Overview
Join this perfectly created, eight-day self-drive tour and discover the real Portugal from head to toe. Begin with exploring Oporto, an exquisite UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its rich history and the sweet, flavourful Porto wine. Catch a glimpse of Fatima, an important centre of pilgrimage, visit the beautiful Monastery in Batalha and the majestic Convent in Mafra. Then, adventure yourself into Portugal´s bustling capital, Lisbon. Visit its main landmarks such as Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, the Discoveries Monument or Sao Jorge Castle, and stroll the beautifully arranged alleys of Alfama and Bairro Alto. Continue your journey by visiting Sintra and stop at Cabo da Roca, the most western point in Europe. End your trip in captivating Algarve, on the extreme South of Portugal.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Subject to an excess, road tax & VAT
- Meet and greet on day 1
- Car Rental (includes: Unlimited Mileage, Road Assistance 24 hr, Super Collision Damage Waiver (SCDW)
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly
- In the programme, including drinks during meals
- Tips and porterage
- Airport service fee
- Any charges not mentioned in the included items
- International flights
- All types of travel or personal insurance
- Fuel, Fines, Tolls, Parking
- Tour guide
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
Day 1 : ARRIVAL OPORTO
1 Stop
Day 2 : OPORTO
1 Stop
Day 3 : OPORTO – LISBON (345km – 3.5 hrs)
1 Stop
Day 4 : LISBON
1 Stop
Day 5 : LISBON – LAGOS (305km– 3.5 hrs)
1 Stop
Day 6 : LAGOS
1 Stop
Day 7 : LAGOS
1 Stop
Day 8 : LAGOS - DEPART FARO
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed
- Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
- Due to the fleet updating, the models of Car Hire can be replaced by similar ones
- It is necessary that the client presents a credit card for Car Hire
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Portugal. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- subject to an excess, road tax & VAT.
- Meet and greet on day 1.
- Car Rental (includes: Unlimited Mileage, Road Assistance 24 hr, Super Collision Damage Waiver (SCDW).
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly.
- in the programme, including drinks during meals.
- Tips and porterage.
- Airport service fee.
- Any charges not mentioned in the included items.
- International flights.
- All types of travel or personal insurance.
- Fuel, Fines, Tolls, Parking.
- Tour guide.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 8 Day Portugal North and South Self-Drive from Oporto is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 8 Day Portugal North and South Self-Drive from Oporto will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Subject to an excess, road tax & VAT
- Meet and greet on day 1
- Car Rental (includes: Unlimited Mileage, Road Assistance 24 hr, Super Collision Damage Waiver (SCDW)
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly
- In the programme, including drinks during meals
- Tips and porterage
- Airport service fee
- Any charges not mentioned in the included items
- International flights
- All types of travel or personal insurance
- Fuel, Fines, Tolls, Parking
- Tour guide
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed
- Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice
- Due to the fleet updating, the models of Car Hire can be replaced by similar ones
- It is necessary that the client presents a credit card for Car Hire
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Portugal. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
