5-Day Portugal Journey: Lisbon, Sintra, Evora for Couples
Discover Portugal's historical and coastal highlights with a personalized 5-day itinerary.
Duration: 5 days
Region: Lisbon & Centre
From 2250 EUR per person
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 — Lisbon's Key Sights & Riverside Experience
This itinerary takes you through Lisbon, from its historical center to its scenic waterfront. You will see major monuments, explore local districts, and taste regional specialties.
- Visit Jeronimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Access Parque Eduardo VII for city views.
- Walk through Alfama's historic alleys.
- Taste original Pasteis de Belem.
Day 2 — Sintra, Cabo da Roca & Cascais Exploration
Travel to Sintra to see its palaces, then continue to the cliffs at Cabo da Roca, and finish in the coastal town of Cascais. The drive is approximately 40 minutes from Lisbon to Sintra.
- Tour Pena Palace in the Sintra hills.
- Stroll through Sintra's historic village.
- Visit Cabo da Roca, mainland Europe's westernmost point.
- Explore Cascais, a former fishing village.
Day 3 — Alentejo Region: Evora & Monsaraz
Explore the Alentejo region, including the ancient city of Evora and the hilltop village of Monsaraz. The journey from Lisbon to Evora takes about 1.5 hours.
- Participate in an Alentejo wine tasting.
- Explore Monsaraz, a fortified village with expansive views.
- Tour Evora's UNESCO-listed city center.
- Walk through Evora's medieval quarter lanes.
Day 4 — Tomar & Almourol: Knights Templar Sites
This tour focuses on the Knights Templar history, visiting their former headquarters in Tomar and the castle of Almourol. Tomar is approximately 1.5 hours north of Lisbon.
- Visit Convento de Cristo in Tomar, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Walk the historic streets of Tomar, a former Templar stronghold.
- Observe Almourol Castle on its Tagus River island.
- Learn about the history of knights and ancient orders.
Day 5 — Fatima, Nazare & Obidos Tour
Visit Fatima, then proceed to the coastal town of Nazare, and conclude the day in the medieval town of Obidos. Fatima is about a 1 hour 20 minute drive from Lisbon.
- Experience the Sanctuary of Fatima.
- View the ocean and cliffs in Nazare.
- Explore Obidos, a walled medieval town.
- Taste Ginjinha liqueur in a chocolate cup.