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Cox & Kings · Tailor-Made Journey

Porto to Lisbon by Rail

Seven days in Porto and Lisbon, connected by the Alfa Pendular high-speed train

Illustration of Porto to Lisbon by Rail

Cox & Kings' seven-day tailor-made journey pairs Portugal's second city with its capital, connected by the Alfa Pendular high-speed train. You begin in Porto with three nights at the Hospes Infante de Sagres, a luxury property in the UNESCO-listed historical centre. A guided morning walk introduces the Clérigos Tower and riverside Ribeira district; on day 3 you are free to explore further or take an optional cruise through the wine-producing Douro valley. On day 4, the high-speed train carries you south to Lisbon in under three hours. Your next three nights are at the Palácio do Governador, with a morning tour of the Portuguese capital's architecture, museums, and restaurants, followed by leisure time to wander the city on foot or aboard its famous yellow trams. International flights, private transfers, and an English-speaking representative (if required) complete the package.

What to know before you look closer

  • The trip includes international flights from the UK, making this a full package rather than a rail-focused journey; rail comprises one segment of seven days
  • Days 3 and 6 are largely unstructured leisure time; the Douro cruise and Sintra Palace excursion are optional extras not confirmed as included in the base price

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Porto

    Fly from the UK to Porto.

    Transfer to the Hotel Infante de Sagres, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, for a three-night stay.

  2. Day 2overnight: Porto

    Porto

    Enjoy a morning walking tour of Porto, starting from your hotel. Portugal's second largest city was built overlooking the mouth of the Douro river – an outstanding urban landscape with a UNESCO-listed historical centre. Highlights include the Clérigos Tower, Avenida dos Aliados and the Ribera district on the shoreline.

  3. Day 3overnight: Porto

    Porto

    Your day is at leisure to further explore Porto. Alternatively, take a cruise in the bucolic Douro valley, famed for its production of wine and port.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Lisbon

    Lisbon

    Your morning is at leisure. In the early afternoon, take the Alfa Pendular high-speed train to Lisbon (a journey of approximately three hours). On arrival, transfer to the Palácio do Governador for a three-night stay.

  5. Day 5overnight: Lisbon

    Lisbon

    Take a morning tour of the Portuguese capital with a driver-guide. Enjoy Lisbon's colourful architecture, world-class museums and excellent restaurants. We recommend making time to explore the National Tile Museum, and the Lisbon Aquarium in Parque das Nações.

  6. Day 6overnight: Lisbon

    Lisbon

    Your day is at leisure to enjoy Lisbon. Explore the city on foot, or aboard one of the capital's iconic yellow trams. Alternatively, take a day excursion to Sintra Palace and Cascais.

  7. Day 7

    Fly back to the UK.

    Transfer to Lisbon airport and catch your departure flight home.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Morning walking tour of Porto's UNESCO-listed historical centre, including the Clérigos Tower, Avenida dos Aliados, and the Ribeira district overlooking the Douro river mouth
  • Day 3Optional scenic cruise through the Douro valley, famed for wine and port production
  • Day 4Alfa Pendular high-speed train journey from Porto to Lisbon, approximately three hours
  • Day 5Morning tour of Lisbon with a driver-guide covering the city's colourful architecture, museums including the National Tile Museum, and Parque das Nações

Included

  • Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
  • Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle
  • Rail travel between Porto & Lisbon
  • The support (if required) of an English-speaking local representative
  • Local guides & entrance fees where applicable
  • International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
  • UK departure and overseas airport taxes

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Cox & Kings includes the Alfa Pendular high-speed train journey from Porto to Lisbon, scheduled for the morning of day 4, approximately three hours. International flights are also included.
What kind of hotels are these?
The Hospes Infante de Sagres in Porto is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World; the Palácio do Governador in Lisbon is similarly luxury-tier. You stay three nights in each city.
Is this an escorted tour?
No. Cox & Kings describes this as a tailor-made journey with the optional support of an English-speaking local representative. Private transfers and guided walks are provided, but you are not part of a group.
How much walking is involved?
The activity level is rated moderate. The itinerary includes walking tours of both cities and leisure time to explore on foot or by tram; most days include unguided leisure hours.
What is the price and when does it run?
From GBP 2,895 (approximately USD 3,866) per person in April; GBP 2,950 in June. Pricing shown is for these months; confirm other date availability with Cox & Kings.
What is not included?
The evidence does not itemise meals beyond 'itinerary & meal basis as described'; confirm meal inclusions directly. Optional excursions such as the Douro cruise or Sintra Palace day trip are not explicitly listed as included.

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