20 days in Portugal Itinerary

The city of Evora functions as a museum of Roman origins and medieval times.

Step off the beaten path and head to Igreja de Sao Mamede and Ermida de Sao Bras. Visit Convento da Cartuxa and Mother Church of Sta Maria for their historical value. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Evora: Estremoz (Herdade das Servas - Enoturismo & Joao Portugal Ramos Wines). There's still lots to do: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, explore the ancient world of Cromeleque dos Almendres, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Convento dos Loios, and admire the landmark architecture of Garcia de Resende Theater (Evora).

To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Evora day trip planner.

Valletta, Malta to Evora is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Valletta to Evora is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Valletta in September, expect slightly colder with lows of 17°C in Evora. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Sintra.

Surrounded by rolling hills and old mansions and castles, Sintra has become known as the first center of the European Romantic style.

On the 16th (Fri), examine the collection at Museu Condes de Castro, admire the masterpieces at Zazule, then visit a coastal fixture at Santa Marta Lighthouse Museum, and finally steep yourself in history at Chalet da Condessa D’Edla. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take an exotic tour of a safari tour, kick back and relax at Praia das Azenhas do Mar, and then stroll through Lugar das Piscinas das Azenhas do Mar.

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Sintra trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Evora to Sintra takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Evora in September: highs in Sintra hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can fly to Funchal.

The capital of the island of Madeira for more than 500 years, Funchal represents a laid-back city made popular by its historical sites and climate.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sun): take in the waterfront activity at Baia de Camara de Lobos, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sao Sebastiao Church, then trek along Levada Norte, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Igreja do Colegio Sao Joao Evangelista. On the 19th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: trek along Madeira Explorers, view the masterpieces at Lillie Ceramics, then examine the collection at Museu do Brinquedo, then take some stellar pictures from Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio, and finally see some colorful creatures with Salty.

To find maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Funchal trip app.

Getting from Sintra to Funchal by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Traveling from Sintra in September, Funchal is a bit warmer at night with lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can fly to Porto.

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Antiga Cadeia da Relacao, then admire the masterpieces at MMIPO - Museu da Misericordia do Porto, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja de Santo Antonio dos Congregados, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Museu de Arte Sacra da Igreja de Santo Ildefonso. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Half Rabbit, then do a tasting at Churchill's, then learn about winemaking at Pocas Vinhos, and finally don't miss a visit to Capela de Nossa Senhora da Guia.

For maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Porto trip maker website.

Fly from Funchal to Porto in 3.5 hours. Traveling from Funchal in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Porto, with lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can fly to Lagos.

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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Praia dos Tres Irmaos and Praia de Alvor. You'll get in some beach time at Praia do Canavial and Praia do Pinhao. There's much more to do: visit a coastal fixture at Lagos Farol da Ponta da Piedade, stroll through Praia da Batata, kick back and relax at Vau Beach, and delve into the distant past at Estacao Arqueologica Romana da Praia da Luz.

To see where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Lagos trip itinerary builder tool.

You can fly from Porto to Lagos in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Porto in September since evenings lows in Lagos dip to 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Benagil.

For photos, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Benagil holiday app.

You can drive from Lagos to Benagil in an hour. In September in Benagil, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 21°C at night. On the 24th (Sat), you're off to Albufeira.

Along Portugal's southern Algarve region sits Albufeira, a city boasting 20 beaches for visitors to choose from.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): kick back and relax at Praia dos Salgados, stroll through Lagoa dos Salgados, then kick back and relax at Castelo Beach, and finally stroll through Praia da Coelha. On the 26th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Praia dos Aveiros, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, and finally get some thrills out on the water with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure.

For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Albufeira trip planner.

Albufeira is just a stone's throw from Benagil. September in Albufeira sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to drive to Olhao.

Algarve Region's largest fishing port, Olhao occupies a strategically important coastal area inhabited since prehistoric times.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Tue): admire the striking features of Arco da Vila Interpretative Center, contemplate the long history of Arc of Repouso, contemplate the long history of Muralhas de Faro, then gain insight with Far-Eco Tuk, then go for a stroll along the water at Marina de Faro, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Paroquia de Sao Pedro. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora do Rosario, then glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, then enjoy the sand and surf at Cape St. Mary, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at My Secret Beauty & Spa Center.

To find reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Olhao itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Albufeira to Olhao takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in September, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can go by car to Tavira.

Tavira has succeeded at escaping the flood of tourism that has affected other coastal Portuguese towns over the years.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at Nossa Senhora da Assuncao Church, contemplate the long history of Fortaleza de Cacela, then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Alagoa, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia do Cabeço. On the 30th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: enjoy the sand and surf at Costabeach Tavira Island and Tours, pause for some serene contemplation at Ermida de Sao Sebastiao, then identify plant and animal life at Happy Tuk Tours, and finally don't miss a visit to Praca da Republica.

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Tavira is just a short distance from Olhao. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 21°C. You will have some time to spend on the 1st (Sat) before leaving for home.