20 days in Spain, Portugal & Gibraltar Itinerary
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Almeria, Spain
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Orgiva, Spain
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Malaga, Spain
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Marbella, Spain
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Ronda, Spain
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Gibraltar, Gibraltar
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Cadiz, Spain
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Faro, Portugal
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Sines, Portugal
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Obidos, Portugal
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Nazare, Portugal
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Porto, Portugal
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Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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Lugo, Spain
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Vila Real, Portugal
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Salamanca, Spain
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Segovia, Spain
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Toledo, Spain
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Ciudad Real, Spain
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Almeria, Spain — 1 night
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Almería is a city in Andalusia, Spain, situated in the southeast of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. Your day by day itinerary now includes Catedral de Almeria. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): head off the coast to Arrecife de Las Sirenas and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Catedral de Almeria.
To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Almeria trip itinerary tool.
Almansa to Almeria is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Almansa in January, with highs in Almeria at 20°C and lows at 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Orgiva.
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To see ratings, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Almeria trip itinerary tool.
Almansa to Almeria is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Almansa in January, with highs in Almeria at 20°C and lows at 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Orgiva.
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Órgiva is a Spanish town municipality in the Alpujarra mountains in the province of Granada, Andalusia. To see ratings, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Orgiva visit planner.
Traveling by car from Almeria to Orgiva takes 2.5 hours. In January, Orgiva is slightly colder than Almeria - with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. You'll set off for Malaga on the 23rd (Mon).
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Traveling by car from Almeria to Orgiva takes 2.5 hours. In January, Orgiva is slightly colder than Almeria - with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. You'll set off for Malaga on the 23rd (Mon).
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Malaga, Spain — 1 night
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Capital of the Costa del Sol
Modern yet historic, Málaga is a lively city famous for being the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): take a leisurely stroll along Puerto de Málaga, explore the world behind art at Museo Picasso Malaga, and then explore the galleries of Alcazaba.
To find traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Malaga trip planner.
Traveling by car from Orgiva to Malaga takes 1.5 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Orgiva in January: high temperatures in Malaga hover around 20°C and lows are around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Marbella.
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Spanish Riviera
Once a village of humble fishermen, Marbella is now one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on Spain’s world-famous Costa del Sol, boasting swanky nightclubs, classy hotels, and expensive restaurants.To find photos, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Marbella trip planner.
You can drive from Malaga to Marbella in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. January in Marbella sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C at night. On the 24th (Tue), you'll travel to Ronda.
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Ronda, Spain — 1 night
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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.Cueva de la Pileta has been added to your itinerary. On the 24th (Tue), Head underground at Cueva de la Pileta, snap pictures at Puente Nuevo, and then take in breathtaking views at El Tajo de Ronda.
To find ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Ronda itinerary maker site.
You can drive from Marbella to Ronda in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January in Ronda, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to drive to Gibraltar.
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The Rock
A vacation in Gibraltar reveals a strategically important area the ancient Greeks considered the edge of the known world.Kick off your visit on the 25th (Wed): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Gibraltar Distillery, then browse the exhibits of Gibraltar Crystal, and then don't miss a visit to The Rock of Gibraltar.
For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Gibraltar trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Ronda to Gibraltar takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Gibraltar when traveling from Ronda in January, with lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to drive to Cadiz.
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Cadiz, Spain — 2 nights
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Cádiz is a city and port in southwestern Spain. Your day by day itinerary now includes Cueva Catacumbas Del Beaterio as well as Oratorio de La Santa Cueva. Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): get engrossed in the history at Yacimiento Arqueologico Gadir.
To see photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Cadiz trip itinerary planning app.
Drive from Gibraltar to Cadiz in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Gibraltar in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Cadiz, with lows of 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Faro.
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To see photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Cadiz trip itinerary planning app.
Drive from Gibraltar to Cadiz in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Gibraltar in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Cadiz, with lows of 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Faro.
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Faro, Portugal — 1 night
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Portuguese Venice
The most well-known city in the Algarve, Faro boasts a cliffside location with popular beaches and a thriving cultural scene.On the 27th (Fri), appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town Faro, pause for some serene contemplation at Faro Cathedral, then steep yourself in history at Muralhas de Faro, and finally steep yourself in history at Arc of Repouso.
To see reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Faro itinerary planner.
Drive from Cadiz to Faro in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Cadiz to Faro due to the time zone difference. In January, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 9°C. On the 28th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Sines.
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Sines is a Portuguese city of Setúbal District, the Alentejo region and subregion of the Alentejo coast, with about 18,298 inhabitants (2015 INE). Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Sines Museum and then stop by A Talha.
To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Sines journey planner.
Traveling by car from Faro to Sines takes 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Lisbon.
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To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Sines journey planner.
Traveling by car from Faro to Sines takes 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Lisbon.
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Lisbon, Portugal — 3 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.You've now added Park and National Palace of Pena to your itinerary. On the 28th (Sat), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos. On your second day here, don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa, then take an in-depth tour of Maritime Museum, then admire the striking features of Sintra National Palace, and finally admire the striking features of Park and National Palace of Pena.
To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Lisbon day trip tool.
Drive from Sines to Lisbon in 2 hours. In January, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 9°C. You will have some time to spend on the 31st (Tue) before leaving for Obidos.
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Wedding Present Town
Striking views of the Estremadura area and a famous medieval castle gave Obidos the name of Wedding Present Town.To see where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read Obidos trip itinerary maker website.
You can drive from Lisbon to Obidos in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in January, and nighttime lows around 7°C. You'll set off for Nazare on the 31st (Tue).
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Nazaré is a town and a municipality in subregion Oeste and Leiria District, in Portugal.It is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the Silver Coast/Costa de Prata, Portugal. For more things to do, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Nazare vacation planner.
You can drive from Obidos to Nazare in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in January, and nighttime lows around 7°C. On the 31st (Tue), you'll travel to Porto.
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You can drive from Obidos to Nazare in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in January, and nighttime lows around 7°C. On the 31st (Tue), you'll travel to Porto.
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Porto, Portugal — 2 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.On the 31st (Tue), learn about winemaking at Porto Augusto's. On the next day, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Torre dos Clerigos, get into the urban bustle at Palacio da Bolsa, take in the views from Ponte de Dom Luis I, then take a stroll through Ribeira do Porto, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral).
To find maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Porto attractions planner.
Drive from Nazare to Porto in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in January, and nighttime lows around 7°C. You'll have a few hours on the 2nd (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Santiago de Compostela.
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Santiago de Compostela, Spain — 2 nights
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City of Stone
As the site of the sacred cathedral that marks the end of the pilgrimage route of the famous St.Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): admire the striking features of Monasterio de San Martin Pinario, then examine the collection at Museo do Pobo Galego, then walk around Parque de la Alameda, and finally appreciate the history behind As Duas Marias. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Santiago de Compostela. Casco Historico, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela, make a trip to Botafumeiro, then make a trip to Praza da Inmaculada, then don't miss a visit to Plaza del Obradoiro, and finally make a trip to Hostal dos Reis Católicos.
To find other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Santiago de Compostela travel route planning site.
Getting from Porto to Santiago de Compostela by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Porto to Santiago de Compostela due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier evenings in Santiago de Compostela when traveling from Porto in February, with lows around 3°C. You will have some time to spend on the 4th (Sat) before leaving for Lugo.
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Lugo, Spain — 1 night
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Lugo is a city in northwestern Spain in the autonomous community of Galicia. Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor, make a trip to Catedral de Lugo, don't miss a visit to Praza do Campo, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of San Pedro., then see the interesting displays at Museo Provincial de Lugo, and finally walk around Rosalia de Castro Park.
To see where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Lugo day trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in February, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to travel to Vila Real.
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To see where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Lugo day trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in February, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to travel to Vila Real.
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Vila Real, Portugal — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Museu do Douro, learn about winemaking at Quinta da Pacheca, and then contemplate the long history of Casa de Mateus.
To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Vila Real visit planning website.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Lugo to Vila Real. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Salamanca.
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To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Vila Real visit planning website.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Lugo to Vila Real. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Salamanca.
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Salamanca, Spain — 1 night
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Golden City
Salamanca is one of the most visited cities in Spain.Kick off your visit on the 6th (Mon): pause for some photo ops at Monumento a Alberto Churriguera y al Conde Francos, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Ciudad Vieja de Salamanca, then admire the striking features of Old Cathedral (Catedral Vieja), and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Ieronimus.
To find other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Salamanca trip app.
Drive from Vila Real to Salamanca in 3.5 hours. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. February in Salamanca sees daily highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C at night. You'll set off for Segovia on the 7th (Tue).
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Segovia, Spain — 1 night
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Light of Castilla
As one of Spain’s most well-preserved medieval cities, Segovia is known for its 1st-century Roman aqueduct that runs through the city center.Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): appreciate the history behind Loba Capitolina, then make a trip to Acueduct of Segovia, then steep yourself in history at Plaza del Azoguejo, and finally make a trip to Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Segovia online road trip planner.
Getting from Salamanca to Segovia by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In February, daytime highs in Segovia are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 2°C. On the 8th (Wed), you'll travel to Toledo.
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Toledo, Spain — 1 night
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City of Three Cultures
Toledo is a World Heritage Site that embodies the complex cultural history of Spain while remaining a forward-moving, modern city.Your day by day itinerary now includes Mirador del Valle. On the 8th (Wed), don't miss a visit to Mirador del Valle, take in the spiritual surroundings of El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, then explore the world behind art at Church of Santo Tomé, and finally pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Antica Roma Gallery.
To see reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Toledo trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Segovia to Toledo takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Segovia in February: highs in Toledo hover around 13°C, while lows dip to 3°C. You'll have a few hours on the 9th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Ciudad Real.
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Ciudad Real, Spain — 1 night
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Ciudad Real is a city in Castile–La Mancha, Spain, with a population of c. On the 9th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor de Almagro, then don't miss a visit to Teatro Municipal de Almagro, and then make a trip to Plaza Mayor.
To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Ciudad Real trip planner.
Traveling by car from Toledo to Ciudad Real takes 2 hours. In February, daytime highs in Ciudad Real are 13°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.
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To see maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Ciudad Real trip planner.
Traveling by car from Toledo to Ciudad Real takes 2 hours. In February, daytime highs in Ciudad Real are 13°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.
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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.
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.
Central Portugal travel guide
Central Portugal contains some of the most prosperous and densely populated areas in Portugal, as well as thick pine and chestnut forests spread across a series of rugged mountain ranges. Inhabited since well before the Roman occupation of the Iberian Peninsula, this part of the country remains best known for its capital Coimbra, which features a historic Old Town retaining much of its medieval look and feel. Beyond the busy regional capital lies Portugal's tranquil countryside, frequently overlooked by foreign visitors despite its ancient sites and hospitable small towns. Along the region's mountainous border with Spain you can tour a series of age-old castles and fortified villages, once the first line of defense against foreign invaders.
