Please critique my Portugal itinerary
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Please critique my Portugal itinerary
I am in the very early planning stages of a trip to Portugal in June. First of all, thank you to all who posted trip reports on Portugal. I appreciate the time it took to provide so much info! Here's my rough plan:
June 11-15 Lisbon
June 15-18 Salema
June 18019 Evora
June 19-20 Obidos
June 20-21 Nazare (Alcobaca, Batalha,Fatima)
June 21-24 Porto
I am wondering if this is too much or not enough time in each place. Also, I am thinking of stopping for a nite in Coimbra, and maybe taking a day from Porto.
Any suggestions or advice would be really appreciated! Thanks in advance! pp
June 11-15 Lisbon
June 15-18 Salema
June 18019 Evora
June 19-20 Obidos
June 20-21 Nazare (Alcobaca, Batalha,Fatima)
June 21-24 Porto
I am wondering if this is too much or not enough time in each place. Also, I am thinking of stopping for a nite in Coimbra, and maybe taking a day from Porto.
Any suggestions or advice would be really appreciated! Thanks in advance! pp
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Is there a particular reason why you chose to stay in Salema? I know the Rick Steves guide recommends it, but that is such a small and off-the-beaten path place with nothing else to do besides lay by the beach. It is a charming little place, but I'd combine that with a visit to Sagres and Lagos.
I don't see Sintra listed -- don't miss it when you're staying in Lisbon. I think that's the major highlight of Portugal if you're looking for an atmospheric, beautiful, and historical place with plenty of sights.
The http://www.golisbon.com site has all the information on Sagres, Lagos, and Sintra.
I don't see Sintra listed -- don't miss it when you're staying in Lisbon. I think that's the major highlight of Portugal if you're looking for an atmospheric, beautiful, and historical place with plenty of sights.
The http://www.golisbon.com site has all the information on Sagres, Lagos, and Sintra.
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Thank you for the reply! We plan to have a car in Salema, and plan to visit the places you mention. Do you have an apartment/hotel you would recommend? Also, we are planning on a day trip from Lisbon to Sintra. We're also thinking of Caiscas(sp?). What are your thoughts on that? Thank you very much for your help! pp




