25 days in Portugal Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Portugal route builder
Start: Miami
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Lisbon
— 7 nights
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Vila Nova de Milfontes
— 2 nights
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Sagres
— 2 nights
Drive
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Lagos
— 1 night
Drive
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Albufeira
— 11 nights
Train to Oriente, Fly to Miami
End: Miami
Thu, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 29
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Lisbon — 7 nights
City of Seven Hills
Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.To find where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Lisbon tour itinerary planner.
Miami, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Miami to Lisbon. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Miami in January, with highs in Lisbon at 59°F and lows at 46°F. You will leave for Vila Nova de Milfontes on the 13th (Fri).
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Vila Nova de Milfontes — 2 nights
Vila Nova de Milfontes is a civil parish in the municipality of Odemira of the Portuguese Alentejo region. To find photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Vila Nova de Milfontes journey planner.
Drive from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Milfontes in 2.5 hours. January in Vila Nova de Milfontes sees daily highs of 58°F and lows of 42°F at night. You'll set off for Sagres on the 15th (Sun).
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Drive from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Milfontes in 2.5 hours. January in Vila Nova de Milfontes sees daily highs of 58°F and lows of 42°F at night. You'll set off for Sagres on the 15th (Sun).
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Sagres — 2 nights
End of the World
Though the town of Sagres has roots in the Portuguese Age of Discovery, it is better known by visitors as a peaceful, rugged resort spot with great surfing beaches.To find maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Sagres trip planner.
Traveling by car from Vila Nova de Milfontes to Sagres takes 2 hours. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Sagres when traveling from Vila Nova de Milfontes in January, with lows around 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Lagos.
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Lagos — 1 night
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Jewel of the Algarve
The allure of the beaches and the town's historical center draw visitors to Lagos, a coastal destination in the Barlavento region of the Algarve.On the 18th (Wed), explore the striking landscape at Ponta da Piedade, enjoy the sea views from Lagos Farol da Ponta da Piedade, then take in the waterfront at Alvor Boardwalk, and finally relax and rejuvenate at Swan Day Spa.
To see traveler tips, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read Lagos online visit planner.
You can drive from Sagres to Lagos in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Lagos are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to drive to Albufeira.
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Albufeira — 11 nights
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Garden of Portugal
Along Portugal's southern Algarve region sits Albufeira, a city boasting 20 beaches for visitors to choose from.Change things up with a short trip to Old Town Faro in Faro (about 42 minutes away).
To see reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Albufeira attractions planner.
Getting from Lagos to Albufeira by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In January, daytime highs in Albufeira are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 48°F. On the 29th (Sun), you'll travel back home.
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Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.
