11 days in Spain, Portugal & Germany Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Barcelona is known for parks, nightlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, see the interesting displays at Carrer del Mirador del Palau Nacional, appreciate the extensive heritage of El Barri Gòtic, and make a trip to The Magic Fountain.

To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Barcelona trip site.

London, UK to Barcelona is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. When traveling from London in December, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Barcelona: temperatures range from °C by day to °C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can travel to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira & Park and National Palace of Pena). There's much more to do: make a trip to Belém Tower, take a stroll through Alfama, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos.

For reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Lisbon tour planner.

You can fly from Barcelona to Lisbon in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Barcelona to Lisbon, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. December in Lisbon sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to travel to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Berlin is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind Brandenburg Gate, ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, examine the collection at Topography of Terror, and contemplate the long history of East Side Gallery.

For photos, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Berlin day trip website.

Fly from Lisbon to Berlin in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel back home.