{"id":1193,"date":"2016-07-11T06:00:10","date_gmt":"2016-07-11T04:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.routeperfect.com\/?p=1193"},"modified":"2022-12-12T13:10:43","modified_gmt":"2022-12-12T13:10:43","slug":"best-things-portuguese-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/route.hostingwp.co.il\/blog\/best-things-portuguese-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Undiscovered Paradise &#8211;  The Best Things To Do on your Portuguese Holiday!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Undiscovered Paradise &#8211; &nbsp;The Best Things To Do on your Portuguese Holiday<\/h2>\n<p>Welcome to Portugal! This small country is big on character, with stunning views, fabulous beaches, fantastic local vineyards, charming villages and amazing food. We took upon ourselves the challenging task of choosing the best places to visit in Portugal. With so many amazing things to do, narrowing down this list was not easy! So, let&#8217;s start planning your&nbsp;Portuguese Holiday!<\/p>\n<p>What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Start planning your perfect trip to Portugal!<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- Start RoutePerfect embedded trip code --><iframe style=\"border: none; width: 100%; height: 450px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/embedded.php?id=5f51af5f\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Benagil Cave, Portugal<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Benagil Sea Cave is part of a system of caves with the most famous one located a few meters from the fishing town of Benagil. The cave offers romantic seclusion and picturesque scenery, with glimpses of crystal clear water and blue skies. You can get there safely by a boat. If you choose to take a kayak or swim, make sure the ocean is very calm!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1216\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1216\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1216 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_280714730.jpg\" alt=\"Benagil Cave, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"1194\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1216\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Benagil Cave, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Azores Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>These nine spectacular islands will take your breath away and the colors will leave you speechless. Emerald green and sapphire blue, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/azores\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Azores Islands<\/a>&nbsp;were created by volcanic cones. They are serene and picturesque, with each island offering a unique local experience.&nbsp; You can swim with dolphins, do some whale watching or just take in the stunning scenery, and also enjoy some delicious Portuguese tapas while listening to live music. And if you decide to go to Azores on your Portuguese holiday, then take us with you!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1195\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1195\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1195 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_254083921.jpg\" alt=\"Azores Island, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"569\" data-wp-pid=\"1195\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1195\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Azores Island, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Aveiro<\/h3>\n<p><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/centro\/aveiro\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aveiro<\/a><\/u>&nbsp;is a charming little town that has hidden gems at every turn. Known as &#8220;Portuguese Venice&#8221; this picturesque town has beautiful canals, small bridges and colorful houses.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1228\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1228\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1228 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_123341143.jpg\" alt=\"Aveiro, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-wp-pid=\"1196\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1228\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Aveiro, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Madeira Island<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Home to the legendary Ronaldo,&nbsp;<u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/madeira\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=porugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Madeira Island<\/a>&nbsp;<\/u>is an exotic and magical island renowned for its tropical climate and excellent local&nbsp;wine. Tropical gardens, natural swimming pools and vibrant flowers, the scenery changes and gets wilder and wilder as you move through the island. &nbsp;Madeira is what we imagine the Garden of Eden must look like!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1197\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1197\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1197 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_276396710.jpg\" alt=\"Madeira Island, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" data-wp-pid=\"1197\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1197\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Madeira Island, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Barreta Island&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Welcome to paradise! Located in the Ria Formosa National Park, this deserted, uninhibited island shows nature at its best \u2013 raw and wild. In this isolated haven, you have the white, endless, sandy beach all to yourself and cool down in the warm, clear waters while you absorb the peace.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/c\/ca\/Faro_algarve_portugal_ilha_deserta.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-1198\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1198 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Faro_algarve_portugal_ilha_deserta.jpg\" alt=\"Beach in Portugal \" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" data-wp-pid=\"1198\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Cabo Da Roca<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This cliff is the westernmost point of Portugal and Europe. This coordinate is important to sailors and also offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Serra di Sintra and of the ocean.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/cabo-da-roca\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Cabo Da Roca<\/u>&nbsp;<\/a>&nbsp;was considered the edge of the world up until the up until the late 14th century and the isolated light house only adds to the dramatic landscape!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1209\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1209\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1209 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_369486218.jpg\" alt=\"Cabo Da Roca, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" data-wp-pid=\"1209\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1209\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cabo Da Roca, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Douro Valley&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This magical landscape produces some of the best wines in the world. In&nbsp;<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/douro-river\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=porugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Douro Valley<\/a><\/span>&nbsp;you can admire the lush green valley and the flowing river. While joining in on the harvest, visit vineyards and, of course, drink a lot of wonderful, local wine.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1199\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1199\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1199 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_191032958.jpg\" alt=\"Douro Valley, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" data-wp-pid=\"1199\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1199\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Douro Valley, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>Peneda-Ger\u00eas National Park&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A must for all nature lovers on your Portuguese holiday,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/peneda-geres-national-park\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=porugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Peneda-Ger\u00eas<\/a><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/peneda-geres-national-park\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=porugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> National Park&nbsp;<\/a><\/u>&nbsp;is the only national park in Portugal. This huge landscape includes an area of 702.90 squre km. Besides the stunning landscape you can hike, birdwatch, visit castles, camp or visit the little villages in the park for some delicious local food.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1200\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1200\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1200 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_312664736.jpg\" alt=\"Peneda-Ger\u00eas National Park , Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" data-wp-pid=\"1200\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1200\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Peneda-Ger\u00eas National Park , Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Sintra<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/sintra-mountains\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sintra<\/a><\/span> is an exquisite Portuguese town that is located west of Lisbon. This &nbsp;UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its stunning 19<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;Century romantic architecture. Set against green hills, Sintra&#8217;s awe inspiring palaces, castles and manors will make you feel like royalty straight out of a fairy tale.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1204\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1204\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1204 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_219280912.jpg\" alt=\"Sintra, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"1204\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1204\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sintra, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>C<\/strong><strong>apela Dos Ossos (Bone Chapel), Evora<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>No, this is not a scene from a horror movie, the walls and pillars of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/portugal\/alentejo\/evora\/chapel-of-bones\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=porugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Capela Dos Ossos (Bone Chapel)<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;are actually made of skulls and bones. This stunning and shocking chapel was built by Franciscan monks. The cemeteries were over populated and taking up valuable space in Evora, so the bones were moved to the chapel. The monks thought showing the bones instead of burying them would also contribute to accepting death as a part of life. If you like dark tourism, this chapel is a must for your Portuguese holiday!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1207\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1207\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1207 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_266850365.jpg\" alt=\"Capela Dos Ossos (Bone Chapel), Evora, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"1207\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1207\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Capela Dos Ossos (Bone Chapel), Evora, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2569\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2569\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2569 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_259699643.jpg\" alt=\"Porto, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2569\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2569\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Porto, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2570\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2570\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2570 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_297177431.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Marta Lighthouse and Museum in Cascais, Portugal\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-wp-pid=\"2570\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2570\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Santa Marta Lighthouse and Museum in Cascais, Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2572\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2572\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/?cc=pt&amp;title=Plan%20Your%20Perfect%20Trip%20In%20Portugal&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=portugal%20&amp;utm_campaign=portugal%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2572 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/shutterstock_254083597.jpg\" alt=\"Lake of Sete Cidades, Azores, Portugal \" width=\"1000\" height=\"539\" data-wp-pid=\"2572\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2572\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lake of Sete Cidades, Azores, Portugal Europe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>How many of these have you visited? Let us know in the comments!&nbsp;If you dream of planning a vacation for you and your love ones, but have no idea where to start, use our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeperfect.com\/\">trip itinerary planner<\/a><\/strong> and you&#8217;ll see how easy it is!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>You might also like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress-654234-3125347.cloudwaysapps.com\/best-things-portuguese-holiday\/\">The 7 Most Charming Small Towns in Portugal<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><!-- End RoutePerfect embedded trip code --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Undiscovered Paradise &#8211; &nbsp;The Best Things To Do on your Portuguese Holiday Welcome to Portugal! This small country is big on character, with stunning views, fabulous beaches, fantastic local vineyards, charming villages and amazing food. We took upon ourselves the challenging task of choosing the best places to visit in Portugal. 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