19 days in Europe & Africa Itinerary
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Start: Sydney, Australia
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Nice, France
— 2 nights
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Lyon, France
— 2 nights
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Bordeaux, France
— 2 nights
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Barcelona, Spain
— 2 nights
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Alicante, Spain
— 2 nights
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Seville, Spain
— 2 nights
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Portimao, Portugal
— 2 nights
Drive
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Evora, Portugal
— 1 night
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Marrakech, Morocco
— 2 nights
Train to Casablanca, Fly to Sydney
End: Sydney, Australia
Tue, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 30
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Nice, France — 2 nights
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Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)
Kick off your visit on the 13th (Wed): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, see the interesting displays at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, and then steep yourself in history at La cité médiévale. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate, stroll around Promenade du Paillon, steep yourself in history at Place Garibaldi, then don't miss a visit to Place Massena, and finally stroll the grounds of Cimetiere du Chateau.
To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Nice online trip itinerary planner.
Sydney, Australia to Nice is an approximately 25.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -9 hour difference. Traveling from Sydney in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Nice, with lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) early enough to fly to Lyon.
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To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Nice online trip itinerary planner.
Sydney, Australia to Nice is an approximately 25.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -9 hour difference. Traveling from Sydney in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Nice, with lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) early enough to fly to Lyon.
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Lyon, France — 2 nights
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Culinary Capital of France
Kick off your visit on the 15th (Fri): appreciate the extensive heritage of Colline de Fourviere, then admire the striking features of Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Vieux Lyon, and finally examine the collection at Musee Miniature et Cinema. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, then examine the collection at Fresque des Lyonnais, then delve into the distant past at Théâtre gallo-romain, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grande mosquee de Lyon.
To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Lyon online travel route planner.
Fly from Nice to Lyon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect slightly colder evenings in Lyon when traveling from Nice in September, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can fly to Bordeaux.
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Fly from Nice to Lyon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect slightly colder evenings in Lyon when traveling from Nice in September, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can fly to Bordeaux.
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Bordeaux, France — 2 nights
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The Port of the Moon
On the 17th (Sun), don't miss a visit to Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion, make a trip to The Water Mirror, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Place de la Bourse, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Andre Cathedral. On the 18th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: savor the flavors at Food & Drink and then do a tasting at Chateau Cantenac.
For photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Bordeaux trip app.
You can fly from Lyon to Bordeaux in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, daytime highs in Bordeaux are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Barcelona.
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For photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Bordeaux trip app.
You can fly from Lyon to Bordeaux in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, daytime highs in Bordeaux are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain — 2 nights
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Jewel of the Mediterranean
Kick off your visit on the 19th (Tue): walk around Parc de Montjuic, take a stroll through El Born, then take a stroll through Ciutat Vella, then get engrossed in the history at Museu d'Història de Barcelona MUHBA, and finally steep yourself in history at Palau Reial Major. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, browse the exhibits of Casa Vicens, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Templo del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Plaça de Sant Felip Neri.
To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Barcelona journey builder.
Traveling by flight from Bordeaux to Barcelona takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Bordeaux in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Barcelona, with lows around 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Alicante.
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To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Barcelona journey builder.
Traveling by flight from Bordeaux to Barcelona takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Bordeaux in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Barcelona, with lows around 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Alicante.
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Alicante, Spain — 2 nights
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City of Sun
Kick off your visit on the 21st (Thu): enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de La Mata, then look for all kinds of wild species at El Palmeral, and then step into the grandiose world of Castillo de Santa Barbara. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Platja de Ponent, then explore the historical opulence of El Castell de Guadalest, and then appreciate the views at Guadalest Valley.
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Getting from Barcelona to Alicante by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. September in Alicante sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Seville.
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Getting from Barcelona to Alicante by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. September in Alicante sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Seville.
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Seville, Spain — 2 nights
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City of Towers
Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): see the interesting displays at Museum Of Illusions Sevilla, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia Colegial del Salvador, then explore the ancient world of Archaeological Ensemble of Italica, and finally indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica de la Macarena, then visit Centro Historico de Sevilla, and then take a stroll through Barrio Santa Cruz.
To see ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Seville travel planning website.
Traveling by flight from Alicante to Seville takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can go by car to Portimao.
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To see ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Seville travel planning website.
Traveling by flight from Alicante to Seville takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can go by car to Portimao.
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Portimao, Portugal — 2 nights
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On the 25th (Mon), tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia da Marinha, then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia da Falesia, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia dos Olhos de Água. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Da Rocha, then stroll through Meia Praia, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Dona Ana.
For photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Portimao day trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Seville to Portimao takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Evora.
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Traveling by car from Seville to Portimao takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Western European Standard Time is minus 1 hour. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Evora.
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Evora, Portugal — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 27th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Capela dos Ossos, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Historico de Evora, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Templo Romano de Evora (Templo de Diana), and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Evora (Se Catedral de Evora).
To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Evora driving holiday app.
You can drive from Portimao to Evora in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. When traveling from Portimao in September, plan for a bit warmer days and little chillier nights in Evora: temperatures range from 35°C by day to 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Marrakech.
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To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Evora driving holiday app.
You can drive from Portimao to Evora in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. When traveling from Portimao in September, plan for a bit warmer days and little chillier nights in Evora: temperatures range from 35°C by day to 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Marrakech.
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Marrakech, Morocco — 2 nights
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Red City
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Thu): explore the world behind art at Maison de la Photographie de Marrakech, admire the landmark architecture of Ben Youssef Madrasa, and then soak away your stress at local Arab baths.
To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Marrakech trip planner.
Getting from Evora to Marrakech by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Evora in September, expect a bit warmer with lows of 21°C in Marrakech. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.
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To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Marrakech trip planner.
Getting from Evora to Marrakech by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Evora in September, expect a bit warmer with lows of 21°C in Marrakech. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time 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.
