alma studio.
- Renting bikes is an eco-friendly and easy way to move around the area, as everything is easy to reach by bicycle. You can ride to Peniche, stop by one of the cute ocean-friendly cafés for a coffee, and reach all beaches within a few minutes ride.
- Take a walk along the spectacular coast and breathe in the sea breeze from above.
- When staying in Baleal, don’t miss visiting Nazarè for a day trip. If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to watch a few surf pros riding some of the highest waves on earth.
Bike riding to the beach in Baleal
Stay:
As my favorite guest house Thalassophilia has closed down, I checked for some good alternatives that also have a focus on sustainability. You should definitely check out the wonderful Perfect Shore Guesthouse run by Alex and Clare where you can rent bikes to head to the beach. It’s located in Ferrel, so a bit further away from the beach, but no problem with bikes.
For the ultimate beach experience, take a look at beautiful Silver Coast. It looks like a house that came right out of a fairytale. You can see the ocean from the balcony and hang out in their flowery garden. A dream!
If you’re looking for the best hostel in Baleal, Selina is absolutely my recommendation. A great vibe, surfing classes and enough space to work remotely as well.
Welcome package with organic shampoo bars at Thalassophilia
Hotel recommendation: Silver Coast
For you the ultimate beach experience in a gorgeous house that look like it’s straight out of the Arabian Nights. From the balcony you can see the ocean and relax in the beautiful garden between cactuses and Mediterranean plants. Truly a dream!
Eat:
- Tables – A cute tiny place with home-cooked meals with vegetarian and vegan options. Try the homemade pie as a dessert.
- Taberna do Ganhão – For local seafood. The recommendation is the tuna steak of fresh Portuguese tuna from the Azores. However, you might have to wait for an hour for a table and there’s no possibility of making a reservation.
- Mundano Baleal – This small family-run restaurant only has four tables. So you need to come early or reserve in order to enjoy the cozy atmosphere and delicious food. They only have a small menu with high-quality yet affordable seafood, as well as some vegan options.
Breakfast:
- Kirana Café – For smoothies, bowls, and pancakes with a variety of vegan options. Try the chocolate banana bowl.
- Celeiro Café (Peniche) – For yummy fresh juice and bowls loaded with fruit. I also loved the waffle.
Breakfast bowl at Kirana café | Baleal
When heading further south by car, take the beautiful coastal route N247 along the neat views of the cliffs and the ocean.
In general, I can recommend skipping the highway during your Portugal road trip. Thereby, you’ll not only save the tolls but also catch nice views of some villages, the coast, and the mountains and experience the atmosphere of the Portuguese countryside.
Eat:
- Tables – A cute tiny place with home-cooked meals with vegetarian and vegan options. Try the homemade pie as a dessert.
- Mundano Baleal – This small family-run restaurant only has four tables. So you need to come early or reserve in order to enjoy the cozy atmosphere and delicious food. They only have a small menu with high-quality yet affordable seafood, as well as some vegan options.
Breakfast:
- Kirana Café – For smoothies, bowls, and pancakes with a variety of vegan options. Try the chocolate banana bowl.
- Celeiro Café (Peniche) – For yummy fresh juice and bowls loaded with fruit. I also loved the waffle.
When heading further south by car, take the beautiful coastal route N247 along the neat views of the cliffs and the ocean.
In general, I can recommend skipping the highway during your Portugal road trip. Thereby, you’ll not only save the tolls but also catch nice views of some villages, the coast, and the mountains and experience the atmosphere of the Portuguese countryside.
Portugal road trip: Lisbon – culture and sea breeze
Lisbon is a dream. You can certainly spend a week in this city alone, immerse yourself in the Portuguese flair and wander through the city. Here you can feast all day long and enjoy the hustle and bustle in the street cafes, but also learn a lot about the culture and history of Portugal.
I’m usually a fan of being a little off the beaten path and getting away from the tourist crowds. And this is something you can truly enjoy in Lisbon.
I’m usually a fan of being a little off the beaten path and getting away from the tourist crowds. And this is something you can truly enjoy in Lisbon.
ToDo:
- Join a free walking tour
- Enjoy Lisbon from the water: During a sunset catamaran tour or while riding a kayak
- Enjoy the city from one of its gorgeous viewpoints
- Stop by the huge flea market on Saturday
- Join a pasteis de nata baking class and learn how to make these yummy treats yourself
- Have a feast in a market hall
- Relax in one of the beautiful parks
- Join a street art tour
For in-depth tips about the city, check out my article on hidden gems in Lisbon. Here you’ll find a collection of great insider tips to get to know the city in a very authentic way, by getting a little off the beaten path.
Stay:
- Apartment recommentation: Hermitage Castelo offers a fantastic view of the Tejo River in its rooms. It’s quiet and yet you can explore all of Lisbon on foot from there.
- Guesthouse recommendation: TocTocToc is a perfect oasis with its sweet garden and the lovingly furnished rooms.
- Hostel recommendation: At We Hate F Tourists, they get their statement across: you haven’t really seen a city if you only check out the main sights. They want you to get to know Lisbon authentically. It’s also an incredibly beautiful hostel with a wooden terrace (alternatively, check it out here on Hostelworld).
Hotel recommendation: TocTocToc
A real oasis in Lisbon. Here you hardly notice that you are actually in a big city. With its sweet garden and lovingly decorated rooms, it’s a real dream accommodation!
Eat:
I immediately go nuts when I think about food in Lisbon. Lisbon is one of those cities where you can wander from one cafe, restaurant or street food stall to the next from dawn to dusk and never stop indulging.
Here’s a small selection of a few of my favorite places to munch:
- Streetfood at the Market Hall on Campo de Santa Clara on Saturdays – This place has awesome vegan food, sweet treats, and so much more
- LX Factory – This is where a bunch of hip eateries come together in a cool factory atmosphere
- Mercado de Campo Ourique – For authentic food in an indoor market
- Comoba oder Fauna & Flora – For a great brunch or a coffee break
- Kong – Super delicious vegan restaurant
Portugal road trip: Sintra – fairytale castles
Visiting Sintra is considered a must when you’re in Portugal. It’s a short 30-minute ride from Lisbon and it is indeed beautiful.
However, it is very touristy. So when you plan to visit Sintra during the high season, expect not to be the only one with those plans.
ToDo:
Sintra is all about visiting the castles (the colorful Pena Palace which makes you feel like you’re thrown right into a Disney movie, the mystic Moorish Castle, and the Quinta da Regaleira – a magical well with a spiral staircase.
If you want to avoid the crowds, come early in the morning or during the offseason. And buy your ticket online in advance, so you don’t have to wait at the entrance for hours!
We went in October and had Palacio da Pena almost for ourselves in the morning. There is a bus (no. 434) taking you to all the castles. I highly recommend leaving the car at the accommodation, as there are very few spaces for parking and lots of one-way roads that might take you all the way out of town again.
Apart from visiting those castles, there is not much to do in Sintra and in the evening, when day-trippers have left, a yawning emptiness dominates the town and leaves you with only a few places for dinner.
Stay:
We spent one night in the super cute guest house Casa do Vinho, where the lovely owner awaited us with open arms. We were able to see everything by foot (or at least reach the bus station closeby), as it’s right in the center. In case you’d like to stay in the small town of Sintra itself, I can definitely recommend this guest house.
On another Portugal trip, I spent a few days a bit outside of Sintra at the beautiful Moinho da Roca mill and honestly, I didn’t want to leave anymore. Truly a magical place to stay in an old mill that has been super beautifully renovated. The rooms surrounding the mill are also really cute. Regina, the owner and her sweet dog were the perfect hosts. Always so kind and helpful! From there you can take a day trip to Sintra by car, but also enjoy the beautiful landscape. For example, you can walk directly from the accommodation to Cabo da Roca – a breathtaking hike along the cliffs!
Hotel recommendation: O Moinho da Roca
A unique accommodation run with so much heart and soul. Just a short drive from Sintra, this beautiful renovated mill has been transformed into accommodation. You can sleep directly in the mill or in one of the beautiful rooms surrounding it. Here you get real Portugal flair while you look out to sea in the distance or walk to the spectacular Cabo da Roca along the cliffs!
Pena Palace | Sintra
Eat:
With Raíz and their beautiful terrace, we found a hidden gem for Veggi-lovers in Sintra.
Portugal road trip: Alentejo and Costa Vicentina (Vila Nova de Milfontes & Aljezur)
The area around Alentejo and Costa Vicentina is a true treasure on your Portugal road trip. For surfers, the Atlantic coast offers numerous stunning cliffs and beaches and for those who like to chill and watch.
Do you enjoy spending your holidays at places where the locals go to? Then Vila Nova de Milfontes is the right place for you. The beach is neat, as it is located right by a river delta. Unfortunately, we only spent a short while over there but I’d say Vila Nova de Milfontes is truly a hidden gem, at least for foreigners. It is still mostly visited by Portuguese tourists which is why it keeps its local flair.
Besides, the Costa Vicentina around Aljezur offers Portugal’s nature at its best. In the Natural Park, you’re surrounded by stunning coastal scenery, surfing hot spots, and countryside full of cork trees.
The cliffs of Arrifana
ToDo:
This area doubtlessly is all about the coast and beaches. Here are some of my favorites.
Beaches around Vila Nova de Milfontes
On the way down from Lisbon towards Vila Nova de Milfontes, there are numerous fascinating beaches such as Praia Comporta or along the peninsula of Troia.
Beaches around Aljezur
Further south around the area of Aljezur, don’t miss stopping in Odeceixe on your Portugal road trip, a beautiful beach with awesome waves where the river delta of a lagoon kisses the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a truly special, yet cold experience to swim in between freshwater meeting saltwater.
More beautiful beaches among beautiful cliffs are Praia da Amoreira as well as Praia da Arrifana.
Besides, Praia da Bordeira offers a huge beach amongst sand dunes and Praia do Amado attracts surfers of all levels.
Surfers in Odeceixe
Eat:
Restaurants & cafes in Vila Nova de Milfontes
The town offers lots of great restaurants and cafes within its colorful alleys.
- A Choupana – Reserve a table for the most beautiful sunset dinner in Vila Nova de Milfontes, reserve a table. Here you will get simple but fresh grilled fish in an authentic Portuguese surrounding watching the sunset behind the ocean right next to you.
- Café 18 e Piques – For a variety of fresh juice and good, affordable breakfast
- Mabi – A local croissanteria where you can find typical Portuguese breakfast with sweet pastries and fresh orange juice.
A Choupana restaurant | Vila Nova de Milfontes
Restaurants around Aljezur
- Mó Veggie Bistrot – We found this great spot within this sleepy town and were surprised by its rustic interior and great food.
- Gulli – They offer an exciting mix of Portuguese and Italian cuisine.
- The Elska Kitchen – For fresh fish, creatively interpreted dishes and surprising veggie options.
Stay:
To soak up some true Portuguese flair, we had the best experience staying in a local Quinta called Herdade Quinta Natura in the countryside close to Aljezur during our Portugal road trip. They offer a unique experience by staying with locals surrounded by charming landscapes. Their handful of rooms are incredibly beautiful and thought-through and each has its own terrace where customizable breakfast is served in the mornings. We honestly didn’t want to leave this picturesque place in the middle of nature and their super cute dog.
Hotel recommendation: Herdade Quinta Natura
This local Quinta in the countryside near Aljezur was one of our favorite places to stay on our 2-week Portugal road trip. Here you stay on a large property surrounded by gorgeous countryside, run by a lovely family.
Their handful of rooms are incredibly beautiful and thoughtful, and each has its own terrace where you can enjoy your personalized breakfast in the morning.
Their handful of rooms are incredibly beautiful and thoughtful, and each has its own terrace where you can enjoy your personalized breakfast in the morning.
Praia do Amado
Portugal road trip: Algarve
We all have heard about the beautiful beaches and picturesque rock formations. Hence, the Algarve is no secret escape but a rather touristy area.
Yet, when visiting in the low season you’ll have a high chance of still warm, sunny days but way less crowded beaches. In October we still had lots of days warm enough to hang out by the beach and soak up the sun.
Yet, when visiting in the low season you’ll have a high chance of still warm, sunny days but way less crowded beaches. In October we still had lots of days warm enough to hang out by the beach and soak up the sun.
I’d suggest avoiding the very touristy beaches such as Praia Dona Ana for a more genuine experience of the area.
It’s definitely worth having a rental car for your Portugal road trip around here to explore more secluded beaches and bays.
For information about occupancy and facilities use the free App „Info Praia“. We used it a lot to check how full the beach we plan to visit actually is.
A beach close to Sagres | Algarve
ToDo:
- If you’re staying in or around Lagos, rent a bicycle and ride to Ponta Piedade (the most stunning rock formations)
- Join a Kayak Tour to the Benagil caves (they’re super popular, so expect it to get crowded in high season)
- Visit the Monchique mountains – the largest area for the growth and production of cork
- Stroll through some pretty small towns such as Salema, Burgau, or Ferragudo
- Stop by some local shops. You will find a variety of handmade pottery but also clothing stores selling sustainable brands.
- Catch some spectacular views of cliffs and bays (read more further down)
- Go swimming at some of the plenty beautiful beaches (read more further down)
Ponta da Piedade | Lagos
Spectacular cliffs and views
- Fortress of Sagres and Cabo de São Vicente – for beautiful cliffs at the most south-westerly point of the European continent
- Alcar Seco – for tunnels carved in limestone by saltwater, wind, and waves over millions of years
- Cabo Carvoeiro
Beaches
- Praia dos Tres Irmãos – Small bays with super clean water among impressive rock formations (our favorite).
- Praia de Porto do Mos – A long, flat beach with cristal clear water.
- Boca do Rio – A natural beach with very few visitors.
- Meia Praia – Where the locals go, mostly without any waves.
- Praia dos Estudantes – Beautiful photo spot under an old bridge. Head there in the late afternoon or early morning.
- Praia Afurada – A secluded beach you’ll have to yourself, but you have to climb down a bit.
- Praia Falésia – A beautiful long beach, surrounded by orange-red cliffs
- Other beautiful beaches I researched but we didn’t have the time to visit:
- Praia Marinha
- Praia do Amado
- Figueira Beach
- Praia de Albandeira
Praia dos Estudiantes | Lagos
Stay
You can either stay in one of the cities, such as Lagos where you will find numerous AirBnBs or Hostels run by locals. In this cute city, you’re right by the sea and surrounded by great restaurants and awesome breakfast cafés.
You should definitely check out Uma Casa a Beira Sol. It’s exactly the kind of oasis I totally love. A real retreat to recharge your batteries – even though it’s centrally located in Lagos.
Also, Salty Lodge is a very cool place to stay right in the center of Lagos. They have super nice rooms and apartments with balconies (from where you can look at the sea) right above their surf store. (Check out their clothes here as well– it’s worth it).
For a stay in the Algarve’s countryside, I’d also recommend a Quinta where you will live with locals, usually some animals, and can soak up the nature and local flair.
Quinta Fonte Negro is a rural house run by the lovely Marianna and the elderly Zezinha who is also a great cook.
You can eat home-cooked Portuguese plates for dinner which are freshly prepared. They even have Veggie options of some typical dishes such as Tofu a Brás (instead of Bacalhau da Brás, a Portuguese dish with cod, potatoes, and eggs). Dinner is either served in their beautiful outdoor kitchen or on the terrace with a wonderful view across the countryside.
Their house is an honest, hospital place where you will be warmly welcomed by their owners and dogs and can relax on the hammock in the garden.
You can eat home-cooked Portuguese plates for dinner which are freshly prepared. They even have Veggie options of some typical dishes such as Tofu a Brás (instead of Bacalhau da Brás, a Portuguese dish with cod, potatoes, and eggs). Dinner is either served in their beautiful outdoor kitchen or on the terrace with a wonderful view across the countryside.
Their house is an honest, hospital place where you will be warmly welcomed by their owners and dogs and can relax on the hammock in the garden.
Hotel recommendation: Uma Casa a Beira Sol
A green feel-good oasis in the middle of Lagos! With a garden full of palm and fruit trees, shaded terraces and totally pretty yet traditional rooms. Each room has its privacy and there is still a total family atmosphere. And the breakfast is amazing.
Quinta Fonte Negro | Algoz
Lagos
As we also stayed in Lagos for some days I collected recommendations for Lagos:
Shopping (Lagos):
- Olaria Nova – For handmade pottery.
- Coast – For clothing from sustainable brands and made of organic cotton.
- Eco & Bulk Store – For groceries, there is even a store selling unpacked goods in Lagos.
Eat (Lagos):
- Fernando – For honest, typical Portuguese food run by a lovely family. We really enjoyed the Cataplana (a Portuguese dish of fish and seafood traditionally cooked in an iron or copper bowl).
- Nah Nah Bah – For the best burgers, all of them are available as veggie or vegan options.
- Estúdio Vegetariano – All vegetarian and vegan homemade comfort food.
- Beats & Burritos – Für leckere Burritos in einer quirligen Bar.
Cataplana at Fernando’s | Lagos
Breakfast (Lagos):
- Abigail‘s – For yummy Açaí Bowls.
- Goji Lounge – Try their generous Avocado Toast or Pancakes prepared with less sugar.
- Coffee and waves – I loved their Fill up smoothie and they also offer generous breakfast plates.
- Black and white coffee – For the best peanut butter banana bowl.
- Goldig Cafe – The best vegan bagels in town.
- Always an option: Having a Pastel de nata or a Queijada at any local pastry shop.
Suggested itinerary for a 2 – 2,5 weeks Portugal road trip
If you want to truly experience different parts of Portugal, you should spend at least two weeks in the country. In our 2,5 weeks, we were able to head north to south with a rental car without any hassle.
If you travel more slowly, you’ll be able to experience the country, its culture, and locals more in-depth. Moreover, always remember: Slower travel is not only less exhausting and less costly for you, but also for the environment.
On our Portugal road trip. we spent more time in nature around Costa Vicentina and the Algarve. It’s the perfect place to round up your Portugal road trip and to enjoy the sea breeze and relax. My suggestion in order to experience different parts of Portugal in two weeks would be the following Portugal itinerary:
- Porto 2-3 days
- Baleal 2-3 days
- Lisbon 2-3 days
- Alentejo & Costa Vicentina (Aljezur / Vila Nova de Milfontes) 3-4 days
- Algarve 3-4 days
If you can extend your trip, I’d suggest spending more time in the southern parts. Or visit the national park around Gerês before heading to Porto.
The small town of Salema | Algarve
Portugal road trip – a wrap up
Portugal in three words: Coast | hospitality | pastries
Did you know? Three facts worth knowing before your visit:
- Women say “thank you” with the word “Obrigado” while men say “Obrigado”.
- Some of the old windmills that you see all over the countryside have been used until the 1970s
- 50% of the world’s cork products stem from Portugal (mostly from around the Monchique mountains)
Favorite photo spot: The cliffs of Arrifana
Favorite food: Zezinha’s homemade apple pie (torta de maça) at Quinta Fonte Negro
Can’t miss: Staying in a Quinta and jumping into the crystal blue water at Algor Seco
Have you done a road trip through Portugal before? If you’d like to share some more tips, leave a comment below!
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How much did this approx cost? Esp the car cost? Thanks :)
Hi Ava,
I just roughly checked the costs of our trip. The rental car was around 350 Euros for 2 weeks.
For the accommodations, we spent an average of 50 Euros per night, some were more, some less (which was in October – so it was low season).
During our time in Portugal, we spent an average of 60-70 € per day on food, activities etc.
All the costs mentioned are for two people.
Hope this helps you with your planning!
Best wishes & enjoy beautiful Portugal!
Jill
Your post brought back memories of visiting Sintra last year around this time! Pena palace was stunning, especially the gardens at the closing time when I was almost the only one exploring the pathways!
Yeah, visits in the early morning or around closing time are the best. Less people and gorgeous light!
I love that Portugal is not only great for beaches and resorts but also has incredible hiking! Some greatly detailed and useful information in this post, amazing!
So true! I also love Portugal’s nature beyond its beaches and cliffs. It’s definitely a great destination for hiking as well.
Such a great guide. Indepth and easy to follow. I hope to follow it one day.
Thanks Sharyn! Glad you liked my guide on a Portugal road trip.