18 days in Portugal & Spain Itinerary
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Start: Sarnia, Canada
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Portimao, Portugal
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Seville, Spain
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Ronda, Spain
— 2 nights
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Nerja, Spain
— 2 nights
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Granada, Spain
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Madrid, Spain
— 2 nights
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Barcelona, Spain
— 3 nights
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End: Sarnia, Canada
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Lisbon, Portugal — 2 nights
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City of Seven Hills
Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): admire the masterpieces at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, and then take a stroll through Alfama. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, make a trip to Belém Tower, then meet the residents at Lisbon Oceanarium, and finally see the interesting displays at Museu Nacional do Azulejo.
For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Lisbon route planning website.
Sarnia, Canada to Lisbon is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sarnia to Lisbon is 5 hours. While traveling from Sarnia, expect somewhat warmer days and much warmer nights in Lisbon, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can go by car to Portimao.
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For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Lisbon route planning website.
Sarnia, Canada to Lisbon is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sarnia to Lisbon is 5 hours. While traveling from Sarnia, expect somewhat warmer days and much warmer nights in Lisbon, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can go by car to Portimao.
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Portimao, Portugal — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 4th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia Gale, then stroll through Praia dos Olhos de Água, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia da Falesia. Here are some ideas for day two: add some adventure to your tour with Wildwatch Algarve, kick back and relax at Praia da Marinha, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Da Rocha.
To find other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read our Portimao trip planner.
Getting from Lisbon to Portimao by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In October in Portimao, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Seville.
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To find other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read our Portimao trip planner.
Getting from Lisbon to Portimao by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In October in Portimao, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Seville.
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Seville, Spain — 3 nights
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City of Towers
Plaza de España and Royal Alcázar of Seville are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sevilla, visit Centro Historico de Sevilla, admire the landmark architecture of Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol), and catch a live event at Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla.
For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Seville driving holiday tool.
Traveling by car from Portimao to Seville takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In October, daily temperatures in Seville can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Ronda.
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For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Seville driving holiday tool.
Traveling by car from Portimao to Seville takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In October, daily temperatures in Seville can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Ronda.
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Ronda, Spain — 2 nights
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City of Dreams
On the 9th (Mon), indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, then wander the streets of Old City, then take in breathtaking views at El Tajo de Ronda, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor. On the 10th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: ride a horse along Caballos y Vino, learn about winemaking at Dona Felisa Winery, then learn about winemaking at Bodega Garcia Hidalgo, and finally don't miss a visit to Ronda.
To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Ronda online trip planner.
You can drive from Seville to Ronda in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Ronda are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can drive to Nerja.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Ronda online trip planner.
You can drive from Seville to Ronda in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Ronda are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can drive to Nerja.
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Nerja, Spain — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 11th (Wed): stroll the grounds of Mirador del Cementerio Redondo, then kick back and relax at Playa Carabeo, then kick back and relax at Capistrano Playa, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Burriana Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: Head underground at Fundación Cueva de Nerja, then kick back and relax at Papagayo Beach, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa El Salon.
For photos, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Nerja online trip itinerary builder.
Traveling by car from Ronda to Nerja takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. October in Nerja sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Granada.
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For photos, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Nerja online trip itinerary builder.
Traveling by car from Ronda to Nerja takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. October in Nerja sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Granada.
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Granada, Spain — 1 night
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Pearl of Spain
On the 13th (Fri), explore the historical opulence of Alhambra and then wander the streets of Albayzin.
For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Granada online travel planner.
Drive from Nerja to Granada in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. October in Granada sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Madrid.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Granada online travel planner.
Drive from Nerja to Granada in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. October in Granada sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Madrid.
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Madrid, Spain — 2 nights
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Cultural Capital of Spain
On the 14th (Sat), admire the landmark architecture of Royal Palace of Madrid, then contemplate the long history of Plaza Mayor, and then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 15th (Sun): walk around Parque del Retiro, then explore the world behind art at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, and then examine the collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.
To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Madrid travel planner.
You can fly from Granada to Madrid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In October, daily temperatures in Madrid can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to fly to Barcelona.
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To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Madrid travel planner.
You can fly from Granada to Madrid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In October, daily temperatures in Madrid can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to fly to Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain — 3 nights
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Jewel of the Mediterranean
Get some cultural insight at Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas. There's still lots to do: take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), make a trip to Casa Batllo, admire the striking features of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, and contemplate the long history of Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar.
For reviews, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read Barcelona trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Madrid to Barcelona takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Madrid in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Barcelona, with lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.
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For reviews, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read Barcelona trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Madrid to Barcelona takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Madrid in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Barcelona, with lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.
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Portugal travel guide
Small in size but rich in history, culture, and natural beauty, Portugal features contrasting landscapes that include long beaches, lush vineyards, verdant valleys, and rolling hills dotted with tiny settlements where old traditions still prevail. The country's serene interior, often overlooked by foreigners, remains largely unspoiled by mass tourism and offers visitors a chance to discover this less-trodden part of Europe at their own pace. Ripe for leisurely adventures on foot or by bicycle, Portugal's fertile countryside boasts well-preserved medieval castles and outstanding wineries, producing some of the world's finest ports. The country's cities offer a lively culinary scene known for its many award-winning restaurants, topping the itineraries of foodies from around the globe.
Spain travel guide
A colorful country known for its relaxed lifestyle, vibrant nightlife, excellent food, and world-famous folklore and festivals, Spain boasts a huge number of World Heritage Sites and other spectacular places to visit. It also deserves its reputation as a beach vacation destination; the Western edge of the Mediterranean Sea is home to some of the world’s top beaches. But Spain’s geography is so much more than just soft, sandy shores. Its landscapes are as diverse as its people, ranging from lush meadows and snowy mountains to huge marshes and sprawling deserts. The countryside bursts with unspoiled villages of timeless beauty and old-world charm, as well as vast and varied nature preserves.
