01Two cities and a worthwhile extension
Lisbon and Porto are a useful starting point for a first visit. We then decide whether to add the Douro, a day trip or time on the coast. The final combination depends on your actual nights and how much time you want to spend travelling between places.
02Location, hills and mobility
We do not choose hotels by map distance alone. We review access, hills, nearby transport and your planned activities. Large luggage, children and mobility requirements all inform the accommodation and transfer choices.
03Wine, food and unhurried time
For a Douro extension we compare duration, departure point, transfers and activity conditions. Booking an experience does not mean filling every day. We leave time for walks, meals and neighbourhoods, with alternatives for travellers who do not want winery visits.