Phillip and Odette Adventures

Exploring Portugal — Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, and Porto

Highlights

A more photo-rich version of the trip page, with destination images for each stop.

Lisbon tramLisbon
Pena Palace in SintraSintra
Beach in CascaisCascais
Ribeira in PortoPorto

Route Overview

Arrive in Lisbon, explore nearby Sintra and Cascais, then travel north to Porto.

Porto Lisbon Sintra Cascais
This route keeps the trip simple and elegant: one southern base with two easy day trips, then a scenic rail journey north to Porto.

Suggested Itinerary

Days 1–4 • Lisbon

Use Lisbon as your main southern base. Spend time in Alfama, Chiado, and Belém, with room for viewpoints, pastry stops, and one relaxed special dinner.

Day 5 • Sintra

Take the train for a dedicated Sintra day. Focus on one major palace plus one additional sight so the day stays magical instead of rushed.

Day 6 • Cascais

Keep Cascais as your coastal reset day: harbor walk, lunch by the water, and a slower afternoon before returning to Lisbon.

Days 7–9 • Porto

Head north for Porto’s old town, the Douro riverfront, and one or two wine lodges, with plenty of time for scenic evening walks.

Neat Places to Visit

Lisbon

  • São Jorge Castle
  • Jerónimos Monastery
  • Praça do Comércio and the riverfront

Sintra

  • Pena Palace
  • Quinta da Regaleira
  • Moorish Castle

Cascais

  • Marina and harborfront
  • Boca do Inferno
  • Praia da Rainha area

Porto

  • Ribeira district
  • Dom Luís I Bridge
  • São Bento Station

Hotel Ideas

Memmo Alfama ↗

A boutique Lisbon stay with beautiful views and historic character.

Lisboa Pessoa Hotel ↗

A strong central Lisbon base with easy walking access.

Infante Sagres ↗

An elegant historic hotel in Porto with a memorable feel.

Food Experiences

Cervejaria Ramiro ↗

One of Lisbon’s most famous seafood meals.

Pastéis de Belém ↗

The iconic Portuguese custard tart stop in Belém.

Cantinho do Avillez ↗

A polished Portuguese dining choice for a special meal.