43 days in Western Europe Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe vacation planner
Start: San Francisco, United States
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Porto, Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Seville, Spain
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Ronda, Spain
— 4 nights
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Granada, Spain
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Naples, Italy
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Amalfi, Italy
— 5 nights
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Corfu Town, Greece
— 4 nights
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Athens, Greece
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Fira, Greece
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Porto, Portugal — 3 nights
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Unvanquished City
Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names.Porto is known for sightseeing, shopping, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, contemplate the long history of Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), explore the world behind art at Museu Serralves, and admire the natural beauty at Jardins do Palacio de Cristal.
To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Porto day trip website.
San Francisco, USA to Porto is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Western European Standard Time (WET), which is usually an 8 hour difference. May in Porto sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 52°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Lisbon.
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Lisbon, Portugal — 5 nights
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City of Seven Hills
Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.Get out of town with these interesting Lisbon side-trips: Sintra (Park and National Palace of Pena, Sintra National Palace, &more). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, admire the masterpieces at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, and don't miss a visit to Belém Tower.
To see reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Lisbon online road trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Porto to Lisbon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Porto in May: highs in Lisbon hover around 75°F, while lows dip to 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Seville.
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Seville, Spain — 4 nights
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City of Towers
A city of rich Moorish heritage, Seville is the cultural and financial center of southern Spain, and the site of numerous festivals throughout the year.Go for a jaunt from Seville to Jerez De La Frontera to see Feria del Caballo about 1h 10 min away. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Plaza de España, browse the exhibits of Museo De Bellas Artes De Sevilla, catch a live event at Real Maestranza de Caballeria de Sevilla, and admire the landmark architecture of Setas de Sevilla (Metropol Parasol).
To see traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Seville trip itinerary maker app.
Getting from Lisbon to Seville by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Lisbon to Seville, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In May in Seville, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 58°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Ronda.
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Ronda, Spain — 4 nights
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City of Dreams
Renowned for its deep gorge, the quaint, whitewashed village of Ronda has preserved its charm as an Andalusian country village.Ronda is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore by horseback at Caballos y Vino, explore the striking landscape at El Tajo de Ronda, learn about winemaking at Bodega Garcia Hidalgo, and don't miss a visit to Ronda.
To find reviews, maps, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Ronda attractions app.
You can drive from Seville to Ronda in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In May in Ronda, expect temperatures between 80°F during the day and 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Granada.
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Granada, Spain — 2 nights
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Pearl of Spain
Granada boasts numerous well-preserved examples of exquisite Moorish architecture, not the least of which is the Alhambra, an ancient citadel and royal palace.Start off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, then get to know the fascinating history of Mirador de San Nicolas, and then take a stroll through Albayzin. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Alhambra and then admire the landmark architecture of Generalife.
To find where to stay, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Granada online tour itinerary maker.
Getting from Ronda to Granada by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Granada can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 61°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Naples.
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Naples, Italy — 4 nights
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Naples is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy after Rome and Milan. Venture out of the city with trips to Pompeii (Via dell'Abbondanza - Excavations, Odeon - Teatro Piccolo, &more) and Food Tours (in Sorrento). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Pompeii Archaeological Park, make a trip to Piazza del Plebiscito, stroll the grounds of Catacombe di San Gennaro, and pause for some serene contemplation at Gesu Nuovo Church.
To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Naples day trip planner.
Getting from Granada to Naples by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. June in Naples sees daily highs of 82°F and lows of 66°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Amalfi.
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To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Naples day trip planner.
Getting from Granada to Naples by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. June in Naples sees daily highs of 82°F and lows of 66°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Amalfi.
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Amalfi, Italy — 5 nights
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Painted Town
Known for its impressive hillside cascade of colorful stone buildings down to the Mediterranean shore, Amalfi is the cultural and commercial heart of southern Italy's Amalfi Coast.Get out of town with these interesting Amalfi side-trips: Positano (MAR - Museo Archeologico Romano Positano, Fornillo, &more) and Torre di Grado (in Praiano). There's much more to do: admire the natural beauty at Villa Cimbrone Gardens, don't miss a visit to Villa Rufolo, take a memorable drive along Amalfi Coast, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Sant'Andrea.
For photos, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Amalfi road trip planning app.
Getting from Naples to Amalfi by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Amalfi when traveling from Naples in June, with lows around 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to fly to Corfu Town.
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Corfu Town, Greece — 4 nights
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Often called "Kastropolis" because of its majestic Venetian castle, Corfu Town once featured such extensive fortifications that a force of over 20,000 soldiers defended them.Change things up with these side-trips from Corfu Town: Corfu Reptilla Roda (in Roda), St. Spyridon First Beach (in Agios Spyridonas) and Madalena Boat Trips (in Gouvia). There's lots more to do: delve into the distant past at Old Fortress Corfu, identify plant and animal life at Corfu Donkey Rescue, relax in the rural setting at MKB Corfu Beekeeping Vasilakis, and step into the grandiose world of Mon Repos Palace.
For ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Corfu Town trip planning app.
Getting from Amalfi to Corfu Town by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of taxi, train, and ferry. Traveling from Amalfi to Corfu Town, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Amalfi in June, plan for somewhat warmer days and slightly colder nights in Corfu Town: temperatures range from 85°F by day to 66°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Athens.
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Corfu Reptilla Roda, St. Spyridon First Beach, Avgi, MKB Corfu Beekeeping Vasilakis, Corfu Donkey Rescue
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Athens, Greece — 4 nights
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The Birthplace of Democracy
One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.Athens is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Acropolis of Athens, take in nature's colorful creations at National Garden, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Lycabettus, and get engrossed in the history at National Archaeological Museum.
To find maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Athens trip planner.
Getting from Corfu Town to Athens by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of ferry and car. June in Athens sees daily highs of 86°F and lows of 70°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to fly to Fira.
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Fira, Greece — 3 nights
Fira, the busy capital of Santorini, sits on the very edge of a volcanic caldera.Fira is known for nightlife, wineries, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Akrotiri, indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, do a tasting at Boutari Winery, and stroll through Kamari Beach.
For where to stay, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Fira road trip planner.
Getting from Athens to Fira by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and ferry; or ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 82°F in June, and nighttime lows around 70°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) to allow time to ride a ferry to Mykonos Town.
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Mykonos Town, Greece — 3 nights
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Chora Mykonos
A holiday in Mykonos Town offers a chance to relax on picturesque beaches and explore a labyrinth of charming streets lined with traditional white houses.Mykonos Town is known for sightseeing, nightlife, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take a stroll through Little Venice, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Paraportiani Church, see some colorful creatures with GoDive Mykonos PADI Diving Resort, and enjoy the sand and surf at Paralia Kalafati.
For more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Mykonos Town visit planning site.
Traveling by ferry from Fira to Mykonos Town takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. June in Mykonos Town sees daily highs of 80°F and lows of 69°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to fly 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.
Greece travel guide
Few places manage to capture the world's imagination quite like Greece, a land of sun-kissed coastlines, tranquil whitewashed villages, lively seaside towns, and well-preserved ancient sites. One of the world's top tourist destinations since ancient times, the country draws nearly 20 million visitors each year. Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization, continues to attract the biggest crowds and serves as a base for exploring the country and its 227 inhabited islands. Away from its cities, Greece features a picturesque countryside of olive groves, vineyards, and tiny settlements nestled against rolling hills and rugged mountain ranges. Explore the old mainland on foot and discover the islands on a guided boat or ferry tour.
