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15 Day Trips in Portugal Worth the Early Start

53 day trips  ·  from $37 a seat

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 day trips in Portugal justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide over breakfast and still make the pickup.

Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Daytrip - Riding from Lisbon to Sintra
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Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Daytrip

1.Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Daytrip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,981 reviews · from $91Our pick

Join Tugatrips Tours for an 8-hour trip from Lisbon to Pena Palace, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, and Cascais. Guides such as Hugo, João, Inês, Rodrigo, and Paolo bring history and local tips to the route. Choose a shared van or private option, with palace gardens or interior access depending on your ticket.

“Susana is an excellent guide An’s we have enjoyed a lot . Share shared a lot of information while on the trip . Go ahead”

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Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon - Sintra’s historic center and local pastries
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Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

2.Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,018 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Travel from Lisbon in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking guide to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Guincho Beach, and Cascais. Choose whether palace tickets are included. Guides such as Joao, Orlando, Fabio, and Ana add local history and practical tips.

“The guide, Orlando, was excellent. But I was pretty disappointed to learn that the 21 euros or so I paid extra for the Park palace tickets was a total ripoff. The guide knew nothing about this and I was the only one who brought it up. Otherwise a good day for the money but those tickets were outright fraud. Until I get refunded for those I’m gonna have to recommend staying away from this one.”

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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip - Meeting near Porto Cathedral
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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

3.From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,951 reviews · 9 hours · from $59

Meet near Porto Cathedral for a nine-hour small-group trip through the Minho region. You’ll visit Guimarães Castle and its UNESCO-listed center, Braga Cathedral, and Bom Jesus do Monte. Guides such as Tânia, Pedro, Carlos, and Bernardo are praised for clear history and helpful local tips.

“Amazing guide with Paulo M and amazing, beautiful towns. So glad I did this tour!”

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Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon - Batalha’s royal tombs and Gothic stonework
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Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

4.Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,444 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $77

Travel from Lisbon in an air-conditioned minivan with up to eight people, stopping at Fátima’s sanctuary, Batalha Monastery, Nazaré’s cliffs, and medieval Óbidos. Your guide explains Portugal’s religious and royal past, recommends lunch, and leads a Ginja tasting.

“There were 4 of us and knowing the weather was going to be poor… we still had an amazing time. Our guide Maria knew the areas so well and she was extremely engaging and fun. We loved each of the areas. We really wanted to see Nazare for the surfing and we could not see anything due to fog. Óbidos was a huge surprise and so interesting!! Highly recommend this trip and hope you receive Maria as your guide.”

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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto - Bom Jesus and its remarkable staircase
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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

5.Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,552 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend about nine hours exploring Braga and Guimarães from Porto in an air-conditioned minibus. Your guide connects Portugal’s early story to Bom Jesus, Braga Cathedral, Guimarães Castle, and the UNESCO-listed old town. Expect guided walks, free time for lunch, and a group of up to 27 people.

“I was very satisfied. We were given enough time with the guide as well as to look around on our own. The guide was very good.”

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From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip - Câmara de Lobos and the first coastal views
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From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip

6.From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,067 reviews · 8 hours · from $37Best value

Spend eight hours crossing West Madeira with a multilingual guide and hotel pickup. See Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Fanal Forest, Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and São Vicente, with time for a volcanic-pool swim when conditions allow.

“A excellent experience! The guide/driver was very friendly, and the route was excellent. We explored almost all of western Madeira in one day. Highly recommended.”

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From Lisbon: Day Trip to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré - Óbidos, 45 minutes inside medieval walls
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From Lisbon: Day Trip to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré

7.From Lisbon: Day Trip to Porto, Óbidos, and Nazaré

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,311 reviews · 12 hours · from $97

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Lisbon to Óbidos, Nazaré, and Porto. Walk Óbidos with a local guide, see Nazaré’s Forte de São Miguel and ocean views, then explore Porto’s UNESCO-listed center, São Bento Station, churches, bridges, and the Douro. Guides may include Paulo, Ricardo, Gui, Pedro, or Rui.

“A bit rush. Maybe make it 30-45 longer, places are crowded so we need more time otherwise great experience!”

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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença - Crossing into Galicia and meeting the Camino
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Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

8.Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 883 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Porto into Spain for free time at Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and the old town, then return through Portugal for a guided visit to Valença Fortress. Expect a 10-hour minibus trip, commentary en route, and a group of up to 27 people.

“Susanna was a great host, driver, entertainer and guide. The tour company was very professional even thought they could not make the day I wanted the alternative was even better since I got to meet Susanna. Santiago de Compostela is a must see. The day trip worked since I did not have a lot of time in the region. The cathedral is beautiful we got there in time to look around and enjoy a mass. There are lots of hidden gems if you have time to walk around. Recommend!!!!”

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From Lisbon: Fatima Batalha Nazare & Obidos Small Group Day Trip - Fátima: a solemn first stop
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From Lisbon: Fatima Batalha Nazare & Obidos Small Group Day Trip

9.From Lisbon: Fatima Batalha Nazare & Obidos Small Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 533 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $101

Spend about nine hours beyond Lisbon with a guide such as Bruno, António, Anabela, or Eros, visiting Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré, and Óbidos. Expect a mix of religious sites, Gothic architecture, seaside views, and free time, with transport in an air-conditioned vehicle and lunch at your own cost.

“Small group and the tour guide very knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Loved Obidos, small medieval town. Also the beach town of Nazare.”

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Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting - Setúbal market or Palmela Castle
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Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting

10.Arrabida and Sesimbra Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 494 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Leave Lisbon for Setúbal, Arrábida Natural Park, and Sesimbra with a local guide such as Xavier, Pedro, or Maria. Visit two wineries, taste six Portuguese wines, stop at a market or Palmela Castle, enjoy free time by the sea, and finish at Cristo Rei.

“Love the small group Just enough balance between sightseeing and wine tasting Plenty of time for lunch but not wasted time Excellent tour Gonsacles(spelling?) was awesome!”

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From Porto: Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways Guided Day Trip - The drive from Porto to Arouca
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From Porto: Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways Guided Day Trip

11.From Porto: Arouca 516 and Paiva Walkways Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 456 reviews · 9 hours · from $135

Travel from Porto in a small group of up to eight with an English-speaking guide such as Daniel, Pedro, or Maia. Cross the 175-meter-high Arouca 516 bridge, walk 8 kilometers beside the Paiva River, taste Arouca sweets, and finish with a hearty regional lunch.

“Thrilling and awesome experience. Would recommend 100%. Had an amazing day with Maia.”

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Lisbon: Arrábida and Sesimbra Day Trip with Wine - Starting in Lisbon and crossing the Vasco da Gama Bridge
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Lisbon: Arrábida and Sesimbra Day Trip with Wine

12.Lisbon: Arrábida and Sesimbra Day Trip with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 366 reviews · 8 hours · from $75

Spend eight hours south of Lisbon with a live guide, visiting Palmela, Arrábida Natural Park, Portinho beach, Sesimbra, Azeitão wineries, and Christ the King. Expect two distinct wine stops, free time for lunch, a small-group van, and guides such as Tomás, Rui, Antonio, or Nuno depending on the departure.

“What a wonderful day! Our guide was enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable and passionate about wine. A must do if you are here to experience the local wines. We highly recommend this tour!”

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Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Cascais Day Trip from Lisbon - Sintra Village, the gentle beginning
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Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Cascais Day Trip from Lisbon

13.Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Cascais Day Trip from Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $107

Travel from Lisbon in an air-conditioned vehicle to Sintra, Pena Palace, Cabo da Roca, Cascais, and Estoril. Expect a small group of up to 14 people, hotel pickup, a driver-guide, free time, and optional help inside Pena Palace. Guides include Pedro, Carlos, Sonia, Miguel, Jorge, and Ana.

“Scenic, historic and informative. Our guide, Gonçalo, was charming, local and knowledgeable. The lunch suggestion was delicious.”

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From Lisbon: Sintra Sights, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Day Trip - The 45-minute ride from Lisbon
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From Lisbon: Sintra Sights, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Day Trip

14.From Lisbon: Sintra Sights, Cabo da Roca, & Cascais Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 361 reviews · from $58

Travel from Lisbon by van with a guide such as David, Emanuel, Sara, João, Bruno, or Rodrigo. Visit Pena Palace, taste a Sintra pastry, see Quinta da Regaleira, reach Cabo da Roca, and stroll Cascais. Palace entry and meals cost extra.

“I really liked everything. Small group, great guide, we had a plenty of time to explore the places. My recommendation!”

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Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip - Crossing the bridge to Arrábida
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Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip

15.Lisbon: Arrábida Natural Park and Sesimbra Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 232 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Spend eight hours beyond Lisbon with a small group or privately, led in English or Portuguese by guides such as Nuno or João. See Cabo Espichel, Sesimbra Castle, Saint Margareth Cave, Portinho da Arrábida, Setúbal, and golden beaches, with time for fresh fish and swimming.

“The Guide Nuno was great and extremely knowledgeable!! I enjoyed the trip”

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