Here’s a detailed travel plan for a two-week trip around Portugal by train:
Day 1-2: Lisbon
Arrive in Lisbon and check into your hotel
Spend your first day exploring the city’s historic neighborhoods, such as Alfama and Bairro Alto
Take a tram ride on Tram 28 to see the city’s main attractions, including Castelo de São Jorge and the Lisbon Cathedral
Visit the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery
Enjoy the local cuisine, such as grilled sardines and pastéis de nata Portuguese custard tarts)
Day 3-4: Sintra
Take the train from Lisbon to Sintra, a picturesque town with many historic palaces and castles
Visit the Pena Palace and the Castle of the Moors
Explore the charming town center and its quaint shops and restaurants
If time allows, take a day trip to the nearby coastal town of Cascais
Day 5-6: Coimbra
Take the train from Sintra to Coimbra, a city known for its historic university and beautiful architecture
Visit the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest universities in Europe
Explore the city’s historic center and its many churches and museums
Take a walk along the Mondego River and enjoy the local cuisine, such as leitão roast suckling pig and arroz de cabidela chicken and rice stew)
Day 7-9: Porto
Take the train from Coimbra to Porto, a vibrant city famous for its port wine
Visit the Ribeira neighborhood, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and take a boat tour on the Douro River
Tour the Port wine cellars and taste the local wine
Visit the Livraria Lello, a historic bookstore that inspired J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series
Explore the city’s many museums and galleries, including the Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Day 10-11: Guimarães
Take the train from Porto to Guimarães, a historic city known as the birthplace of Portugal
Visit the Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza
Explore the city’s medieval center and its many shops and restaurants
Take a day trip to the nearby town of Braga, known for its many churches and religious sites
Day 12-14: Algarve
Take the train from Guimarães to Faro, the capital of the Algarve region
Spend your last few days relaxing on the beach and exploring the coastal towns and villages
Visit the Ria Formosa Natural Park and take a boat tour to see its many species of birds and marine life
Explore the historic town of Lagos and its many beaches and coves
Enjoy the local seafood, such as grilled sardines and cataplana seafood stew)
Day 15: Departure
Take the train back to Lisbon and depart from Portugal.
I hope this travel plan helps you enjoy a fantastic trip to Portugal
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