11 days in Spain, Lisbon & Bordeaux Itinerary
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Start: Washington, United States
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Madrid, Spain
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San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
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Bordeaux, France
— 2 nights
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Barcelona, Spain
— 3 nights
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Madrid, Spain
— 2 nights
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Lisbon, Portugal
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End: Washington, United States
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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.To see photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Lisbon tour itinerary planner.
Washington, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Western European Standard Time, which is usually a 5 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Washington in February, with highs in Lisbon at 60°F and lows at 46°F. On the 28th (Tue), you're off to Madrid.
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Cultural Capital of Spain
Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Madrid road trip tool.
Traveling by flight from Lisbon to Madrid takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In February, Madrid is slightly colder than Lisbon - with highs of 52°F and lows of 37°F. You will leave for San Sebastian - Donostia on the 28th (Tue).
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San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain — 1 night
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Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea
As one of the anchoring cities of the beautiful Basque Country, San Sebastián boasts a trendy, cosmopolitan vibe while still harboring a relaxed, coastal charm.Kick off your visit on the 1st (Wed): don't miss a visit to Peine del Viento.
To find maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the San Sebastian - Donostia online tour itinerary maker.
You can fly from Madrid to San Sebastian - Donostia in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In February in San Sebastian - Donostia, expect temperatures between 55°F during the day and 41°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Bordeaux.
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Bordeaux, France — 2 nights
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The Port of the Moon
With a long history of producing regional wines since the Romans brought grapevines here during the first century, so many people consider Bordeaux to be the wine capital of the world.Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): admire the striking features of La Cite du Vin.
For where to stay, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Bordeaux road trip site.
You can drive from San Sebastian - Donostia to Bordeaux in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 59°F in March, and nighttime lows around 42°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain — 3 nights
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Jewel of the Mediterranean
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 sightseeing, parks, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, stroll around Parc Guell, get to know the fascinating history of Las Ramblas, and visit Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).
Start your trip to Barcelona by creating a personalized itinerary on Klarna Trips.
Traveling by flight from Bordeaux to Barcelona takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 62°F in March, and nighttime lows around 47°F. On the 6th (Mon), you'll travel to Madrid.
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Madrid, Spain — 2 nights
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Cultural Capital of Spain
Kick off your visit on the 6th (Mon): explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum. On the 7th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Plaza Mayor, pause for some photo ops at Puerta de Alcala, admire the natural beauty at Jardines de Sabatini, steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Madrid, then don't miss a visit to Puerta del Sol, and finally contemplate the long history of Casa de Campo.
To see ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Madrid online driving holiday planner.
Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Madrid takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in March, plan for little chillier nights in Madrid, with lows around 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Lisbon.
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To see ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Madrid online driving holiday planner.
Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Madrid takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Barcelona in March, plan for little chillier nights in Madrid, with lows around 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Lisbon.
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City of Seven Hills
Start off your visit on the 8th (Wed): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Lisbon Oceanarium.
Use Klarna Trips's suggestions to plan your Lisbon trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
Fly from Madrid to Lisbon in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Madrid to Lisbon is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Madrid in March, Lisbon is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can travel back home.
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Use Klarna Trips's suggestions to plan your Lisbon trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
Fly from Madrid to Lisbon in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Madrid to Lisbon is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Madrid in March, Lisbon is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can travel back home.
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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.
