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Japan or Portugal?

Japan and Portugal side by side: recommended length, best time, daily budget, highlights and which one suits whom.

Mount Fuji seen through cherry blossoms

Asia

Japan

A city that runs on time, and the quiet that comes with an early start.

Region
Asia
Best time
Late March–mid-April, November
Daily budget
120–190 €
Language
Japanese
Currency
Japanese yen (¥)
Cities covered
2

Places to see

  • Shibuya and the side streets (Tokyo)
  • The Meguro canal (Tokyo)
  • Pagoda street (Kyoto)

Cities

  • Tokyo — 4–5 days
  • Kyoto — 3 days
Colorful houses and boats along the river in Porto

Europe

Portugal

Portugal is a destination filled with historical and natural beauties.

Region
Europe
Best time
April–October
Daily budget
80–150 €
Language
Portuguese
Currency
Euro
Cities covered
2

Places to see

  • Lisbon (Lisbon)
  • Porto (Porto)
  • Sintra (Sintra)
  • Cascais (Cascais)
  • Évora (Évora)
  • Coimbra (Coimbra)

Cities

  • Lisbon — 3–4 days
  • Porto — 2 days
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Which one for whom?

Why Japan?

Tokyo is pace. Kyoto is a breath. You can have both. A JR Pass is not required on every route.

Japan tires you less than you expect. What tires you is packing every neighborhood into the same day. In Tokyo, one neighborhood is a day. In Kyoto, a temple path walked before the crowd arrives is a different city.

Why Portugal?

Portugal is an ideal place to visit between April and October. It is generally enjoyed with a stay of 5-7 days. You can plan your trip with your group of friends and make decisions together.

Portugal is a destination rich in historical and cultural wealth located in the southwest of Europe. Recommended to be visited between April and October, Portugal hosts many beauties ready to be explored over 5-7 days. By planning your travel as a group, you can make decisions together and create an itinerary based on everyone's interests. This way, your trip will be more enjoyable and organized.