Portugal
Portugal is not a very large country but has a lot of things to do and see. This itinerary starts in the capital and visits Porto, Braga, Coimbra and Faro. Both the Lisbon and Faro itineraries include a day trip to a near-by place.
Itinerary assumptions
You will fly into Lisbon and fly out of Faro You will stay in budget hotels or hostels easy to reach by public transportation. Book in advance unless you plan to pay
Lisbon doesn’t lack things to do and 3 days are just enough to get a taste of the city , visiting some of the most important and interesting sights. The following itinerary offers some ideas to plan three days in the city.
Itinerary assumptions:
You will be flying in and out of Lisbon You will be using the public transportation or walk to get around the city You will be staying in a hotel or hostel close to
Sharing the Iberian Peninsula, the Spanish and Portuguese cuisines have many similarities, but they also bare great differences. Both have been influenced by the Greek cuisine, though, but the Celtic, Moorish and Beriberi ways of cooking can also be found in the Portuguese dishes. The Portuguese dishes are closely related to the Mediterranean cuisine.
A rule of thumb is to stay away from the touristy places and choose a restaurant which is popular among locals. That’s where you’ll find the
Lisbon , the capital of Portugal, is a vibrant European city, offering stunning views of the Atlantic. It is also an excellent base for exploring the near-by cities and attractions, such as Sintra and its Moorish castle. Aside from the castle, Sintra is also home to Pena Palace. The surrounding hills as well as the historical center are UNESCO Heritage Sites.
Quick summary
The easiest way to get from Lisbon to Sintra is by train. There are trains departing
Faro is the main gateway into the Algarve region of Portugal and although it is generally overcrowded by tourists pretty much year-round, it is also quite popular among budget travelers who use it as a base for exploring other cities in the area or traveling to Spain. In fact, the Far to Seville route is very popular among backpackers and budget travelers, in general.
Seville is the cultural and financial capital of Southern Spain and also a top destination
Faro is the main gateway into the Algarve region and also home to the closest airport to Lagos . Faro is generally over crowded with tourists pretty much year-round, but it is also a good base for exploring Southern Portugal as well as a gateway into picturesque cities, such as Lagos.
Quick summary
Bus tickets are cheaper than train tickets but not by a lot. Both are good options for those looking for a way to get
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