Portugal is a much sought after destination, perhaps because of the ease of the language, and the numerous cities and tourist attractions that the country offers.
Of course, before starting your trip, it is important to plan a few things in advance.
For example, how much does a trip to Portugal cost, which cities to go to and rent a car.
Of the European countries, Portugal is the cheapest to travel. With 10 euros you can have lunch and for less than 20 euros dinner.
With 25 euros you can get a good value for money accommodation.
Of course it all depends on where, this value is for cities like Coimbra and Évora.
But to consider in your planning, about 60 euros per day per person, of course everything will depend on the attractions you will visit, not to mention shopping and souvenirs and car and gasoline rental.
When is the best time to visit Portugal?
For those who enjoy the beach, May and October is the best time, but it is good to know that it is high season and can get crowded with tourists.
For those who enjoy winter, November to April temperatures are milder than in the rest of Europe.
If you go in the summer, be sure to visit the beaches of the Costa Vicentina and the boat trips through the Algarve.
How many days to stay in Portugal?
Portugal surprises with its diversity of landscapes, architecture and gastronomy.
For a good itinerary, the ideal is at least 15 days, set aside about 5 days to get to know the north of the country, Porto, the Douro region and small towns.
5 days to tour Lisbon, Cascais and Sintra, and the other 5 days to discover the south of the country, where the Alentejo and Algarve regions are located.
Setting up a good script is ideal
It is possible to visit several regions of Portugal in 15 days, from north to south of the country.
With a well-planned itinerary, it is possible in 15 days to travel from Lisbon to the south, and from Lisbon to the north.
In the first week it is possible to stay in Lisbon and Belém, 3 days and 2 nights, then go to Costa Vicentina, Odeceixe, Vila Nova Milfontes to Sagres in 1 day.
In the second week you can visit Arrábida National Park from Lisbon to the north, 1 day and 1 night.
Porto 2 days and 2 nights and finally Régua and Pinhão, but staying overnight in Guimarães.
Guimarães is considered the cultural capital of Portugal, it was where the unification of Portugal to become a kingdom began.
But why go to Portugal?
Because Portugal has a very rich culture, beautiful scenery, the gastronomy is fantastic and makes any diet come to an end.
Cities are a charm, and no matter the size, the mansions and century-old buildings transform the atmosphere into something very special.
Portugal looks like something out of a movie, with its panoramic views and breathtaking alleys.
And you can be sure, Portugal hooks you first by the mouth, and it’s not just cod that the cuisine is made of, there is a variety of dishes, fish and seafood.
In addition to the cheeses and cold cuts that make you want to take them all, the oils and sweets are simply fantastic.
And of course, we can’t forget about wines, as Portugal produces some of the most famous wines in the world, such as vinho verde and port.
Do you like Beaches?
Portugal has incredible beaches, and it is one of the most coveted places in the European summer, when it is very hot.
Algarve is one of the most beautiful regions, its beaches Dona Ana and Marina are true paradises.
In Portugal, despite having snow, it has a Mediterranean climate which means less cold winters, and for those who prefer heat, temperatures in Portugal usually rise before the rest of the continent leaves the intense cold season. Which means, the heat is guaranteed.
Portugal is a small country, but this guarantees ease of transportation, tourists can travel from north to south.
You will certainly be very well received, as the Portuguese are very hospitable.
Portugal knows how to preserve its rich history very well, you will find well-curated museums, both in history and in art, in addition to the monumental buildings and churches.
In Lisbon, there is the Naval Museum that tells everything about the great navigations, showing, of course, vessels used by the Portuguese royal family.
Portuguese architecture is breathtaking, and these are just a few samples of everything the country has to offer.
As it is a cheaper destination in times of crisis, it is a country that is well worth knowing and that will surely make you fall in love.
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