The Great Cities Tour, 10-day Walking tour from Lisbon to Porto, Portugal

Join one of our certified guides to embark on a unique trip to visit two iconic cites in Portugal, Lisbon and Porto for a lifetime experience.

Group

10 Days

Jun

Intermediate

All levels

Highlights

Visit the historic cities of Lisbon & Porto.
Walk to the beautiful cape of Cabo da Roca.
Visit Guimarães, a historic city regarded as the birthplace of Portugal.

Description

It is not every day that you come across a tour which takes you to not one but two iconic cities in Portugal. Join us as we visit the historic cities of Lisbon and Porto on this unique 10-day tour.

We’ll begin from the hilly, coastal capital city of Lisbon. It is a truly special city with sounds of vintage trams, an open-air gallery of historic heritage and a medley of warm Fado songs. No doubt it is known as the coolest city of Portugal given its free spirit and cool vibe.

This ‘city of light’ which boasts of natural luminosity and effortless charm offers diversity with a touch of tradition. And the cherry on the cake is its pleasant weather. Here, you’ll also appreciate its spectacular architecture and tavern -inspired restaurants.

We have assigned 5 days each to each city. After visiting the beautiful cathedrals, museums and streets of Lisbon, we’ll move to Porto on the sixth day.

Perched at the mouth of river Douro, Porto offers a wonderful atmosphere. This old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historic buildings. We’ll visit few of the many attractions including the iconic Porto cathedral, the famed Port wine lodges, and the Torre dos Clérigos. This city offers a perfect mix of the contemporary with the traditional.

Both these cities are historic, yet modern and during your days here, you’ll be well acquainted by the rich history and the beautiful landscape of this region. Also, don’t forget about the traditional cuisine you’ll get to try here!

So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch now to go on this one of a kind trip in Portugal for an unbelievable experience.

Looking for some more adventure in Portugal? Check out this 8-day walking tour of the East Algarve here.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back

Price details

Price per person for a twin room. A minimum of 2 persons required. Price Includes Airport transfers and 9 Breakfasts. For a single room, the price is 2,190 EUR per person.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lisbon

Transfer to the hotel. Here, we’ll have an orientation walk before dinner at a restaurant close to our hotel.

Day 2: Walk to Bairro Alto and Praça do Comércio

Discover the Bairro Alto district on foot. Walking through this ancient quarter we’ll head towards Praça do Comércio. We may visit Lisbon’s botanical gardens, if time permits.

Day 3: Castelo S. Jorge To Downtown

Descend one of the 7 hills of Lisbon from S. Jorge’s Castle through the Mouraria and Alfama neighbourhoods, past the Cathedral and then
on to downtown.

You’ll see exceptional views on the way including the estuary of the river Tagus.
Our walk will also take us to S Vincente de Fora, a beautiful monastery.

Day 4: Cabo da Roca Walk

Today we walk to the westernmost point of mainland Europe, Cabo da Roca walking along a beautiful rocky coastline. The views from the cape are spectacular.
You’ll see panoromic vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and fantastic views over the Serra de Sintra.

Day 5: Head towards Jerónimos and Belém

Taking our minibus, we’ll reach the monument of Belém Tower, the gateway to the new world. Continuing with the discovery theme, we will walk up to the discovery
monument and the Jeronimos monastery.

Next, we’ll visit the Maritime Museum. If you prefer, you can visit Jeronimos Monastery, the Planetarium or the Aquarium this afternoon instead of the Maritime Museum.

Day 6: Head towards Porto via Nazaré

Today we’ll say farewell to Lisbon and head towards Porto, located on the banks of the Douro River. En route, we will make a stop in the lovely seaside village of Nazaré.

Day 7: Orientation Walk, River Trip & Port Lodge Visit

Today we’ll discover Porto, starting with an orientation walk including a visit to S Bento Station to view the beautifully tiled panels, the Carmo church, Clérigos tower, the frontage
of Lello bookshop and the cathedral. Then we’ll go to Ribeira for lunch.

In the afternoon, we will visit a Port Lodge and enjoy a cruise along the Douro River.

Day 8: Castelo do Queijo Walk

Visit Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle). We’ll further walk all the way to the river Douro estuary.
After lunch, we will head towards the Stock Exchange (Palacio da Bolsa) followed by an optional visit to the S Francisco Church and the catacombs.

Day 9: Guimarães Walk

We’ll visit Guimarães, a charming and historic city regarded as the birthplace of Portugal. We’ll learn about its extensive history. It is also a World Heritage Site.

Day 10: Departure

Depart to your respective homes.

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Lisbon Marriott Hotel Lisbon Portugal

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Hotel VIP Executive Entrecampos Lisbon Portugal

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SANA Executive Hotel Lisbon Portugal

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About the guide

Be Cool

We are Portugal's most trusted walking and cultural company and have been providing services to clients from all over the world for more than 10 years.

All of our trips are fully customisable. We can always work with you to put together exactly what you had in mind. We will listen to you and take care of all the planning and logistics using our local expertise and contacts.

Based on experience, we know that many groups like to mix their activities with some more leisurely aspects, such as good food and cultural highlights. We are happy to put that together for you as well.

Languages

Portuguese | English

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