From Riverfronts to Coastlines: Porto, Algarve & Lisbon by Rail
9 Day Tour
$3,487
Arrive at Porto Airport and travel by metro rail to your centrally located hotel. The remainder of the day is free to explore Porto at your own pace, wandering the UNESCO-listed historic centre, riverside quarters along the Douro, and atmospheric streets lined with red-roofed buildings.
Distance: ~11–15 km | Travel time: ~30–40 min
Overnight in Porto
After breakfast, join a guided walking tour of Porto, visiting key landmarks including Porto Cathedral, São Bento Railway Station, the Stock Exchange Palace, and the exterior of Livraria Lello. Conclude with a visit to a traditional Port wine cellar for a tasting. The afternoon and evening are free for independent exploration.
Distance: ~3–5 km | Travel time: ~3–4 hrs (walking & local access)
Overnight in Porto
Enjoy a full-day journey into the Douro Valley, Portugal’s first wine-demarcated region. Experience terraced vineyards and river landscapes, with a scenic cruise, winery visits, tastings, and lunch before returning to Porto in the evening.
Distance: ~120–160 km | Travel time: ~7–9 hrs (rail & river experience)
Overnight in Porto
Board your intercity or high-speed train to Lisbon. On arrival, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring neighbourhoods such as Belém, Ribeira das Naus, or panoramic viewpoints across the city.
Distance: ~310–335 km | Travel time: ~3–3.5 hrs
Overnight in Lisbon
Depart Lisbon on a full-day guided excursion. Explore Sintra, including the exterior of Pena Palace and the historic centre, before continuing to the coastal town of Cascais. Return to Lisbon with a panoramic city tour covering major squares and viewpoints.
Distance: ~90–110 km | Travel time: ~6–7 hrs
Overnight in Lisbon
Travel south by intercity or high-speed train to the Algarve. On arrival, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy free time to relax and begin exploring the region’s beaches, cliffs, and coastal towns.
Distance: ~280–320 km | Travel time: ~4–4.5 hrs
Overnight in the Algarve
A full day at leisure to explore the Algarve. Use regional rail to visit coastal towns, relax on golden beaches, or join optional boat trips, hikes, or water-based activities.
Distance: ~40–120 km | Travel time: ~1.5–4 hrs
Overnight in the Algarve
Another day at leisure in the Algarve. Relax at the beach, explore historic towns, enjoy scenic coastal walks, or simply unwind at your hotel.
Distance: ~20–80 km | Travel time: ~1–3 hrs
Overnight in the Algarve
After breakfast, return by train to Lisbon. On arrival, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy free time for final sightseeing or shopping.
Distance: ~280–320 km | Travel time: ~4–4.5 hrs
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Guests may request upgrades to 5-Star hotels. Upgraded options are subject to availability and additional costs.
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